Modern life is hard to imagine without a lot of helpers. And one of these electronic assistants is automatic washing machines. They help in everyday life and save a person's time. But at the same time they require care. Without care, washing machines are characterized by the appearance of unpleasant odors and the accumulation of dirt on the drum and internal parts, so cleaning the drum in a washing machine is a relevant topic for everyone who has it.
The main causes of dirt getting into the car
Large particles of dust, dirt, sand and other fractions enter the machine, of course, with clothes that are washed with shoes or other things. And plaque and scale are formed from hard water or poor-quality laundry detergent.
Leaving wet or dirty laundry in the drum for a long time provokes the formation of mold and can create favorable conditions for the development of fungus. The appearance of rust on metal parts is not excluded.
Washing special clothes: mechanics, cooks, work clothes for a summer residence or a garden, children's sports uniforms can leave deposits on the drum in the form of oil stains, metal chips, sand and other large fragments.
Before washing such clothes, it is advisable to shake them out, turn them inside out, pre-soak and rinse in order to avoid the accumulation of dirt and precipitation inside the machine and extend its service life.
Especially rinse shoes thoroughly before the washing process, because a significant number of large fractions of earth and sand accumulate on it, which are difficult to wash out of the machine.
The cause of the appearance of dirt can also be poor-quality water. Especially after carrying out all sorts of tests on the water supply or in the old housing stock. In such situations, it is better to install additional filters, in addition to those already provided for by the design of the "machine". In addition to rust, filters will help if the water is very hard.
Do not wash damaged ones, since the threads can also accumulate in the drum and will be a favorable environment for the life of all kinds of microorganisms. You should also check the pockets of clothing for metal products, paper clips, money, buttons and other small things that lead to a breakdown of the machine.
If sediment, dirt, mold and an unpleasant smell have already “wound up” in the machine, then the drum cleaning function is vital.
What is dangerous "dirty" drum
Contaminants that enter the machine are not completely washed out during the washing process, the resulting mold and fungus can become, in addition to a relatively “harmless” unpleasant smell, the cause of allergies or other diseases that are dangerous to humans. The accumulated dirt settles on the linen that is washed again, and not only white things suffer from this.
Cleaning function: features of work
Modern models have a cleaning function.The pioneer in the use of such functionality was the Korean company Samsung. Cleaning the eco samsung drum how to use it will tell you the operating manual of the "machine". But, as a rule, there are general steps to enable cleaning.
The washing machine drum cleaning function includes a full cycle of work that the machine runs without laundry. To start it, you need to free the drum, check the filter and drain hose connection for blockages and turn on the cleaning function.
The frequency of cleaning is determined by the manufacturer or as the “machine” becomes dirty. You can use special tools recommended by the manufacturer for this procedure. Whatever products are used, it is important to remember that intensive or repeated rinsing is necessary to completely remove the applied product.
When there are no special tools at home, and you need to clean the drum urgently, you can use an arsenal of home remedies. Citric acid can help with cleaning. 100-150 g of acids are poured into the powder compartment and a full intensive wash cycle is started. Such a tool can be used once or twice, but not more often, because this may adversely affect the components of the mechanism.
can be used for this purpose and 9% acetic acid solution or "Whiteness", which again is suitable in emergency situations.
Cleaning the eco samsung drum prolongs the life of the “machine” and helps the hostess determine the time when this function should be used. As a rule, such cleaning should be carried out at least two or three times a year. However, it all depends on the frequency of work. With intensive washing, it is possible to turn it on every few months.
This type of cleaning of the “machine” will not save you from scale.To do this, you need to carry out a separate cleaning. To prevent the formation of scale, it is possible to use water softeners. But alkaline compounds can adversely affect rubber parts.
It is better to wash fleecy and delicate fabrics in special covers to avoid getting fabric pile on the heating element. This may cause it to burn out.
After each wash, do not forget about the need to ventilate and wipe all accessible parts of the machine: rubber seal, door, drum.
Benefits of the samsung eco bubble function
Samsung has pioneered not only in the introduction of assistive features in the washing machine, but also in the application of new technologies in washing. One of such technologies is eco bubble.
Eco bubble, what is it? This is a system that provides for the enrichment of water with oxygen, by intensive formation of bubbles and using them as an additional tool in the washing process. The use of such a system allows better separation of contaminants from fabrics and surfaces, heats water to minimum temperatures, and thereby saves on energy consumption and exposes the things to be washed to a lesser extent.
With the use of eco bubbles, you can wash both in cold water and in water with a minimum heating temperature of 15C, which is important for things that require a delicate approach. It also allows you to better dissolve washing powder or detergent in water and rinse it better.
Effective drum cleaning methods
Cleaning the drum in a Samsung washing machine from dirt can be done in at least two ways. The first is the use of special cleaners or detergents for the machine in a full cycle with a maximum temperature.
The choice of means should not diverge from the manufacturer's recommendations, since the use of other means may affect the condition of the internal parts of the machine: drum, rubber seal, etc.
The second option is to use the cleaning function offered by the manufacturer in the machine itself.
How to start the drum cleaning function
Eco function implies minimal energy consumption, as well as environmental friendliness when cleaning mechanisms. The icon on the display of the “machine” in the form of a drum with an asterisk or another icon will tell you about its need. This does not mean that there is a breakdown in the machine, but it indicates the need for cleaning.
It does not require any additional investments, you need to turn on the machine and set the function, the cleaning temperature is about 70 degrees.
If there is no time or opportunity to clean up right away, it can be postponed, but you should not delay the execution.
