01/11/2023
How to cleaning your washing machine in simple short steps:
1. Run an empty cycle with washing machine cleaner that you can buy from Aldi, Poundland, etc., according to packaging directions. The washing machine cleaner has ingredients to rid your machine of greasy build-ups and hard water minerals, as well as the mold and mildew. Some brands suggest twice monthly.
2. Set an extra rinse and spin: Once the cleaning cycle is done, run another rinse and spin just to make sure any traces of chemical or particle remnants are completely washed away.
3. Clean the dispenser drawer: where possible remove the dispenser, take it apart and rinse them well under hot water. You can use a soft toothbrush to dislodge any stuck-on gunk. Wipe dry, reassemble, and reinsert them into the machine. If still wet, wipe them with a cloth or leave them open to thoroughly air dry.
4. Wipe and dry the rubber seal and drum: If you have a front-loader, wipe the rubber gasket clean and dry thoroughly to prevent mold. Wipe any moisture from the drum and door or lid, too, or leave it open to air dry.
