CLEAN your WASHING MACHINE like THIS & Say Bye-bye to Mold, Gunk, Grime, Scum, Brown flakes & Stench

Mold Smell / Drum Removal / Cleaning / Samsung Top Load Washer (Brown Stains) In-depth deep clean
Note: With this particular model if there's water in the drum when you turn it on and push start it will automatically drain (make sure you hold the lid if you have it as shown in the video 8:55
* Samsung WA50R5400AV/US 5.0 cu. ft. Top Load Washer with Super Speed in Black Stainless Steel *
Safety Note: Three prong electrical extension cord plugged into GFCI outlet to supply power to the washer was used in this video
This deep dive deep clean is a last resort option) To prevent stench / mold Fill the washer to the very top with Water +Bleach or Vinegar solution during mid wash cycle pause the unit and let soak for an hour then resume wash cycle 😉This should prevent odor 🙂
0:00 Intro
0:25 Dog in the washer
0:38 Instrument panel
0:55 Remove the top W/Lid
1:41 Remove back cover plate
3:08 Remove top shroud from wash drum
4:04 Remove agitator
5:26 Remove wash drum
7:05 Clean outer wash tub
7:26 Clean inner wash tub
8:18 Drain washer
9:55 Reinstall wash tub
10:16 Reinstall agitator
10:42 Reinstall shroud ring
11:23 Reinstall the top and back cover plate
12:29 No more mold smell

[@seabbaker1870]

Man this is the one of the best instructional videos I've ever seen. It's not fancy edited to make it look all professional! He hit record and even showed when something he tried didn't work. You don't get that with other more professional videos. I really appreciate the whole picture even when something didn't work and he tried something else. Great step by step instructions! I am about to go try this and I know it will work for my smelly mold ridden washing machine. Great Video Sir!!

[@wildwoodtop]

Thanks so much Seab! Bingo! Everything you said is my ultimate goal to come through on video. Real-World Backwoods Ingenuity 😋

[@carolyngordin6091]

no dog thanks

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx!

[@alibon07]

@@wildwoodtop Thank you so much for this great video !!! I will save it for my husband to watch 😁

[@paulseidl4335]

It's amazing that the manufacturer wouldn't provide consumers the maintenance required on their high end products...especially when it was engineered for great performance but inferior to aftermarket issues like mold/mildew, especially in a washer...How many people would do the cleaning like in this video before ditching the machine? Shame on the brand/manufacturers for hiding facts that consumers need...Like recalls for automobiles with issues!

[@steveo601]

We just bought a really nice LG washer and dryer. WiFi. 2 loads in and cloths smell great. You could all but see sewer gas coming out of the old one. Learning how to take the tub out through these video’s. The manufacturer’s should design a way to get to the outside of that tub to clean it. Planned obsolescence at it’s finest!!!!!!!!

[@rosalielaz2365]

If they do their service centers will go broke. 😃😃

[@carla89cc]

The manufacturer wants you to buy a new one every 5 years! They make money that way

[@dcspinz7883]

People are stupid. They will injure themselves and then sue the company.

[@SamanthaLanphear]

This video was so helpful AND fun to watch. You had my husband and I giggling throughout and we are no longer dreading the task. You’re one of the good ones kind sir!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome! 🙂 Thanks for the inspirational comment 👍

[@leonahnyaoso2828]

This is the best Samsung cleaning videos l have seen 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@QueJ88]

One of the best instructional videos , literally cleaning out my washing machine as I make this comment … thank you saved me tons on money

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Saving money in this day in age is important 🤟Thanks for watching 🤗

[@369klipper]

Totally agree, the video was great and explained it just as I would need it to be.

[@paulinarendon8881]

How was the best way to take off the hex screw ? I’m not strong enough

[@wildwoodtop]

@@paulinarendon8881 Are you referencing these 10 mm bolts 🤔 5:26

[@keishachantay00]

​@@wildwoodtop thanks for the video, but what I would like to know is how often do you have to clean it like you did in the vid?

[@anaismartinez9109]

I absolutely admired the descriptive detail in this video. It taught me a lot more about my washing machine that I needed to know especially as a new home owner how to take better care of my appliances so that they will last me longer without having to buy new ones. Thank you so much for sharing how to do this

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx!

