How To Clean A Top Load Washer Filter

If you have an older top loading washer your filter will also be in the bottom right hand corner of the machine.

How to clean a top load washer filter. Regular maintenance on washing machine. To clean the filter simply locate it most top loading washing machine filters are located near the agitator though if you aren t sure where yours is you can do a quick google search with the brand of washer you have pull it out pick the lint and grime off of it and rinse it under hot water rubbing away all the sediment. Cleaning the lint filter in your top loader washing machine to keep your clothes lint free. If your washing machine has a lint filter only some do make sure to clean it regularly as well.

We recommend cleaning the pump filter at least once a month or approximately 40 washes whichever is more frequent. The quickest way to clean out your filter is to remove it from the unit and soak it in hot water loosening any clog or trapped residue. This video covers hoover simpson westinghouse and fisher and pa. Turn off the washer.

A clogged filter limits the washing machine s efficiency and can also lead to more lint deposits on clothes as well as poor drainage. Front load washers only cleaning the drain pump filter is very important to keep your unit from leaking and performing in optimal performance. To keep your top load washing machine working at its full potential be sure to clean its filter by removing it from the washer and using a soft brush to clean off the build up from the filter. Top load washers do not have a pump filter.

However most top loading washers such as siemens have self cleaning filters located underneath the agitator. For front loading machines the filter will be in the bottom right corner on the outside of the washer. If you can remove the screen and let it soak in boiling water for 15 minutes before placing it back into the washer.