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How do I clean and maintain Laundry Pump?Updated 20 hours ago

TL;DR: Rinse Laundry Pump nozzle in warm water weekly. Never use bleach or strong solvents. Keep the bottle upright and the head locked when not in use. Rated for approximately 3,000 pumps with proper care.

Last reviewed: April 2026

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How do I clean Laundry Pump weekly?

Lock the head and remove the pump from the bottle. Dip the nozzle in a cup of warm water and pump 5 to 6 times to flush residue from the internal tube and nozzle. Shake off excess water, reinstall on the bottle, and unlock. A weekly rinse keeps the nozzle clear of detergent residue and prevents drips and blockages over time.

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Lock and remove. Lock the pump head down and unscrew it from the bottle.

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Flush in warm water. Dip the dip-tube and nozzle in a cup of warm water and pump 5 to 6 times to flush residue through.

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Reinstall and unlock. Shake off excess water, screw back onto the bottle, and unlock the head ready for use.


What should I do and avoid for long pump life?

Three habits help Laundry Pump reach its rated lifespan of approximately 3,000 pumps. Rinse the nozzle in warm water weekly. Keep the bottle upright at all times. Lock the head when not in use, especially when travelling. The internal mechanism contains a metal spring and plastic actuator that bleach, alcohol, vinegar concentrates, and strong solvents can damage. Warm water is all it needs.

✓ Good habits

Rinse the nozzle weekly in warm water. Keep the bottle upright and the head locked when not in use or travelling. Regular care helps you reach the approximately 3,000 pumps the mechanism is rated for.

Rinse weekly Store upright Lock when travelling ~ 3,000 pumps

⚠ Avoid

Never use bleach, alcohol, vinegar concentrates, or strong solvents on the pump. These can damage internal components and shorten its lifespan. Warm water is all it needs.

No bleach No solvents Warm water only

What if the pump still isn't working?

If Laundry Pump isn't dispensing, prime first by pumping several times. If still stuck, soak the nozzle in warm water for 5 minutes to dissolve any product residue, then re-prime. If the pump is leaking rather than blocked, check whether yours is still under the 12-month warranty before purchasing a replacement. If out of warranty or you'd prefer a faster fix, Laundry Pump Head is a universal direct-swap spare that fits every version.

Pump not dispensing?

Prime by pumping several times. Still stuck? Soak the nozzle in warm water for 5 minutes to dissolve residue, then re-prime. If it's leaking rather than blocked, check warranty or swap the head.

Prime first Soak 5 minutes

✓ Need a fresh head?

Laundry Pump Head is a universal spare that fits every version of Laundry Pump. Direct swap, no tools needed.

Universal fit Direct swap

Koh Laundry Pump Head

Laundry Pump Head

Universal direct-swap spare. Fits every version of Laundry Pump. The fast fix when cleaning isn't enough.

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