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Questions tagged [washer]

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Is it better to run one large load or multiple small loads to extend life of bearing?

I recently replaced the bearing in my whirlpool cabrio top loading washer. I got to thinking and had no idea which would be safer for the bearing. On one end it's a greater load on the washer, but on the other end you are rotating the bearing more…
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What is a carriage bolt washer with mounting spikes called?

The "washer" below is from a carriage bolt. It's like a t-nut, but used on the square side of a carriage bolt and holds it steady. I'd love to get my hands on a box of these but can't for the life of me Google the correct terms. Hopefully someone…
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Why is my washer drain pipe in middle of floor?

Plumber put drain pipe smack under where stackable unit will go. I've never seen this before. Am I going to have issues getting my stackable unit installed?
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How to combine flat and split lock washers on a bolt

So I'm assembling a pull up bar and its assmebly instructions look like this In the parts list it mentions only one type of spring washer (quantity 4). But it actually came with two types of washers (quantity 4 each), type1 and type2. Am I…
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Why would a GFI blink red

A detached garage on a property was recently wired with a 220 circuit to accommodate lighting, washer, and electric dryer . The problem is the GFI for the washer blinks red.
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In what order should flat and split washers be installed?

So, I got a screw and things that look like rings (washers). One of them looks like incomplete ring (C-shaped), another is really a complete bigger ring. The assembly instruction says I need to put both types of washers on the screw. But on which…
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O-Rings vs. Washers for Garden Hoses?

Hose sealers seem to be typically sold in a combo pack with two types. When are garden-hose washers used and when are the O-rings appropriate? I've been kind of winging it with my own hoses, depending upon which seems to fit better. Is there…
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HE Front End Washer vibrations on wood floors: any tried-and-true solutions?

We recently purchased a new washer and dryer set. It's a High Efficiency front loader washer with the high speed spin cycles. It's causing us grief. It vibrates like crazy. To the point where it's walking across the floor and you can feel it…
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Is it safe for a water hookup for washer to be located directly above 240 V electrical hookup for dryer?

We are buying a newly built house. It has 2 laundry areas. In both cases the water hookup for the washer is directly above the 240 V electrical hookup for the dryer. Is this safe? The Builder refuses to move them apart.
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Are Rubber Washers In Faucets Supposed To Be Regularly Replaced?

When cleaning the faucet aerator I find the rubber washer gives off black stains as if it's dissolving. Does this mean it's time to replace the washer? It also happened when replacing the faucet. There were rubber washers in the flex pipes that lead…
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What are these washers?

I'm rather intrigued by these washers: What are they called?
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Are the washer drain and electrical outlets underneath up to code?

My daughter got her washer and dryer only to find out that the water supply/drain is 6 feet from the ground. Obviously none of the hoses can reach. I am aware that the maximum height for washer drain is 36"....anything higher can cause…
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Whatzit? Name this dryer or washer thing-a-ma-bob

I am victorious! I have my new LG washer and gas dryer installed. After a weekend of pain and suffering. Well, at least a few trips to Home Depot. All's done except...I'm left with this one part. I don't see it listed as an accessory in either of my…
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WIll electric pressure washer work with low water pressure?

I live in a 5th floor of a building that doesn't have strong water pressure. I remember that many years ago a cleaning group was going to pressure-wash the exterior of the building, but couldn't because, supposedly, the water pressure wasn't strong…
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How can I attach structure via oval holes in panel struts in a panel van?

I am trying to build storage for a panel van. My problem is how to make use of pre-existing holes for attaching bolts to. The loading space in the van has vertical structural beams which have holes that I would like to use to secure the storage. The…
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