Is it easy to dis-connect an integrated washing machine yourself?

[Bobbaz]

I am trying to order a new washing machine for my tenant but apparently you can't get them to disconnect the old appliance. My plumber can't lift/remove the old one, just install the new one so I am going to have to get it disconnected before he can come again to re-connect. Just wondering if this is something that you could easily do yourself?

[DulwichFox]

Normally your washing machine will be connected using connectors like this.

There may be one.. Cold feed Blue

Or two Cold feed Blue / Hot feed Red.

Just turn the coloured tabs 90 degs. and then disconnect the hoses.

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Foxy

[peony68]

just bought a new machine from currys and they do an uninstall of old appliance and connection of new one for ?20.00 also included in the cost is taking away the old appliance , great service .

[vez]

as mentioned it is technically very easy but they can be difficult to get in and out. lots of wiggling and pulling and pushing. they are quite heavy.

advice to pick a supplier that does the job i.e. currys is a good idea imho. just check the height before buying :)

[silverfox]

Hi Bobbaz,

The answer to your question is yes.

There are three things to do:

1. Your old machine is plumbed in. See DulwichFox's advice above. You probably only have a cold water supply (blue knob). Turn the knob and disconnect it.

2. Your machine is plugged in to the electricity somewhere (possibly behind your cupboards). Unplug it.

3. You have a water outlet. This may be under your sink or behind your cupboards. If under your sink disconnect it. If feeding directly into a waste pipe simply pull it out.

Unless the plumber who installed it was a complete nutter all three points should be readily accessible. You may need to get on your knees to traces the cables etc.

[Michael Palaeologus]

Your washing machine may be wired straight into the wall, rather than simply plugged in. The likes of Currys wont install if it is wired into the wall.

Before I replaced mine I replaced the powerpoint with a standard 3 pin socket.