How to maintain a washing machine?

Any ideas how to maintain washing machine so it will continue to work for for years to come?

Regularly inspect and make sure that the hoses is in good condition, the fittings are not dripping water if not it will be corroded sooner or later. It's a good idea to replace the hoses and fittings as part of regular washing machine maintenance every 3 years even if you don't see any problems.

According to me don't overload it.