Today washing machines (CM) are produced using ever more innovative technologies and engineering solutions. But their total protection against breakdowns does not exist. The most common cause of accidents is damage to the heater. Due to it, water during washing reaches the required temperatures. The most common cause of damage to the heater is the poor quality of the water used for washing. Usually this is water from the water supply. Scale covers the interior of the machine, and the heater is soon damaged. To protect against scale, you need to use a powerful filter for SM. It will thoroughly clean the water before using it. Do I need an additional filter or something else? We will analyze further.
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Why do I need a filter
Many machines are equipped with an integrated coarse peeling system. It is usually located at the fixture of the drain hose. It turns out to be dimensional garbage. But she is not able to remove small particles. This is the prerogative of the drain filter.
Water filters for the washing machine can be mounted separately on a pipe that goes only to the washing machine. They can rely on the entire apartment and process all the water that enters it from the water supply network.
It is necessary to install an additional water filter for the washing machine. Although its price is impressive, in practice it will bring more benefits, as it will help to develop the operational life of the machine.
The objectives of this filtering:
- Protection against ingress of impurities. They can fill the internal filter. As a result, the pressure will decrease, and the device will not be able to absorb water.
- Purification of water from sand and rust elements. From their penetration, the drain pump can work much worse, and its service life will be reduced.
- Change in water hardness. Only particularly powerful filters for washing machines are capable of this.
Varieties of filters and methods for their installation
Today there are some of the most commonly used types of filters. Each of them has its own form, method of working with water and installation.
- Polyphosphate
Its form is a flask. This filter contains sodium polyphosphate. By properties, this substance is similar to salt. This filter should only be mounted on the machine itself. Its installation on the water supply system is not allowed. After all, the water flowing through it is not suitable for consumption. When water is passed through such a filter, particles of the specified substance dissolve. There is a chemical process. It turns out a defensive film. It envelops the components of the apparatus interacting with the liquid. This filter also softens the water. Its average cost is 300-700 rubles. It is placed in front of the washing model: a hole with a tap is created in the pipe. It is intended for SM. Then the filtering device is mounted. And the machine itself is attached to it. - Main (feed filter).
The range of its capabilities includes both water purification and washing. Its installation position is on the incoming water pipe. It processes all the water going into the room. Small items like sand or rust are well eliminated. However, there are no changes in the chemical composition of water. And its rigidity does not decrease, it can be called a device for rough water treatment. The price range for this device is impressive: 900-12000 rubles. The price is determined by its technical data. It is mounted after the meter and the tap regulating the ingress of water into the housing. Before its installation, the water path is blocked, the pipe is cut. And a filter is placed on this section. - Deep cleaning.
It better purifies the water that follows for washing. All small harmful particles are eliminated from it. The device does not soften water in any way.Its average price indicator: 200-400 rubles. It needs to be installed right in front of the washing machine itself. On the other hand, it is mounted to the pipe. There should be a hole in it connecting it with the “washer”. - Magnetic.
It is used for water flowing into the SM. It is mounted on top of a hose through which water follows. This device generates a special magnetic field from which a certain radiation emanates, and cleaning is performed. When radiation affects water, some substances simply dissolve, and its hardness is reduced. The average cost of this filter is 1500 rubles. For its installation is not required to be embedded in existing communications. It can simply be attached to the hose of your washing model.
Filter Criteria
First you need to identify the quality of tap water from your home. Based on the data received, it is already decided which filter to purchase. If water is replete with various impurities and pollution, then you should purchase and install a magnetic device for the whole apartment. If this is not possible, a device with a deep cleansing method is purchased.
When the water is very hard, it is required to put a polyphosphate or magnetic device in front of the SM. It will serve as a softener for water.
In practice, it turns out that for high-quality water purification, the next for washing operations, it is required to install two filter devices at the same time. Since in domestic reality in water supply networks the water is not only filled with various harmful impurities, but also quite hard. And the function of its purification will fall on one device, and on the second - additional cleaning and softening.
The following is a small list of cleaning devices that are in great demand.
Browse Popular Models
Geyser 1-P
Type of device - trunk. The manufacturer is the Geyser company. His task is to process all the water going to the house. Its installation takes place on a water pipe supplying cold water, and more specifically at its entrance to the room. It effectively removes various deposits and other debris from the water. When using it, you no longer need to mount a filter for the bathroom.
