You can just pour it into the bottom of the tub, then add clothes. This way you don't have to worry about it clogging the dispenser.

Powder products can always be mixed in the same dispenser.

Liquids and powers must NOT be mixed.

Powder Tide and powder OxiClean together in the dispenser = OK.

Liquid Tide and powder OxiClean together in the dispenser = NO.

I add OxiClean to almost every load in just in case I missed something...I put the clothes in and then I just sprinkle some Oxi on top. I add it last, because I might not use as much for a smaller load. I have never had an issue.

Thanks for your comments, everyone! Do any of you have a top-loading HE washer? I guess my confusion lies in the fact that the OxiClean label shows a regular top-loading machine and a front-loading HE machine, but not a top-loading HE machine!

sparky: I'm not really worried about it clogging the dispenser (should I be?)

dadoes: The OxiClean clean label specifically says, "Do not mix OxiClean with detergent in the dispenser." (And I know not to mix powders and liquids.)

Sorry, I didn't specify. Mine is a Samsung HE top loading washer. I have had it about 4 years and have never had an issue with the Oxi. (I still don't recommend Samsung after that whole recall thing and that was a mess to have DirectTv come out and fix it...but no issues due to Oxi).

I think you're over thinking this. Also, despite the price difference, I prefer the pod type detergents b/c I think they are faster and much less messy. So most of the time that detergent drawer on mine doesn't get used at all.

IMO the oxi instructions are a "catch-all" for simplicity instead of detailing different procedures for various combinations of powder & liquid products.

I prefer any oxi I use goes into the dispenser. You have to remember it becomes active as soon as water hits it. And regardless of how manufactures tout that its a *color safe* bleach..it will fade. Expecially things that arnt very colorfast which in todays market may not be.

I have a Cabrio Washer. I use top quality, liquid detergent. I put the detergent in the bottom before clothes go in the tub. Then I add the Oxi in the bottom across from the wet detergent. The amounts are according to the instructions of the respective products. I do not use the dispensers unless I am using chlorine bleach for some especially soiled whites. I rarely add Oxi to colors but do on occasions when there are stains. Then I only use the bleach dispenser. This method works very well for me. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of using a high quality detergent and not putting in too much.

Do you mean aside from every single person who posted? What more do you want?

I can understand this issue. My machines pump comes on doing a few second drain before the cycle starts. I don't want the oxy draining out yet its not supposed to be put on top of the clothing. I usually put it in the detergent dispenser and after the load is washing I force feed the liquid detergent in. Im sorry Josh that your question wasn't answered to your satisfaction.

Do what your machine instructions tell you to do.

Along the line of where to put the Oxi, I always just put it in the bottom of the tub (front loader) and actually turn the tub so it all falls down into the outer tub. I know the machine drains some water from the pump when it starts but I never thought it was draining out the Oxi. Am I wrong? I really was under the impression that there was no water left in the tub. Otherwise wouldn't it stink if you didn't use the machine for a couple of weeks? By the way the Oxi seems to do the job and I always know it is being mixed in because I always get more suds.

All washers retain some water in the pump sump. Varying amounts depending on the machine's design. It's impossible for the pump to push 100% of the water out the drain hose.

Thank you dadoes. However is there any water left between the outer and inner tub? Am I literally pouring powdered products down the drain if I place it in the machine and it falls between the drums. Is some of it rinsed away before the machine fills with water?

Heather great question. I wonder this myself. I think I'll do a test...a small but of cheapo powder detergent no clothes...ill wait until it stops draining but before water starts filling and stop it. But not tonight I have a long load in.

Not meaning this to sound like a smarty pants lol but The instructions that tell you to add it to the washer that is on the detergent is not being specific to what you think! it’s generic instructions to let you know to add it to the load of laundry that is in the washer. It’s not going to tell you a specific spot because everyone has different makes and models of washers. Always follow your washing machine manual. I know that my washer and dryer that I got from Lowe’s was a Samsung model in like 2016, and the washer said not to put detergent or cleaners even to clean the washer down in the tub because it could cause damage! You never know with these new smart appliances have inside them that could be damaged easil!

There's no way adding detergent directly to the drum can damage a washing machine. Placing it into a dispenser ... it ends up in the tub anyway, LOL.

Ok, just got a new HE Samsung and besides the lengthy instruction manual never mentioning Oxyclean or additives other than bleach, it never mentions anything about the “deep fill” option other than to say you’ve got it. What does it do besides use more water than the machine apparently thinks you need? I hate all this guessing.

How many various HE washer models does Samsung produce? You've increased the guessing game by not stating which one is involved.

It’ a top loading impeller type agitator Model No. WA50R5400AW

Powder Oxyclean goes into the detergent compartment of the dispenser drawer with the detergent, only if you are using powder detergent.

If using liquid detergent, then place powder Oxyclean directly into the drum, on the bottom before loading the clothes.

Liquid booster products and liquid detergent can be mixed together in the detergent compartment.

Do not mix powder and liquid products together into any of the dispenser compartments. A goopy/clumpy mess will form that can't be properly flushed out of the dispenser.

Only liquid chlorine bleach goes into the bleach dispenser.

These dispenser and product conventions are standard procedure for pretty much all washers of all types. Some machines may have an Oxi dispenser separate from the detergent and/or chlorine bleach dispenser.

The Deep Fill option, of course, adds more water to the wash period. How much more may vary depending on the load size and which cycle is selected. It is not available on the Normal, Bedding/Waterproof, Spin Only, and Self Clean cycles. Cycle time may also be increased ... both for the extra fill time, and possibly for more agitation time. More water may also be added to the rinse(s). Best way to know about that is observe what happens when the option is and is not selected.

- Normal cycle is the most restricted for water temperature and water usage. EnergyStar ratings are based on the Normal cycle.

- Bedding/Waterproof already fills to a high level.

- Spin Only doesn't involve any water usage.

- Self Clean also fills to a high level so Deep Fill isn't necessary.

Thank you very much, dadoes. This has been extremely helpful.

I came here because I had the same issue on my new HE machine and had never added powdered Oxyclean before. What to do? Especially as my Oxy was sort of um, lumpy. My idea was to mix the Oxy with warm water and whisk until it was dissolved, then stop the machine after it filled with water and add the solution. Seemed to work ok! I was using Deep Fill so I guess the extra soaking time combined with the Oxyclean did the trick.

I just put it in the bottom of the washer, before adding clothes, like I do my powdered detergent. Only use it on DH's white t-shirts and socks. If I'm doing it all wrong, oh well. I called GE when I got my new top load HE machine. They said to add powdered detergent to the bottom, so, I figured powdered oxy would be the same.

Help! Tide oxi clean pods bleaching and ruining my clothes. Anyone else. gE Top loader

Stop using them.

@dadoes I appreciate all the help you and everyone else (RIP, dear @mamapinky0. You sure are missed.) who offered well-reasoned advice gave to solving my dilemma, which I no longer have since purchasing a front-loading HE washer. However, I’m still stuck on the advice to add the OxiClean to the detergent compartment when the OxiClean label says, “Do not mix OxiClean with detergent in the dispenser.”

Your Oxi product pictured is a powder, yes? As stated in responses above several years ago, the instruction is based on an assumption of liquid detergent and powder oxi ... which combined can form a chunky/goopy mixture that won't properly dissolve and flush out of the dispenser drawer or cup.

Don't combine any liquids and powders together in a dispenser cup/reservoir that holds the dosage for the dispenser to be flushed with water.

A frontloader detergent dispenser (and some toploaders with a drawer dispenser) typically has a reservoir cup or a dam piece that holds liquids from running out prematurely, until the incoming water flow overflows the compartment and flushes out the product, then (usually) a siphon tube drains the residual water.

The cup or dam is removed for powders since they won't run out the back, the powder sits in the compartment until the water flow flushes it out (overflowing the cup or hold-back dam).

A heavier goopy combination of liquid+powder sitting in the cup or blocked by the dam doesn't flush and/or dissolve readily.
If you're using liquid detergent and powder oxi (or powder detergent and liquid oxi), then do not mix them together in your frontloader's dispenser.

Liquid detergent and liquid oxi, or powder detergent and powder oxi (with the reservoir cup or hold-back dam removed) can be mixed together.

If you're not sure, then follow the oxi directions and place liquid or powder detergent alone into the dispenser, and liquid or powder oxi directly into the drum.

I recommend adding oxi to the drum before clothes and I ALWAYS use the extra rinse cycle. If you have ever gotten any oxi/water mix on your hands you know how the residue feels and requires more rinsing. I recommend an extra rinse for bleached items as well. This will stop the product from wearing down your clothing

I'm wondering this as well and everyone seemed to have skipped over that the Instructions state to fill the washer with water and then add the oxi powder and then add your laundry. I cannot figure out how to make my Maytag he washer fill with water without laundry already inside the drum. Even on deep fill it still seems to sense there are no clothes in the drum. On older washers this was no problem. I under stand the need to add it to the water prior to laundry so all the powder disolves and will work to it's full capacity. However, I have read my manual and the online FAQs and owners community Q&As and can still not find the answer to how to make the washer fill with water despite being empty of laundry.

If you feel that's necessary, then dissolve the oxi powder in a cup, bowl, whatever of warm water, pour it directly into the washer's tub, load the clothes and start the machine.

Thank u. i share katherine’s dilemna with the Maytag.

After reading this whole thread, i feel pretty confident in putting powder additives in the drum of my top loader and using detergent tray for liquid. however, do the holes in the botttom of the drum affect powder performance? Is the powder not disappearing down those holes?

No moreso than flushing a dispenser into the outer tub.

Thank you, well-reasoned ones. :)

this thread was incredibly helpful and quite entertaining!