Here are tips for better washing habits to prevent the growth of odour-causing bacteria.
You can also utilise the two hygienic functions of Panasonic washing machines.
Are You Bothered by the Smell of Half-dried Laundry?
The foul smell, like a wet rag, may be caused by the excretions of Moraxella bacteria, which feed on sebum and water left in the fibres.
What Should You Do?
Prevent bacteria from multiplying
The basic rule is to dry laundry immediately after washing to prevent the growth of bacteria. It’s also important to keep the washing tub clean.
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Eliminate bacteria
If laundry still smells after washing, try soaking items in water with a mild oxygen bleach. Soaking in hot water is also effective, as Moraxella bacteria dies at temperatures over 60°C.
*Check washing instructions first. Hot water is not suitable for delicate materials. Chlorine bleach is not suitable for coloured fabrics.
Panasonic’s Hygienic Functions Help Protect Your Clothes
Gentle Hygiene Care with BLUE Ag+
Eliminates bacteria, even with cold water washing
1 Up to 18 Hours of Antibacterial Protection*¹
Bacteria growth can also be prevented during drying.
2 UV Light
UV light activates Ag+ (silver ions) to eliminate bacteria. The bacteria can then be washed away from clothes through agitation in water.
3 Ag+ Case
Ag+ (silver ions) are released into the water from the device connected to the detergent drawer. Ag+ (silver ions) then attack bacteria.
Gentle Hygiene Drying
Eliminates bacteria with a low-temperature air flow
1 99.99% Bacteria Elimination*²
Gentle Dry eliminates 99.99% of bacteria without subjecting clothes to high temperatures.
2 Drying at 65°C
Reduces damage and fading by drying clothes at a temperature around 65°C.*³
3 Door Vent
Brings in outside air to help the heat exchanger release heat and dehumidify faster.
*1 (For FW1 Series) Evidence of Blue Ag+ Bacteria Elimination and Antibacterial Efficacy.
As certified by the Institute of Biotechnology (Vietnam No.: 270324.2TN/VCCM, 270324.3TN/VCCM) / Bacteria Elimination rate: 99.99% Escherichia coli ATCC29922 & 99.99% Staphylococcus aureus ATCC25923/ *Test conditions apply / Anti-bacteria rate: Staphylococcus aureus ATCC25923 and Escherichia coli ATCC29922 after 18 hours up / *Report Issue Date: 27/Mar/2024.
*2 (For FW1 Series) Hybrid Dry Bacteria Elimination Evidence.
Testing Institution: Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology * Test Conditions: Program: Optimal Dry/ *Report Issue Date: 23/Sep/2024 / *Report Reference No.: 230924.TN/ VCCM *Bacterial Elimination Rate: 99.99%
*3 The result may vary depending on the garment amount, material, usage, and the type of another garment dried together.
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