How and why do you need to sort clothes before washing?
Why sort clothes before washing?
The first thing to do is find the label on the clothing. He will tell you how to wash this or that item. There is a reminder on the shirt on the inside left or near the collar. On the trousers - inside at the back. For example, some things shrink from hot water. Others can only be washed with bleach. This is what the label will tell you about.
Before you start using the washing machine, start the wash cycle and set aside items that say “hand wash” or “dry clean”. They cannot be washed in a machine.
Rules and methods for placing equipment
Bathroom and toilet
Washing machine in the bathroom
A common option is to install the machine in the bathroom. This is explained by the proximity of communications. If the room is not spacious enough, you can place the device directly under the sink. But there is an opinion that in conditions of high humidity, the parts of the washing machine wear out faster.
Some users manage to find a place for the machine in the toilet. As a rule, a bathroom is limited to an area of 1-2 square meters. Therefore, craftsmen have learned to install useful equipment above the toilet. This installation method requires some skill and involves some risks.
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The walls in the room and the podium must be strong and reliable. To ensure the stability of the system, it is also worth considering a vibration damper.
Kitchen
In terms of connecting to communications, another convenient option for installing a washing machine is the kitchen. This room is usually more spacious than the bathroom.
The possibility of fully or partially integrating equipment into a furniture set makes the task easier. But experts recommend placing the machine away from the stove to avoid exposure to high temperatures.
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Hallway
If there is no space for a washing machine in the bathroom and kitchen, you can put it in the hallway. The difficulty of installation in this situation lies in the remoteness of communications; they will have to be pulled into the corridor. The presence of a free niche in the room will allow you to hide the machine behind a furniture facade or decorative curtain, and will also muffle the loud sounds of the operating device.
SMA in the hallway
Non-residential premises equipped for laundry
Some apartments have a storage room, which can be turned into a laundry room if the necessary communications are installed. This room is isolated from the living space by a door, so the sounds of a running machine will not disturb the family. Here you can also make shelves for storing detergents and place a basket with dirty laundry.
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Large private houses are equipped with a heated basement. If it is possible to connect to water supply and sewerage, this room will become an excellent laundry room.
Turning on and starting the washing machine
How to turn on the washing machine correctly?
After you have sorted the items by color and weight, you can directly start using the washing machine. To do this, you need to turn it on. How to do this is always indicated in the instructions. We will also give some practical tips:
- Connect the machine to the sewer and pipeline.
- Check your drainage system to avoid flooding yourself or your neighbors.
- Press the power button on the control panel.
- Pour the powder into a special container or place the cap filled with liquid powder directly into the drum.
- Select a mode or manually adjust the temperature, spin, and wash time.
- Launch the selected settings.
What is the optimal washing temperature?
The right temperature for washing
Choosing the right temperature for washing depends on the fabric:
- Silk, wool and other delicate fabrics are washed at 30 degrees. Cold water takes better care of them and does not harm them.
- Bed linen and curtains can be washed at 30-40 degrees.
- Dirty children's clothes and towels can be placed at 40-60 degrees.
- They remove difficult stains and also disinfect linen and toys at a temperature of 95.
But before you choose the washing temperature manually, look at the label on the items; it has the optimal temperature at which the items will remain clean and not spoil.
Understanding the washing machine modes
How to choose the right mode when washing?
Set the washing mode on the control panel. Or it can be installed using a knob that needs to be turned and fixed to the desired program. For example, there is such a regulator if you use a Bosch washing machine.
Popular modes: “Cotton”, “Synthetics”, “Bulky items”, “Delicate”, “Baby clothes”, etc. I.e. By choosing any mode, you do not need to manually adjust the temperature, spin and washing time. Many housewives prefer quick wash, this is a mode in which things are washed in half an hour.
After selecting the program, all you have to do is start the washing machine. Let's take a closer look at some universal modes.
"Delicate"
Based on the name, it is clear that you need to use a washing machine with this mode for special things: thin, light fabrics. This mode simulates hand washing; the drum swings easily, with little impact on the fabric.
"Fast 30"
This mode is suitable if you need to refresh things or remove light dirt. Washing time is usually 30 minutes. At the same time you save energy, powder and water. In total, features of the mode:
- Choose it for rinsing things.
- Suitable for both colored and black clothes.
- Saves resources.
Selecting a location
When preparing to install the machine, first of all, it’s worth understanding the best place to put it. Based on this, it is worth taking appropriate measures.
When installing the machine in your own home, you can consider a place in the basement, provided that it is clean and dry. This location will protect you from excessive noise and vibrations.
You can also see a machine under the sink in various apartments. This is also the case, since the device itself can take up a lot of space, and under the sink the machine is not so noticeable. If you think this is the best option for you, then you should know that not all types of sinks are suitable for this.
In addition to the type of sink, it is also worth considering whether you want to place the machine directly on the floor or want to build a separate cabinet for it. One way or another, you should always remember that the surface under the machine must be flat.
Often in houses there are floors covered with laminate, and in private houses there is generally a wooden floor. Wooden floors are not suitable for a washing machine, since vibrations on such a surface negatively affect the machine itself.
However, the floor can be strengthened. To do this, you can build a small podium with a hard, flat surface. If you are unable to do this, then you can buy an anti-vibration mat and place it under the washing machine.
What powders and other products should I use?
How can you wash things in a washing machine?
How clean yours will be depends not only on the washing machine, but also on the powders you use. Our recommendations:
- Choose powders that are machine washable and also look at the type of fabric (indicated on the packaging).
- Wash white items with bleach powder. This will help not only get rid of dirt, but also return things to their original white color.
- On the contrary, wash colored items without bleach so that they do not lose their brightness.
- Between dry and liquid products, choose liquid ones, because... they contain more active substances and are easily removed from things.
- If a stain remains after washing, try bleach (for whites) and stain remover (for colors).
- To keep things soft after using the washing machine, add not only the powder, but also the rinse aid.
Connection to water supply
As a rule, all washing waters operate on cold water, but there are also those that require a hot supply. When the unit is installed, you need to make sure that there is an outlet for the machine. If there is no outlet, then you will have to make the tie-ins yourself.
To connect to the water supply you will need several parts. First you need a valve, a tee, an adapter with a half-inch thread and sealing tape. After assembling all the parts into a single whole, you will need to cut the pipe through which the water flows, insert a tee instead of the cut and connect the adapter to the valve along with the hose from the machine.
How to use washing machines of different brands?
Instructions for Indesit
How to use an Indesit washing machine?
If you use an Indesit washing machine and cannot find the “Start” button, then do not be alarmed. Some models actually do not have such a button. And first you need to select a mode, etc., and then press the “On/Off” button.
The rules for using an Indesit washing machine look like this:
- Open the hatch and put things in the drum. However, do not load it completely; the door should close without additional effort.
- Add powder and other products.
- Turn on the machine using the “Power” button.
- Set the mode or temperature and spin speed.
- You can also switch to another mode already in progress.
Electrical connection
The washing machine requires a nearby power source to operate. The plug should not be inserted into the extension socket to avoid short circuiting. It is also not recommended to connect to a public network, since the machine requires a lot of power. If the device operates from a common network, the load on this same network will increase significantly.
The rate of cable destruction will also increase. The socket through which you will turn on the machine must be grounded and located at a height of at least 50 centimeters. This is all necessary in order to avoid the possibility of a short circuit.
