Black spots and an unpleasant odor from the drum are sure signs that the rubber cuff settled mold. This not only spoils the appearance of the equipment, but can also cause allergies or damage to linen. The main reason lies in the ideal microclimate: the fungus loves high humiditylack of ventilation and organic residues.
The main factors that provoke the growth of fungus are:
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Usage low temperature conditions (30–40 degrees), which do not kill bacterial spores.
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Excess fabric conditionercreating a sticky coating on the walls of the seal.
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Habit of holding hatch door closed immediately after completing the wash cycle.
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Accumulation of small debris, hair and lint in the folds of rubber.
To prevent the problem, it is important to wipe dry regularly. inner part of the cuff soft cloth. Particular attention should be paid to the lower part of the ring, where water most often stagnates. Once a month it is useful to run an empty wash cycle maximum temperatureto rinse the internal components of the unit and dissolve the accumulated mucus layer.
To clean mold that has already appeared, compositions based on chlorine or concentrated solutions with citric acid. At the same time, it is important to check not only the visible part of the seal, but also the space behind it, since the mycelium quickly grows in hard-to-reach places. Purity cuvettes for powder also affects the overall health of the system, since spores can migrate through water supply channels.
Proper care and timely ventilation can significantly extend the life of equipment and keep things fresh.
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