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My washing machine smells like something died in there!

7 replies

GargoylesofBeelzebub · 17/08/2024 00:58

We've done several 90 degree washes with vinegar, bicarbonate, bio washing powder etc.

The smell just seems to be getting worse!

What next?

OP posts:
pinkgown · 17/08/2024 01:12

Clean the filter?
Or have a peer beneath and behind to see if something like a mouse actually has died 🐀

WhyArePiratesCalledPiratessss · 17/08/2024 01:12

Clean the drawer

ForKeenLimeOtter · 17/08/2024 01:20

Drain and clear the filter. Make sure you leave the door ajar when not in use.

Gingerkittykat · 17/08/2024 01:52

I had a sock in the pipes when my machine smelled like this.

sleepandcoffee · 17/08/2024 01:52

I had this recently after doing a clean on the machine , as others have said it was the filter causing the awful smell

GargoylesofBeelzebub · 17/08/2024 07:26

OK I guess DH is cleaning the filter today. (I've just had surgery) 😂 Thanks everyone.

OP posts:
NigelHarmansNewWife · 17/08/2024 07:30

If there's a lot of gunk in there, it can take a while to clear it and the first attempts can loosen everything instead of getting rid of it.

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