You don't have to approach your washing machine with chemicals - use these home remedies instead. After every wash, water residue remains that can cause germs.
residues of detergent, lint or animal hair can also get stuck in the hoses. Vinegar dissolves limescale, disinfects and is biodegradable. But you should not use it to clean the washing drum, as seals and hoses can be attacked in the long term. If you want to avoid bad smells, you can place it in a baking soda bath for a few minutes. You can also use citric acid on hand, but you should pay attention to the dosage. The Utopia.de portal recommends cleaning the lint filter and detergent compartment every month. Use a cloth to remove any coarse dirt, then rinse it once with clean water. Use two tablespoons of soda to do something good for your laundry and washing machine in one wash cycle. This allows you to fight bacteria, fungi and limecale.