How do I get rid of the smell of stagnant water from my clothes

[cikecaka]

My washing machine was broken and the clothes were in the machine for over a week, is there anything I can use to get rid of the smell. Have used fabric conditioner

wash them again on as high a temperature as they will stand - do a prewash if necessary as well. Use fabric softener. Then hang up to dry immediately in a well aired place.

Might take a few attempts.

I hate this. I had a cotton jersey as a teenager I washed myself but completely FORGOT (I was 16 and easily distracted). It was a nightmare to get the smell out.

Cikecaka I thought this was CWWM

Just seen her post on the other thread

Empty cycle with white vinger in drum.

wash clothes in warm water and Bicarbonate of Soda and then hang them out to dry.... it works, I promise!