How to properly clean the filter of a washing machine
The filter plays an important role in the normal operation of the washing machine, and when it gets clogged, it can lead to an unpleasant outcome - from problems in the operation of the washing machine to its failure.
A filter that is not cleaned in time can cause the technician not to drain the water, and an unpleasant odor will appear.
As practice shows, most owners of washing machines simply do not know how to clean the drain filter. Some immediately call the foreman, pay a tidy sum, although they could do simple work on their own.
Others take an even more rash act of trying to clean the filter without even knowing where to start. Needless to say, such arrogance can lead to very unpleasant consequences.
Want to know how to clean your washing machine filter without the help of a professional?
Then right now we will give a step-by-step master class.
It will not be useless to find instructions for your brand of car.
How often this stage is ignored - and completely in vain, because the design of a washing machine from one company can differ significantly from another. Therefore, before proceeding with the direct cleaning of the filter, it will not be superfluous to familiarize yourself with the operating instructions for the washing machine. Particular attention should be paid to the section in which
we are talking about working with a filter.
Slightly raise the edge of the washing machine, take a container for collecting water (plastic box, bowl, etc.) and a few rags for the floor. This is very important, because at this moment there may be 1 - 2 liters of water in the washing machine, which will surely flood your neighbors if you ignore this stage.
Disconnecting the washing machine from electricity, turning off the water supply.
An important point: you should not immediately go to step 4, because some models of washing machines can be disconnected from electricity after 15 or even 20 minutes.
Open the bezel or remove it. This panel is located on the front of the washing machine in the lower right corner. In 99% of cases, it is in this area that the filter is located, which should be cleaned.
In order to drain the remaining water, disconnect the emergency drain hose.
We unscrew the filter of the washing machine. We do everything carefully and slowly, as sudden movements can lead to its breakdown. If the filter gets stuck in the slot, you will need to make an effort, just do not overdo it. Unscrew the filter counterclockwise until you remove it from the slot.
We clean the hole from debris and dirt. Hair, pins, coins and other small items can be easily removed with an ordinary kitchen sponge.
We carry out all the above steps in reverse order: insert the filter back into the slot, twist it clockwise, install the drain hose and close the bezel, turn on the electricity and water supply.
And finally, some useful tips that will save the washing machine filter from fast clogging:
- Clean the filter of the washing machine at least once every three months.
- Do not leave the washed items in the washing machine for a long time to prevent mold and mildew from growing, clogging the filter and impairing the performance of the washing machine.
- The clogging of the filter is determined by the following criteria: the duration of washing has significantly increased, the powder is not easily washed off, the washing machine takes up water for a long time.
Have you noticed these signs? It's time to clean the filter.
Important
In many brands of washing machines, the instructions for cleaning the filter are identical.
Here are examples of several firms:
How to properly clean your Samsung washing machine filter
How to properly clean your LG washing machine filter
How to properly clean the filter of the BOSCH washing machine
