Cleaning the powder tray in the washing machine

In order for your washing machine to serve you as long as possible, at least for at least 7 years, you should follow simple recommendations, including how to wash the washing machine from powder, clean the rust tray, clean the powder container and get rid of the fungus.

Where is the powder tray and how to remove it

It is pointless to wash the machine without a “general cleaning” of the powder container, because if the hole is clogged, the wash will be without soapy water, and if the fungus develops, the clothes will also become dangerous.

Different "washers" have different designs. If the machine is with a horizontal load of laundry, the tray extends, is located on the front side or at the top. With vertical - on the lid itself.

There are usually three compartments. Using the example of the Indesit machine, the smallest one is designed for the final stage of washing and adds products such as air conditioner and rinse aids. Prewash has a marker - I, a compartment for the powder used in the main wash - II.

You need to remove it carefully, since there is a possibility of pulling out the compartment “with the root”. Therefore, if you are not sure of your “jewelry” abilities, it is better to call a specialist right away, if you have the skill, we will figure it out.

1. Read the instructions that come with the machine carefully.
2. Pull all the way to clear the powder compartment.
3. Find small teeth under the compartment itself that hold the compartment and prevent it from being pulled out.
4. Lubricate them with any oil.
5. Apply slight pressure to the top of the tray.
6. Continuing the action in paragraph 5, carefully pull out the tray.

Understand what we protect the machine from

The machine tends to get dirty, not only outside, but also inside. Therefore, it is sometimes recommended to clean it. From what?

• Dust, dirt - accumulates, because it is logical that we load dirty, dusty clothes into the machine. Such deposits are not completely washed out, but remain on the parts.
• Scale, remove from plastic which is also easy.
• Fungi, mold - the result of increased moisture, high temperature.

Tray mechanical cleaning

The dirtiest places in the car:

• tank;
• drain pipes;
• drain hose;

All of the above places can be cleaned only with the help of a wizard. It will be difficult to get to them on your own. The tray, unlike them, with careful, careful handling, can be removed independently to wash the powder tray in the washing machine.

In order to pull out the tray correctly, without harm to the machine, you need to understand how the mechanism works. Then it won't be difficult to do it.

Design 1

A tray with a tongue that blocks its removal. It also blocks access to the rinse aid. By pressing on the tongue itself, it can be easily removed.

Construction 2

At Indesit, Ariston, the tray attachment mechanisms are somewhat more complicated.

Cleaning of both structures is the same.

In case of light pollution, it is enough to simply rinse, after which, taking a brush or a soft brush, gently clean it.

We wash off all the cleaned dirt, we pass with a clean and soft cloth again. And after another rinse, wipe the tray dry. Then we fix it in place.

If the contamination is severe, soak it in hot water or soapy water before physical cleaning.

Chemical cleaning

In cases where it is not possible to wash the powder in the washing machine tray or remove plaque from the washing powder in the washing machine in the usual way, use the cleaning with the automatic machine itself.

You don't even need to remove the tray to do this, but the disadvantages include only minor cleaning. Strong pollution chemical cleaning will not fix.

For high-quality and safe cleaning, choose the right product:

• We take the required number of milliliters or grams.
• We fall asleep or pour first into a separate dispenser.
• Pour into a tray.
• We put on a mode suitable for 90-95 degrees without linen and clothes.
• After washing, put on the rinse.
• We open the machine and admire the cleanliness of the plastic tray.
• If the cleaning is not complete, after a couple of hours, repeat the procedure or try the physical method.

You can also resort to chemistry with manual cleaning. The principle is the same, with a difference only in soaking:

• We pour hot water.
• Using a measuring container, we measure the required amount of liquid.
• We pour into the basin.
• We drop the tray.
• We leave for 2-3 hours.
• We clean with a brush, a toothbrush or a soft household brush.
• Rinse, rinse with a rag.
• We do a general rinse.
• Wipe dry.
• We put it back in the machine.

Choosing the right cleaning chemicals

The stores offer a wide range of quality, specialized solutions and powders to choose from, suitable for our procedure.

Here are the main and most famous:

1. "Jonah" is a favorite tool for repairers of washing machines.
2. "Doctor TEN" Against bacteria "- will cope with minor pollution.
3. "Machine Ranger" from "Frish Active" - ​​copes with small pollution, additionally eliminates mold and plaque.
4. Korean tool Sandokkaebi is a cheap way to remove even the most severe pollution.
5. Antinakipin universal - domestic products.
6. Nagara - well helps to eliminate plaque from washing powder in the washing machine, as well as mold and fungi.
7. "Bork K8P" is a Korean high-quality drug that copes with any degree of pollution.

Of the more affordable preparations in which it is great to soak, can choose:

• "Domestos";
• "Silit gel";
• "Komet" or "Pemolux" liquid.

Folk remedies

Products suitable for soaking the tray in the basin:

• Vinegar is good for soaking dirt and plaque. To do this, it must be poured into a basin of warm water.
• Pour more soda into the tray. Add some water and mix with an old toothbrush. Then rinse well in water. Wipe dry.

Products that can be sprinkled or poured in chemical machine cleaning:

1. Citric acid will help replace the "chemistry", for this, pour it into the tray before washing and set it to 70-75 degrees. Then turn on rinse mode.
2. An excellent option would be to mix decalcifier, baking soda and citric acid. To do this, you need to fill everything in the tray, set the mode to 60-65 degrees and wait for the end. Then additionally rinse with a separate mode.

This is how you can clean the tray without even leaving your home.

"Conserve" the fungus

How to clean the powder tray in the washing machine and not remove the fungus - this is possible. To prevent this from happening, take the issue seriously, because the fungus can not only add an unpleasant smell, but also be dangerous both for the machine itself and for the laundry.

It is easy to recognize it - it is a black coating.

Chlorine or vinegar is good at preventing its reproduction. And to consolidate the result, buy a liquid to remove the fungus and treat it with all places that have black plaque.

In conclusion, preventive measures, such as cleaning the tray, will help to avoid more costly breakdowns. We told you how to carry out the procedure on your own, carefully and with minimal risks. And what method is suitable for your “assistant” is up to you. Take care of your machine!