How many times a day can you wash in a washing machine?
Any sane person understands that the durability of a washing machine depends on the frequency of its use. If you do not give the unit a rest, it will fail very quickly. So, how can users calculate the load for their “home assistant”, how many times a day can they wash in the washing machine so as not to overstrain it and still satisfy their washing needs?
Normal frequency of use of a household washing machine
It is not possible to answer this question unambiguously. After all, a lot depends on the model of the machine, brand, previous operating conditions, and the like. Therefore, there are only average indicators, which masters prefer to divide into several groups depending on the release date.
No matter how sad it may sound, statistics show that washing machines produced in Europe or America before 2005 last much longer than modern ones. So, for example, the most common model of such an assembly will quietly work for 12-15 years, but provided it is launched no more than 4 times a week.
Moreover, even without proper care, such a machine will last at least 10 years, not to mention the units of conscientious housewives. As for modern devices, they are significantly inferior in durability to their older brothers. There is evidence that the direct drive machine from LG served a family of 8 people for 13 years without failure and continues to serve to this day. And this despite the fact that it is launched twice a day.
Important! Most of the current belt-driven models do not stand up to criticism. Many craftsmen claim that direct drive devices last longer.
Thus, it is difficult to draw an unambiguous conclusion about the dependence of the service life of the machine on the frequency of its operation. If you average the indicators, it is advisable to run an ordinary home machine no more than 3-4 times a week, since it is not designed for heavy loads, unlike professional models.
Proper use is the key to longevity
Many users underestimate the operating rules developed by the creators of the machines specifically for customers. But in vain. According to rough estimates, a machine that is handled correctly can last up to five years longer than a unit whose operating rules are seriously neglected. The first thing to do is to pay due attention to proper installation.
- High-quality connection. If possible, provide a separate outlet for the washing machine to avoid interruptions in the power supply. Also pay attention to the connection to the water supply: all hoses must be sealed and well connected. If your apartment already has a cold water supply, check for a plug.
- Surface. Advice on this topic is most often ignored. Many owners don’t even realize how much the floor surface affects the operation of the machine. But keep in mind that during washing and spinning, the unit seriously bounces and vibrates. If the floor is full of unevenness, then the insides of the machine will quickly become unusable from such an “attraction”.
The following are tips directly on how to wash in a washing machine correctly. From the very beginning, try to “pamper” the machine each time with products that prevent the appearance of scale. After all, preventing a problem is much easier than getting rid of plaque later. Buy Calgon and add it to every wash.
If you live in a region with soft water, then your Calgon consumption can be halved and added through the wash. How to check whether water is soft or hard? Pay attention to the inside walls of your kettle. If you find white flakes there, this means that scale forms instantly. In this case, it is better to spend money on Calgon than to revive your washing machine later.
It is also sometimes necessary to carry out a preventive dry wash. It is enough to repeat the procedure once every three months. To do this, set the mode to the highest temperature and start the machine, pouring either a special product or homemade product into it (vinegar, citric acid, soda or whitewash will do). There is no need to load laundry into the drum! The more often you wash at high temperatures, the more often you need to carry out such disinfection. It not only prevents the formation of scale and limescale, but also simply cleans the insides of the SM. Now about the washing.
- Don't overload the drum! Moreover, pay attention not only to weight, but also to volume. A wool blanket may be suitable in weight, but take up a huge amount of space. Machines quickly break down from overload, so don't overdo it.
- After washing, leave the door open for some time to avoid breeding bacteria inside the drum. It is also advisable to remove the powder tray and wash it thoroughly after each wash. This is especially true for housewives who like to add bleach; it leads to the formation of black mold.
- Once every three months or more often, remove and wash the filter. Its location varies from model to model, so it is better to look at the instructions.
- Wash the rubber cuff of the hatch and then wipe it dry with a paper napkin or a regular rag after each wash.Wet rubber is a favorable place for bacterial colonies.
Also, many craftsmen urge not to put anything on the top cover of the machine. Of course, something very heavy can have a bad effect on the operation of the machine, but you can certainly install a few small things. And try not to run the machine several times in a row unnecessarily in order to extend its service life.
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6 reader comments
Do you mean 3-4 times a week? I have a family of five, I do laundry four times every day. Why then do you need a washing machine at all? That everything is not done for people?
I also have a large family, + a small child. I do laundry very often.
We wash sportswear every day. And we also turn it on 4-5 times. If the SM is like a toy and not an assistant, why is it so expensive?
The four of us lived in the USSR. Mom washed in a machine then: first in “Riga-55”, with a manual spin mechanism, then “Sibir”, she did laundry once a week. True, it took more than half a day. There were no washing machine failures!
I have a washing machine made in Italy from 2000. And I wash it 4-5 times a week, 2 times a day. It will be a pity to part with her.
Do you mean bleach causes mold? On the contrary, chlorine bleach and its frequent use help fight mold.