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A clean and organized home is every homemaker’s dream. Women always trydifferent methods for cleaning their homesand search for new ways to clean that are effortless yet effective. Buying electrical appliances is exciting; however, over time, dust and various stains can accumulate on the surfaces or inside the devices, requiring regular cleaning and maintenance. To clean electrical appliances, you need to choose a method that does not harm the efficiency and performance of your device and does not have negative health effects. In this section ofhousekeeping SelMagzwe provide cleaning methods for several types of electrical appliances.
The importance of cleaning electronic devices
Cleaning and descaling various electrical devices, such as telephones or printers, the inside of dishwashers or washing machines, kitchen hoods, refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, coffee machines, microwaves, juicers, etc., not only ensures that your appliances are clean and stain-free but also benefits the functioning of electronic devices since dust and grime can lead to damage over time.For example, neglecting to clean inside dishwashers and washing machines after use can create a damp environment that promotes mold and bacteria growth.Suitable methods for cleaning various electrical devices
Cleaning the refrigerator and eliminating its bad odor
Cleaning the refrigerator helps it work better and last longer. To clean the interior walls of the refrigerator, mix one to two tablespoons
baking soda
in a quarter liter of warm water, wipe the refrigerator with this solution, and then dry it to remove any odors.To clean the back of the refrigerator, unplug it, pull the device slightly forward, anduse a vacuum cleaner
to remove dust from behind the refrigerator. Wash the shelves and drawers with warm water and dish soap outside of the refrigerator, dry them, and then put them back.How to clean the TVTo clean children’s handprints and dust from the TV, or to clean the tape recorder, first turn off the TV and wipe the dust with a dry cloth, then to clean greasy stains and fingerprints, use a cotton ball soaked in a solution of water and
vinegar
to clean the TV screen.Never spray cleaning solutions directly onto the LCD screen. Avoid using alcohol, acetone, ammonia, etc., and ensure you use a soft, lint-free fabric for cleaning the LCD screens.For non-glass surfaces of the TV, polish them with liquid paraffin and wipe off excess grease with a dry cloth. To clean the remote control, wrap a cleaning cloth around your finger and clean the edges and corners of the buttons, allowing it to air dry at room temperature.
Cleaning the microwave
In response to your frequently asked questions in the lifestyle section of SelMagz, we must say that microwaves also accumulate dust over time or become greasy from food. To clean the microwave, place half a
large lemon
in a bowl of water and let it boil in the microwave for five to ten minutes so that the lemon steam helps evaporate greasy stains and eliminate bad odors. Then wipe the inside walls of the device with a dry cloth.Alternatively, you can use a cloth soaked in fresh lemon juice or alcohol to wipe the microwave and its grease. Do not use abrasive cloths, sponges, or steel wool for cleaning the device.How to clean the iron
The iron is one of those electrical appliances where the water in its reservoir can leave deposits and stain clothes. To descale a steam iron and eliminate buildup, pour some white vinegar (refined vinegar) into the iron’s reservoir. After 24 hours, empty it and rinse several times with water.
For cleaning old irons that don’t have a Teflon coating, wipe the soleplate with a clean cotton cloth while it is still hot, then use a cloth soaked in salt or baking soda to remove residue from the soleplate.
How to clean a juicer
To clean the juicer, food processor, and blender and prevent discoloration of their surfaces, mix half a cup of bleach, a quarter cup of baking soda, and four cups of warm water, then dip a sponge in this solution and rub on the desired parts, wait ten minutes, then rinse and dry thoroughly. Detach the parts that can be washed from your juicer, food processor, and blender and wash them with clean water.
Cleaning the coffee maker
To clean the coffee maker and remove burnt stains from its bottom, add one tablespoon of salt, then two cups of ice, and squeeze the juice of ΒΌ lemon into the coffee maker. Swirl the mixture in the coffee maker until the ice melts to clean it.
Cleaning the sandwich maker
To clean the sandwich maker, first unplug it to let it cool completely. Wipe the cooking surface with a damp cloth or sponge. Water must not get into the internal parts of the device as it can cause damage. Avoid using abrasive cloths to prevent harming the non-stick coating of the cooking plates.
Important tips:
For descaling electrical devices, use a soft sponge and microfiber cloth, and never use steel cleaning pads as they can scratch the appliance. For tough stains, use plastic scrubbing pads.
For cleaning silver-colored appliances, use a cleaning fluid or descaling solution, and then wipe the surface again with a clean, damp cloth without any cleaning agent.
To clean white electrical appliances and remove yellowing, mix bleach, baking soda, and warm water, soak a clean sponge or cloth in the solution, and apply it to the appliance while letting it sit for 10 minutes. After ten minutes, thoroughly wipe the appliance with a damp sponge and let it air dry.
Cleaning the refrigerator
Methods for cleaning electrical appliances
