Replacing a washing machine

dhokes

My washing machine is playing up and due replacing now. Currently there's a switch on the wall that operates it that looks like this.

Maybe an odd question, but I am I right in saying that all new washing machines can simply be connected to such a switch? I've been trying to find videos on youtube and most of them just plug into a common wall socket. Also, would delivery services that offer an installation service typically connect them to such a switch?

Belenus

Is there another 13 amp socket behind the washing machine or in an adjacent cupboard or is it hard wired into that switchable socket?

Whichever it is, then just do the same with the replacement.

Delivery services will vary as to how much or little they will do. Most will probably insert a plug into a socket, few are likely to offer a hard wiring service but that is an easy DIY job for anyone with basic knowledge and skills.

That switchable socket should have a brown 13amp fuse.

dhokes

Belenus said:

Is there another 13 amp socket behind the washing machine or in an adjacent cupboard or is it hard wired into that switchable socket?

Whichever it is, then just do the same with the replacement.

Delivery services will vary as to how much or little they will do. Most will probably insert a plug into a socket, few are likely to offer a hard wiring service but that is an easy DIY job for anyone with basic knowledge and skills.

That switchable socket should have a brown 13amp fuse.

I've yet to pull the washing machine out but I can't see a random plug in a wall socket nearby. I guess I'll have to pull it out to have a look.

EssexExile

The washing machine should just be plugged into a socket, probably behind it. If it is hardwired now would be a good time to change that.

nofoollikeold

1. The arrangement you have (switched outlet) is superior to a three pin plug as it gives a more solid connection.  
2. However, many appliances would have their warranties invalidated if you cut the plug off.  
3. My bodge to get round this is to wire an extension single socket into the switched outlet, then plug the appliance into that socket.  When the warranty runs out I rewire it properly.  

plumb1_2

I presume that switch is above the worktop? There should be a 3 pin socket or hard wired outlet under/ behind the washer. You need to pull the washer out to check.