Why Your Washing Machine is Leaving Residue on Clothes and How to Fix It

Reviewed by:  Devyani Kharbanda

Written by:  Aquib Nawab

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1. Over loading

Stuffing too many clothes can prevent proper detergent dissolution. Oceanus Wave Drum technology ensures better water circulation and detergent distribution, even with larger loads, reducing residue issues.

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2. Hard water

Mineral deposits can react with detergent, leaving residue. Anti-Scaling Technology, helps prevent mineral buildup, ensuring cleaner clothes and prolonging machine life.

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3. Too much detergent

Excess soap doesn't rinse out completely. Fuzzy Control, automatically selects the appropriate water level based on load weight, helping optimize detergent use and rinsing.

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4. Incorrect water temperature

Cold water may not dissolve detergent effectively. In-Built Heater, provides efficient and uniform heating, ensuring proper detergent dissolution and stain removal.

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5. Clogged dispensers

Blocked detergent trays can cause uneven distribution. Dual Spray feature, available in some models, helps clean the dispenser and gasket, preventing buildup and ensuring proper detergent flow.

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6. Inadequate rinsing

Short rinse cycles may not remove all detergent. Extra Rinse function, available in many models, provides additional rinsing to ensure thorough removal of detergent residues.

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7. Using fabric softener

Overuse or direct contact with clothes can leave residue. Fabric softeners can build up in the machine over time, leading to greasy marks on clothes. Magic Filter helps capture lint and residues.

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8. Machine maintenance issues

Dirty drums can transfer residue to clothes. The Self Clean program, available in many models, helps maintain drum cleanliness, preventing residue transfer and ensuring hygienic washes.

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