Advantages and disadvantages of washing machines with built-in water tank

With all the variety of technology, many people are still forced to abandon washing machines. There are many reasons for this: poor water supply, living in rural areas, where there are difficulties with water supply. Outputs, in fact, two: semi-automatic machine or a washing machine with a water tank that you do not need to connect to the water supply.

What is a

Outside, a washing machine with a built-in water tank is no different from the most ordinary cars—automat. However, it is not necessary to connect the drain hose to the sewer in this case, because the tank is external, which is very convenient if there are problems with the flow of water.

The tank or water tank is attached to the back of the machine or has a side mount.

On the market are common washing machines with tank from stainless steel, is and from plastic. Plastic is lighter, but less reliable in quality and durability. The steel tank will significantly weight the structure, but it will last for a long time. Depending on where you plan to put the machine, choose full-size or narrow models. Since the water tank has large dimensions, remember that the machines themselves will require a lot of space.

Mechanism of action

The principle of operation of such machines resembles a typical automatic washing machine with a specific set of programs, washing modes, parameters like temperature and number of turns. Only in this case you will have to take a number of steps described below:

1. 1. Make sure that the “washer” is installed on a flat surface. Make sure that there is a power outlet nearby and plug in the appliance.
   2. If you are launching the unit for the first time, then do not load clothes, run the wash “empty”.
   3. If you have already familiarized yourself with the operation of the machine, boldly pour the powder or detergent into the tray, load the laundry and fill the tank with water.The source of receipt of the latter does not matter: you can pour water even from the well, even bottled, or connect the tank to the water supply. In the latter case, the machine will automatically pick up the required amount of water (if there is an integrated pump!). Capacity capacity - up to 90-95 liters, and this volume can be enough for about two wash cycles.
   4. Drainage is carried out, as in the automatic machine of the standard type: the hose is connected to the sewage system. In rural areas, villages where sewage itself is not available, the problem is solved differently. You can use an ordinary garden hose, connect it to a typewriter, and then bring the other end to the street, for example, into a hole.

"Pros and cons"

Like any household appliances, this device has its own merits and limitations.

Pros:

1. The washing process is simplified if you have only washed it manually before.
2. There is no need for a water supply system and connection of the machine to the central water supply.
3. Even if there are interruptions in water, reduced pressure, you can still wash all the necessary clothes.
4. Saving electricity and water volumes.In this case, you can fill the amount of water at your discretion, and if this is not enough for the wash cycle, the machine will give a signal telling you what needs to be added.
5. A variety of programs and modes of washing.

Minuses:

1. Large dimensions of the machine with the tank. Particularly acute problem of the area is in small cramped apartments or private homes. Unfortunately, it is impossible to disconnect the tank, even if you no longer need it for one reason or another. Therefore, you should immediately consider where you are going to install the device, think over the place to connect to the outlet.
2. Continuous monitoring of the amount of water in the tank. If necessary, you yourself have to take care to refill it.

How to choose a washing machine with an external tank

In the current market of washing machines, the burning brand (Gorenje) is the most widely distributed. They produce units with an external water tank. Similar models are found in the brand Bosch. Unfortunately, while machines with an additional reservoir are not always commercially available, finding them in home appliances stores is not easy. Therefore, it is best to make pre-orders with consultants or online stores.

The cost of cars starts with 20-25 thousand rubles.

When buying an appliance, pay attention to the following options: the number of installed wash programs, the ability to define your own program, spin class, permissible weight for loading erasable products, cost effectiveness, the presence of the display.

Conclusion

Washing machines with an external water source are undoubtedly the best option for those who wish to wash in a country house, in the country, a village dwelling or in apartments, where water supply interrupts every now and then. And although these units are unusual for us compared to automated ones, it will not be difficult to understand their operation, connect and start using. And then any washing will be a joy.