Front End Loader Washer Smells

The history of front load washers.

Front end loader washer smells.

Front load washers are a popular style of washing machine but some owners complain that front loaders are more likely to develop odors than top loaders. To get rid of the mold smell in a front loader washing machine start by using a rag to wipe down the rubber gasket around the door of the washer with hot soapy water. This machine was fully automated and would wash spin and drain with no help from the homemaker. When finished leave the washer door open for several hours to air it out.

Run your washer a second time on the same cycle with hot water only. Next remove the soap dispenser and use an old toothbrush and soapy water to get any residue out of the nooks and crannies. This is an actual fix and not just masking the problem by cleaning it again and again. Following these cleaning suggestions can prevent mold from ever starting in new front load washers and it will fight existing mold in smelly front load washers.

Front load washers have been around for many many years. This article will cover how to fix your own washer to finally get rid of smelly washer syndrome that gross smell that all washers not just front loaders can get over time. These high efficiency washers that use less water per load are a standard design in europe and around the world and users generally know how to use and clean them.