[@dallasriker7167]

This video helped so much. We had a buildup of gunk inside, and I think that was causing it to have a hard time balancing. Cleaned everything and got it back together. Could not have done it without you!

[@rosalindasandoval7194]

I'm definitely cleaning my washer like this. I was afraid to take it apart but you made it easy. Thank you!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome! 🙂

[@user-uw7nm4oo7q]

Awesome DIY video. Thank you for taking the time to record this video for us Samsung washer owners who have been trying to figure out correct this problem...

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@stephenpitts1156]

Favorite thing I’ve watched all week!

[@B4man50]

Thank you, your brother is lucky to have you awesome work and video Thank you

[@Juiceman86]

Great video dude! This is my exact washer. I use a washer cleaning tablet every time the self clean light comes on. Haven’t had smells yet, but thought I would inform myself in the event I have to tear it down. Loved how thorough you were with showing each step!

[@wildwoodtop]

Good deal Dude! 🤟

[@maryingreensboro]

Thank you! Great job. I love that you plugged the washer in to help you clean in it. We will be doing this to clean ours out soon. Mold, yuck!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@impCPU]

this is a very helpful video for someone like me whos a young adult and has no idea what they're doing LOL ! i'm gonna keep your video in mind if i need to clean the washer in future :]

[@CitiznDouchebag]

This is exactly what I needed! I know nothing about taking one of these things apart, and I'm confident this is something I can do successfully after watching this video! Thank you kind sir!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@emageemage3807]

Thank you brother!!! I was looking for directions to do this.

[@teresiana2008]

You did a great job! I wish I had a brother like you . Your video is very easy to follow , thank you for sharing.

[@wildwoodtop]

Thank you! You are welcome 👍

[@debbieholt2639]

Thanks So Much!!! I have to do this NOW!!! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@alenissilvestre3357]

This is an amazing step by step video. Thank you so much.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@brigittedavenport3011]

We are doing this Saturday. This is the Best video we found. Easy to follow. Wish us luck.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Good luck 🤗 Thanks for watching 🤟

[@steveroy6334]

Thanks for the great video, my wife wants to clean our washing machine and found your video very informative! Keep up the good work!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx

[@anitadudley7607]

Fantastic job. Made it look so easy. Thanks!

[@wildwoodtop]

Thank You! ✌

[@mgreen3780]

What a nice brother!! Thank you for sharing this helpful video

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 🤗 Thanks for watching 👍

[@trevorrisley5419]

EGGSCELLENT video! Impressively well-done. 👏🏼👏🏼

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx!

[@loveu8910]

I seen in some Asian countries they have professional guys who can come to your house and clean your washing machine and ac unit like this. Good job it looks very clean.

[@THEPOPTART2010]

I gotta say what a very great video you did hear. Very calm and relaxing how you worked on this. I just did mine today and couldn't believe how disgusting it was in side. Thank you for the great tutorial!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@kevinserna4779]

You sir are a Legend. Great video for a new dad

[@stanleystriker7065]

Thanks for making this video. Great camera work and love your sense of humor. I've got 2 washing machines to clean in the near future.... :)

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍Thanks for watching 🤟

[@Sigmatic850]

Why are we calling it a “she”? Hahaha

[@agrant2794]

Great video, now I can clean my POS!

[@gentlerainelectricalandele7913]

Aww thanks for this video this is what I have been looking for long, now I can wash my machine.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@brandanchalfant2187]

I love the commentary while he’s doing it 👍

[@anthonymolero113]

Great COMPLETE Video! Good Job! You da MAN! Thank you very much!

[@wildwoodtop]

You da MAN for watching 🤟

[@luckyangel943]

Not only i learned. I enjoyed watching this soooo much. U need ur own TV show

[@wildwoodtop]

lol Thx Luckyange 👍

[@lesvanbelkum1903]

great help. thank you so much for this video.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@lindseyheron6916]

You saved my life with this video. I am lucky to have found this so thank you!!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@AnaCarlaBH]

Thank you for the education! It was very helpful!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@mcchulogan91]

Thanks for the guidance step by step. Much appreciated

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@ronaldfuhrer]

I knew it was you when I heard your voice.. but when I saw the dog,I was sure.. you showed me how to change the headlights on my CTS..I really like how you explain things.. Thanks

[@wildwoodtop]

🤭 voice 🤫 You are welcome! 👍

[@carla89cc]

Good as new! You did a great job cleaning it!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx!

