How To Clean Out Washer And Dryer

Cleaning a top loader washing machine is a little more involved than cleaning a front loader.

How to clean out washer and dryer. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. For more tips including how to clean the outside of your washer and dryer read on. Thoroughly clean lint trap remove your lint screen and set it aside then completely turn off your dryer and open the dryer door. However it s very important to clean your dryer because dirty dryers can lead to fiery dryers.

Using a vacuum crevice tool or dryer cleaning brush carefully clean the interior and exterior of the lint trap as well as the moisture sensor strips on the outside of the lint trap. Repeat these steps monthly. Lint is flammable stuff and if it touches a heating coil well you know what happens. Make sure the drum is empty.

Dry all the surfaces with a clean dry cloth. Set the washer to the hottest longest setting. For stubborn grime use an all purpose cleaner. Let the washer fill completely then stop it and let it soak.

Clean the area between the washer and dryer if the area is exposed. Use both a dryer cleaning brush and a nozzle attachment on your vacuum cleaner that will fit inside where the lint trap sits to brush and suck out any dirt or lint that is stuck inside. You can do this every 6 12 months depending on usage. Then remove the lint filter and vacuum out as much lint as possible.

How to clean a dryer. Finally clean the exterior of the washer top front and sides by wiping it down with a solution of chlorine bleach and hot water. With a cloth wipe the inside of the dryer drum with vinegar or a mild detergent. Then sprinkle a half cup of baking soda inside the drum.

How to clean a top loader. Finally detach the dryer lint duct and vacuum that out as well. This is especially true with your dryer because it gets hot and could ignite a fire if there is a lot of lint or dust underneath. If your front loader doesn t have a clean cycle or is smelly clean the soap dispenser gasket and door glass as noted above.

Dry it off with a clean rag or paper towel. Add four cups of bleach. Washers and dryers are heavy and cumbersome so it is natural to avoid moving them to clean the floor underneath. And check out our expert washer and dryer buying guide.

Clean the exterior of the washer. Lift a top loading washing machine s lid and wipe the underside with the damp rag.