How to clean the filter in the washing machine: instructions, video

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Damage to washing machines often occurs as a result of problems with the drain and water system. To prevent this, clean the filter regularly. How to do this can be found in the article. At the same time, it is worthwhile to completely protect yourself by doing all the preparatory steps.

Content:

  1. When is it worth cleaning the filter of the washing machine?
  2. Preparations for cleaning the filter
  3. Filter Cleaning Instructions (video)
  4. What can happen when cleaning the filter?

When is it worth cleaning the filter of the washing machine?

Cleaning the filter is one of the most important procedures for caring for the washing machine, which should be carried out 1-2 times every few months to prevent the following breakdowns:

  • Blocking all functions, as a result of which the washing machine stops fulfilling the set preset parameters for its operation.
  • Difficult draining of the liquid, a significant slowdown in its speed or complete cessation.
  • Instant system shutdown during the transition to the "Spin" mode (see also - why the washing machine does not wring out the laundry).
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  • Failure to perform the Rinse function.

Read more about the breakdowns of washing machines, we wrote here.

Unscheduled cleaning of the filter will be necessary in the event of a blockage in the washing machine. Typically, such violations are associated with the ingress of small parts, for example, toothpicks, toys, fasteners and other parts of the bra, decorative items, coins.

All of the above items are related to mechanical clogging, and in case of aesthetic clogging, hair, parts of animal hair, cotton wool or fluff, lint and thread from clothes often get into the washing machine.

Garbage from the washing machine filter

Preparations for cleaning the filter

To begin with, for the purpose of safety and guarantee that the process of cleaning the filter will pass without unnecessary problems, it is required:

  1. Turn off the source of water to the washing machine.
  2. Disconnect from the outlet all the wires connecting the washing machine with the electrician.
  3. For a fifteen-minute period of time, wait until her devices are exactly in the off state. This is due to the fact that in some models of washing machines there are special units that are not able to instantly disconnect power from other appliance wires.

Filter Cleaning Instructions (video)

The filter is cleaned in the following order:

  • Disconnect the drain hose from the sewer. In this case, the nut must be rotated clockwise.
  • Drain all water that remains inside the hose. In order to do this, take some container and put a hose in it, having waited until the water flows out of it completely.
  • Use the instructions for the washing machine to find the location of the water filter plug. Most manufacturers of washing machines will stir it precisely from the front side in the lower part behind the plastic false panel. In this case, it is necessary to remove the entire bottom panel (it is attached to the grooves, so you just need to gently pull the panel towards you). But there are models where on the bottom panel there is a door, opening which you will find a filter:
Washing machine filter
  • Unscrew the filter and clean it of excess objects, pieces of scale and debris. If scale forms on it, then the following solution will help - add water to a small basin and dissolve 50 g of lemon. Dip the filter into the product for 6-8 hours. He cleaned not only of scale, but also any dirt.
  • Rinse the filter in water.
  • Look into the pipe, lighting with a flashlight, and if extra objects are found, remove.
  • Return the filter to its place and install a decorative panel if present.

Important! If the lid is opened, the rest of the water that cannot be drained by the machine will spill onto the floor. To do this, it is worth carrying a rag in advance. Having given it the shape of a roller, put it in the place where the filter is.

To visually see how to clean the filter, we recommend that you run the following video instruction:

What can happen when cleaning the filter?

Elements of some washing machines can be fixed both with a thread and with a locking screw. Before unscrewing the filter hole, this must be done with a screw. It needs to be twisted smoothly so as not to break, but if nothing can be done, and it does not give in to pressure, it is advisable to twist it in the area where the pumps are located.

But this method will also be ineffective if there is a noticeable scale on the thread. In this situation, there are two options for the exit - to unscrew the screw using special tools in order to then insert a new filter or replace the screw with the cochlea.

Damage to the washing machine is most often associated with its constant blockages in the drainage area, resulting in malfunctions in the water filtration system. By cleaning the filter regularly, you can protect the unit from such effects.

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