I need to round a bend and up and down a bit, around 4 metres, will it work??
2006-10-03 04:11:04 · 16 answers · asked by steve o 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
yep, no probs... just make sure that the "outflow " is lower than the "inflow" ....( This will put less stress on the pump ) and stop " Backwash" ..and a bad smell ..!!
2006-10-03 04:26:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use flexible pipe for a waste for a dishwasher as it is not a permanent installation. You must bring the waste up to the top of the machine before it starts to fall away to the drain to prevent siphonage. Once it starts the fall from the high point, it must run downhill all the way so that there are no low points or water "traps" on the way. If there is, it will get clogged in time and may syphon out. This installation should not be plumbed into the side of a fixed trap, but should go into a pipe which has a open water trap so that air can enter the system to keep the water flowing. With such a long run, the BUilding regulations would suggest a larger diameter pipe than the normal one, to ensure free flow. Hope this is helpful.
Steve G
2006-10-03 04:30:30 · answer #2 · answered by Steve G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely!
Visit an automotive supply store and get some rubber radiator hose of the correct diameter. It is meant to handle hot water for extended periods, remains flexible, and inexpensive. It has been working perfectly in my house for the last five years. Keep an eye on it, check occasionally for the line hardening or becoming brittle. If that happens replace it immediately before it springs a leak!
The dishwasher will have a trap built into its waste water plumbing.
2006-10-03 05:26:17 · answer #3 · answered by Warren914 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
4 metres is a long way to pump waste from a dishwasher, too many ups and downs will put a lot of work on the pump, better to find another route or place for your dishwasher
2006-10-03 04:18:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The dishwashing machine must have a manual. This manual will tell you what type of pipe to use. Otherwise ask the shop owner from where you bought the machine.
2006-10-03 04:24:44 · answer #5 · answered by Tigeripoh4301 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes just make sure none of the bends are too extreme or do not force the flexi pipe so that it could rip...
2006-10-03 04:17:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
not a great idea, but the dishwasher has a pump to get the water into the trap, so it might
2006-10-03 04:18:55 · answer #7 · answered by James 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah you bet, just make sure you buy the proper dishwasher hose because it is pressure rated.
2006-10-03 04:38:33 · answer #8 · answered by neenanson 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it will fill up with dirt, soap deposits and fluff and you will be forever taking it to bits. Cut a hole in the wall and take it from there to the outside drain point.
2006-10-03 04:21:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can use flexible pipe for discharge.
2006-10-03 05:13:46 · answer #10 · answered by bob r 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