Bad odor from used washer
Tammy Vogel
2 years ago
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a possible cause of bad dishwasher odors?
Comments (17)A week ago, we returned from a 2-week vacation. Prior to leaving, I ran a "Sanitize" cycle in our Bosch DW and mopped up the water residue down in that 'trap' and also cleaned the filter. And I allowed to door to close (but not latch) as it normally is closed during everyday life. Door was closed for two weeks and it smelled fine upon return. No doors at all. Once we started putting dishes in the sanitized DW, it started to smell awful within hours. Air doesn't circulate or get in the DW because the door closes quite 'closed' before latching, so this has to be the cause. At least, in our house and DW. We can't leave it propped open all day or it causes a traffic hazard. Whatever residue is on the dishes, after scraping and a light rinse, causes the awful odors, combined with lack of good air circulation. I refuse to wash dishes prior to putting them in the DW. Our old Kenmore Elite door just did not close as "closed" as this Bosch door. More air must have gotten in and circulated, because we never had this type odor, and we don't eat weird foods with odd odors; just the normal stuff. Things get bad when we do have the odd highly seasoned meal, though. My other theory is that due to the condensation drying feature, there is less air flow via the steam exhaust vents like all six of our previous DWs. After my highly scientific experiment outlined above (LOL), that is my take on it. I've taken to running the DW every night if it is even half full, just to keep the odor down. Otherwise it be rather disgusting and can knock one over the next day. So much for saving water and electricity . . ....See MoreKenmore washer emitting odor??
Comments (1)You will probably get a lot more info if you post this on the Laundry Forum, where there is a lot of washer/dryer discussion. Good luck!...See MoreBamboo flooring from LL bad odor
Comments (40)Even though the original post in this thread is years old... it seems to have had some recent responses... It ties in with a more RECENT Houzz discussion regarding certain products... [https://www.houzz.com/discussions/chinese-wood-products-worth-the-risk-dsvw-vd~2892328[(https://www.houzz.com/discussions/chinese-wood-products-worth-the-risk-dsvw-vd~2892328) And for the record, the "issues" don't simply apply to "laminates"... they include products in the "engineered" flooring category as well. Anything using a formaldehyde based adhesive in the production process is a candidate. (IMHO)....See MoreFP washer- water left in bottom/foul odor
Comments (6)By and large, powders are better than liquids. Some people using liquids in frontloaders have reported that a musty odor developed, but the problem didn't recur after cleaning their machine and switching to powdered detergent. HE detergent isn't necessary, but it *can* be helpful to prevent oversudsing during the EcoActive wash period. A full dose of a regular/high-sudsing detergent can generate a lot of suds during the EcoActive wash. Also, DON'T wash in only cold water and don't skimp on the detergent dosage (don't overdose, either). The EcoActive wash period sprays detergent water around the tub, but if it's cold, that doesn't do much to keep body oils, dirt, grease, and detergent/softener residue dissolved and washed away. To remove the inner basket: 1. Unplug the machine and turn off the faucets. I recommend disconnecting the water supply hoses from back of the console so the water valve doesn't get cracked if the top is forced back too far when raised up ... although that's not necessary if you're careful. 2. Remove the lid for ease of access. Carefully pry out the two lid bumpers at the sides of the top. Remove the two screws (Phillips screwdriver). 3. Raise up the top. BE CAREFUL not to break the out-of-balance lever that protrudes down at the right-rear from the console. Pull the tub toward the left-front to help the lever clear the tub. An assistant to hold the top up is helpful. 4. Remove the softener dispenser, reach down into the agitator and unscrew the wing nut. Take the agitator out. 5. Unclip the bias spring from the left-front suspension strut. Leave the spring connected to the tub ring. Unsnap the tub ring all the way around and remove it. 6. The inner basket now simply lifts out. Any scum/residue on outside of the basket can be scrubbed with a brush. Be careful of the sharp perforations on the outside. Likewise, the inner tub can be cleaned. Be careful not to damage the seal around the drive shaft. Lay the drain hose on the ground to drain the tub by gravity. 7. Reverse the steps to reassemble. Again, BE CAREFUL of the out-of-balance lever when lowering the top back down....See MoreTammy Vogel
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