Drum cleaning function in a washing machine - what is it?

An automatic washing machine is one of the most frequently used household devices in the home. Constant washing leads to the appearance of excess moisture in the drum, the development of mold and bacteria. The result is a deterioration in the quality of washing and premature failure of parts. Careful adherence to all operating rules does not always prevent problems. The built-in function for cleaning the drum in the machine from LG will help you easily remove dirt and extend the life of the expensive unit.

Cleaning function: operating features

The process of cleaning laundry is in many ways similar to regular washing. There are several stages in the process:

1. Using the pre-wash mode.
2. Switch to main mode. First, the wash is done at 60 degrees, at 150 rpm.
3. The program ends when using a double rinse, together with a spin, accompanied by maximum speed.

Maintenance monthly cleaning should be enough to prevent serious gaps from forming. It is recommended to remove all debris from the drain tank before using the function.

The use of this mode does not eliminate various formations in the form of scale.

If you're afraid of making a mistake

Operating an automatic machine is not at all as complicated as it might seem at first glance. The main thing is to follow the basic recommendations for using the washing machine. Basic tips for users:

• do not be lazy to read the instructions for the equipment, even if you have previously used a machine of a different model, and it would seem that you know everything about automatic washing;
• measure the hardness level of tap water and select suitable detergents that protect the washing machine elements from scale formation;
• Do not change the washing parameters if the machine has already filled with water and started working. Otherwise, problems with the electronics may occur;
• do not overload the machine, at the same time do not “drive” the machine with an almost empty drum;
• at the end of washing, wipe the unit, leave the hatch door open;
• Do not place heavy objects on the top cover of the SMA.

Now you know how to start washing on LG machines. If you follow the basic recommendations for using the equipment, the automatic machine will delight you with high quality washing for many years.

LG drum cleaning function: proper activation

In most models, the function is programmed so that only one button needs to be pressed. What actions need to be taken?

• It is necessary to remove all things and any foreign objects from the drum.
• Next, close the hatch.
• First, the start button is pressed. Next, hold and press the buttons on which the stars are displayed, and at least three seconds should pass. You need to wait until the text tei appears on the panel.
• The function starts when you press the Start button, as in other cases.
• The program usually completes in 1 hour 35 minutes. Afterwards, the drum needs to be dried completely, leaving the hatch open. This completes the cleaning of the drum in the LG washing machine.

It is not recommended to add detergents or cleaning agents during cleaning. Otherwise, a large amount of foam will form and the equipment may freeze.

LG program table: description and symbols

The washing modes in the LG washing machine have their own names. There are practically no symbols on the control panel; the manufacturer has signed each program.

For a breakdown of programs and modes, see the table below.

*The table lists approximate values; see the instructions for washing duration for your model.

How to choose washing modes in an LG machine

Having considered the description of the modes, it’s time to find out how to install and configure them. Basically, all panels of ElG washing machines are similar. They may differ only in the presence of a display. In its absence, indicators are installed that allow you to understand which mode is running.

Using the selector, you can select a washing program for each fabric. As shown in the photo below, after selecting a function, the corresponding indicator lights up. The display shows the time remaining, the spin level and the water temperature.

Below, under the display, there are buttons. With their help you can:

• Start or stop washing.
• Select spin power.
• Set the temperature from 30 to 95 degrees.
• Turn the machine on or off.

There is a lock next to the numbers 1 and 2 on the display. This means that when you press the keys at the same time, the panel is locked.

Buttons 3 and 4 are marked with an asterisk on the screen. So you can run a dry wash for 1 hour and 35 minutes. The key layout can act as a diagnostic function.

Most often, users install only a few programs. The rest are used very rarely. The most popular washing mode in an LG machine is the “Quick Program” for 30 minutes. Also "Cotton" and "Washing Children's Clothes". The “Delicate Fabrics” program is used less frequently.

The remaining functions may also come in handy over time, so don't lose their designations.

