The secret hack: Unlocking hidden features of your washing machine

We no longer need to use a basin or washboard for laundry. Modern washing machines, once a luxury, are now an indispensable part of every home. The market offers a wide range of washing machine models with various life-enhancing features. Despite this, even if you use your washing machine every day, there may be something you don't know about—an invisible function worth discovering.

Most modern washing machines have a special mode that allows you to pause the washing cycle to add previously forgotten clothing items. Unfortunately, older models are not usually equipped with such conveniences. But this does not mean they are completely useless! According to an article on onet.pl, a popular TikTok user who runs a cleaning-themed account under the name @jeeves_ny discovered a way to use a washing machine's hidden function that might come in handy in emergencies.

If you have an older model washing machine and need to interrupt the washing cycle suddenly, find a small hole near the filter. Then, gently insert a flat object and slide the latch to the left. This simple method will cause the drum door to open immediately. However, remember to use this method only in exceptional circumstances, such as accidentally putting something valuable in the washing machine. Otherwise, you may damage the appliance.

If you open the washing machine door this way, remember to protect the floor. It's best to lay down towels or absorbent cloths to prevent flooding.

Emergency door opening is not the only hidden function of washing machines. If you want to make washing and drying clothes easier, it's worth knowing that many washing machines have a drying function. Remove the clothes after washing, wrap them in a large, clean towel, and return them to the empty drum. Then, activate the spin cycle. The higher the spin speed, the better the drying results. However, always check the care labels on clothing to avoid damaging them.