machine
A machine is a physical system using power to apply forces and control movement to perform an action. The term is commonly applied to artificial devices, such those employing engines or motors, but also to natural biological macromolecules, such as molecular machines. Machines can be driven by animals and people, by natural forces such as wind and water, and by chemical, thermal, or electrical power, and include a system of mechanisms that shape the actuator input to achieve a specific application of output forces and movement. They can also include computers and sensors that monitor performance and plan movement, often called mechanical systems.
Renaissance natural philosophers identified six simple machines which were the elementary devices that put a load into motion, and calculated the ratio of output force to input force, known today as mechanical advantage.Modern machines are complex systems that consist of structural elements, mechanisms and control components and include interfaces for convenient use. Examples include: a wide range of vehicles, such as automobiles, boats and airplanes; appliances in the home and office, including computers, building air handling and water handling systems; as well as farm machinery, machine tools and factory automation systems and robots.
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Renaissance natural philosophers identified six simple machines which were the elementary devices that put a load into motion, and calculated the ratio of output force to input force, known today as mechanical advantage.Modern machines are complex systems that consist of structural elements, mechanisms and control components and include interfaces for convenient use. Examples include: a wide range of vehicles, such as automobiles, boats and airplanes; appliances in the home and office, including computers, building air handling and water handling systems; as well as farm machinery, machine tools and factory automation systems and robots.
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How to tighten washing machine waste pipe
Hello, Need some advice with new washing machine waste pipe. We have replaced our Indesit washing machine with a new Hisense model. The Hisense waste pipe is connected under the sink. It is slightly different from the Indesit, which means no matter how much we tighten it, it keeps loosening... -
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Washing machine problem
Help please my washing machine stopped working last night, so I've getting a new one today and it's doing the exact same thing I've looked through the pipes and nothing is blocking it even tried to drain into a bucket and nothing only thing is When a moved in the outside tap was connected to the...- Candyfloss 927
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Leaking washing machine tee valve
Hi, Recently moved into a house and the valve on the washing machine tee does not close properly and is leaking. I do not want to remove the whole tee section if possible, I just want to screw an extra section onto the end of the tee with a working valve - but I can't find the right part...- johncranfield
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- leaking machine tee valve washing washing machine
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Washing Machine Drain Hose
Hi All I have found that the drain hose from the washing machine is being squashed. This is preventing the washing machine from draining. How can I stop this from happening? The main problem is the washing machine is a tight fit and has to be pushed right back as far as possible. Any ideas? Jim -
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Washing machine waste planning
Hi all Hope everyone is staying safe in these bizarre times! I was hoping to get some advice from the experts on waste pipes for a washing machine. I'm not a plumber, but I think I'm reasonably able when it comes to DIY. I'd like to move my washing machine from the kitchen into a hall cupboard... -
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New washing machine water valve issue.
I recently fitted a new washing machine along with a new cold water feed hose. Since installation whenever the toilet upstairs finishes filling, the shower is turned off, the cold water tank in the loft stops filling or the kitchen cold tap is turned off, there is a clunking noise coming from...- buggerlugz
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- america issue machine new usa valve washing washing machine water
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Washing machine drain connection
Hello, New washing machine is the other side of the dishwasher therefore a longer drainage hose is required. I bought a 1.5m hose which I have connected to the existing hose, looked pretty tricky to replace the hose at the pump! I now have a 28mm rubber connector and a standard straight nozzle... -
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Moving washing machine to cellar - how would I deal with waste water?
I am thinking of moving the washing machine and tumble dryer to the cellar to create space in the kitchen. The cellar ceiling is abou 2 ft above ground level - there is a window. Now there is a water pipe so getting a connection for that shouldn't be an issue. The cellar runs below the...- Justice League
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- america deal machine moving usa washing washing machine waste water
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Water accumulating in pump area of washing machine
Hello, I have a hotpoint washing machine. There is a recurring bad smell coming from machine. I have checked for blockages and cannot locate anything in the pump area at the bottom. I did have one a month of ago and found the culprit tanged on the pump rotator. I drained the pump area and the... -
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pipe freezing machine??
hi chaps - thinking about investing in one - not sure to go rothenberger or arctic products...any suggestions? pros and cons? much appreciated! thanks dave- apcdave
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Washing machine smells
Hi guys, looking for some help. We bought a new washing machine a few weeks ago because the old one packed in. We think there was a slight smell from the washed clothes in the old machine before it gave up the ghost Before I ordered a new one I had a look to check it wasn’t a simple issue... -
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Washing machine valve
Hi, I'm trying to disconnect my washing machine. I've gone to the tap behind it but cant see a valve. Does anyone know how I can turn it off? Ibe attached a picture. Any help will be greatly appreciated as I've got a new machine coming tomorrow. Cheers -
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Air break leak at condensate / washing machine waste connector
Hello! DIY noob hear asking for advice on a leak from an air break. My undersink plumbing is a mess of pipes handling washing machine, dishwasher, and boiler condensate. When the washing machine runs, the air break overflows. The dishwasher is on too, the problem is worse. This used to happen... -
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How to resolve F05 error code on washing machine
Hi there, I have an F05 error code on my hotpoint washing machine and think it related to a blockage. Would anyone know how I can go about checking to see where the blockage is? I assume I need to switch off my water from mains before I check? Thank you! -
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Need help with inherited washing machine and dishwasher plumbing.
from photo, are the two stand pipes ok, do they need traps? Would one stand pipe be better, does that need a trap, does it need an air valve? Is the upturn on waste pipe acceptable. Intermittent problems with smell. -
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Vaillant condensate into washing machine stand pipe
hi, i have a 40mm boss connection at the top of a horizontal soil stack that runs in the room. I'm intending to put a washing machine stand pipe at the end of this. I also have a Vaillant ecotec pro 28 boiler next to where the washing machine will sit and was hoping to get the GSR to reroute...- green4rrow
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- america condensate machine pipe stand usa vaillant washing washing machine
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new washing machine, unable to attach waste pipe
got a new washing maching delivered this morning (old one taken away). all was going well with the installation, until i went to connect up the water waste pipe. the connector that is on the drain u-bend appears to be 23.5mm, but the waste pipe on the washing machine looks like 21mm. there is...- Deleted member 99918
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- attach machine pipe washing washing machine waste waste pipe
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Washing machine tap query
I’ve got a hot and cold supply in a laundry cupboard. I’m moving the washing machine out and want to install a wash hand basin in the room. Can I utilise the existing washing machine taps and simply fit the flexi tails to them? Thanks in advance! -
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Squeaking Washing Machine
Hi, I have a new Beko integrated washing machine (4 months)that we’ve had to remove and put back in due to a flood below the floor. Ever since the appliance had been loudly squeaking on spin cycle like it’s rubbing. The space is tight but obviously was fine before and it has a water level at the... -
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Pipe freeze machine - new toy!
Been doing ok so I treated myself to a rothy pipe freeze machine. Up to 28mm - very impressed with the tests I've done in the yard at work. Does anyone use these, we always work on a per job rather than per hour basis and im amazed when I think of all the times I could have done with one and all...
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