2006-10-07 05:16:48 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Thanks everyone for all the advice. Will certainly be doing it myself now.
2006-10-08 00:47:24 · update #1
It is easy.
Shut off the valves so no water can come into the machine.
Unplug the washing machine.
You will see two hoses going to the pipes. Unscrew them by twisting the brass hose fitting counterclock wise. if it is stuck twist it with a pliers. Drop the end of the hose into a bucket since there will be water in it. You can then unscrew the ends of the hoses that are attached to the machine to get them out of the way.
Pick up the drain hose that is hanging in the sink and drop its end into a bucket to drain also.
You have it all and can take it out - no plumber or plumbing bill required.
2006-10-07 05:23:31 · answer #1 · answered by Rich Z 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very easy. Save your money. Turn off both the hot and cold water supplies behind the washer. Turn the washer on "fill" for about 3 seconds and then turn it off. This will release any pressure in the hoses. When you have done that, get a pair of "Channel Locks". (pliers). Turn the adapter on the houses "counter-clockwise". This will remove the hoses from the faucets. Reconnect the new hoses by fitting the adapter on the faucet and turning "clockwise" to attach the new hoses. Turn on both faucets and check for leaks. If you have a leak, tighten the adapter some more. If they are new hoses, they should come with a new rubber "washer". Make sure you have inserted that washer in the hose adapter before attaching to the machine. Good Luck!!!!!
2006-10-07 05:29:53 · answer #2 · answered by bugear001 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is a modern washing machine then it should not be a problem, if you pull it out so you can see the back there should be two hoses with screw type adaptors on. Just unscrew and you are away. With older machines you may need a spanner to undo the connection but again not too much of a problem. The connectors at the back should have their own cut off so the water does not leak onto the floor, good luck.
2006-10-07 05:21:45 · answer #3 · answered by 47 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not too difficult. First pull the electric plug out. Next pull the machine out to get at the back. Then unscrew the flexible hoses from the machine, and disconnect the flexible pipe that takes the waste water away. That should do it except that be prepared for spilt water when you disconnect the flexible pipes
2006-10-07 05:24:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no you don't need a plumber. there should be two valves behind the washer. these are the hot and cold water valves. turn them clockwise all the way to shut the water off. now you can take the hoses off just like a water hose. some water left in the holes will spill but can be easily cleaned up. hope this helps.
2006-10-07 05:29:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its easy. Just use your common sence. Turn water off- follow the water pipes to the main water pipe there should be a leaver,turn it.
Unscrew the pipes. Remember theyre water pipes so have plenty of old newspapers to soak up what spills out. The drainage pipe will have water in too. Put a bowl on floor to drain off what you can 1st. When refitting remember to put washer straight by turning legs,this alters the height. Good luck.
2006-10-07 06:25:05 · answer #6 · answered by msj2uk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is very simple. You will need to disconnect the hot and cold water hoses. These are usually screwed in like a garden hose. You may need pliers or channel lock pliers if they are very tight. ( be sure to turn off the water to the hoses first). If the washer is electric just unplug it from the outlet. If it's gas you will need to shut off the gas valve ( located on the gas pipe connected to the washer.) You may need an adjustable wrench to loosen the nut on the gas connection.. Have an empty bucket to drain the water hoses or your floor will be wet.
Good luck
2006-10-07 05:26:48 · answer #7 · answered by David P 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if the fittings are in your house then its as simple as turning a bolt the fittins will come with the machine to connect to the house pipes most houses have them as standard specially if they owned a washing machine themselves no plumber needed even i can do it and im no diy expert
2006-10-07 05:22:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually the connector pipes to the water supply have a small tap on them. Turn those BOTH off and then unscrew the connecting pipes and unplug - job done !
2006-10-07 07:35:33 · answer #9 · answered by MIKE D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it's easy. If you are not strong enough you might need someone to move it out for you. Turn off the water. Unplug it. Disconnect the pipes. Piece of cake.
2006-10-07 05:22:42 · answer #10 · answered by Dorita 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