Chumasande MatiwaneWashing machines often go overlooked when it comes to appliance cleaning. However, it’s essential to deep clean your machine to ensure both the appliance and your clothes remain clean. Regular cleaning helps the washing machine operate at its best.
Both front-loading and top-loading machines will need a thorough cleaning every 3 to 4 months, and this is how to get the job done.
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Tips to keep it clean
Explore the details of properly refreshing your washing machine. These tips will ensure your machine stays clean and operates at its best.
Keep the drain pump filter clean
The hidden filter compartment, where forgotten hair grips, tissue shreds, and pet hair collect, is where you need to start. It may be grimy and nasty, but it is an important factor in keeping your washing machine clean. It is easy to pop depending on the washing machine you have. Give it a good cleaning with soapy water, and before you put the filter back in, take a cleaning cloth and wipe out the filter opening. To make sure it stays clean, clean it every 2 to 3 months.
Scrub the drum interior
Cleaning the drum of your washing machine is one of the most important parts of the process, as this is where your laundry sits, soaks and rinses. The process is pretty straightforward for all types of washing machines. You can use a brush or microfibre cloth to give it a good scrub. This helps remove any dirt and mould build-up. After scrubbing, set it to rinse and spin to ensure that any chemical traces are thoroughly washed away.
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Clean the detergent dispenser drawer
It doesn’t matter whether your washing machine is top-loading or front-loading. Your detergent drawer can be out of sight and out of mind, meaning you might forget to clean it. The dispenser holds so much residue and mould, which comes from the laundry detergent you use. Remove it and clean it out using hot water and anti-bacterial spray.
Don’t forget the door seal
One of the areas in your washing machine that tends to accumulate the most grime is the glass door. To keep it clean, make sure to scrub both the inside and outside of the glass. Since the interior can collect dirt and germs, it’s important to wipe it down with vinegar or antibacterial sprays. Cleaning both sides of the glass will help keep it spotless.
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