Cleaning your washing machine Please remember to clean your washing machine before you leave the property The soap dispenser drawer can often be removed for easy cleaning as it just clips out or pull out to its furthest point. Use a small brush to remove soap scum etc and wipe the area dry. Alternatively you can use place soda crystals in the drawer and put your (empty) machine on the hottest wash for the longest cycle this should loosen all the dirt and grime in the drawer. To clean the drum and the door seal use soda crystals or white vinegar and then run the machine as above.