Why a specific routine for Candy, Hoover and Samsung Ecobubble machines

Cloth diapers require efficient washing to prevent clogging, ammonia odors, and loss of absorbency. Unfortunately, some modern machines, such as Candy, Hoover, and Samsung Ecobubble, use too little water, which can compromise washing efficiency.

If you've noticed that your diapers are not being washed properly, smell bad, or are leaking more quickly than usual, it's time to adopt a proper washing routine.

Precautions and options to activate

Before choosing a routine, make sure to activate certain options if your machine offers them:

• Extra Rinse: Adds up to 4-5 extra rinses.
• Intense Rinse: Adds one more rinse.
• Minimum spin 1200 rpm: Necessary to properly drain the water.

If your machine is less than 5 years old, you should definitely follow these routines. For a machine that is 5 to 10 years old, the standard routine may be sufficient, but you may need to adjust the cycles.

The three recommended routines

4-Step Routine (Preferred by Most Users)

- Quick without spinning (5 min, without detergent) this allows the layers to be soaked with water.

- Cotton (lightly soiled laundry) at 20° or 30°: Spin at 1200 rpm, with “extra rinse” or “intense rinse” option.

- Quick without spinning (5 min, without detergent): Second soak to improve absorption.

- Cotton (heavily soiled laundry) at 40° or 60°: Spin at 1200 rpm, with “extra rinse” or “intense rinse” option.

Routine with the “Cotton Prewash” cycle

- Cotton pre-wash at 20°/30°: No detergent in the pre-wash compartment.

- Cotton pre-wash at 40°/60°: Same, but higher temperature.

Routine with the “Prewash” option

- Cotton with pre-wash option at 20°/30°.

- Pre-wash cotton with 40°/60° pre-wash option.

Dosage and choice of detergent

How to calculate the amount of laundry detergent

The correct dosage is essential to avoid residue and ensure effective washing.

• Cycle 1: Total dose of cycle 2 ÷ 2.25. Example: 68 ml ÷ 2.25 = 30 ml.
• Cycle 2: Take the recommended dose for 4-5 kg ​​of heavily soiled laundry, then adjust according to the weight of the diapers. Example: If Tandil recommends 122 ml for 4-5 kg ​​and your diapers weigh 2.5 kg: 2.5 × 122 ÷ 4.5 = 68 ml.

Recommended detergents

• Epsil from Leclerc and Tandil from Aldi: The most effective.
• Lidl Formil: Good performance but still little tested.
• Super U Freshness: Effective if the machine is well filled.

Detergents to avoid

• The Bicarbonate Cat: Mixed results.
• Ariel: Impossible to get a good wash balance.

Swoosh Test: Check washing efficiency

The Swoosh Test lets you check whether your diapers are properly rinsed after washing. Fill a basin with clean water and immerse a dry insert:

• If the water remains clear, the wash is effective.
• If the water foams or becomes cloudy, your diapers still have detergent or urine residue. Adjust your dosage.

Conclusion and practical advice

By following these routines suitable for Candy, Hoover and Samsung Ecobubble machines, you guarantee optimal washing of your washable diapers, without residue or bad odors.

• Activate the extra rinse and intense rinse options.
• Adopt the routine that best suits your machine.
• Perform the Swoosh Test after washing to verify effectiveness.
• Adjust the detergent dosage according to the weight of the diapers.

With these good practices, your washable diapers will stay clean, healthy and durable.

This article is based on discussions and feedback from the group “Washable diapers: We're talking about the real deal (Europe - Pacific)”, a discussion space dedicated to parents and professionals sharing their knowledge onWashable diapers: We're talking about the real deal .

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