Every month, if not every day, there are all new modifications already made to become an integral part of everyday life of washing machines . But no matter how sophisticated and perfect the laundry washing machine is, it is not protected from the effects of heavy impurities that are contained in running water. It is because of the clogging that about 90% of washing machines go out of order and most failures happen. That's why you need a water filter for a washing machine, the purpose of which is to do a primary cleaning of the liquid before it penetrates the unit. In most cases, only cold water is supplied to the washing machine, which is heated internally. Understand what state the "stuffing" of the washing machine, elementary - look into the electric kettle, which is about the same with a typewriter of age. It is believed that it is possible to significantly reduce the risk of premature failure of the device if the main filter for the washing machine is used during its operation. How true is this, and what are their variations? The thing is that these filters are in a very affordable price category, and some, in addition to the filter element, can also contain a crane due to which it is possible to disconnect the unit from water supply.
Types of filters for washing machines
One of the most affordable and inexpensive variations of the coarse water purification element is a salt or polyphosphate filter for a washing machine, we'll talk about it. When water passes through the sodium polyphosphate crystals contained in it, water gradually dissolves them. The very process of water softening occurs due to the natural properties of polyphosphates to be absorbed by the peripheral surface of the nuclei of crystallized magnesium and calcium. As a result of this complex chemical process, a protective film is formed on the parts of the washing machine. This protective layer largely prevents the formation of carbonate compounds in the form of scale deposited by stony layers.
To more modern filter elements are magnetic filters for washing machines. They are considered more environmentally friendly than polyphosphate analogues. In addition, they are more durable and reliable. Magnetic filters are highly effective in the process of work, as well as considerable performance. Regarding the installation process - it is simple, as, indeed, all other elements of this type. A distinctive feature of such a filter is its ability to use and filter drinking water, which can not boast a polyphosphate element. The principle of the device is in the action of a magnetic field on water. Due to its influence properties change, there is a decomposition at the molecular level of magnesium and calcium salts, which, in fact, are the worst enemies of the mechanisms of washing machines. There is another common opinion that due to the softening of water by this method it is possible to save considerably on the detergent powder.
Connecting the filter for the washing machine
The connection of the coarse filter is entirely within the power of anyone with a little idea of how to use a wrench. The filter itself is installed in front of the washing machine, since it is connected to a separate tap. In order to disconnect it from the central water supply, it is enough to close the tap. To install a filter for the washing machine, you need a 3/4 thread on the side of the water pipe, turn the filter on it. Also, a factory hose of a washing machine for water supply is necessary, which is equipped with a nut designed for threading 3/4. It should be screwed onto the thread of the filter. That's all, it's done! How effective will the installed filter be due to the quality of running water and, of course, the quality of the device itself.