Washing machines must be cleaned periodically to ensure efficiency and avoid odors. Below are 2 ways to clean LG washing machines that you can do at home.
1. Regularly clean the washing machine
Washing machine is a household appliance that is used frequently every day, so it must be cleaned periodically to ensure cleaning effectiveness and limit mold and unpleasant odors on clothes after washing. In addition, work clean the washing machine It also helps prolong the machine’s lifespan and minimize possible damage.
The best time to clean the washing machine is about every 3 months for normal use, but if you use the washing machine with a higher frequency, the time to clean will be shortened to about 1 month. Additionally, you should clean at least about 6 hours before starting your next wash.
A small note during use is that you should open the door after washing for a while so that the air inside can escape, ensuring the washing drum is always dry.
2. Tools needed to clean front-loading/top-loading LG washing machine
LG front-load washing machine cleaning tool
Currently, washing drum cleaning products have been greatly improved with all price ranges, so you can completely toilet LG front-loading washing machine or horizontal door at home easily. You will easily find and buy washing machine cleaning tablets, washing machine cleaning liquid or use available items such as baking soda, chlorine, vinegar, javen water,… to clean the washing drum.
3. How to clean LG washing machine with bleach tablets/automatic mode
Most lines LG washing machine Modern washing machines all have a built-in drum cleaning feature to help users quickly clean the washing drum at home. With Tub Clean washing machine mode LG You don’t need to spend a lot of time or money like manual cleaning, very suitable for busy people or families with only women. Button pressing operations Clean LG washing machine automatically you need to do the following:
3.1 Clean the LG automatic front-load washing machine
With this automatic cleaning feature, you won’t need to worry how to remove LG washing machine with front door or complex operations, women can also perform them themselves:
Step 1: Remove all remaining clothes and items inside the washing drum
Step 2: Select warm/hot water washing mode to increase cleaning efficiency of front-loading LG washing machine. If the machine does not have this mode, you can use regular cold water.
Clean the washing machine with bleach tablets
Step 3: Put the washing machine detergent tablet directly into the washing drum. Normally, washing machines weighing over 7kg will use 2 tablets, while washing machines weighing 7kg or less will use 1 tablet. In this step, you can use cleaning powder, washing machine detergent, etc. instead. However, be careful not to pour it into the detergent/detergent compartment.
Step 4: Start the LG front-load washing machine. Press and hold the Rinse and Spin buttons for about 3 seconds. If the LG washing machine’s Tub Clean mode is available, you can select it directly. LG washing machine Tub Clean mode
Step 5: Select Start/Pause to activate the cleaning cycle
Step 6: Stop the machine with the Start/Pause button before draining the water and soaking for about 2-3 more hours. Then, restart the machine to continue the discharge cycle
Step 7: Use a soft towel again and dry the entire washing drum, compartment parts, machine door, exhaust pipe, etc. And open the washing machine door for about 1 hour to let it dry.
Step 1: Take out all items and clothes inside the washing drum
Step 2: Put washing machine detergent tablets or detergent powder directly into the washing drum. Start the machine. Add about ⅓ of water into the washing drum and soak for about 5-10 minutes
Step 3: Start the machine. Then press the Rinse and Spin buttons simultaneously for about 3 seconds.
How to clean LG top-load washing machine
Step 4: Click Start/Pause to activate automatic cleaning mode. After cleaning, use a soft cloth and wipe the parts briefly, and open the washing machine door to let out remaining steam.
4. How to clean LG washing machine manually
Although the cleaning method is by How to press the cleaning button on LG washing machine will help save time and effort, but cleaning results are not guaranteed. Therefore, if you have time, you can clean it by disassembling the LG front-loading/top-loading washing machine as follows:
Step 1: Clean the water source filter
Clean the LG washing machine inlet water filter
First, you need to turn off the water supply valve to the washing machine. Then remove the water pipe, you will see a small mesh to filter sediment before putting it into the machine, use a brush to clean the mesh and then reinstall it as before.
Step 2: Clean the drain filter
How to remove the drain filter of a front-load LG washing machine
Normally, the drain filter is located near the base of the washing machine. First, you need to drain all remaining water in the drain pipe. Next, turn the filter to the left and you will see sediment and trash. You can use your hands to remove all the trash, then use a soft cloth to wipe the parts clean.
Step 3: Clean the detergent tray After a period of use, the towel containing the detergent will appear white residue, remaining detergent. If not cleaned thoroughly, it will cause itching and skin allergies, etc. How to clean LG washing machine This step is quite simple, you can spray water directly to wash. In case the residue is hard, disassemble the container to make it easier to clean with a brush.
Step 4: Clean the washing drum. For a machine with a cleaning mode, follow section 2. In case the machine does not have a cleaning mode, follow the instructions to disassemble the LG front-load washing machine or how to disassemble and clean the LG top-load washing machine as follows: – Method 1: Use baking soda, washing machine detergent: Dissolve baking soda with water into a slightly thick mixture. Use a soft towel and dip it in the mixture and then scrub directly inside the washing machine drum. – Method 2: Use a mixture of vinegar and lemon: For top-load washing machines, add hot water pre-heated outside directly into the washing drum. Then add a mixture of 3-4 cups of white vinegar, lemon and ½ cup of baking soda dissolved together. For front-load washing machines, you add the mixture directly and choose the soak mode for 30-60 minutes. Then, drain all the water and use a soft cloth to wipe the washing drum.
Step 5: Clean the outer shell of the washing machine. Use a soft cloth dipped in warm water and wring it dry, then use it to wipe the entire outer surface of the machine.
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