はじめに
Use this guide to remove, clean, and refit the detergent dispenser drawer on an older Baumatic washing machine. The dispenser drawer holds detergent and fabric conditioner before they wash into the drum. Clean it when powder residue, conditioner residue, grime, or mold builds up. These instructions were written for an older Baumatic model, so other models may differ slightly.
必要な工具と部品
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手順1 Prepare the washing machine
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Find the dispenser drawer in the top-left corner of the front panel.
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手順2 Pull the drawer to its stop
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Gently pull the dispenser drawer straight out until it reaches its stop.
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Look for the blue fabric softener level indicator inside the drawer.
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手順3 Release the dispenser drawer
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Press down on the blue fabric softener level indicator to create extra clearance.
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While holding the indicator down, pull the entire dispenser drawer out of the machine.
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手順4 Clean the removed drawer
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Lift the blue fabric softener level indicator out of the dispenser drawer.
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Wash the drawer and indicator with hot soapy water.
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Use a wet cloth to scrub the drawer inside and out.
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Use a brush in tight corners if residue remains.
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Rinse the drawer and indicator, and let them drain before refitting.
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手順5 Clean the dispenser cavity
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Wipe inside the dispenser drawer cavity with hot soapy water and a wet cloth.
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Remove residue from the visible surfaces so the drawer can slide smoothly.
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手順6 Refit the dispenser drawer
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Reinstall the blue fabric softener level indicator in the drawer.
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Align the drawer with the grooves in the dispenser opening.
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Push the drawer all the way in until it sits fully closed.
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手順7 Clean the drum rubber
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Open the washing machine door and inspect the drum rubber for grime, debris, and blockages.
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Wipe the drum rubber with hot soapy water and a wet cloth.
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Use a brush to clean inside the grooves if buildup is heavy.
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Clear any drainage holes in the drum rubber.
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手順8 Flush the washing machine
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Plug the washing machine back in after cleaning is complete.
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Run an empty wash on the hottest setting to flush residue through the system.
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Make sure the drawer slides freely and sits fully closed before using the washing machine for laundry. Repair didn't go as planned? Ask our Answers community for help.
