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shelly1
Hi
We have recently built a home and as per the regulations we have a small rainwater tank that is used to flush our 2 toilets and is used for cold water in our washing machine.
Now the problem I am having is that when I do a cold wash or when my washing machine rinses (only rinses in cold) there seems to be little pressure and it trickles in - meaning the whole washing process takes longer.
Is this the case with everyone who uses one of these or should I start looking if there is something wrong with the tap or washing machine?
Thanks
Michelle

Maddison is
2bluepeas
we don't currently have a tank but the house we lived in previously did and with our washing machine it jsut took longer to fill/rinse etc because of the water pressure. I don't know if there is anything you can do to fix it, we never bothered. I guess I haven't helped much except to say that its normal!

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