Cleaning: why is the function needed?

Along with the laundry that is loaded into the machine, the following items may get inside washing machines:

1. Coins.
2. Pins with paper clips.
3. Threads.
4. Lint particles.
5. Fabric fibers.
6. Sand particles.

It is necessary to carefully check the things loaded inside to avoid serious damage in the future. Lumps of dirt must be removed. If you are washing a delicate item, you cannot do without using a special bag.

Using dirty water often leads to problems and blockages. The parts inside the machine collect scale due to the salt contained in the metals. An excellent solution for many problems is special compositions and filter substances for liquids. Calgon and Alfagon are one of the acceptable options.

The main reasons for dirt getting into the car

Dirt and foreign objects get not only into the drum, but also into various parts and elements of the washing machine.

Trivial causes of blockages

The reasons for contamination of a Samsung device can be either dirty laundry or poor quality water. For example, dirty laundry can get into the machine:

1. Sand.
2. Solid dirt particles.
3. Threads.
4. Pile.
5. Foreign objects from pockets (changes, pins, paper clips, etc.).

Important! Along with dirt, grease can settle on the walls of the drum, forming fertile ground for the growth of mold fungi and various bacteria.

Simple preventive measures

To avoid contamination of the machine, the following rules must be observed:

• Be sure to check your clothing pockets before washing and remove all foreign objects from them.
• Before washing, shake off dirt and debris from items.
• Wash delicate and damaged old items in to protect machine parts from lint and threads.

Technical reasons for tank contamination

However, even if you follow all the washing rules, it is very difficult to protect the device from scale, which settles not only on the inner walls of the drum, but also on the heating element.

Important! Limescale can damage all moving parts of the washing machine.

The main cause of scale deposits is water containing metal salts. This type of water is also called “hard”. Special compounds that should be added before washing will help soften low-quality water.

Important! The most common means are “Alfagon”.

However, many experts believe that these drugs only harm machine parts, since the chemical compounds they contain destroy the elements of the device over time.

Important! To ensure that household appliances serve for many years, are not covered with scale, and that cleaning the drum of the LG washing machine is required as little as possible, experts recommend using special ones that improve the composition of the inlet water.

What substances can be used for cleaning?

You can use popular recommendations to get rid of dirt if there is no cleaning function. Special chemicals also help, but they must be selected with extreme caution.

Here are just a few acceptable “helpers” in solving the problem:

• Vinegar.

• Soda.

• Lemon acid.

Each option has negative and positive sides.

Application of citric acid

This is the most common product used to remove scale, mold, and traces of grease. It is enough to take 200 grams of dry acid powder to perform one cleaning procedure. When using such tools, the advantages will be as follows:

1. Possibility to use automatic drum cleaning mode.
2. Safety for constituent components.
3. Availability.
4. Low cost.

The disadvantage is that citric acid will not be effective if the contamination case is particularly severe. It will be difficult to clean the inside of the device if the drum has not been cleaned for many years. It will be necessary to apply citric acid several times, or choose another method that is more effective.

Using baking soda

Baking soda is suitable for getting rid of dirt accumulated on the walls. But the tank and heating elements will require other methods.

The procedure involves using only 150 grams of the substance.

The method has the following advantages:

• Safety of machine parts.
• Efficient in drum cleaning.
• Availability.
• Low cost.

The disadvantages are that the cleaning process is done manually. In addition, you need to wait a certain time for the soda to interact with water.

Using baking soda requires following the following sequence:

1. The walls of the machine are slightly moistened. But you can’t moisten it with plenty of water.
2. Pour a little product onto a rag.
3. We wait half an hour until the active substances begin to interact with each other.
4. Dirt is completely removed with a cloth.

What about vinegar?

This is a concentrated substance that can be used to clean various parts of washing machines. 50 milliliters of the product are diluted with the addition of 150 ml of water. Vinegar essence cannot be used without such dilution.

