Cleaning the drum in a washing machine LG

In the process of long-term operation of the washing machine, especially in a large family, where the device is used very often, the drum does not always manage to dry out. As a result, there is a need to clean it not only from dirt, but also from mold, as a wet and dirty drum becomes an ideal place for the development of bacteria and fungi. Some models have a drum cleaning system. Today, we will acquaint you with these models and tell you how the LG washing machine drum is being cleaned, what tools are used.

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The main causes of dirt entering the machine

Dirt and foreign objects fall not only in the drum, but also in various parts and elements of the washing machine.

The common causes of the

clogs Causes of contamination of the device can be both dirty laundry and poor quality water. For example, with dirty laundry, the machine can get:

• Sand.
• Particulate mud particles.
• Threads.
• Pile.
• Foreign objects from pockets( coins, pins, clips, etc.).

Important! Together with mud, on the walls of the drum, fat can settle, forming fertile soil for the reproduction of fungi of mold and various bacteria.

Simple preventive measures

To avoid contamination of the machine, the following rules must be observed:

1. Be sure to check the pockets of clothing before washing, remove all foreign objects from them.
2. Before washing, shake things off dirt and debris.
3. Wear delicate and damaged old things in a special bag to protect the machine parts from nap and thread.

Technical causes of tank contamination

However, even when observing all washing rules, it is very difficult to protect the device from scale, which settles not only on the inner walls of the drum, but also on the heating element.

Important! Scum can disable all movable parts of the stylalk.

The main reason for the incrustation is water containing metal salts. This water is also called "hard".Soften the low-quality water will help special compounds, which should be added before washing.

Important! The most common means are Calgon and Alfagon.

However, many experts believe that these drugs only harm the details of the machine, because the chemical compounds contained in them destroy the elements of the device over time.

Important! To ensure that household appliances have been used for many years, they did not become coated with scale, and cleaning of the LG washing machine drum was required as rarely as possible, experts recommend using special flow filters that improve the composition of the water at the inlet.

Conclusions

As you can see, there are several reasons for contamination of such equipment, but to protect the device from premature failure, the developers of home appliances equipped their devices with additional options. For example, LG models have a special function: cleaning the drum of a washing machine LG.This mode is designed to maintain the hygienic purity of not only the drum, but also all internal elements of the device.

Important! Regular use of the cycle "cleaning the LG drum" will prevent the appearance of unpleasant odors and ensures the cleanliness and freshness of your clothes.

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Cleaning the drum of the LG

washing machine A specially designed cycle helps to remove all insoluble substances - sand, fabric fibers, lint, deposited on the surface of the tank and drum after washing.

Important! Cleaning the drum of a washing machine is a mandatory procedure that must be carried out at least once a year. With the active use of technology, it is desirable to carry out the cleaning procedure more often. Only with proper use and careful care of the details of the machine will always sparkle with cleanliness, and washed clothes will exude a pleasant fragrance.

LG models have a special program for automatic cleaning of the drum. In such devices it is enough to activate this mode and wait for the program execution.

Important! This mode allows you to remove fat and mold from the walls of the drum, but does not remove scale deposits.

How to start the mode?

To start the program and clean the drum of the washing machine lg, proceed as follows:

1. Remove all clothing from the drum.
2. Close the door.
3. Press the "Power" button.
4. Simultaneously press and hold the buttons with a "*" symbol for 3 seconds. The display should show "tei".This is the cycle "Cleaning the drum".
5. Press the "Start" button to start the mode. The pre-wash indicator should light up on the panel.
6. Within 1 hour 35 minutes the device itself will clean the drum.
7. After shutdown, turn off the device.
8. Leave the door open to dry all internal parts of the device.

How the program works

The cycle "Cleaning the LG drum" is as follows:

1. First pre-cleaning.
2. The main cleaning takes place at a temperature of 60 degrees when the drum rotates at 150 rpm.
3. The rinse mode is started 2 times.
4. Spin.

Important! Manufacturers of LG technology do not recommend the use of any chemical products, including descaling agents and detergent powders, during the cleaning of household appliances. Otherwise - the possible excessive formation of foam will lead to leakage of the washing machine.

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Than to clean the automatic machine drum?

If your washing machine model does not have an automatic drum cleaning system, you can remove dirt and scale with folk remedies or special chemicals.

