The washing machine doesn't wash clothes well.
There are many situations where a washing machine doesn't wash clothes properly. The most common examples are, firstly, when the washing machine was washing well and then suddenly starts washing poorly; secondly, when the machine gradually starts washing worse and worse; and finally, when you buy a new machine, but it's washing incredibly poorly. Any of these situations can have a number of causes, each of which has the same result—poorly washed laundry. Let's try to understand the causes of the problem and identify solutions.
Powder or water?
The most common reasons why a washing machine isn't cleaning clothes properly are either the detergent or the water. If you've just connected your washing machine to the water supply (for example, after moving into a new house) and you're unsure about the water quality, do a test run by washing some unwanted items. Rust stains and dirt on clothes can all be the result of poor water quality.
Even if you are sure that your water supply is good quality and your machine has been washing well in the past, this does not mean that it will always be this way. It's enough that the neighbors two floors below replace the cold water riser, and rust will flow through the pipes along with the water, which will ruin your laundry. A good solution to the problem could be Washing machine water filtersThey will clean the water entering the machine and prevent dirt from getting on the laundry and damaging the equipment.
Much is said and written about laundry detergents, yet people still try to save a few tens of dollars by buying cheap, low-quality detergents. Ultimately, a low-quality detergent ruins things, turning white pants blue, for example. Perhaps we're exaggerating; fortunately, most people aren't that stupid and use decent detergents. But even in this situation, there's no guarantee you won't buy a counterfeit that will ruin your clothes.
Our advice: If you suspect your laundry detergent is the cause of poor washing results, try rinsing the detergent drawer and using a different detergent, then wash your clothes. If the washing results are satisfactory, then the detergent was indeed the culprit.
The breakdown is to blame
The situation can be much more serious if the poor wash results are caused by a hidden malfunction of the washing machine. Not all washing machine models are equipped with a high-quality self-diagnosis system for detecting malfunctions. For this reason, users become aware of serious problems only after the appliance has already damaged their clothes and caused both moral and material damage. The following problems typically reduce washing performance:
- failed heating element;
- stretched drive belt;
- worn bearings.
Important! The above malfunctions have signs that can be detected even if the washing machine itself doesn't malfunction or display a system error code.
So, if you're taking laundry out of the washing machine drum that's clearly cold and unwashed, and the door sweats during the wash and rinse cycles, it's likely that you're washing in cold water. First of all, you need to check the heating element of the washing machineIf the machine doesn't heat the water, it won't wash clothes properly. This problem can be solved:
- replacement of the heating element;
- replacing the heating element sensor;
- replacing the control triac.
Washing performance can gradually deteriorate due to a stretched drive belt. If you have a modern washing machine with a direct drive, this information is not relevant to you. Well, if your washing machine is driven by a belt, you will have to remove the back of the machine, remove the old belt and install a new one. You can read about the best way to do this yourself in the article. How to change a washing machine belt – video.
To determine if the belt is the problem, observe the washing machine. Specifically, how it rotates the drum during the wash and spin cycles. A stretched belt will cause the drum speed to be unstable and may suddenly drop. This will cause the spin and wash cycles to run at low speeds, which will affect wash quality.
Washing machines that have been in use for more than five years can often experience more serious problems related to the drum mechanism. One of the most annoying problems is bearing failure. When bearings fail, the drum begins to knock and squeak as it rotates, and the more severe the damage, the more horrific the noise will be. As a result, the drum will not rotate at the speed required for a high-quality wash, and the machine will stop cleaning clothes effectively.
In this case, you can't delay the repair; the longer you delay solving the problem, the more expensive the repair will be. replacing washing machine bearings It's best to hire a professional, but you can do the job yourself after carefully reading our website's article on the topic.
Dirt has accumulated
Dirt, mold, and scale are the bane of washing machines. The interior of a washing machine is damp and warm, creating ideal conditions for mold growth. Over time, if left untreated, the mold will grow so much that traces of it will remain on the clothes you put in the washing machine. The machine will stop washing clothes and instead dirty them. It's clear why this happens, but what can you do?
- Remove dirty laundry from the washing machine drum;
- Remove the powder tray and rinse it to remove any dirt;
- Unscrew the debris filter and clean it.
- Purchase a special cleaning product for washing machines, add it to the detergent dispenser, and then run a hot water wash cycle without adding any laundry to the drum and turning off the spin cycle.
- If the machine is heavily coated with mold and limescale, you'll need to repeat the procedure two or even three times. This will improve the washing results.
Please note! Specialized washing machine cleaning products will remove a wide variety of dirt and mineral deposits from your "home helper," but in the most severe cases, manual cleaning may be necessary.
Features of the technique
Modern washing machines boast dozens of different programs and functions, allowing them to flawlessly wash items made from a variety of fabrics, even problematic ones. However, users, often unwilling to read the voluminous instructions, begin to learn their new washing machine by trial and error, and, of course, make mistakes when selecting a wash cycle or activating a particular function.
Then come angry calls to store salespeople and service center visits asking why the machine isn't washing certain items, and suggesting a manufacturing defect. It's important to understand that any machine has its own unique operating characteristics, especially complex electronically controlled machines. Before plugging such equipment into a power outlet, you must carefully read the operating instructions before taking any action.
So, why isn't your washing machine cleaning your favorite item, and why is the overall wash quality so poor? To answer this question, you'll have to use logic and consider a multitude of potential causes until you find the true reason. The information in this article will help. Good luck!
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I use Indesit and haven't encountered this. If something isn't cleaning well, try switching detergents.
I use a new BEKO washing machine, only four months old. It doesn't remove even the simplest stains well. I use Ariel detergent.
Same thing, it feels like it only rinses, not washes. What did you end up doing? We bought it recently. It's less than a year old.
Also, don't throw too many items in the washing machine or cram them too tightly. This will also result in poor cleaning results.
Washing machines these days are generally terrible at washing because of their "smart technology" and drum speed, especially those with inverter motors. They're well-promoted, but in reality...
In fact, the old machine washed better.
The machine is new, the powders are good - I even soak it with soap, but the quality is still so-so.
My new Zanussi machine turned my whites gray. Changing the detergent didn't help. I'm shocked. What should I do?!
We bought a new LG, it's not even a month old yet. It cleans terribly. My semi-automatic is 100 times better. The detergent is expensive, and so is the machine itself. It cleans poorly. I'm very upset. It's a shame, a waste of money.