OPTION #1
When your drain is under the sink
If your drain is a bit further away from the washer, you can connect your PlanetCare filter closer to the drain.
1. Use the double sided tape on the back of the holder to stick the holder and the housing top to the side of your washer. For wooden surfaces we recommend using the supplied screws to attach the housing.
2. Attach the tube leading water from the washing machine to the "IN" attachment and use the supplied tube to connect the "OUT" side to the drain.
OPTION #2
When you have a built-in washing machine
If your washer is surrounded by a cupboard, then you can drill a hole through it to install your PlanetCare filter on the other side.
1. Find some free space on the other side of the cupboard.
2. Drill the hole.
3. Attach the tube leading water from the washing machine to the "IN" attachment and use the supplied tube to connect the "OUT" side to the drain.
4. Use the double sided tape on the back of the holder (or supplied screws) to stick the holder and the housing top to the side of your cupboard.
OPTION #3
... and one more similar situation.
OPTION #4
When you have space on the side
In this case, you're lucky! This is the easiest way to install the PlanetCare microfiber filter.
1. Find a flat surface on your washer and clean it with the alcohol.
2. Use the double sided tape on the back of the holder to stick the holder and the housing top to the side of your washer.
3. Attach the tube leading water from the washing machine to the "IN" attachment and use the supplied tube to connect the "OUT" side to the drain.
OPTION #5
When you have space on the wall
If you have enough space, you can always attach the PlanetCare filter on the wall next to your washer.
1. You can wall mount the filter using the pre-drilled holes in the filter holder for a more secure fit.
2. Attach the tube leading water from the washing machine to the "IN" attachment and use the supplied tube to connect the "OUT" side to the drain.
Got questions? We've got answers
The PlanetCare external microfibre filter is installed outside the washing machine. With an installation as shown in the how-to video you will need 13 cm on the side of the washing machine and we recommend approx. 60 cm in height clearance (approx. twice the height of the housing) so that you will be able to comfortably unscrew the housing cup and exchange the filter cartridge.
Yes. The filter must be placed outside the washing machine on the drain hose. It should not be raised above the height of the drain hose exiting the washing machine. The hose length should be held to a minimum. Raising the filter and a long drain hose will both reduce the efficiency of pumping and filtering and should be avoided.
The dimensions of the filter housing are:
Height x Width x Depth: 353 mm x 126 mm x 111 mm (13.9 in x 4.96 in x 4.37 in).
No. The filter is designed so that anyone with very simple tools can install it with ease. The installation should not take more than 10 minutes.
You do not need assistance from a professional (plumber).
Check out our installation manual here.