How to clean a washing machine
The washing machine is one of the most important helpers of any modern housewife. Even with absolutely correct use, this device requires timely periodic cleaning. The main contamination on the washing machine is due to the poor quality of the water and detergent.
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How to clean a washing machine with citric acid
The most accessible and safest remedy that is acceptable to use for cleansing washing machine, you can call ordinary citric acid. It removes sludge and various deposits very effectively. The cleaning process of the unit with citric acid is carried out once a quarter. Thus, you will greatly increase the duration of its active service. Citric acid is harmless to rubber parts and plastic parts of the washing machine.
So, we use citric acid:
- Pour about 100 grams of citric acid into the detergent container and set the full wash cycle with a temperature of 60 degrees.
- Wait for the washing machine to complete this process, including rinsing.
- If you have not cleaned for a long time, then repeat the process at the highest temperature value.
How to clean a filter in a washing machine
In any washing machine filter, which is located at the bottom, behind a plastic cover. It is a special plug that is screwed into the body. It needs to be unscrewed. Previously, you can substitute a tray under the filter so that the water available in this place is drained into it.
Remove all debris from the recess after unscrewing the filter and draining all the water. To cleaning was thorough, shine a flashlight there. Disassemble the filter itself and rinse well. Then reassemble the filter and reinsert it. Carry out such cleaning regularly, otherwise it will be very problematic to unscrew it.
How to clean a washing machine drum
This part of the washing machine is automatically cleaned if you run cleaning with citric acid. If necessary, you can do otherwise and clean the drum by hand using regular baking soda. This substance does not harm the washing machine in any way and does not corrode the rubber seals.
To do this, moisten the walls of the drum with water and start rubbing the baking soda with a sponge into the walls of the drum. Let the baking soda sit for a while when plaque begins to loosen. It is quite enough to wait about half an hour. Then proceed with manual cleaning.
How to descale a washing machine
Probably everyone has heard how dangerous scale is on the parts of the washing machine. But not everyone knows how to clean the device from it. This can be done using several substances that are at hand for every housewife.
The safest method is the citric acid cleaning method described above. Other descaling agents can also be used.
For example, you can descale with acetic acid. This method cannot be called the safest for machine parts. Therefore, do not exceed the permitted concentration in order not to damage the rubber parts.
Pour a glass of 9% vinegar into the powder compartment and set a short program at 60 degrees. Select a program with a long rinse cycle. When the wash cycle is completed, the limescale is completely removed. Acetic acid leaves behind an unpleasant odor and can damage equipment parts. Therefore, after finishing cleaning, run the washing machine for a rinse program.
In some cases, loose limescale deposits can fill the drain hole. Therefore, when cleaning is complete, unscrew the drain filter and clean it well.
How to remove odors from a washing machine
A fetid odor from the washing machine begins to emanate from the use of detergents of insufficient quality. In this case, the inside of the drum remains covered with a thin film of soap, which is difficult to clean. Over time, these residues begin to rot and mold forms.
This plaque can be washed off with a regular washing powder recommended for an automatic typewriter. The process must be turned on at the highest temperature conditions. In this case, there is no need to put dirty linen inside the washing machine. This cleaning must be done every six months. At the end of the cycle, be sure to wipe dry the drum itself, the seal rubber and the door.
With frequent use of the gentle wash, mold will grow in the machine. It breaks down when washed at high temperatures and with bleaching agents. If mold does form in the powder compartment or in the drain hose, remove these parts and clean with a brush and soap. Then wipe dry and reinsert.
