To facilitate and accelerate routine home processes, a person turns to the help of household appliances. Units for fast, high-quality drying of laundered laundry are also necessary today at home, as well as washing machines. For such devices, in a short period of time, thoroughly dry a large amount of wet things.
And so, when clothes dryer purchased and delivered to the address, it remains only to install it in the right place and connect it correctly, so that later the equipment works smoothly and perfectly performs the functions assigned to it. To conduct these events, it is not necessary to contact specialized companies, you can do this on your own, since connecting a dryer is a time-consuming process. It is only required to observe the sequence of actions.
Principles of operation of drying devices
Installation technology depends on the type of dryer. Manufacturers supply three types of devices to the market:
- An exhaust type device, the principle of which is to dry the laundry with exhaust air through a home ventilation system.
Exhaust Type Dryer
- Condensation machines act as follows: the air is heated and fed into the laundry compartment, where it draws in moisture, then it is passed through a heat exchange unit. Condensate remains in a special container, which must be emptied after each drying cycle.
Condensing Type Dryer
- Unit with heat pump. The principle of its action is similar to the previous version. It differs only in that humidified air is not passed through a heat exchanger, but through an evaporator. Fluid is discharged into a sewer pipe or specially designed container.
Heat pump dryer
In an apartment or private house, it is better to use an exhaust dryer, which requires a connection to the ventilation duct and the electrical network. If there is no possibility of outlet of the duct, it is permissible to install a condensation device, the water from which is discharged directly into the sewer or the provided tray. Let us dwell on two well-known options for connecting a drying machine: to the ventilation duct and to the sewer. Initially, mention should be made of how to arrange the drying equipment in the room.
Dryer Installation Options
The dryer can be installed in many different ways. For residential premises, choose one of the following installation methods:
- vertical placement on the washing machine;
- near (in one line) with a washing machine;
- installation inside a cabinet or in a special niche made of plasterboard plates;
- embedding appliances under the countertop in the kitchen.
Tip. In a small living room, to save space, it is recommended to install the dryer on top of the washing machine, in the form of a column.
To install the drying unit on the “washer”, you should use a set of specially designed fasteners, which is included with the equipment. On sale you can find ready-made stands for installing certain brands of tumble dryers on top of washing machines.
It should be noted that the installation of a column of devices from the same manufacturer is considered optimal, since their dimensions match perfectly and the mounting hardware is well suited. In addition, the construction of two of these machines will look harmonious, without spoiling the design of the room.
The column from the equipment of one brand looks stylish
If it was not possible to purchase a tumble dryer of the same brand as the “washer”, then it must be selected taking into account the maximum compliance washing machine in width and depth. A tumble dryer should not be larger than a washing machine. Otherwise, the stability of the column will be in jeopardy. Another important point - only installation is possible drying over the washing machine, and not vice versa, the way it weighs less and vibrates a little.
To carry out the installation correctly is not difficult. Special elements for protection against capsizing with special caps are attached to the washing machine body. Then the dryer casing is fixed in the recesses of the caps, the technician adjusts the level by unscrewing the legs.
The simultaneous inclusion of the washing and drying process on machines mounted on top of each other is not allowed. For security, this must be done one at a time.
Important! It is strictly forbidden to install the dryer in a column without the use of special fastening and balancing parts. These elements protect the washing machine from the damaging effects of vibration and provide drying stability so that the operating device does not collapse on the floor.
The easiest way to connect any tumble dryer is to install on the floor near the "washer" (in one line). This method requires more space, but the devices will be provided with stability and the risk of negative impact of a working dryer on the washing machine will disappear. Usually this method is used in a spacious house, as well as an apartment with a large bathroom or a special utility room. Installation works are simple, you only need to install the unit on the required site and, twisting the legs, set the equipment in accordance with the level.
During home repairs, you can think over the installation option of the dryer and pre-engage in the manufacture of niches for it from plasterboard plates. The option is more difficult, but more comfortable to use - to build a tall cabinet for installing a column of equipment. The examples presented in the photo will help you realize these ideas.
Another noteworthy installation option is under the sink or countertop. If the equipment is small, you can easily save space and mask the equipment with a kitchen set. This method is popular, especially if the condensation type of drying is selected, the proximity of the sewage system will facilitate the task of connecting to the drain.
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How to attach a dryer to your own communications
After the installation of the drying unit is completed, it is worth starting to connect it to the ventilation system or drain pipe, taking into account the principle of operation of the device.
Ventilation
The solution to the problem of ventilation is quite simple. There is a ventilation opening on the body of the unit, to which a soft duct must be attached. The connection is provided using a special clamp included in the kit. The opposite end of the corrugated pipe is discharged into the ventilation shaft or vent window - in the absence of a ventilation hole. 90 ° kinks of the corrugation are not desirable, since then the working efficiency of the hood will be lower. Try to connect the duct with a minimum of bends and turns.
It is worth paying attention to another important point. If you plan to install the dryer in a room with a high temperature, do not remove the corrugation at the top, as this will lead to the accumulation of condensate and the formation of an obstruction to the air outlet. Under such circumstances, it is worth considering another way, for example, making a hole in the wall at the exit level of the machine so that the corrugation segment is horizontal.
Sewerage
Condensation-type equipment provides for the collection of liquid during drying in a special tray, which regularly needs to be manually released. If you intend to simplify your life, you can create a connection of the dryer to the sewer. This installation option is possible thanks to a special drain hole connected to the sewer pipe using a conventional hose. The connection technology in this way is similar to how the washing machine is connected. The hose is discharged directly into the drain or hung on a toilet, bath or sink.
Scheme of connection to the sewerage
Electricity
The final communication is a home electrical network. You can connect the dryer yourself to a separate line withdrawn from the junction box, the second method is to use an outlet. The use of the latter option is considered more logical, since the power of home devices, as a rule, is not more than 2.5 kW. Mandatory requirement for the outlet - it must be grounded. In addition, the power supply network serving the dryer must be protected by an RCD and equipped with an automatic switch to protect the network from overload and current leakage. Usually, it is sufficient to connect a 16 amp ampere to the same machine in the RCD panel.
Installation of the machine in the shield
Important! Do not connect a washing machine and tumble dryer to a single double outlet. The simultaneous operation of both devices can cause overload and melting of the outlet, and this is dangerous with a short circuit.
The technology of installation, fastening and connecting a drying machine at home is not fraught with special difficulties and does not require much skill. You can save on calling the wizard and do the work yourself.
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