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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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  1. W

    Integrated washing machine

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  2. S

    Washing machine / kitchen sink onion smell

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  3. D

    Problems plumbing in Miele washing machine waste pipe

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  4. D

    Help I have a drip on the washing machine tap I think.

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  5. 1

    Resiting washing machine. Help with waste

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  6. R

    Washing machine problem

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  7. S

    Strange site disconnecting washing machine

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  8. T

    Washing Machine Drainage difficulties - advice on options

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  9. D

    Banging water pipes when washing machine on spin cycle

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  10. O

    Marcrist Core Drill Machine

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  11. M

    Connecting washing machine to soil pipe

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  12. J

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  13. M

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  14. W

    Missing/broken water shut off valve tap/switch

    Hi everyone, Recently we have been having problems with our washing machine and need to buy a new one. We need to turn off the water supply going to the washing machine but it seems like someone has broken the shut off valve tap/switch (see pictures). Would it be possible to just buy a new...
  15. N

    Low water pressure in washing machine tap

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    • nevillek
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    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
  16. P

    Temporary plumbing solution for washing machine during building works

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    • Phil P
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    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
  17. J

    Install dishwasher OR washing machine opposite sink

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    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
  18. G

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  19. R

    Persistent leak to washing machine inlet hose!

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    • Richardjohnashe
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    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
  20. D

    Smelly Miele prestige 6 washing machine

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