The cleansing process does not require additional actions from the user. The product has a low price. The procedure is also effective. But vinegar is quite difficult to wash out of the inside of the drum. Rubber parts of cars may be damaged by the substance.

Pros and cons of cleaning with citric acid

The properties of citric acid are determined by its chemical structure. This substance was not invented specifically for cleaning washing machines, so its effect on equipment parts has both positive and negative sides.

Positive aspects of the method

Without cleaning the scale in the SM, you can expect, at a minimum, burnout and the need to replace the heating element. Therefore, there is no need to delay the cleaning procedure. The method for removing deposits should allow anyone without experience to carry out the procedure.

If you decide to regularly clean your SM with citric acid, you can buy a large volume of it at once. It will be cheaper and less troublesome

The use of citric acid to eliminate accumulated insoluble salts meets this requirement due to a number of advantages:

1. Availability and low cost. Citric acid in the required quantity can be bought in any store for several tens of rubles.
2. Simplicity. Even an untrained person can carry out the cleaning procedure.
3. Efficiency. 100 g of citric acid will dissolve up to 80 g of scale.
4. Safety. Both citric acid and calcium citrate formed after dissolving scale are harmless to health.

These positive aspects of LC make it the drug of choice in the fight against scale. There is no point in buying expensive special products for cleaning SM if they provide a similar effect.

Citric acid is used both in caring for the internal and external parts of the washing machine. The advantage of this folk remedy is that using lemon juice can effectively clean surfaces that are inaccessible to the user.

Confirmation of the effectiveness of removing accumulations with citric acid is demonstrated in the video:

Negative effects of citric acid

There are legends about the negative effect of citric acid on internal parts when cleaning a washing machine. Numerous arguments are given against this method, but little evidence is provided.

The theoretical claims of people regarding cleaning SM with citric acid are:

1. The formation of salts that remain in the washing machine and can clog the drain.
2. The acid corrodes the metal components of the heating element.
3. Rubber seals soften and may crack.
4. After cleaning, things develop a specific smell.

To remove scale from the SM, a 1% solution of citric acid is used.

For comparison, a 10% solution of aggressive hydrochloric acid is used to clean water heating boilers from deposits. And even multiple treatments with such a strong agent do not affect the operation of the equipment. And rubber is generally resistant to short-term exposure to weak acids.

The problem will arise if crystals or citric acid solution remain in the pocket of the rubber seal that seals the door. In other cases, the negative effect of citric acid on the insides of the washing machine is a myth.

Holes in the cuff from citric acid do not appear immediately, but only after multiple descaling sessions without following basic rules

The salts formed during descaling, together with the remaining lacquer, are completely removed by subsequent two or three rinses, leaving neither odor nor sediment.

Are all the disadvantages of citric acid really far-fetched? No, descaling has one more drawback, but it is common to all cleaning products.

Insoluble salts can accumulate at water leaks, temporarily closing the hole and eliminating the problem. After cleaning the washing machine, the leak may appear again. The described problem is not caused by citric acid or other means, but you should be aware of the possibility of its occurrence.

The consequences of using LC for cleaning SM are presented in the video:

Use of household chemicals

You can use various means to solve the cleaning problem. Usually this is “Belizna” and other chlorine bleaches, or professional preparations. Chlorine-based products do an excellent job of removing contaminants of any origin. But it is worth remembering that chlorine also negatively affects any parts made of rubber. The substances also have a negative impact on human health.

Possible problems

The work doesn't always go smoothly. Sometimes users are unable to unscrew the part or remove it. This occurs if the sump pump assembly is not cleaned often enough.

What they are doing:

1. Use pliers. Use a tool to grasp the protrusion of the filter, turn it carefully so as not to break it.
2. Clean the element through the removed pump. This can be done by owners with plumbing skills.

Average users are advised to call a service technician.

