I've just got a new washing machine and it states that the drain hose should be routed a minimum of 40cm off floor level. My standpipe is directly behind the machine (offset to the left). The drain hose exits the machine at the top back right of the machine, so with it looped downwards and back up on itself where it enters the standpipe, it is only 25cm off the floor.
I know I could cut the hose, but then I'd lose the rubber end piece off it, which would come in handy in future if I alter the plumbing and have it connected directly under the sink. So I was wondering if it would be possible to tie up the hose a bit? However, it would be in the other direction, so I'd tie it up so the hose would exit the machine and bear right, then down (but 40cm off floor), then back left and hook it over the top of the standpipe. Would this be be a good idea or is there a better way of doing it?
Incidentally, I tried a test wash with it set up as it is, and it worked ok, with no siphoning, however I would prefer to follow the manufacturers guidance.
I know I could cut the hose, but then I'd lose the rubber end piece off it, which would come in handy in future if I alter the plumbing and have it connected directly under the sink. So I was wondering if it would be possible to tie up the hose a bit? However, it would be in the other direction, so I'd tie it up so the hose would exit the machine and bear right, then down (but 40cm off floor), then back left and hook it over the top of the standpipe. Would this be be a good idea or is there a better way of doing it?
Incidentally, I tried a test wash with it set up as it is, and it worked ok, with no siphoning, however I would prefer to follow the manufacturers guidance.
