Washing machine care products

foreign cleaning products Despite constant contact with water and powder, the washing machine gets dirty with every wash. Moreover, the internal elements of the system suffer more: the tank, heating element, garbage filter, pump and drainage hoses. A mixture of soap, lime, lint and dust settles in a thick layer on the surfaces of the machine, threatening overheating and clogging of parts.

To clean the system, you do not need to disassemble the machine and wash everything manually - just run the idle cycle and add washing machine care products. We will consider in detail what to add and how often.

A selection of the most profitable funds

You can use soda and vinegar to clean the washing machine, but there is a high risk of messing up the dosage and ruining the machine. It’s better not to experiment and choose inexpensive but effective professional chemicals - a special cleaner for household appliances. Several brands have proven themselves to be excellent in terms of price-quality ratio.

Beckmann. Universal cleaner for all washing machines. Produced in Germany and is a blue liquid. In addition to citric acid, surfactants and limonene, it contains activated carbon, which, like a “magnet,” attracts and absorbs dirt. The concentrate effectively cleans the washing machine, and special anti-corrosion and softening components protect the surfaces of the machine and maintain the elasticity of the seals. Price – 286 rub. for 250 ml.
Tiret. Liquid cleaner for washing machines with lemon scent. An active formula based on citric acid, surfactants, citral and limonene effectively fights bacteria and fungi.The concentrate is capable of neutralizing foreign odors in one cycle, dissolving lime and soap deposits, cleaning parts from dirt and ensuring the hygienic cleanliness of the machine. Also available with floral flavor. The price for a 250 ml bottle ranges from 150-230 rubles.

Before using the detergent, you must read the instructions on the packaging!

PLEX ACIDCLINE. A professional, domestically produced complex cleaner for washing machine care. Available in gel form. Eliminates scale, limescale and unpleasant odors without damaging the rubber and plastic elements of the machine. Provides hygienic cleanliness and protects the washing machine from new contamination. Sold in 0.5 liter bottles for 165 rubles.
Disinfecting liquid cleaner that kills up to 99.9% of bacteria and fungi. Contains citric acid, chloride, non-ionic surfactants, citral and limonene. Removes all types of contaminants, reaching even hard-to-reach places in the washing machine. Neutralizes unpleasant odors and has a subtle lemon aroma. Use no more than once every two months. Costs about 225-400 rubles. for 250 ml.
Nihon Detergent. Highly concentrated chlorine-based drum cleaning liquid. Effectively cleans the surfaces of the washing machine from dirt, mold and soap scum, eliminating unpleasant odors and providing an antibacterial effect. Suitable for all drum type machines. Cost – about 380 rubles. for 550 ml.
Five plus. Powder cleaner for washing machines based on colloidal silver, phosphates and soda. In one application, removes limescale deposits and detergent residues, and also neutralizes stubborn unpleasant odors. It has a prolonged antibacterial effect, preventing dirt from settling on the internal surfaces of equipment. There are no fragrances in the composition. With regular use, it extends the service life of the machine. Costs about 130 rubles. for 500 g.

Before using the product, you must carefully study the instructions on the package. There, the manufacturer gives recommendations on the use of the cleaner: dosage, duration of action and nuances of preparing the machine. At the end of cleaning, it is better to run a double rinse to wash away any remaining household chemicals from the walls of the tank.

About the frequency of cleaning equipment

Without regular cleaning, your washing machine will quickly break down. The dirt that gets inside, along with sticky soap scum and hardening scale, settles on the key components of the machine. As a result, the drainage becomes clogged and the heating element overheats, threatening to break, and due to the increased humidity, mold develops, infecting things and the air in the room.

To save your washing machine from blockages, you need to clean it periodically. Cleaning includes:

wiping the drum and body;
washing the powder receptacle;
cleaning the garbage filter;
comprehensive removal of scale and mold.

It is recommended to wipe the drum, body and cuff of the hatch after each use of the machine with a dry cloth. The powder receptacle is washed once a week: remove the hopper and rinse under the tap. If the scale layer is too strong, you will need to soak it in a lemon solution and brush it.

It is recommended to wash the powder receptacle every week, and the garbage filter twice a month.

Be sure to clean the garbage filter every 2 weeks. All the “little things” that get into the washing machine cling to it: coins, hair, threads, crumbs and other debris.To remove all adhered dirt, you need to:

use a screwdriver to pry up the technical hatch door;
release the latches and disconnect the door from the body;
find the filter plug;
grab the ledge on the lid;
unscrew the spiral;
wash the filter;
screw the nozzle into place.

It takes the longest to carry out a comprehensive cleaning, during which the heating element, tank, pump and other components of the machine are washed. It is necessary to run an idle cycle with a special detergent for 1.5-3 hours. The frequency of major “cleaning” depends on the quality of tap water and the condition of the machine. On average, it is recommended to repeat the procedure every 3-6 months.

Modern machines are equipped with a tank self-cleaning function. Activating it is easy: just turn on the corresponding button on the dashboard and start the cycle. The main thing is to add detergent to the dispenser first. What kind of powder to use was found out above.