Kitchen Large Electric Appliances - winterizing washing machine and dishwasher
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silverbac
12-20-06, 07:34 AM
Is there any way to winterize my washing machine and dishwasher? Thanks.
DIYaddict
12-20-06, 12:28 PM
Here's a good article:
http://www.doityourself.com/stry/winterize
..."Washer and dishwasher
Water left in hoses and internal components can cause damage when it freezes. Shut off water supply to clothes washer. Remove and drain inlet hoses. Clear water valve by setting timer for fill cycle. Press warm water button and run machine a few seconds. Drain water from drain hose. Disconnect electrical supply.
For a dishwasher, remove inlet and outlet connection to the valve. Operate valve to remove any water. Remove drain hose from the pump and drain. Disconnect electrical supply.
It is also a good idea to clean the equipment and to protect the finish with a coat of appliance polish."
http://www.doityourself.com/stry/winterize
..."Washer and dishwasher
Water left in hoses and internal components can cause damage when it freezes. Shut off water supply to clothes washer. Remove and drain inlet hoses. Clear water valve by setting timer for fill cycle. Press warm water button and run machine a few seconds. Drain water from drain hose. Disconnect electrical supply.
For a dishwasher, remove inlet and outlet connection to the valve. Operate valve to remove any water. Remove drain hose from the pump and drain. Disconnect electrical supply.
It is also a good idea to clean the equipment and to protect the finish with a coat of appliance polish."