Special means

Frisch Aktiv is a specialized cleaning product developed by specialists from Germany. Thanks to modern technologies, an option has emerged that can be used for cleaning without much harm, even if the procedure is carried out weekly. This solution is effective, and various parts located inside the device do not suffer from such effects.

How to use chemicals?

For a safe and effective cleansing process, it is important to know in advance how to properly use a particular product. “Whiteness”, citric acid or vinegar suggest that the following instructions will help:

• First, the product is poured into the drum.
• We set the standard washing program lasting 1 hour. Temperature regime – not lower than 60 degrees.
• After the wash is completed, the double rinse starts.
• When the device is completed, the machine is left open to dry everything.

As for the Frisch Activ development, its application will be slightly different:

1. Half of the cap is placed inside the cuvette.
2. The other half is poured directly into the drum.
3. At high temperatures, a cold wash starts.
4. The scale should soak in the water, along with the product.
5. Then the rinse mode starts.

The drum can be called an indicator, which always shows how dirty other parts are. If scale accumulates on the walls of the drum, it means that it is present in large quantities on other surfaces. Therefore, cleaning can be carried out for other parts, including tanks and pulleys, heating elements, rubber hatch cuffs, and drain filters.

Cleaning individual elements of the washing machine

The answer to the question regarding how to clean an automatic washing machine will be incomplete without talking about ways to get rid of dirt and odors by cleaning individual parts and compartments. Now you'll learn about treating areas that are harder to reach, like the tray where you put your laundry detergent.

No. 1. How to remove and clean the tray

1. Determine the type of its fastening. Most often it is attached to the side latches. Press them and pull the tray towards you, at the same time lifting it slightly. There are models with a button on the side. If you have one, then hold the button and release the fastenings.
2. After removing the tray, wash it well under the tap.
3. Use a brush to remove any remaining detergent from all accessible grooves. When the scale is difficult to remove and mold is visible, you will need “lemon”, “Belizna” or soda.
4. Check to see if there are any traces of detergents left at the attachment point.

A common place for debris to accumulate and mold to grow is the rubber gasket used to seal the hatch.

No. 2. How to wash a rubber seal

Often fungus forms on the seal and under it. How to clean an automatic washing machine when you can’t get rid of the dirt inside the machine under the rubber band at home even with strong drugs? There is an exit!

1. Carry out the manipulations immediately after the next wash or run the program without items inside. Do not allow the sealant to dry out.
2. Use ear cleaning sticks or a rag - wrap it around your finger and go over the entire rubber layer.
3. Clean the gasket with vinegar: it will destroy germs and unpleasant odors. Instead of vinegar, a solution of “Belizna” in a 1:1 combination with water is suitable. It is enough to wet the sponge and rub the elastic on all sides (including under it).

After you have removed the dirt in all places, it is the turn of the remaining plaque and debris in the drain filter. In addition, small items often get clogged there if they are not removed from the pockets of things in time before washing.

No. 3. How to clean a washing machine filter

1. Determine where it is. Usually on the bottom front of the case, in the right or left corner, under a plastic cover or plug.
2. Spread a cloth on the floor: water may leak. Carefully pry and remove the cover. Pull out the plug.
3. Remove debris and wash the filter using detergent. Reinsert, then replace the plug and cap.

No. 4. How to Clean a Drain Hose

Most likely, while cleaning the device with a vinegar-soda solution, the drain hose also cleared, but just in case, it doesn’t hurt to do it again.

1. Turn off the power to the machine and turn off the water.
2. Place a container with low edges where the hose is attached, and then disconnect it.
3. Look inside the hose. If the cavity is dirty, use a cable with a soft brush at the end.
4. If the odor problem persists after cleaning, replace the hose.

Regarding pollution prevention

Dampness and high humidity create a favorable environment that promotes the development of mold and fungi. The cause of bacterial growth is debris, dirt and detergent residues that settle on the following parts:

• Rubber based door seal.

• Drain hose.

• Filter.

• The design of the tray where the powder is placed.

