Laundry during Chol Hamoed
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Question
Hello, Our washing machine broke down. Is it permissible to do laundry during Chol Hamoed for the sake of the holiday?
Answer
Hello
It is prohibited to do laundry during Chol Hamoed for the sake of the holiday [except in rare and special cases].
You should ensure to repair it as soon as possible or do laundry elsewhere.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 534
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