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Another washing machine question!

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Princeonthemove · 02/03/2009 21:42

Sorry: slightly different from the previous one...

My washing has suddenly stopped smelling of anything. I haven't changed the cycle, powder or conditioner, and I have taken out the drawer and put through the dishwasher (I thought it could be blocked).

I am left with disappointing watery smelling clothes with not the merest slightest waft of freshness.

I wondered if I should use an 'in wash' powder ball but can't find anywhere to buy one, or maybe try an 'in wash' (rather than drawer) liqui-tab thing.

Has anyone any opinion or have I managed to send you all to sleep?

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homicidalmatriach · 02/03/2009 21:43

Could YOU possibly have a cold?

Princeonthemove · 02/03/2009 21:57

No but I AM quite possibly really dull...

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homicidalmatriach · 02/03/2009 22:14

I'm sure that's not true.

Bounce? If you tumble dry?

I fight desperately to have clothes which smell of nothing when I pull them out - I use scented ironing water and the fragrances can clash if you are not careful, so whatever you've done, if you work it out - can you tell me?

Princeonthemove · 04/03/2009 08:52

I have indeed purchased some scented ironing water. I have also cleaned the trays again and poured boiling water down. Yes, will keep you posted. You are now involved, you mad, mad fool.

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27T · 04/03/2009 09:05

When the washing machine starts to make clothes smell it is usually related to doing low temp washes. Try doing a boil wash (sheets or towels) at least once a week.

This can also happen when you switch to non-bio powders. Again - try doing a boil wash with biological powder once a week.

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