How to connect washing machine water inlet to undersink valve to use both sink and washing machine?

[vini]

Hi

G’day people.

first timer here.

i want to connect my 2nd washing machine  in alfresco.

there is one water point for the sink. Is there a 2 way valve I can replace to connect water inlet to both my washing machine and also to the sink tap?

it is the left cold water valve 

 

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @vini 

A  Y  adaptor may siut  your needs  if your wshing machine hose long enough. If  not get a longer one.

BOSTON 3/4" Washing Machine Y Hose Adaptor I/N: 4920358 $8.24

https://www.bunnings.com.au/boston-3-4-washing-machine-y-hose-adaptor_p4920358

Take the  supplied hose off add

Kinetic 2m Washing Machine And Dishwasher Inlet Hose 

I/N: 4920419

$26.10

[vini]

Thanks. Is the size of the female thread same for washing machine and sink tap connections?

[Jewelleryrescue]

hi @vini 

The  fitting states  3/4 inch outlet so it should fit your  existing setup.

You may need one for hot water one for cold inlet.

Note some washers heat there own  water so you only need  cold water  inlet.

[EricL]

Hi @vini 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's wonderful to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about connecting your washing machine.

Just to add to the suggestion made, I recommend using the Pope 2 Way Brass Threaded Tap. It's brass body makes it very strong and there are integrated shut off valves if you need to turn one side off. Looking at the picture you posted it appears that the fitting is 3/4.

However, before you go to the store to buy the parts you need, I suggest measuring the diameter of the hose joints? just to be on the safe side.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric