My washing machine is about 18 months old.
Just recently it has started to smell. A damp mouldy type of whiff.
I generally leave the washing machine door open when not in use as per instructions) to allow the rubber to dry. I also reguarly clean out the detergent drawer, take it out completely etc.
Anyway I have been aware of the smell for a week or 2. Last weekend I decided to put on a few boil washes as I do in general wash most things at 30 in the hope it might improve the issue.
Last night I did a load and when I took the washing out it actually smelt slightly iffey (mouldy).
So this morning I have had DH pull the washer out and check all the pipes (in and out) etc. I have done 2 3 hour empty boil wash runs with white vinegar and also some Viakal, although tbh for the past 5 months we have lived in a soft water area, so not sure limescale would be the issue. DH checked around the washer etc and there is no sign of any leaks/blockages etc. We have checked all the filters.
Anyway - It has improved but there is still a slight mouldy whiff.
Does anyone else have this problem? Any tips or advice? Not sure what to try next.
I am wondering if this is a problem with washing 90% of my regular loads on a low temperature (like 30 degrees) most if the time.