Its working component is a special cartridge. For its manufacture, foamed polystyrene foam is used. The cartridge cannot be cleaned. And after completing its tasks, it must be replaced. Its body copes with exposure to 25-30 Atm. This is a record in the class of all modern similar devices.
Aquaphor Styron
Type of device - polyphosphate. Manufacturer - Aquaphor company. Purpose - only for water purification for the washing process. Water passing through it is not suitable for drinking. But harmful particles are eliminated from it, and it also softens. This helps to eliminate the existing scale in the device and prevent the formation of new scale, as well as rust.
Aquashield Pro
Type of filter - electromagnetic. Manufacturer - NPI "Generation". The basis of the device is a magnetic force effect on water. Water is treated in a non-reagent way. The device has a plastic case. The case has micro components: a circuit and a processor. Buttons are arranged on it. They allow you to vary the frequency of the waves in the range of 50 kHz.
A pair of wiring emitters follows from the body. They should be wound on the pipe in opposite vectors. The filter itself is mounted to this pipe. To power it, you need household voltage - 220 V. The maximum energy consumption per month is 5 kW.
Electronic flocculating device "Aquaflow"
This appliance is reagent-free. According to the method of work, it is close to chemical purification of water. His work involves high-frequency electrical pulses. An electric space is formed across the pipe channel. It charges suspended harmful elements: garbage and other particles. Large flakes are formed. Then they are eliminated by fine cleaning technology. This technology is not included. It must be purchased separately. Also, the device can destroy some bacteria and microorganisms.
Its highest efficiency can only be achieved using the specified technology of fine purification.
Such devices are often used at enterprises and in ordinary apartments, unless, of course, the budget of the owners allows its purchase.
Despite its manufacturability, the device is mounted quite easily:
- Water supply stops.
- The inlet hose is unscrewed from the water pipe. Thread - ¾.
- A filter is attached to the pipe.
- A water inlet hose is screwed onto it.
- The water supply starts.
- Check for leaks.
How to change, it will already be clear if the installation was originally carried out on their own.
Conclusion
When installing the washing machine, it should be noted that dirty tap water is very dangerous for it. For the device to work long and efficiently, a high-quality water filter is needed. For washing, it is wise to use a couple of filters: to eliminate dirt and soften water. To save on the purchase of the filter and its maintenance, you should take a sample of water, subject it to chemical analysis. And based on its result, make the right purchase.
So the common myth of the manufacturer Calgon scum kills shadows. The existing nonsense on the kettle scale reached 2-3 mm. and it worked properly, the only heating time increased. You can stir up with filters, for which manufacturers will thank you very much. To use a main filter to fight against scum is a waste of money and time. The main task of ANY main filter is water purification from mechanical pollution. To reduce water-soluble impurities from various types of carbonates, only a polyphosphate filter works, which, alas, is not suitable for drinking water. The use of so-called magnetic filters is the most blatant deception of a consumer who does not even know the basics of chemistry and physics. The maximum that you achieve by installing this shnyaga. Catch a portion of undissolved particles of metal water pipes. Therefore, do not spend money on them. There is the cheapest way to use washing the washing machine with citric acid solution once a month. Cheap and efficient.
Good afternoon! I want to talk about how I protect my washing machine. At the very beginning of the installation, I advise you to install a common water filter on the entire apartment. It never hurts. On the water supply directly to the machine, I chose a salt filter. My typewriter is already 10 years old. I do not use Calgon and other chemicals. facilities. Every six months I start at 95 degrees an empty machine with a bag of citric acid. Thanks for the filters.
Our water is hard. On an old machine, I changed the tena twice. I decided to put a filter on the new one. The year is working, there are no problems yet.
In our house, from the city water supply to the washing machine, there are several filters. At the entrance, a simple brass main strainer coarse filter. Directly in front of the machine is a salt filter of the TINANFILTRI brand magic water model Dosaf 3/4 ″. In addition, there is an intermediate capacity of 1000 liters, to which an aquadget is connected. In it, water is additionally sedimented before use. The suction pipe is located 15 cm above the bottom of the tank, which allows you to not pump sediment from the water. We have been operating the machine for more than 14 years. And just periodically change the filter components - the mesh and polyphosphate salt. Also, once every six months we clean the container.