Outlet Union won't fit into Waste pipe

[littlemaiden]

I'm trying to extend my washing machine waste pipe as it's too far. The B&Q guy gave me a waste pipe, outlet union and a jubilee clip. However, the outlet union won't fit into the end of the waste pipe. It just won't go in. Has he given me the wrong size? Or am I doing something wrong?

I've attached pictures of the outlet union and the Waste pipe. The circled end is where the union won't fit into.

Thanks

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• littlemaiden
• 15 Apr 2012
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• littlemaiden
• 15 Apr 2012
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[foxhole]

Common problem the waste pipe stocked by B&Q and many others is a replacement waste pipe not an extension pipe hence the connector does not fit.
Some times it's possible to use 'back to front' the other end is a good fit but that leaves the wider end to connect to the spigot under the sink this can be done if the spigot has a tapering spout which can be cut back to use the thicker end.
Or you can use a short section of 22mm copper, this will accept both your existing and larger extension hose which must be secured with a jubilee clip at both ends of the copper.

 

[littlemaiden]

Hi foxhole, thanks for your reply. I tried to do the "back to front" but the wider end won't fit into the spigot under the sink.
I was thinking of using lots of duct tape to stick them together.
I'll try the 22mm copper option. Thanks again.

 

[knobby41]

by the looks, the wider end is desgned for the manufacturers waste pipe to push into, not join to. the use of a jubilee clip would still be required. either that or take it back to B & Q and get a refund, ans not appropriate for the machine. Comet do the right ones!