How to care for your washing machine
- Inspect the hoses
- Don’t overload it
- Use the appropriate amount of detergent
- Clean out the fabric softener dispenser
- Clean the inside once monthly
- Keep it level
How to care for your dryer
- Empty the lint trap after every load
- Remove and wash the lint trap on a yearly basis or as needed
- Unplug your dryer from the electrical socket to prevent yourself from getting shocked during the remaining cleaning procedures
- Vacuum the inside of the lint trap section using a small attachment to remove stray lint or clumps of lint
- Move your dryer far enough away from the wall to allow space needed for cleaning the wall and floor behind your dryer
- Remove or detach the vent piping or hose that connects your dryer to the wall
- Vacuum the inside of the pipe or hose with a small attachment to remove any existing lint or other debris
- Vacuum or use a moist rag on the wall and floor behind your dryer to clean any stray lint, dust, and other debris
- Walk outside of your home and locate your outside dryer vent
- Remove any existing lint or other debris from your outside vent