When the temperature falls below freezing i try to remember to leave this radiator close to the washing machine on frost protection setting.
Washing machine in garage freeze.
In areas with below freezing winter temperatures the washer may suffer damage when hoses or valves freeze and burst.
The washer froze over the last few days during a cold.
Like washing machines you should proceed with caution if storing your freezer in the garage.
Washing machines in the garage run the risk of freezing during winter weather.
Perhaps the most vulnerable appliance to extreme cold weather is your washing machine because of the constant use of water.
Hi my daughter moved into this house where the washer and dryer are in the garage.
Remove washer drain hose from drain.
Disconnect the hoses from the water supply and drain out the water from the hoses.
So my own experience shows how a garage is a bad place to install a washing machine.
At the end of the wash cycle you may find that excess water may freeze inside the hoses and pumps causing leakage when the weather becomes warmer.
My garage is unheated and happens to be where the washer and dryer.
If your washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or it will be moved in freezing temperatures follow the instructions below to winterize the washer and prevent damage to the washer.
All freezers have climate class ratings that tell you the best external operating temperature for them.
How to protect washing machines.
Pay attention to winter weather forecasts and take precautions to protect the washing machine when frigid temperatures are expected.
Fortunately the washing machine resumed working with no harm done.
Turn off water supply faucets.
If you keep your washing machine in a place where temperatures dip below freezing such as a garage or in an rv you put your machine at risk for damage from frozen water.
The garage temperature needs to be kept above freezing 32 f or the water components water lines water valves and the water reservoir may become damaged.