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Soda Crystals and washing machines
Soda crystals (sodium carbonate) are an old household cleaning staple that costs a fraction of branded washing machine cleaners and performs many of the same functions. They are…
Zanussi washing machine error code E50
Which Machines Display E50? E50 appears on Zanussi washing machines. John Lewis washing machines are manufactured by Electrolux/Zanussi and share the same platform, so John Lewis branded models…
Whites coming out of washing machine looking grey coloureds losing colour
Detergent Type Is the First Thing to Check Washing machine detergents are not interchangeable. The chemistry that makes a detergent effective for whites actively damages coloured laundry, and…
How to store a washing machine
Why You Need to Drain the Water First A washing machine always retains a small amount of water in the sump hose at the base of the machine…
Washing dog bedding or basket
Problem 1: Pet Hair and the Pump Filter Dog bedding and blankets can carry significant quantities of loose hair. When washed, this hair comes free in the water…
Washing machine making metallic scraping noise
Why Bra Underwires Cause Scraping Noises The inner drum of a washing machine rotates inside a fixed outer tub. There is a small gap between the two. A…