Saturday, February 12, 2011

Washing Machine Cleaning Tips

Do you have a front load washer and its starting to get a little smelly. Well we found some cleaning tips that will help you fix that problem.

Front Loading Washing Machine
In Europe, almost all home washing machines are front loading, and this type of machine is becoming more and more popular in other places. Because they use a tumbling action, they can get clothes cleaner with less water, a double whammy any household could benefit from.


I have noticed though that a front loader gets dirty over time and can even start to stink rather badly if action is not taken. The top drawers where you place detergent and other additives can accumulate scum and a layer of hardened lint may cloud the transaparent door. Humidity can develop into black mold inside the rubber door seal and create a possible source of bad odors.

All of these problems are easily taken care of, even if you have been putting off cleaning your machine for a while.

Cleaning Washing Machine Front Loader
Step 1. Begin by removing the detergent and additive drawer. You may need to consult the owner's manual to see how to do this correctly - don't force it. This can either be washed in hot water in the sink or placed in the top rack of the dishwasher and washed there. You may need to use a toothbrush to get into the nooks and crannies.
Step 2. Using a warm, damp cleaning cloth, and possibly a little all purpose spray on cleaner, wipe out the cavity into which the drawer fits. You may need to use a toothbrush and warm water to get down into the crevices here.
Step 3. Once again, using a warm damp cloth, thoroughly wipe out the inside of the rubber door seal. I advise against using any harsh cleaning products in this area, as the rubber could be damaged. Wipe all around the door itself as well, both inside and out.
Step 4. Return the drawer to its place and fill the appropriate partition with a cup of bleach. Run the empty washing machine on the hottest cycle. The bleach will flush through the system and eliminate all bad odors. I usually run a load of white towels after doing this, just to be sure that all traces of bleach have been eliminated from the system. However, this is probably not necessary. Learn more about cleaning with bleach.
Step 5. Wipe the top and sides of your washing machine occasionally with a soft, damp cloth. Keeping it dust and debris free, as well as dry, will prolong the finish on these parts.

Or just watch this video
http://www.house-cleaning-howtos.com/cleaning-washing-machine.html

Thanks for reading

From Your neighborhood Proffessional Cleaning Company

MULTI SERVICES
http://www.multiservices-janitorial.com

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