Cars also deteriorate from frequent washing of items that have been damaged by contamination from greasy substances.

Limescale is another source of contamination. An insoluble precipitate is formed due to the presence of salts and various impurities in the water. The process of precipitation formation begins when the liquid is heated to a certain temperature. The heating elements become covered with scale, which only increases in size over time. Electricity consumption increases, the heating process does not proceed correctly.

It is recommended to comply with the following requirements and rules for prevention:

1. After washing, always leave the hatches open for at least one and a half to two hours.
2. Carry out preventive cleaning with vinegar and citric acid. It is enough to use them 1-2 times every 2-3 months.
3. Completely flush cleaning agents out of the tray.
4. Use the high temperature program at least every week. The main thing is not to set the indicator above 75 degrees, otherwise scale will continue to form.

Experts confirm that the cleaning function makes the machines more reliable. Their condition remains normal for a long time.

How to prevent scale formation

First of all, you should install filters at the water inlet from the water supply system. It's not cheap, but in the end it's still cheaper than repairing or even buying a new washing machine. In addition, you should not be lazy and properly prepare dirty laundry for washing:

1. Always check your pockets and remove any small items left in them.
2. Clean things from dried dirt, sand, blades of grass and other debris.
3. Shake off dirty laundry before washing it.
4. Use special bags for washing. this way things will be more intact and the machine will stay clean longer.

And of course, periodically you need to run the machine idle with the cleaning composition at the highest temperature. Here's how to do it yourself correctly.

Which machines support the cleaning function?

LG boasts a wide range of washing machines. But the function we are interested in is not present in every model. The main thing is that the cost does not change much in the presence or absence of such an opportunity.

Description of budget options

• LG F1048ND.

Supports 22 additional functions, together with 9 main programs. A narrow variety of machines, the drum is cleaned automatically.

• LG F1280ND5.

Silver model. Supports 22 additional modes, main programs – 14.

• LG F1280NDS.

The model has small dimensions in width and supports steam and hypoallergenic washing.

Mid-level price category

1. LG F-1296ND3.

Supports up to 1200 rpm, additional laundry loading function. Easily supports baby wash and delicate fabrics, removes stains. Prevents additional stains from appearing on clothes.

1. FH 2A8HDS4.

Applies to narrow models. Capacity is up to 7 kilograms. There is an inverter motor, which also helps support a large number of modes and functions.

1. F-14U2TDH1N.

The machine can easily accommodate up to 8 kilograms of laundry. The device can dry up to 5 kilograms of clothes, in addition to the normal cleaning function. Smart diagnostics is one of the additional useful options.

1. F-10B8ND.

Capable of washing up to 1000 per minute when there is up to 6 kilograms of laundry inside. There is additional protection against leaks, together with mobile diagnostics.

Is it available on all models?

Unfortunately, not all LG washing machine models are equipped with a drum cleaning function. The button with “*” located on the control panel will help you understand whether a particular washing machine has such a program.

The most popular models of LG washing machines equipped with a self-cleaning mode:

1. LG F-1296ND3 (due to the removable cover, the washing machine can be built in).
2. LG F-10B8ND (in addition to the drum cleaning function, it is equipped with a Smart Diagnosis system and protection against leaks).
3. LG F1048ND (narrow model equipped with nine washing modes and twenty-two additional options).
4. LG F1280NDS (narrow model equipped with a steam function and a hypoallergenic washing mode).

Tips for carrying out complex cleanings

Mold, unpleasant odors and dirt are problems that every equipment owner faces. You should regularly maintain the cleanliness of the elements located inside the device.

Washing the drum

Combining disinfectants with idle circulation is one possible solution to this problem. Regular citric acid can also be used. It is recommended to clean the rubber band only by hand.

The simplest processing option requires the following requirements:

• Carefully push the folds apart.
• Wash the cuff around the circumference. We use a sponge, soap, warm water.
• Wipe the surface of the part dry.

