LG Washing Machine Tub Clean: Cycle Steps and What to Use

The easiest way to clean your LG washer’s tub is to run the Tub Clean cycle. Start with an empty drum, add one ACTIVE Washing Machine Cleaner tablet, and run the cycle using hot water.

This will help break down residue and buildup inside the tub.

If your machine doesn’t have a dedicated Tub Clean button, try pressing and holding the Rinse+ and Delay End buttons together for three seconds. The washer should beep, and “tcL” should appear on the display.

Why You Need to Clean Your Top or Front Load Washing Machine

Regularly cleaning your LG washer’s tub is essential for keeping it running efficiently and extending its lifespan.

A buildup of dirt and residue can affect your washer’s performance and leave your laundry less fresh.

Keeping the tub clean helps your machine work properly and ensures your clothes come out cleaner.

Taking Advantage of The Tub Clean Feature

The secret lies in LG’s unique Tub Clean cycle (you can select it using the cycle selector knob).

This feature is designed to tackle detergent build-up and residue left behind from previous washes inside the drum.

The goal here is simple – to get long-term benefits by maintaining the washer regularly.

How to Clean the Tub of Your LG Washer

Cleaning your LG washing machine tub is a vital part of maintenance. Here’s how you can do it using the washer’s control panel and an effective cleaning agent.

Step 1: Empty the Washer

Make sure the washing machine drum is empty.

Step 2: Add an ACTIVE Tablet

Drop one ACTIVE Washing Machine Cleaner Tablet directly into the drum. As it dissolves in water, it creates a cleaning solution that helps remove detergent residue, dirt, and grime from inside your washer.

Step 3: Start a Tub Clean Cycle

Find the ‘Tub Clean’ button and press it until ‘Tub Clean’ appears on the LED display. For the best results, use hot water.

Step 4: Wipe Away Residue

Once the cycle ends, wipe the inside of the drum with a damp cloth to remove any leftover residue.

Supply:

• ACTIVE Washing Machine Cleaning Tablets
• Damp cloth

Cleaning the Detergent Dispenser

The detergent dispenser in your LG washer needs some love too.

To clean it properly, remove the drawer from its compartment by releasing the lock mechanism (usually a small button or lever).

Then give it a good scrub with warm water and mild soap.

Be sure to get into all those tight spots.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Even the most reliable washing machines can encounter issues. Here are some of the most common problems during the tub cleaning process and how to fix them.

Dealing with Unpleasant Odors

Sometimes, your washer might have an unpleasant odor. This is often due to residue build-up from detergent or fabric softeners in the wash compartment.

Regularly using tub cleaners, like ACTIVE’s washing machine cleaner tablets will help get rid of these smells.

Cleaning once a month usually does the trick but if you’re dealing with stubborn odors, running a wash cycle weekly for three consecutive weeks is recommended.

Ensuring Optimal Performance

Cleaning the drain pump filter regularly will help prevent leaks, which will ensure optimal performance, especially if you have a front load washing machine.

Keeping a Regular Cleaning Schedule

The first step to maintaining a clean washer tub is setting up a regular cleaning schedule.

This means hitting that ‘Tub Clean’ button more often than you might think necessary.

Generally speaking, it’s recommended that you run the Tub Clean cycle once every month or after 30 wash cycles – whichever comes first.

If you notice an unpleasant odor coming from your machine despite frequent cleaning, don’t fret.

It may just mean that you need to increase the frequency of these deep-cleaning sessions for some time – say once every week for three consecutive weeks until things smell fresh again.

Tips For A Thorough Clean-Up

Cleaning isn’t merely about pressing buttons on the control panel though. You also need to get hands-on occasionally by properly tidying up areas like the detergent dispenser and door gaskets too.

Here’s a tip – to make sure no excess water remains post-cycle (which could lead to contaminant growth), leave your washer door slightly open so everything inside can dry out completely.

You can also explore the LG Help Library for additional resources on LG washer clean practices and how-tos.

Getting Your LG Washing Machine Tub Clean – FAQs