Big cleaning in sight? Five practical tips to keep your appliances running smoothly
For now, it is still recommended to stay at home as much as possible. Isn't it the perfect time to start your spring cleaning or to do some tidying up? Don't forget to maintain your precious allies for this task: your household appliances. Here are five tips to keep your washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, oven and vacuum cleaner running at their best!
1. Washing machine: run your machine at 90°, clean the pump filter and ventilate your machine
Because clothes are often washed at low temperatures and with short programs, dirt and detergent sometimes get stuck in your machine. This is why it is advisable to run your machine once a month, without clothes and with baking soda, at 90°C. It is also recommended to regularly clean the pump filter by rinsing it under running water. Don't forget to ventilate your machine by opening the drum door and the detergent compartment after each use, or open the lid of your Samsung AddWash. Your washing machine will thank you!
And did you know that doing the laundry is still a predominantly feminine task? In 2020, barely 26% of men know how to use a washing machine compared to 82% of women*.
2. Let your dishes cool for 30 minutes
Right now, your dishwasher is undoubtedly working overtime: you're cooking more dishes than usual and all the members of your family are around the table to enjoy them. It is recommended to clean the filter of your dishwasher from time to time and to run it empty. To avoid clogging the drain, it is best to rinse heavily soiled dishes under running water before putting them in the dishwasher. And don't forget to let your dishes cool 30 minutes after you finish a wash in your dishwasher. Indeed, the heat released can be harmful for the kitchen materials located just above your appliance, such as the worktop for example.
3. Set your fridge temperature to 4°C for longer fresh produce
What happiness! Your refrigerator takes care of everything! All you have to do is move your self-contained refrigerator forward every 6 months to vacuum the rear face and the ventilation grille.
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Did you know ? Your products will keep longer if you set the temperature of your fridge to 4°C. Four out of ten Belgians already store their refrigerator according to the use-by date*.
In addition, an organization by type of product is very practical to see at a glance the charcuterie and other products (which you need) present in your fridge. Ideal solution to avoid waste. Did you know that 30% of Belgians admit having to throw away too much food*? Forgot your shopping list? Never mind ! With the Samsung Family Hub, you can see what's left in your fridge from the supermarket, simply via your smartphone!
4. Clean your oven thoroughly with water and baking soda, at the highest temperature
Protecting and preparing food in the most hygienic way possible is a priority. Even if you clean your oven immediately after use, it is still advisable to clean it more thoroughly from time to time. To do this, place a bowl of water with the required amount of baking soda in your oven and set it to the highest possible temperature. As soon as your oven has cooled down, you can scrub it and it will look like new!
Or opt for an oven that is gaining in popularity, the oven with a pyrolytic cleaning system like the Samsung Dual Cook Oven. This pyrolysis cleaning system heats the oven to a temperature of over 400°C: grease and food residues are incinerated and the ashes fall on the bottom plate. A quick wipe and your oven is like new!
5. For a fair division of tasks: leave the vacuum cleaner to your husband (he won't dare tell you, but he loves it!)
Empty the dust bin weekly. This small gesture will ultimately save you energy and time, because otherwise you would see the suction power gradually decrease. Do not forget to wash this dust container from time to time and rinse the filter under the tap. Your vacuum cleaner may have more than one filter. In this case, consult the manual for your model.
Interesting to know: men like to vacuum (69%) and even more like women (60%). Think about it!
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