{"id":1346868,"date":"2019-12-16T16:40:25","date_gmt":"2019-12-16T22:40:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1346868"},"modified":"2024-04-08T06:19:50","modified_gmt":"2024-04-08T11:19:50","slug":"washing-machine-filter-need-to-clean-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/washing-machine-filter-need-to-clean-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Where\u2019s My Washing Machine Filter and Do I Really Need to Clean It?"},"content":{"rendered":"Most people know about the lint trap on their dryer and make sure to regularly clean it out. But did you know that your washing machine has a similar filter that should also be cleaned just as often? Washing machine filters trap anything from lint to hairs and should be kept clean to keep your washing machine functioning properly.\r\n\r\nKeep an eye out for these signs that your washing machine is about to die<\/a>.\r\n

Where is the Filter on a Washing Machine?<\/h2>\r\nIn order to clean your washing machine's filter, you first have to know where it is. The quickest way to locate the filter on your machine is by consulting its owner's manual. If you no longer have access to the owner's manual, here are a few places to look for the filter:\r\n