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• Method 2 of 3: Cleaning the Top Loading Machine
• Method 3 of 3: Keeping the Machine Clean
• Tips

1 Fill the machine with hot water. In newer models of front-loading machines, there is a self-cleaning mode, if you have such a machine, then fill it with water in this mode. If you do not have such a cycle, then simply pour hot water into it.

2 Add a liter of bleach to remove stains. If there are stains on the insides of your car, bleach will help you. Add it through the detergent dispenser to make the machine mix with hot water and finish the cycle.

3 Clean the rubber gasket on the door. Mold is common in this area as water can become trapped between the folds of the pad. Use an all-purpose cleaner and a sponge or paper towel to thoroughly clean the rubber pad and surrounding area.

4 Empty the detergent drawer. Make sure there is no hair or other dirt in the tray. Wash the tray where you put your laundry detergent or liquid detergent with a vinegar solution or all-purpose cleaner and a sponge.

Method 2 of 3: Cleaning the Top Loading Machine

1. 1 Fill the machine with hot water. The easiest way to do this is to start a hot wash cycle and interrupt it as soon as the machine is full. You can also heat the water in the kitchen and put it in the machine.
2. 2 Add 1 liter of chlorine bleach. Run the wash cycle briefly to mix the bleach with the water, then turn it off and let it sit for at least an hour. This will remove dirt, mold and other substances from the interior of the machine.
   • If you don't want to use bleach, you can use a special washing machine cleaner. You can purchase it at the grocery store under the detergents section.
   • As a natural alternative, you can use a quart of white vinegar instead of bleach or cleaner.
3. 3 Finish the wash cycle. After an hour, restart the wash cycle. At this point, the insides of the machine are sanitized.
   • If the machine smells like bleach at the end of the cycle, pour hot water into it and add a liter of vinegar. Leave it on for an hour and then start the wash cycle again.
4. 4 Empty the detergent drawer. Wash the tray where you are placing the laundry detergent or liquid detergent with a vinegar solution and a sponge. Dirt, hair and other contaminants tend to accumulate there, so it is also important to keep these parts of the machine clean.

Method 3 of 3: Keeping the Machine Clean

1. 1 Take out wet clothes immediately. Leaving wet clothes in the car even for several hours can lead to mold and mildew, which will affect the smell of the clothes and the functionality of the machine. Transfer wet clothes to a dryer or hang them on a string immediately after completing a cycle.
2. 2 Leave the machine open after washing. By closing the washer door immediately after completing a cycle, you seal off moisture and create an ideal environment for mold and mildew to grow. To prevent this from happening, leave the door open and let the remaining water evaporate.
3. 3 The machine components must be dry. If the machine has a detergent drawer that gets wet during washing, remove it to dry immediately after the cycle ends. Replace it only if it is completely dry.
4. 4 Do a deep cleaning once a month. Daily maintenance prevents mildew, but it is also important to deep clean about once a month. Use one of the above methods to keep it clean, smell good, and perform efficiently for years to come.

Tips

• To support our ecosystem, use phosphate-free soaps and cleaners.