Giving the washer a rub down.

I overloaded my washing machine this morning and as if to protest it spewed brownish deposits all over my laundry. *Yes...the horror!* Upon closer inspection, I found the entire rim of the washer lined with a brownish residue. *yikes!* Did a quick search on the internet and this is what I found.

Here are the instructions on how to clean out the residue:

Step 1 Set the load size indicator on your washing machine to large. Set the water temperature to its hottest setting.

Step 2 Start a regular wash cycle. Wait for the washing machine to fill up with water.

Step 3 When the washing machine is full of hot water, pour in a full gallon of distilled vinegar. Close the lid. Wait for the entire wash cycle to conclude.

Step 4 Inspect the inside of the washing machine. It will likely be spotless or nearly spotless.

Step 5 Rub any remaining spots vigorously with a paper towel that is dabbed with vinegar. Do this while the machine is still warm for more effective buffing.

Step 6 Wait a day before continuing your regular washing routine.

There are lots of other tips on the website on how to keep your washing machine in tip top condition. Now, who would think of washing the washer, right??

Well, time to give my washing machine a thorough bath!