Washing machines for summer cottages

In rural areas, often the main source of water is a column by the road or a well in general. None of the inhabitants are already thinking about the existence of the water supply system and about the prospects for its implementation. What to do in such conditions if, for example, you need a washing machine? In this article, we will offer two options: firstly, to purchase an automatic washing machine with a water tank that can operate autonomously, and secondly, to make artisanal water supply and make an automatic machine work. Let's see what happens.

What type of washing machine to choose?

Modern manufacturers produce a lot of washing machines, stating that their products are suitable specifically for summer cottages or rural areas, where water supply is either completely absent or is supplied with significant interruptions. For the most part, semi-automatic washing machines are able to operate without running water. They are unpretentious, easy to use, relatively rarely break.

In a semiautomatic washing machine, you can add water even with a bucket, while washing it will be no less complete.

With automatic machines, the situation is more complicated, because they are traditionally more dependent on communications than their semi-automatic counterparts. There is always a great temptation to tell people who live in the village or temporarily moved to the country that they do not bother, bought for a penny semi-automatic washer and calmly washed. This is only partially correct, because a washing machine automatically saves time and effort, and in rural areas it takes a lot of them to organize an elementary way of life. And what is washing in a semi-automatic washing machine, is:

• periodic addition of water;
• transferring laundry from the washing tub to the centrifuge;
• manual discharge of water and more.

A waste of time and energy is evident. Another thing is a washing machine. Put the laundry in the drum, start the program and go quietly to the barn, manage the household, return, the laundry has already been washed and wrung out. In general, whatever one may say, even in the absence of water and water supply, you need to think about how to get out of the situation and use an automatic washing machine.

The easiest way, though quite expensive, is to purchase an automatic washing machine with a water tank. This technique does not require water supply at all. It is enough to fill the tank with clean water, connect the machine to the mains and you can start the wash. We will make a short review of washing machines, a summer cottage machine that can work without water supply and, as part of the review, we will talk about this technique in detail.

Overview of tank washers

Currently, in the CIS market, you can buy automatic washing machines with a tank from only one manufacturer and one brand - Gorenje. These washing machines have good technical characteristics and average maintainability, here are a few of the most popular and common models.

1. Gorenje W72ZY2 / R. A full-size freestanding automatic washing machine with a standard 100 liter water tank. A standard tank is enough for two washings - an ideal toy for a summer residence or village. The machine has 18 washing modes, electronic control, loading up to 7 kg and a spin at 800 rpm. The disadvantage of the model can be considered the lack of the ability to connect to the water supply. The average price is $ 380, but keep in mind that some sellers do not include a tank in the kit, so check the package when buying.
   

Buyers are frightened by the fact that Gorenje washing machines squeeze laundry at low speed. In fact, the configuration of the drum and some other technical solutions help these machines to perfectly squeeze out the laundry even at low speed.

2. Gorenje W72ZX1 / R. This is also an automatic washing machine with a water tank, but its technical characteristics are slightly worse than the previous one.In particular, the spin speed is only 600 revolutions, the water consumption is larger, and the energy efficiency is lower. But the price is more attractive - about 350 dollars. Usually a 100 liter tank comes with the machine, but it may not be. In this case, order a larger tank, say 150 or 200 liters - this is really convenient, once a weekend you pour water and you can wash it 4-5 times.
3. Gorenje W64Z02SRIV. An advanced model with very good characteristics, especially when you consider that we are talking about a washing machine for a summer cottage, working autonomously. The large drum holds only 6 kg of laundry, but the spin is carried out at speeds up to 1000 revolutions. There are 23 washing programs, protection against leaks, unbalance control and other bells and whistles. A standard water tank of 100 liters and an increase of 200 liters is connected. The average cost is 410 dollars. The machine does not connect to the central water supply, so it makes no sense to bring it from the dacha for operation in the city.
   
4. Gorenje 75Z And this is an even more advanced model with an informative display and electronic intelligent control. 1000 rpm spin, 7 kg drum loading, delayed start, foam control and child protection, a 100 liter tank are just a few of the advantages of this model of washing machine. By the way, it is possible to connect the car to the central water supply, however, after a minimal alteration. The price is 440 dollars.
   
5. Gorenje AS62Z Stylish, equipped and super-economical model of a washing machine capable of working autonomously. This car for giving gives a low water consumption and carefully selected washing programs. In addition, even experts note that this model works very quietly, but only if it is installed correctly on the floor. The kit comes with a 100 l water tank, and in addition there is the possibility of connecting to a central water supply.
   

Many Gorenie washing machines can be connected to the water supply, but you need to put a separate inlet valve and turn off the main one.

Can I connect to water?

With washing machines, an automatic machine with a tank is clear, buy and use. But what if there is already a regular automatic washing machine, but there is no running water to connect it? In this situation, there is also a way out - to organize the supply of water with your own hands. You can go the following ways.

• to establish a pumping station, which will ensure the intake of water from the well and its supply to the house;
• you can connect a pressure pump with a hose to the water barrel and connect it to the inlet hose of the automatic washer;
• if the house in the village is two-story, you can put a barrel of water somewhere under the roof. If the washing machine and the barrel are separated by a height of 8-10 meters, there will be enough pressure so that the washing machine starts up normally.

There is always a way out even of a difficult situation, the main thing is to use your wits more often and read more. Start by publishing Connecting a washing machine in a country house without running water, from it you can learn a lot of new things for yourself. Good luck