1. Choose the appropriate amount of clothes and washing time
Paying attention to the amount of clothes and washing time helps you save electricity, water, and time. It also ensures that your clothes are effectively cleaned and your washing machine lasts longer.
If you have a large family or need to wash a lot of clothes at once, it is recommended to buy a washing machine with a capacity larger than your needs by about 1 kg to ensure stable operation or divide the washing into multiple cycles. Overloading the drum with too many clothes will result in inefficient cleaning and overload on the motor. It is advised to fill the drum to about 1/2 to a maximum of 3/4 of its capacity.
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Currently, all washing machines have different washing modes for different fabric types. Each mode has a specific washing capacity and time, which you can refer to in the instruction manual. Choose the appropriate mode for the fabric type and adjust the washing time according to the level of dirt to achieve efficient and economical operation.
For normal dirt, the recommended washing time for some types of fabric is as follows:
Soap and fabric softener are also factors to consider. The use of unsuitable soap and fabric softener may not dissolve completely and leave residue on clothes. For front-loading washing machines, you should use liquid detergent, and you can use either powder or liquid detergent for top-loading machines.
2. Regularly clean the washing machine
Over time, if not cleaned, the washing machine will accumulate dirt inside and outside the drum, leading to increased friction and noise during operation. Furthermore, if not cleaned, limescale, moss, and sediment will build up in the water inlet and drain valves, causing inaccurate water intake and wasting electricity, as well as leaving the clothes less clean.
Depending on the frequency of use, you should clean the drum and the entire washing machine every 3-6 months. If your washing machine does not have a self-cleaning function for the drum, set the longest washing time and let the machine run without clothes and detergent. If the machine has a hot water washing mode, set it to the highest temperature.
You can clean the machine at home without calling a technician by using washing machine cleaning tablets. If you cannot find washing machine cleaning tablets, you can use the following ingredients: 2 cups of vinegar, 1/4 cup of baking soda, 1/4 cup of clean water, 1 sponge.
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First, mix the baking soda and water together. This is the main cleaning agent to clean the washing machine. Pour the mixture into the detergent tray of the washing machine, and pour vinegar into the drum. If your washing machine does not have a separate detergent tray, you can pour the mixture of baking soda and vinegar directly into the drum.
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Close the door and start the machine for a complete washing cycle, allowing the baking soda and vinegar to dissolve limescale and mold naturally, while eliminating any unpleasant odor.
After the machine stops, use a clean sponge to scrub around the machine’s opening to remove dirt and accumulated mold, then rinse with water.
Use regular cleaning brushes to clean the rubber door seal, the inside of the lid, detergent and fabric softener compartments. These areas are often damp and prone to bacterial growth, so cleaning is essential. For the exterior of the machine, unplug it first, use a damp cloth to wipe gently.
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While cleaning, you can also check if the system is leaking to repair it in a timely manner. If you cannot do it yourself, seek assistance from repair and maintenance technicians.
3. Always clean the soap dispenser
Soap easily sticks and accumulates in corners of the dispenser, leading to the development of bacteria over time. Cleaning the soap dispenser is something you should remember before washing your clothes. Cleaning every nook and cranny will give you peace of mind when drying freshly washed clothes.
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4. Use the right amount of detergent
It is recommended to use the appropriate amount of detergent as instructed by the detergent manufacturer. Adding more detergent does not necessarily mean cleaner clothes. Using the right amount helps you save detergent, ensures clean clothes, and ensures the safest operation of the washing machine.
To use the washing machine correctly, you should not use too little detergent as it may not clean clothes as expected. Follow the recommended amount calculated and carefully measured by experts. Use the amount as instructed.
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