Often, buying a washing machine with too many functions leaves us confused on how to use it. To save time while washing, many people use the quick wash function as a default setting. However, not all users know how to use this function effectively, and using it incorrectly can cause various problems.
As it turns out, the quick wash function cannot be used arbitrarily.
What is a quick wash in a washing machine?
The quick wash cycle on most washing machines is 15 minutes, while some brands have a quick wash cycle of 30 minutes. Regardless of the type of washing machine, the quick wash function has the shortest wash time.
Regarding the quick wash function of a washing machine, the process can be summarized as follows:
– Reduce the amount of detergent and shorten the water intake and drainage time. In other words, the time spent washing clothes, using water, and draining water is shortened, and the overall washing process is also shortened.
– Reduce the number of rinses to only one rinse (the standard mode has three). This reduces the number of rinses throughout the washing machine’s entire washing process. For example, the quick wash mode has only one rinse, while the standard mode has three.
– When the washing machine is in quick wash mode, the motor speed is also increased to improve washing efficiency, since the washing time has been shortened.
Therefore, the quick wash function is very different from the standard wash function. The machine’s spin cycles, washing process, and number of rinses all have variations, which have a definite impact on the effectiveness of the clothes washing.
What are the common problems when using the quick wash mode?
In practice, quick washing is convenient but it can also cause various problems with clothes. The quick wash function allows you to wash clothes quickly, in a short amount of time, with fewer full body rinses and a faster motor speed. The below problems will make you consider using this “special mode”!
1. Does not handle stubborn stains and smelly clothes
The first problem when using the quick wash function is that clothes will not be washed clean, especially clothes with stubborn stains. The quick wash cycle of the washing machine takes very little time in the entire process, and it uses less water and fewer rinses. Therefore, clothes with a lot of dirt and unpleasant odors cannot be completely cleaned by the quick wash mode. Also, quick washing does not include steam or hot water, so it cannot effectively kill bacteria.
2. May not wring effectively
Clothes are not wrung out effectively because the drum does not spin for very long when this mode is activated. If you want your clothes to be completely wrung out, you should select a separate spin cycle.
3. Soap residue
In addition, one problem when using the quick wash rinse function is that we often encounter a lot of suds that have not been rinsed out and remain on the clothes or in the washing machine. Therefore, when using the quick wash function of the washing machine, you should adjust the amount of detergent or laundry soap, usually ½ or even ⅓ of the standard wash amount.
4. Clothes are easily damaged
The third problem caused by using the quick wash function of the washing machine is that it can easily damage clothes. Especially for some high-end clothing items such as silk and cashmere, after using the quick wash function, you will see that some places may have loose threads or even tears that make them difficult to use.
Because the motor speed of the quick wash function is relatively fast, clothes are more likely to stick to each other, causing some damage to the clothes. Therefore, you should consider the choice of clothes to wash, as not all types of clothing are suitable for quick washing.
5. Cannot wash large quantities of clothes
You cannot put too many clothes in the drum when using the quick wash mode, because this mode operates at a low capacity and uses less water and detergent than the standard wash cycle. Therefore, when using the quick wash function, pay attention to the amount of clothes you use for each wash. For example, for a 10 kg washing machine, it is usually recommended to put in less than 5 kg for a quick wash!
Some tips for using the quick wash mode for optimal efficiency
– When using the quick wash function of the washing machine, the first thing you need to do is use less detergent.
– Set the water level higher; the higher the water level, the better.
– Avoid adding clothes in the middle of the cycle.
– Only use the quick wash function when you have a small amount of laundry to wash.
Save time with quick wash mode
Many people believe that a quick wash does not clean clothes effectively, but the truth is that using the right washing mode can help you save both time and energy consumption.
