And there you have it, now you know what to do. It is also advisable to
carry out this cleaning regularly, as it is the detergent residues and mould that are the cause of the bad odours that permeate your clothes.
How do I clean my washing machine?
High Temperature Drain Program: Pour 1 quart of white vinegar into the drum and run a 90°C vacuum cycle to disinfect the tub and eliminate bacteria. It is recommended to do this twice a year.
Cleaning the drum: To remove bad odors, clean the inside of the drum, the seal, and the door with a cloth soaked in white vinegar. White vinegar will also freshen up your washing machine.
Drum drying: Be sure to leave the door open after each wash so that the drum can dry properly.
How do you get rid of bad smells in the washing machine?
Nothing is more unpleasant than a musty smell on laundry after washing. As mentioned earlier, mold can easily form in your washing machine, causing a strong odor that can quickly become harmful to allergy sufferers. How can this be remedied? It is important to clean your washing machine regularly with an effective descaler.
You can alternate between chemicals and home remedies, such as a mixture of baking soda and distilled white vinegar.
These natural ingredients are excellent for descaling and disinfecting the device. Simply pour this solution into the laundry tub,
and start a no-load cycle at 90°C.
It is also important not to neglect the following points:
Clean the laundry tray.
This cleaning is necessary at least once a week to remove excess laundry, which could then give off an unpleasant odor. Consider using the self-cleaning function: many machines offer this option to remove accumulated bacteria and clean the drum at 70°C. However, the results are not always up to your expectations.
Leave the door open after the wash cycle.
Golden rule:
Remember to always leave the door of your washing machine open after washing to ventilate the drum well. If you leave it closed, air cannot circulate and bacteria grow due to excessive humidity.
Wipe the door gasket after each wash.
Speaking of moisture: Be sure to dry the rubber door seal thoroughly. Use a clean cloth after each wash. Otherwise, standing water in the joint can quickly cause unpleasant odors.
