Extend the Life of Your Appliances with These Maintenance Tips
Big families, busy lives and a hot Highveld summer all stress Soweto appliances. These tips from our local technicians will keep your fridge, washing machine, oven and dishwasher running well for years.
Clean Fridge Coils Twice a Year
Soweto summers are unforgiving. Clean fridge condenser coils every six months to keep electricity costs down and extend compressor life — particularly important for older Defy and KIC fridges.
Empty the Pump Filter Monthly
Soweto washing machines pick up coins, hair clips and small items. A clogged drain pump filter causes the most common drainage failures we see. Clear it monthly.
Don't Overload Top-Loaders
Big Soweto families wash a lot — but overloading destroys bearings and motors. Spread big washes across two cycles. Your machine will last years longer.
Wipe Stove Burners Weekly
Spilled food and grease cause many ignition failures on Soweto gas stoves. A clean burner head is a reliable burner head.
Run an Empty Hot Wash Monthly
An empty hot wash with vinegar or specialised cleaner once a month removes soap scum from your Soweto washing machine and prevents biofilm build-up.
Replace Worn Door Seals Promptly
Cracked fridge or washing machine door seals waste energy and cause leaks. Replacement is cheap — the failures they cause if ignored are not.