To begin with, try using folk remedies:

• Citric acid.
• Soda.
• Vinegar.

Consider the advantages and disadvantages of using these tools.

Citric Acid

Citric acid is the most common and most popular means for removing fat, mold and scale.

Important! For one cleaning procedure, 200 grams of dry citric acid powder is sufficient.

The main advantages of using citric acid:

• Low price.
• Availability.
• Safety for machine parts.
• Ability to clean in automatic mode.

Important! The disadvantage of the method is low efficiency in complex cases. If the drum machine has not been cleaned for many years, then it will be very difficult to clean the device elements from a thick layer of salts. In this case it is necessary to use citric acid several times in a row or use another, more effective drug.

Baking soda

Soda will help clean the drum walls of dirt, but the tank and the heating element with it can not be cleaned.

Important! For one procedure it is necessary to take 150 grams of the substance. Advantages of the method:

• Low price.
• Availability.
• Efficiency of cleaning the drum.
• Safety for machine parts.

Important! Disadvantages:

• It is necessary to clean the drum walls manually.
• Duration of the process - in order for soda to interact with pollution, a certain amount of time is required.

Use baking soda in this way:

1. Wet the drum walls lightly. Do not drench it with water.
2. Put a little money on the cloth.
3. Clean the drum walls manually.
4. Wait for 30 minutes - let the soda come into contact with the mud.
5. Completely remove any dirt with a cloth.

Vinegar

Concentrated acetic acid is used not only for cleaning the drum, but also for other parts of the device.

Important! For the procedure, dilute 50 ml of the drug in 150 ml of water. Do not dilute the vinegar essence can not be used. Advantages of the method:

• Effective cleaning of machine parts.
• Low price.
• The process takes place without the user's efforts.

Important! Disadvantages:

• Vinegar is very difficult to wash out of the tank and drum.
• The product damages the rubber parts of the machine.

Household chemical products in pollution control

To clean the drum of the washing machine from dirt and scale, you can use:

• "Whiteness" and other chlorine bleaches.
• Professional preparations.

Whiteness

Chlorine-based bleaches will effectively cope with any impurities.

Important! For one procedure, you need 250 grams of the drug.

Advantages of the method:

• Low price.
• Efficiency.
• No effort is required on the part of the person.

Cons of whiteness:

• Attacks rubber parts of the machine, including cuff and gaskets.
• Negatively affects human health. Chlorine bleach evaporates harmful substances that are unsafe, so use the drug very carefully, using protective equipment, in no case exceed the dose of the substance.

Important! Do not use chlorine bleach more than once a year, so as not to destroy the machine parts.

Special tool

German specialists have manufactured a special professional tool for cleaning the drum - Frisch Activ. With its help, you can clean the parts of the washing machine from scale and dirt at least every week.

The main advantages of the drug:

• High efficiency.
• No harm to machine parts.
• Cost-effective. One bottle of the drug is enough for about 10 cleanings.
• After use leaves a pleasant smell.

Important! One disadvantage is a rather high price.

How do I use washing machine cleaning agents?

Any product must be properly applied so that cleaning is effective and safe.

Use the citric acid, whiteness and vinegar as follows:

1. Pour the product into the drum.
2. Set the wash program( for 1 hour or more) with a temperature mode of at least 60 degrees.
3. After washing, rinse twice.
4. After the work is completed, leave the machine door open to dry all parts of the machine.

Use the professional Frisch activ tool as follows:

1. ½ pour the preparation cap into a cuvette for the powder.
2. ½ cap directly into the drum of the washing machine.
3. Start the washing cycle at high temperature( as high as possible).
4. Pause. Scale should be soaked in water with a remedy.
5. Start the rinse mode.

Important! The drum of the washing machine is an indicator that shows the degree of contamination of all parts of the device. If the scum is present on the walls of the drum, it means - inside the machine it is present in a considerable amount. Along with the drum, clean and other parts of the machine, in particular:

• Drain strainer( literally after each wash).
• Rubber cuff for the hatch. Remove moisture from the cuff after each wash.
• The inner surface of the tank, the pulley, and the heating element must be descaled with chemicals. In the most neglected cases, clean the parts manually, but for this the machine must be disassembled.

Regularly monitor household appliances, in time to clear it of dirt and scale, and then your assistant will be happy for a long time with fresh and clean linen, without demanding anything in return.