Keep Your Dryer & Washer in Optimum Condition
With just a little maintenance, you can keep your washer and dryer in great condition for years to come.
Washers and dryers are expensive appliances and mistreatment could make them cost even more in repairs and replacement. Here are a few tips to keeping them running smooth.
Before and After Routines
- Before every dryer load, make sure to clean out the lint trap.
- After every washer load, make sure to open the door to let the machine dry out. This will prevent rust and mold.
- Before every load, ensure that your machines are level and stable.
- During every load, make sure you use the right type of detergent in the correct dose.
- After every load, remove clothes immediately to prevent mold and mildew.
Every Month Routines
- Clean washer and dryer drums and gaskets with a 50/50 water and vinegar solution.
- Clean the filter for the drain pump on your washer.
- Check the dryer exhaust vent for obstructions or breaks in the line.
- Do an overall check on the machines for any damage such as cracks, bulges, or leaks.
Three Month Routines
- Clean the dryer lint catcher with detergent to remove residue that can block airflow.
Yearly Routines
- Take out the whole exhaust line for your dryer and clean it out to reduce the risk of starting a dryer fire.
Important Tips
- You can decrease the chance of a fire by replacing vinyl exhaust lines with metal ducts.
- You can reduce the risk of burst lines or hoses by replacing rubber lines with metal ones.
- You can prevent rust by covering scratches in the exterior of your machines with paint.
If you are ever in doubt consult your owner’s manual or contact a professional technician at All Area Appliance Repair for appliance repairs and maintenance.