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• Can I safely use Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner around children, pets and pregnant women?
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  Yes. Used as directed, Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner shouldn’t pose hazards to your pets, children or pregnant women. In general, it's a good idea to remove pets and children from an area when cleaning it and to follow label precautionary instructions. When out of use, as with many household cleaners, you should keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

• Is Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner safe for septic systems?
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  Yes. When used as directed, Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner is safe to use in septic systems. The bleach breaks down rapidly to mostly salt and water.

• Why do I need Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner?
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  Washing machines collect a lot of dirt and soil during the laundry load. Most of this dirt and soil is washed away with the water in each load, but gradually over time a buildup of dirt can occur. Often times you become aware of this dirt and soil buildup because of an unpleasant odor in your machine. Using Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner monthly actually helps freshen your machine so that you have a clean base for doing laundry.
  Most high efficiency machines actually have a "Maintenance Cycle" to encourage you to clean your machine, but the same dirt can build up in a traditional top-loading machine. If your machine does not contain a "Maintenance Cycle", you can run a cycle manually. See below for more information.

• How often should I use Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner?
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  Most manufacturers recommend you perform this periodic maintenance cycle at least once per month, if not on a weekly basis.

• How is this product different from the old Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner?
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  This product delivers the same great cleaning power as the original Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner, now in a new package.

• Where can I get coupons for Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner?
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  Check the Coupons page to see if there are coupons available for Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner. And sign up for the Clorox® newsletter to find out about new coupons via e-mail.

• Where can I buy Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner?
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  You can find stores near you that sell Clorox® Washing Machine Cleaner on our Where to Buy page. It's a good idea to call the store before going, to make sure they have it in stock. If you have any trouble finding it at a nearby store, you can also buy it online.