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    Mar 22, 2008, 04:53 PM
    Washing machine drain hose
    I am getting a new washer and want to put it in a different place that the old one. The problem is it's about 8 feet from the standpipe. Can I put on a longer piece of drain hose and use it?

    Thanks,

    Rick
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    Mar 23, 2008, 06:14 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by riickk
    I am getting a new washer and want to put it in a different place that the old one. The problem is it's about 8 feet from the standpipe. Can I put on a longer piece of drain hose and use it?

    Thanks,

    rick
    I just answered a question like yours. Your washer pump should be ablke to handle the extra length with no problem. I would install a washer hose check valve ,(see image) so the water left in the hose after the pump stops doesn't drain back into the washer tub. Good luck, Tom
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