Clean your machine on the regular so your clothes get properly cleaned, every time.
To get your washer fully clean, wipe down the blades before and after you run a cleaning cycle.
If your machine doesn’t have an agitator, you don’t need to worry about this.
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Also, some newer washers have an indicator light that tells you when to clean the machine.
How Often Should You Clean a Top-Load Washer?
If you have atop-load washerwith a center agitator post, it should be cleaned at least twice a year.
If the machine has automatic dispensers that you use for every load, clean them monthly to prevent clogs.
Some conditions require more frequent cleaning.
grab the longest wash cycle, the largest load size, and the hottest water setting.
Allow the washer to fill with hot water but stop the machine before agitation begins.
Choose one and only one cleaner.
Mixing chemicals can create toxic fumes.
execute the Wash Cycle
After adding the cleaner, run an entire wash cycle.
If the dispensers cannot be removed, heat 1 cup of white vinegar in the microwave.
Pour the heated vinegar into the dispensers and let it sit for about 15 minutes to soften the residue.
Use an old toothbrush to scrub the dispensers clean.
The lint filter in a top-load washer with a center agitator is inside the agitator.
Newer washers with the agitator in the bottom of the drum may or may not have a lint filter.
Check your user manual or the manufacturer’s website to locate the filter in your machine.
Clean the Outside of the Washer
Mix a solution of all-purpose cleaner and warm water.
Use a microfiber cloth to clean the outside of the washer to remove dust and drips from laundry products.
Tips to Keep Your Top-Load Washer Clean
First and foremost, don’t usetoo much laundry detergent.
you’ve got the option to avoid excessive build-up by using the correct amount per load.
Also, consider the following to maintain your machine:
