Remove a Musty Smell from the Washing Machine
How to remove a musty smell coming from the washing machine
A moldy or musty type of smell is a common concern. This usually occurs from excess moisture that is left behind after you have used your washing machine. There are a few different ways to get rid of the musty smell and keep it from coming back. As long as you follow these simple directions and properly maintain your washing machine you may be able to avoid washing machine repairs in the future.
How to keep your washing machine free from smells
Start by starting a small and short cycle on your machine using only the hot water setting
Pour in bleach or 2 cups of white vinegar into the water in the machine. Both of these options work well to deodorize and kill the germs in the process
Let the machine finish and leave the door open to let the extra moisture to evaporate.
A good tip to remember is to leave you lid up after using your machine when it is not in use to help prevent any smells in the future.
Another tested process that works just as well
- Wet an old toothbrush or nail brush in warm water and dip into backing soda.
- Scrub the walls inside the washing machine with the baking soda to remove any buildup.
- Remove any trays such as a bleach or fabric softener dispenser and clean with hot soapy water before replacing them.
- Scrub around the seal of the door or lid.
- Turn on the machine and run it through a full cycle with bleach or vinegar,as above.
- Open the lid as soon as the machine has finished and let it air out.
Warnings and tips for further prevention
If the smell keeps up, you will want to do the following:
- Unplug the machine
- Disconnect the hoses and clean them out with a wet / dry vacuum .
- Reconnect the hoses before plugging in the machine.
- Run another cycle with hot water and bleach or vinegar to rinse out your hoses.
- Keep the lid open and allow it to air out.
- Use only the amount of detergent recommended for each load. Too much can cause excess buildup and promote growth of mildew and mold.
Never use bleach and vinegar together this creates toxic fumes.
You can do the same in tumble dryers to help prevent mold growth.
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