How to Install Water Lines for a Washing Machine
Installing a washing machine in your home requires installing water lines from the house plumbing to the washer. If installing a new washer, the water lines and associated hardware are inside the tub. Water lines for washing machines are available at home improvement centers if replacing lines or you find you need longer water lines than the ones that come with the washing machine. Installing water lines for a washing machine is like connecting a garden hose to an outdoor spigot. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Insert rubber washers into each end of the water lines. The washers are usually in a hardware bag, if installing a new washer. Rubber washers for garden hoses and washing machine water lines are available at home improvement centers and hardware stores, if you purchased water lines separately.
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Thread one end of a water line onto the left spigot valve for the washer coming out of the wall. The left spigot valve is the incoming hot water. Once the water line is hand tight, turn it another 2/3 turn with a pair of slip joint pliers.
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Screw the opposite end of the water line onto the water inlet valve marked "H" or "Hot" on the back of the washer until it is hand tight. Turn the connection another 2/3 turn with the slip joint pliers.
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Install the remaining line to the cold water spigot and remaining water inlet valve on the back of the washer in the same manner as the first line.
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Turn the water spigots counterclockwise slowly and inspect the connections for leaks. Tighten the connecting ends as necessary until no leaks are visible.
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Tips & Warnings
It is not necessary to use plumber's tape around the threads of the spigots or inlet valves. The rubber washer inside the hose ends prevent leaks.
