Common mistakes that cause washing machines to fail quickly

Using washing tablets for too few clothes

Laundry tablets are always considered extremely convenient for many types of washing machines when only one tablet covers the right amount of detergent for your clothes. However, it should be noted that this one tablet is designed for at least a sufficient amount of laundry for the eyes to wash. That means using too little laundry detergent will harm both the clothes and the washing machine. This is because it can form excess deposits inside the washing machine and easily damage the motors inside.

Do not allow the washing machine to circulate air

Most of us have the habit of closing the door of the washing machine right after taking our clothes out, but in reality, this is not the right thing to do. This increases the humidity of the washing machine, creating a perfect environment for mold and bacteria to grow right inside the drum. Therefore, the best way is to open the washing machine door for 15-20 minutes. You can even wipe the surface of the washing machine with a dry cloth to help the drum dry better.

Use washing powder instead of liquid

In fact, laundry detergent is more suitable when you need to remove “stubborn” stains from clothes. However, for the washing surface, the liquid form will be the better choice. Liquids help “dilute” stains better, and also leave less marks on clothes. Best of all, laundry detergent is safer for washing machines thanks to its better dissolving properties than powder form. Long-term use of washing powder can clog the washing machine system.

Pour detergent directly onto clothes

The washing machine is designed with a separate hose for you to pour the detergent on, this is because the device will pour the detergent on its own at the right time. Pouring directly on clothes can cause this sequence to be disrupted, preventing the detergent from fully dissolving.

Using fabric softener too often

The advantage of using fabric softener is to create fragrance and softness for clothes. However, regular use of fabric softener can make the washing machine dirty more easily. This is because fabric softener contributes to mold growth in the drum, causing blockages in the washing machine and pipes.

Not using the required amount of detergent

Using too little detergent prevents clothes from being washed properly. This also means that you need to wash more often and shorten the life of the washing machine.

Do not remove hair from clothes before washing

If your clothes are contaminated with animal hair, you need to remove them before putting them in the washing machine. Too much hair that accumulates in clumps during washing can clog the drainage system and even lead to broken pipes. Therefore, to avoid these unnecessary hassles and costs, you should spend a few minutes brushing your clothes before putting them in the washing machine.

Leaving wet clothes in the washing machine for too long

As noted above, damp is the perfect environment for mold to grow. Therefore, leaving clothes wet for too long before washing will easily make your washing machine more bacteria. To reduce this situation, you can hang clothes to dry before you start washing, or wash clothes immediately when they are wet.

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