Yes, a fully automatic washing machine should work if you pour water into it manually using a bucket. The key difference between a fully automatic washing machine and a semi-automatic one is that the fully automatic machine is equipped with sensors and electronics to automatically control the washing, rinsing, and spinning cycles, whereas a semi-automatic machine requires some manual intervention during these cycles.
When using a fully automatic washing machine, it typically has a water inlet valve that connects to your home's water supply. The machine uses this water supply to fill the drum automatically during the washing process. However, if you don't have access to a water supply or it's not functioning properly, you can still operate the machine manually by pouring water into the drum using a bucket.
Here's how you can use a fully automatic washing machine manually with a bucket:
Start the machine: Turn on the washing machine and select the desired wash cycle.
Pause the machine: Once the machine starts its cycle, pause it as soon as it begins filling with water (most machines have a "pause" button).
Pour water: Carefully pour water into the drum using a bucket until you've added the desired amount of water for the selected load size and cycle.
Resume the cycle: After adding the water, resume the cycle from where you paused it. The machine should continue with its regular washing, rinsing, and spinning cycles based on the settings you selected.
Keep in mind that this method may require some trial and error to determine the appropriate amount of water to add manually for different load sizes and cycle settings. Additionally, the effectiveness of the washing process may not be as efficient as when using a continuous water supply. Nevertheless, in situations where a continuous water supply is not available, this method can still help you use a fully automatic washing machine effectively.