Zanussi Washing Machine Dispenser Drawer Cleaning

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Introduction

Use this guide to remove, clean, and refit the dispenser drawer on a Zanussi Washing Machine. The dispenser drawer, also called the detergent drawer, holds washing powder and conditioner, and it can collect mold, residue, and detergent residue over time. This guide was written using a Zanussi Electrolux Essentials Washing Machine, so other Zanussi models may have small differences.

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Step 1 Prepare the washing machine

Make sure the washing machine is off and no wash program is running.
Unplug the washing machine before cleaning inside the dispenser cavity.
Keep water away from the control panel and electrical parts.
Wear rubber gloves if mold or detergent residue may irritate your skin.

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Step 2 Identify the dispenser drawer

Find the dispenser drawer, also called the detergent drawer.
This removable drawer is used for washing powder and conditioner.
Residue can build up in the drawer and inside the opening behind it.

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Step 3 Pull the drawer to the release point

Pull the dispenser drawer straight out until it reaches the click point.
Stop pulling when the drawer clicks or resists, as this is the release point.
Don't force the drawer past the click point, or the catch may break.
If the drawer feels stuck before the click point, push it in a little and pull it straight out again.

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Step 4 Release the drawer

Press the release button downward very gently to release the catch.
Keep the button pressed and slide the drawer out of the machine.
If the drawer won't move, hold it level, press the release button down again, and wiggle the drawer gently while pulling straight out.
Don't yank the drawer, as detergent residue can make it feel stuck and the catch can break.

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Step 5 Clean the drawer

Put the dispenser drawer in a bowl.
Rinse the drawer and wash it with soapy water.
Use an old cloth to remove mold, washing powder residue, and conditioner residue.
Rinse the drawer until no loose residue remains.

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Step 6 Clean the drawer cavity

Wipe the inside of the dispenser drawer cavity with an old cloth and soapy water.
Clean away visible mold, residue, and residue inside the opening.
Use the old cloth damp, not dripping, when cleaning the cavity.
Don't pour water into the cavity or spray water toward the control panel.

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Step 7 Refit the drawer

Line up the dispenser drawer with the grooves in the opening.
Push the drawer in very gently until it reaches the click point.
Press the release button down.
Keep the button pressed and slide the drawer all the way home.
Check that the drawer opens and closes smoothly.

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Step 8 Run a cleaning programme

Select a 90 °C washing program or the Drum Clean option.
Use this after refitting the drawer to help keep the washing machine clean.

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Conclusion

The dispenser drawer is clean and refitted. Repeat this cleaning when detergent residue, conditioner buildup, or mold returns. Repair didn't go as planned? Ask our Answers community for help.

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