Bleach or vinegar (never mix the two) aregood DIY cleaning solutions.
Remember to clean the detergent dispensers; they can easily get clogged, so clean them once a month.
Here are a few simple steps to clean your top-load washing machine.
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Warning
Do not add the distilled white vinegar with the chlorine bleach.
The combination of products can produce toxic chlorine gas, which is dangerous in small amounts.
That way, mildew won’t form inside the drum.
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It’s a good idea to move the washer and check the floors and walls for odor-causing leaks.
The averagelifespanof a top-loading washing machine is about 14 years if it is cared for and maintained properly.
Dangers of Mixing Bleach with Cleaners.Washington State Department of Health.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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