In everyday life there is an ever-increasing variety of techniques that help improve our lives. And many are faced with such a problem that they do not always know how to use this or that device correctly, how to connect it correctly, where to place it, etc. In this article, we will consider several options for installing a clothes dryer.
Mounting Methods
The main types of clothes dryers:
- exhaust;
- condensation;
- using a heat pump.
Connecting different types of dryers is done in different ways. For example, exhaust types are connected to a ventilation hood and its principle of operation is based on the fact that it dries with linen by removing humid air into the ventilation. Condensation models work according to the following principle: hot air passes through the chamber with the laundry, and from there the moisture is discharged into a special heat exchanger, which then settles in a special collector (tray). After drying, it is necessary to drain the liquid settled in the tray. Machines with a heat pump operate in approximately the same way as condensation ones, with the difference that moisture does not enter the heat exchanger, but into the evaporator. Some models to get rid of moisture, condensate, require, like washing machines, to connect to the sewer system. Therefore, create additional inconvenience.
Of course, there are many options for placing a dryer in your home. It all depends on the models, on the availability of space in the house, on the number of electrical appliances, etc. But mainly in apartments and private houses use the following methods:
- on the washing machine above it;
- near;
- in a specially equipped place (niche, closet, corner, etc.);
- under the table.
The most popular option is to place the clothes dryer directly on the washer, of course, if its model, this allows you to do it. For example, if the cover for throwing clothes is located on top, it is better not to place a dryer over it, as this will lead to additional inconvenience.
This type of installation is called a “column” and in small apartments it helps to save space. Dryers are equipped with special fasteners that allow you to mount such a unit above the washer.
Important! In no case should you just put the dryer on the washer. There are special fasteners for this. With the usual installation of the dryer on the washing, we will lead to damage, both one and the other. The additional vibration that the devices will emit will cause damage to the parts on both machines, as they are not designed to vibrate from the outside. In addition, as a result of vibration, the dryer can simply fall from the washing machine to the floor and crash.
Therefore, there are two ways to fix the dryer in this case:
- with the help of the elements that come with the dryer;
- put the dryer on a shelf mounted independently for this from improvised materials.
Of course, the easiest way to install is to place devices nearby. But, as mentioned above, the area of an apartment is not always, especially if it is one-room, it allows you to do this.
Over setting
Having decided to place the dryer above the washing machine, so that the machine is firmly fixed and has served for a long time, he draws attention to the following details:
- The first step is to install a washing machine, over which we will mount the dryer.
- We install the stand on which the new unit will stand.
- It is recommended to put a rubber lining between the top of the washing machine and the stand. This will help to reduce vibration and, consequently, reduce the impact of one machine on another.
- After installing the rubber lining, we fix the stand for drying.
- On a fixed stand we install a dryer.
- Then we glue, paint, cover all the grooves, fasteners, etc.
After that, you can use both dryer and washing machines.
Important! Try not to turn on two devices at the same time.
This is the most difficult option. It is important to understand that you cannot place one machine over another without the use of fasteners.
Other ways of placement, installation nearby, in a niche, in a bathroom, etc. does not require such complexity and the application of additional precautions. However, each of them has its advantages and disadvantages.
In many ways, a number of factors influence the decision to place the dryer. And therefore, a definite answer to the question of which installation is better and which is not worse. Consider the benefits that are obtained when the dryer is located above the washing machine. Firstly, it helps to save space, which is especially true in city apartments, when the number of meters of living space is limited. secondly - it significantly saves the time of the hostess. After washing the clothes in the washing machine, we immediately calmly shift them into the dryer. No additional baskets are needed, in which we first lay out the clothes to convey to the dryer, then we put in it, additional walks around the apartment, etc.
The main disadvantages include the difficulty in installing the dryer, additional devices and time are needed, as well as efforts to raise the machine. Also, difficulties are created for some models, for example, exhaust ones, when it is necessary to bring the condensate drain hose from the dryer to the exhaust hood. Since the installation location of the washing is already fixed. It will not always be close to the hood, it may be necessary to have additional hoses and how to connect them to the hood. Since we will not be able to place it directly above the hood, the washing machine is installed in another place.
A significant problem will be that factor if we decide to change the furniture in the apartment or its location. Installation of the dryer will have to be done in a new way. If the dryer stood next to the washer. It would be enough just to move it. In this case, we will not do it.
So the choice is yours. The main thing is to prioritize based on living conditions.
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