Emergency or planned shutdown of hot water causes us significant discomfort. In addition to the fact that it is impossible to swim properly in such conditions, you also have to do laundry. Therefore, many housewives are interested in whether it is possible to wash clothes in a washing machine without hot water.
Does washing equipment depend on hot water?
Washing machines of the modern generation are designed in such a way that they do not require hot water at all for normal operation. The equipment is connected only to a cold water supply pipe and independently regulates the water temperature depending on the selected washing mode.
However, there are models on sale that are filled with both cold and hot water upon startup. They are quite easy to recognize - in addition to the drain hose, not one, but two hoses extend from the rear panel. Despite the impossibility of high-quality washing in the absence of hot water supply, such washing machines have one advantage - they are more resource-efficient. Washing equipment does not have to spend additional energy heating cold water to the set temperature.
Is it worth connecting the washing machine to hot water supply?
When buying an automatic machine, many people wonder which option is more profitable - with or without a connection to hot water. The answer depends on the presence of a hot water meter. If you have a meter, such a purchase will be unprofitable - each wash will consume a significant amount of hot water, the tariff for which is much higher than for cold water.
If the house does not have a hot water supply meter, payment for the utility resource is charged according to the established standard. That is, you can use an unlimited amount of hot water - the monthly payment for its use will remain unchanged. But it will be possible to save on the electricity required to heat the cold water.
It is worth considering that connecting an automatic washing machine to a hot water supply system only makes sense if the water temperature is really high. After all, for most washing modes the temperature should be at least 60 degrees. If barely warm water is supplied through the pipes, it will not be possible to wash the clothes properly.
It is also worth noting that, unlike cold water, hot water is not intended for drinking and contains quite a lot of impurities, mainly salts. Their presence in the liquid leads to the fact that chemical compounds are deposited on some parts of the washing machine:
- pipes;
- drain filter;
- inlet hose.
The difficulty is that contaminants do not reveal themselves immediately. Their presence becomes known only when the washing machine malfunctions. Then you cannot do without the help of a household appliance repair specialist.
Quite often, residents of the private sector equip their households with gas boilers, which quickly and inexpensively heat water to the desired temperature. In such houses, it is advisable to install washing equipment connected only to cold water supply.
What to do if the cold water is turned off during washing?
Young housewives often fear that the cold water supply will stop while the washing machine is running, and the wash will be ruined. After all, interruptions in cold water happen quite often. If this does happen, don't worry. Modern washing equipment can handle the problem on its own. If the cold water is turned off, you need to follow a few simple steps:
- shut off the inlet hose using the valve - this way, things will be saved from “rusty” water getting into the automatic machine;
- turn on the spin cycle, and after it is completed, remove the items from the washing machine;
- Once the water supply is restored, you need to restart the washing machine.
After these steps, the washing equipment will operate normally, without failures or breakdowns. The only thing worth considering when renewing cold water is that rust and small debris can clog the filter, which is located in the plastic pipe. Also, due to contamination, the pressure pipe, valve or pump that drains the water may be damaged.
Important! If you suspect your washing machine is clogged, you should not try to clean it yourself. Otherwise, household appliances may completely fail. It is better to entrust this matter to a trusted specialist.
How to wash in a washing machine if the water has been turned off for a long period?
Experienced housewives can wash clothes without any problems even in the absence of water for one or two days.All that is required for this is a large supply of water, about 50 liters. If necessary, wash the liquid is poured into the machine through the container for washing powder. 
It is worth considering that such a supply of water will be required when starting each new washing cycle. For city dwellers, such a life hack is not very convenient, since in a standard apartment you will have to allocate quite a lot of space for storing the specified volume of water. But for summer residents or residents of the private sector, this is not a problem.
How to wash and what water to connect the washing machine to - each housewife decides for herself. Only when choosing, it is worth considering all the pros and cons for the equipment, as well as assessing the economic benefits of this or that method. The information presented in the article will help you make the right decision. similar entries from this section