A solution of copper sulfate is used if the owner notices the appearance of mold spots. Another acceptable remedy is to prepare a cleaning paste that includes water and baking soda in equal proportions.

The purpose of the composition is to process not only rubber bands, but also the entire drum. The machines are kept in this position for two hours, then we wipe them with a sponge and start the long-term wash mode.

Working with filters and drainage hoses

An unpleasant odor is often caused by dirt particles that remain virtually invisible to the human eye. This is especially true for debris that could not be removed from clothing in time before being placed inside. It is recommended to clean drain filters at least once every three months. If the exploitation is active, then the work is carried out more often.

The operation involves removing the protective panel and a small container into which water flows. You can protect the floor with a cloth. The filter is unscrewed using counterclockwise movements. Then there is washing, with water under high pressure, the accumulated debris is removed from the hole.

When cleaning, the hose is simply disconnected from the parts to which it previously fits. The design and features of the part depend on which specific model of equipment is used by a particular buyer. If there are vertical models, the hose can only be reached using the side cover.

How to wash

To ensure that your washing machine does not break down due to frequent use, you need to constantly keep it clean.

Important! Keeping it clean means regular general cleaning (the entire device must be cleaned, from the outer case to the internal elements).

Drum

The best place to start when cleaning is the drum. It is in it that after each wash the remains of dirty liquid, fat deposits, plaque particles, etc. remain.

In addition, black spots may appear in the folds of the rubber cuff, indicating the appearance of mold. And the musty smell coming from the depths of the machine also does not make its use pleasant.

Drum cleaning:

1. The easiest way to solve the problem is with an unpleasant odor. To do this, you need to run the machine in idle mode and add citric acid or suitable disinfectant compounds inside.
2. Next, you should move on to cleaning the rubber seal. You'll have to clean it by hand, so be prepared. To begin, spread the folds apart, and then wash the entire circumference of the cuff using a clean dishwashing sponge soaked in warm soapy water. Do everything carefully so as not to tear the seal.
3. At the end, you need to wipe the gum DRY, since stagnant moisture can again lead to the appearance of plaque and odor.
4. If you see that mold spots have appeared on the cuff, then you need to prepare a solution of copper sulfate or baking soda paste (water and baking soda powder mixed in equal parts). One of the two indicated preparations should be used to treat the areas affected by mold and leave the product for a couple of hours.
5. Wipe everything thoroughly with a sponge and run the machine in long-term wash mode.

heating element

Important! The heating element is the most important element of the washing machine, which, if not properly maintained, can fail at the most inopportune moment.

The tubular electric heater is in direct contact with running water, and therefore, after each use of the washing machine, scale will accumulate on it (it is salt deposits of magnesium and calcium).

If you do not have a water softening filter in your drain, then when washing you should also add special water softening agents to the washing powder (for example, the much-advertised Calgon). It is also worth doing monthly maintenance to avoid breakdowns.

Method number 1:

• The easiest way to deal with lime deposits is with tribasic carboxylic acid or regular citric acid. Pour the acid into the powder tray, and then turn on the washing machine in any high-temperature wash cycle. The acid will corrode plaque and limestone and clean the heating element and drum steel from scale.
• Calculate the amount of acid powder based on the degree of contamination of the machine, as well as its capacity. Typically, for every kilogram of filler there should be 25-30 g of acid.
• If you haven’t cleaned the machine for a long time, then you can do the following trick: pour the acid powder into the powder tray, turn on the machine for a long wash cycle at 90 degrees, and then turn off the unit from the network in the middle of the process. Leave the device overnight and run the wash again in the morning.
• This experiment should be carried out no more than 4 times a year. After each such procedure, you need to inspect the drain hose and cuff; large particles of limescale may accumulate there; they will need to be removed manually.

