scorecard Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 On 10/30/2017 at 7:25 PM, Bangkokhatter said: If you buy from one of the big chains they will offer you a cover. I bought from Powerbuy and they had 3 different sizes and i managed to get it chucked in for free, mind you the machine was a bit pricey. Regarding the electric cover i believe it refers to the plug socket. It should be a proper outside socket and these have a hinged plastic shield to protect it from the elements.I would think if the property is fairly new any outside supply would be of this spec. A dedicated breaker might be a good idea, perhaps the electric experts could comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 8 hours ago, scorecard said: A dedicated breaker might be a good idea, perhaps the electric experts could comment. An RCD / RCBO would certainly be a good idea if you don't already have an overall one. Outdoor sockets should be on an independent breaker anyway in case the wet gets in but if it's under a roof rather than out in the full weather it will be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farma Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Something to consider. Rats and their love of eating electrical wire coating. Most washing machines come with a plastic rat guard to fill in the space underneath but they still manage to get in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morch Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 Parking the dogs (or cat) if you have them, near the washing machine pretty much takes care of the rat problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HooHaa Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 (edited) i have a 12 year old samsung purchased off credit card points at my house in bkk. its been outside since day 1. no issues at all. covers rats, mosquitos theft or otherwise. some things dont bear overthinking. the one at the beach however slowly disintegrated, but thats a saltwater issue id be careful mounting it however, everything these days seems to end up on social media. Edited November 3, 2017 by HooHaa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonboy Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 this is what I use, works perfect: https://www.lazada.co.th/new-painted-silver-oxford-cloth-automatic-drum-washing-machinecover-waterproof-sunscreen-sets-washer-amp-dryer-parts-ampaccessories-size-s-intl-29349782.html?spm=a2o4m.order-details.0.0.3ecb5f0dqjqiph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaibeachlovers Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 22 hours ago, ravip said: ...and easy to repair (and cheap). Buttons are not waterproof. The buttons may not be but the continuous plastic over the buttons is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyJ Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 On 10/29/2017 at 5:27 PM, jeab1980 said: Why? <deleted> When I thought about it more I realized I was wrong but I've been having a lot of trouble with this site being super slow and couldn't get back in to delete the comment. (Site's working nicely right now). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravip Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 (edited) On 11/3/2017 at 12:08 PM, thaibeachlovers said: The buttons may not be but the continuous plastic over the buttons is. Just a small example from two user manuals >>> ● Never splash water on the control panel. http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/200411/20041123161138796_SWT70B1_GB-00685A.pdf ● Do not put the machine at damp place like the bathroom . Never wash it with water. Do not place wet laundries on the control panel. https://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/content/pdfs/215096-1.pdf But I guess you know best! Edited November 5, 2017 by ravip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amvet Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 1 hour ago, ravip said: Just a small example from two user manuals >>> ● Never splash water on the control panel. http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/200411/20041123161138796_SWT70B1_GB-00685A.pdf ● Do not put the machine at damp place like the bathroom . Never wash it with water. Do not place wet laundries on the control panel. https://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/content/pdfs/215096-1.pdf But I guess you know best! I've had mine outside for 3 years. It's a top loader like the one below and the controls are all under plastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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