How to Clean the Inside of a Washing Machine
Fill the machine with hot water., Add a quart of bleach for stain removal., Clean the rubber seal on the door., Clean the dispensers.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Fill the machine with hot water.
Newer models of front-loading machines often have self cleaning cycles, so if this is the case with yours, fill it with hot water on this setting.
If you don't have a self-cleaning cycle, just fill it with hot water. -
Step 2: Add a quart of bleach for stain removal.
If the inside of your washer is stained, bleach will do the trick.
Add it through the dispenser so that it mixes with hot water, then let the machine finish the rest of the washing cycle. , This area is prone to mold growth, since water can get trapped between the seal and the machine.
Use an all-purpose cleaner and a sponge or paper towel to clean under and around the seal. , Make sure the the powder and liquid detergent dispensers are free of hair and other debris.
Use an all-purpose cleaner or a vinegar and water solution and a sponge to remove traces of detergent, dirt and anything else that could clog your dispenser. -
Step 3: Clean the rubber seal on the door.
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Step 4: Clean the dispensers.
Detailed Guide
Newer models of front-loading machines often have self cleaning cycles, so if this is the case with yours, fill it with hot water on this setting.
If you don't have a self-cleaning cycle, just fill it with hot water.
If the inside of your washer is stained, bleach will do the trick.
Add it through the dispenser so that it mixes with hot water, then let the machine finish the rest of the washing cycle. , This area is prone to mold growth, since water can get trapped between the seal and the machine.
Use an all-purpose cleaner and a sponge or paper towel to clean under and around the seal. , Make sure the the powder and liquid detergent dispensers are free of hair and other debris.
Use an all-purpose cleaner or a vinegar and water solution and a sponge to remove traces of detergent, dirt and anything else that could clog your dispenser.
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