Method number 2:

1. It is best to use specialized preparations for cleaning. They have one significant advantage over all folk remedies combined - they are developed taking into account the design features of the unit, and therefore their composition will never harm any element during cleaning.
2. Remember that most products can protect the machine from the appearance of plaque, but they do not guarantee getting rid of existing scale. Most often, such products simply soften the water, which significantly reduces the amount of salts in it (for example, like Calgon).
3. These products should be used during washing. Simply add them to the powder tray (along with the powder) or directly into the drum, and then start the wash.

Rubber compressor

So, you have started the machine in self-cleaning mode at the drum cleaning stage. When the procedure is completed, you can begin cleaning the rubber seal.

The rubber seal is an ideal zone for the growth of various fungi, mold and other microorganisms that harm humans and the device itself:

• You can clean the cuff using almost any cleaning product. For example, you can use Pemolux or baking soda (if you prefer folk remedies).
• If there is too much mold, and even an unpleasant odor is added to all the existing contaminants, then it is better to choose Komet, White (as a last resort), Domestos or Utenok. These tools are much more powerful. They can not only clean the gum from pockets of mold, but also disinfect it.
• Apply a small amount of the desired cleaning agent to a damp sponge or rag (if you are working with bleach, do not forget about gloves and safety glasses), then pull the cuff towards you and wash the metal elements of the case.
• In the same way, run the cleaning agent over the elastic itself.
• Since most of the dirt remains at the bottom of the hatch, its entire circumference should be cleaned.
• After all procedures, go over the cuff with a damp, clean cloth.

Drain pump

After cleaning the drum, cuff and heating element, you can proceed to cleaning the drain pump (drain filter). If you have already seriously neglected the condition of this element, then do not be surprised when one fine day the machine simply stops draining water through it.

In order to avoid a flood, you need to regularly clean the pump from dirt and lime deposits:

1. You need to take a container of suitable height (for example, a baking tray from the oven), a towel or a well-absorbent rag, a flat screwdriver or any other flat tool.
2. Now open access to the filter (most often the entrance is located at the bottom of the machine). Before unscrewing the lid, cover the floor with a towel or rag, and place a container under the drain to collect water (just in case of a fire).
3. Unscrew the filter cap counterclockwise and remove all debris and accumulated dirt from the pump.
4. Next, wipe the hole with a clean damp cloth, close it and install the panel in its rightful place.

Water inlet filter

In addition to the drain filter, the washing machine also has a water inlet filter. It also becomes covered with rust and sand over time. When the inlet hose filter becomes unusable, the machine refuses to wash and shows that it is impossible to draw clean water.

How to clean the filter:

• First, you need to shut off the access of cold water to the washing machine.
• Next, turn the machine around to see access to its rear panel. On the right, in the upper half of the housing, you will see the inlet hose.
• Unscrew the nut counterclockwise and look inside the opened hole. Did you see a small filter with a mesh? This is exactly what you have to get out with the help of pliers or pliers.
• Using a toothbrush, rinse the filter under running water, then return it to its place and screw the inlet hose back clockwise.
• Run cold water.

Powder tray

Advice! Ideally, the tray for powder and other laundry preparations should be washed after each use of the washing machine. This will help prevent the remnants of powders, gels and other products from accumulating in the grooves and leaving an unpleasant odor and residue on the surface.

If you do not regularly clean the tray of powder, you will have to work hard to clean everything at once.

You will have a hard time, because the container has many small grooves and other hard-to-reach elements that are difficult to get to with a regular rag or sponge:

1. To begin with, you can thoroughly spray the compartment with a spray cleaner and leave it to soak for a couple of hours.
2. Next, you can start cleaning the tray itself, which is covered with rust, plaque and residues of cleaning products. You can use household chemicals for this (like Pemolux) or folk remedies (a mixture of soda, hot water and vinegar).
3. Treat the container with the chosen product and leave it to soak for another half hour.
4. After this, go over the container with a sponge or toothbrush, removing any remaining cleaning products.
5. Wipe the tray dry and place it in its usual place.

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