Washing Machine Maintenance Guide
Washing machines can quickly become clogged up with undissolved detergent, limescale and fluff from dirty laundry.
By following these simple maintenance steps regularly, you can extend the lifetime of your appliance and keep it fully operational and cleaning well.
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After Every Use
Washer/Dryers: Leave the door slightly ajar
This prevents stale odours from forming in the machine.
Every Month
Inspect & Clean Detergent Tray
Clean Door Glass
Test Door Seal
Operate Hose Taps
Flush and clean the machine
Put the machine on a hot cycle using Limescale and detergent remover or normal washing machine detergent but no clothes.
Every 6 Months
Clean Lint Filter
Empty Catchpot
Examine Inlet Hose Connections
Moving your Washing Machine
Some maintenance tasks require you to move your washing machine to access inlet hoses and other areas at the back of the machine. The door opening is the safest place to hold the machine when you want to move it.
First tilt the appliance backwards and slide a piece of hardboard underneath to protect the floor. Drag it away from the wall, making sure your fingers are wrapped around the inside edge of the shell. Take care not to dislodge the water inlet if it comes through the top of the door seal.