Hidden features of washing machines. And you didn’t know!

Most modern washing machines are equipped with three to four basic programs that are identical for all models, and several additional programs, which may vary depending on the cost and dimensions of the appliance. Additional modes help the user to choose the best option for high-quality, efficient and economical laundry. Let's consider some of them in more detail.

Secrets of household appliances - features

Many cars present Steam Wash option. Its main purpose is to smooth clothes, eliminate wrinkles, destroy microbes and many dangerous allergens. In certain models of these devices, ordinary washing is combined with steam treatment. There is much less water and detergent used in these modes than with a normal rinse wash.

Some users are not happy that the washing process takes too long. Therefore, in almost every model (and in budget ones too) Modes with short cycles.

Important! In modern models of washing machines, it is permissible to wash not only clothes and underwear, but also large enough things: pillows, blankets and down jackets.

For washing a down jacket you should choose the most delicate program, providing for a temperature of no higher than 30 degrees. To fully wash the washing powder, it is advisable to use the option of additional rinsing, activating it 2-3 times.

It is possible to wash in such installations and Stuffed Toys. It is preliminary recommended to put the toy in a pillowcase or in a special mesh bag for maximum protection during washing. All clothing should be removed from the toy before washing.

Important! Certain furs cannot be washed in this way, and some toys are filled with water-resistant foam balls. Therefore, before washing, you need to carefully study the label.

Sports shoes should be washed exclusively in cold water to prevent its deformation. To soften the wash in this case, it is recommended to put an old towel inside. Laces and insoles must first be removed. They need to be washed separately.

Auto Detect Wash Options

In certain machine models, this function is sometimes called "Mixed fabrics." After its activation, the device independently weighs the laundry placed in the drum and calculates how much time will be spent on washing and how much water will be needed.

Important! For clothes and shoes to last as long as possible, when washing, it is necessary to strictly adhere to the recommended temperature regime. You can set the temperature below the recommended, but not higher.

Drum parking

This the function is very important for devices with vertical loading. After the rotation of the drum is completed, the lid will be at the top. This greatly simplifies the process of loading and unloading linen.

Leakage protection system

Almost eliminates the outflow of water from the drum in the event of any breakdown. Almost all expensive models of washing machines are now equipped with such a system.

Crease protection

An extremely useful feature for those who are not eager to use the iron too often. But it is recommended to consider that and in fairly expensive installations, the operation of this function is far from ideal.

Drum Balance Control

This feature is built into many models. Often it is called "Imbalance Control." When it is activated, in the case of a laundry unevenly located inside the drum, the microprocessor constantly weighs it, rotating the drum for a certain time in a special way so that the laundry can be positioned as evenly as possible. The system does not allow the device to go to spin until the problem is resolved.

Self-diagnosis of malfunctions

Most buyers of such devices sincerely hope that they will not need this function. But in any case it will be it is better if the washing machine is equipped with it. Otherwise, if any failure is detected, you will have to call the master.

Self cleaning function

This feature is present in many similar installations. It is a program designed for use without loading laundry. It will not be difficult for the washing machine manufacturer to add such a function to those already available in such a device. Therefore, models of washing machines with a self-cleaning function practically do not differ in cost from those devices that do not have it.

In most such devices, the self-cleaning function is activated in a certain way. For example, on LG devices to activate it, hold for three seconds the two buttons on which the asterisk is drawn.

If a special button is not provided for self-cleaning, you can quickly forget about the presence of such a function. That is why for regular washing of heavily soiled things (meaning sand and sparingly soluble types of dirt) it is advisable to acquire a model in which the activation of the self-cleaning function will be performed as easily as possible.

Bubble Wash

In the process of such washing, the laundry lies in the water at the bottom of the drum, and air is supplied from the bottom of the drum (through the holes), due to which many small bubbles form. These bubbles easily pass through tissue layers, exerting a mechanical effect on it. As a result, some contaminants are removed. Bubble wash is considered more economicalthan ordinary.

Important! Keep in mind that bubbles can form in soft water. As in most cases the water in the central water supply is hard and foams rather weakly, it is necessary to soften it artificially.

Before purchasing a washing machine, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the list of not only basic, but also additional functions. Some installations can have up to 24 different modes. Most of them turn out to be completely useless in practice, and each extra function increases the cost of the washing machine.

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