Among all the household appliances in the house, the washing machine is one of the most necessary. Its frequent use requires increased attention and care to prevent constant repairs or premature failure.
Here are the most common washing mistakes you need to pay attention to to ensure your machine is working properly.
Even if you have a large pile of clothes in your laundry basket, don't make the mistake of throwing them all together, as this will overload the machine and wear out the bearings and suspension. On the other hand, the clothes won't wash as well as usual, and you'll have to repeat the washing process.
Each washing machine is designed to hold a certain amount of laundry, so never exceed the stated weight.
Using more washing powder than necessary does not mean that your laundry will be clean. Using too much detergent can cause serious problems with your washing machine.
The label of each washing powder, liquid, granules or capsules indicates the amount needed for one wash. Pay special attention to this, as some of them foam heavily.
An unpleasant smell in the washing machine is a sign that you are not cleaning it often enough. First of all, make sure that you clean the filters at the right frequency, because they are very important. They collect things forgotten in the pockets of clothes, such as coins, papers, jewelry, etc.
In addition to filters, it is necessary to monitor the hygiene of the drum - periodically turn on the drum wash mode or run an empty wash cycle without clothes at a high temperature. Adding vinegar to the water can help clean more stubborn deposits.
Some socks or underwear need to be placed in special bags before washing so that they do not get stuck in the filter, as this can also cause additional problems. In the end, you will always have two clean socks and you will not have to worry about losing one of them.
Zippers on some garments can get caught in the drum, making it difficult for it to operate and rotate. Zipping the zipper at the top will reduce the risk of it getting caught. For the same reason, be careful with hooks and straps on bras.
Do not leave wet clothes after washing, as they may develop mold, and moisture may damage the programmer and its heating elements. Always leave the door open after removing the laundry from the machine to dry it thoroughly. This will prevent damage to the laundry during washing.
