How to clean mold from the powder compartment in a washing machine?

Molds can grow on almost all surfaces. Spores, once inside the machine, multiply very quickly inside. Often black spots can be found on the hatch cuff and the walls of the detergent dispenser. Let's figure out how to clean the powder compartment from mold so that it does not grow further.

Remove the tray

The powder receptacle compartment is often attacked by mold. This is explained simply - particles of detergents stick to the walls of the cuvette, drops of water remain there, and a humid and warm environment is favorable for the “life” of mushrooms. If you do not wash and dry the container, after several months of using the machine, spores will definitely settle in it.

To clean the washing machine tray, you need to remove it from the body. This is not difficult to do; difficulties may arise during the first extraction. The algorithm of actions is simple:

pull the dispenser in your direction until it stops;
With your free hand, press down on the plastic tab located above the conditioner section;
Remove the cuvette from the washing machine body.

Returning the powder receptacle to its place is even easier. There is no need to touch the tongue, just insert the cuvette into the “hopper” strictly along the guides and press the tray inward.

After removing the powder receptacle from the washing machine, it will be convenient to clean its most inaccessible places.

When the dispenser is in your hands, inspect it for plaque and mold. Assess the degree of contamination of the container and begin cleaning.

What and how to clean it with?

If mold has already settled in the powder receptacle compartment, you need to take urgent measures to destroy it.Today in stores you can buy products that effectively fight spores. Let us present a brief overview of effective “chemicals”.

HG Mold Removal Spray. A universal product that removes spores from plastic, tiles, walls, and wood. It is necessary to take out a cuvette, spray the composition on the affected area and wait until the mushrooms dissolve. Afterwards, rinse the surface with water and wipe dry.
BON is an effective remedy against mold fungi and limescale. The spray should be sprayed onto the affected area and left for 20-25 minutes. Afterwards the tray is cleaned with a brush, rinsed with water and dried.
GraSS Bimold is a liquid for combating mold. A concentrated universal product with an antibacterial effect is diluted with water in a ratio of 1 to 1 before use. The surface affected by mold fungi is sprayed with a sprayer. After 10-15 minutes, the area is brushed and wiped with a damp cloth.
Unicum spray quickly deals with mold and unpleasant odors. Can be used to treat various surfaces, including plastic. The composition should be sprayed onto the walls of the powder receptacle, wait 5 minutes, then wipe the cuvette with a brush and rinse in warm water.
Bagi Anti-mold is another universal, effective remedy. Contains chlorine. The spray should be sprayed onto the walls of the powder receptacle, wait 20-30 seconds and wipe the surface with a damp sponge. Next, be sure to rinse the tray well in clean water.
Cillit Bang Black mold is suitable for cleaning your washing machine dispenser. The product should be sprayed onto the affected area and left for 15 minutes. Next, walk along the walls of the dispenser with a brush and rinse it in water.

When cleaning the powder receptacle with household chemicals, it is better to wear rubber gloves and a respirator.

The described products are universal and suitable for cleaning the powder receptacle from mold. When using this or that composition, it is important to follow the instructions presented on the product packaging.

Prevent mold from growing

It is better not to let mold fungi “settle” in the powder receptacle compartment. It is important to take proper care of your machine to prevent mold from growing on its parts.. When using a washing machine, you need to follow a few simple tips: Wash the powder tray promptly

after each wash, remove the tray from the body, rinse it under high water pressure, and wipe dry with a napkin;
Having finished the “hygienic procedures”, do not insert the cuvette into the machine all the way, let the compartment remain half open for ventilation. Mold grows quickly in a humid environment, but spores do not reproduce in a dry environment;
Every 10-15 washes, thoroughly wash the dispenser using a brush and special cleaning products.

Regular maintenance of equipment will prevent mold from growing on the elements of the washing machine. By following simple recommendations, you can extend the life of your equipment. The automatic machine will “thank you” for your efforts and will work without breakdowns for a long time.