Water inlet support LF 3743057

A water inlet support secures the connection between the mains water supply and the internal plumbing of a professional glasswasher or cupwasher. It acts as a rigid mounting point that holds the inlet valve and associated pipework steady, preventing vibration, misalignment or strain on the flexible hoses that can lead to leaks or inconsistent water flow. Without this support, the force of incoming water and the movement of the machine during operation could gradually loosen fittings, causing interruptions in service and potential water damage to the surrounding worktop or cupboard space.

The operator does not interact with the support directly during the wash cycle. It is installed once, behind the machine's side or rear panel, where it remains fixed to the chassis. The inlet hose from the building's water supply is connected to the valve that the support holds, and the valve is then wired to the machine's control programme. When the wash cycle begins, the control board opens the valve, allowing water to flow through the support and into the wash tank or booster heater. The support's position ensures the valve stays level and the hose does not kink, so water pressure remains constant throughout the cycle.

Construction is a single bracket of corrosion-resistant metal, drilled for screws that fasten it to the machine's frame. The bracket carries a threaded boss or clamp that grips the inlet valve body, holding it firmly against the chassis. No additional materials or finishes are specified, but the design is standardised to accept the inlet valves used across the listed brands.

This part is a direct replacement for the water inlet support in the specified models of AFI, EUROSYSTEM, HILTA, IME OMNIWASH, NOSEM, SAB ITALIA, SO.WE.BO., SOTAL, STORME and UNIC glasswashers and cupwashers. It is catalogued as a spare part for commercial dishwashing equipment.