[@jeaninet.991]

I just want to thank you so much for doing this! You just save me from buying a new washing machine!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Good luck 🤗 Thanks for watching 🤟

[@bblanco721]

I’d like to second this!! My Samsung is 2 years old and after a year it started leaving literal dirt and grime on all my clothes that I stopped using it for about six months now. Today I decided to try to take it apart after countless attempts of cleaning it with vinegar, baking soda , and self cleaning cycles. I’m trying this as my last resort. Best video I’ve seen out of many on Samsungs that have mold and dirt not too long after being purchased ( with weekly maintenance).

[@tvertver4048]

Great video. I learned so much from this. We have one of these washers and this mold and gunk will drive you crazy.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@holliehartman1268]

You are such a joy to watch! Thank you so much! You are such a great brother!! Wow, so awesome!

[@wildwoodtop]

Hollie You're much too kind! Thank you 👍

[@oopz1]

well explained and clear instructions..Thank you Sir.. Im gonna get my mouldy washing machine cleaned up now

[@wildwoodtop]

Bravo Anoop! 🤟Thanks so much! 👍 You are welcome! ✌

[@evelynbarragan3554]

Thanks for the video, it was super helpful!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍Thanks for watching 🤟

[@PrimaryIgnition]

You sir, are a great American and a great brother.

[@wildwoodtop]

Thanks for the inspirational comment 👍

[@baseballjc94]

Awesome video. I came for the instructional cleaning and liked and commented just because of the dog. Cute pooch

[@wildwoodtop]

Doggie 😋👍

[@RoliandLiya]

Oh my gosh!! Thank you so much for posting and sharing your video. I have always been looking on how to deep clean this type of washing machine and was not successful. I also have the washing machine the same brand the same model and now I know where is the foul smell and the gunk coming from no matter how I try to do the self clean the machine. I will ask my husband to do it. Thank you and bless you.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@chrissinger24]

Use a screwdriver to pick up the agitator plate from the center not from the sides. I had consistently been using the Affresh tablets and stopped using fabric softener. The thing is when I did take a look at the drum is was basically squeaky clean already so…if you’re consistently doing the cleaning tablets you could probably skip this. Though I really appreciate how instructive this video is.

[@user-jt8uc6rg6n]

Thanks man, this is really informative.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@anthonylopresti3078]

Great job

[@newmixer1]

Time to clean mine! Thanks👍🏽

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome

[@elijahstiner2221]

Thanks for the video!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@CilantroWithHugs]

Amazing video!!!

[@kjm7899]

Love this video. You made it fun to watch. Not, however, too much fun to clean my washer. Think I'm going to hire it done :) :) :)

[@wildwoodtop]

😋🥳✌

[@gordo924]

Saved this video. Cuz I’ll be cleaning mine next week!

[@wildwoodtop]

Awesome sauce 👍

[@curtiswhite8914]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I seriously thought I was going to have to hire somebody to clean out the washing machine and pay a couple hundred dollars doing it… I have a project this coming week now that I feel confident doing thanks to this video!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍As long as everything comes apart without difficulty it's a piece of cake 😉

[@josepuro2796]

Thank you Simply Spectacular Video You explained everything perfectly and easy to understand. 5 stars all the way 🙏🙏

[@wildwoodtop]

Thanks for the inspirational comments 🤗 You are welcome 👍

[@SportyBlackwell76]

Awesome work my guy!!!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx!

[@bctopper]

Thank you man! Super helpful!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@smithmusicstudies]

You crack me up! Thank you! "Make sure the noogies line up with the notches!"

[@wildwoodtop]

Noogie Notch Line Up 😋 Should be a new dance (Notchiness)

[@13aspen21]

I have the same unit and after three years of use it started to have a bit of a stink to it as well. I now know what next Saturday hold in store for me. Thanks for the education

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 8:54 make sure you hold the lid lock mechanism

[@JasonSmith-qx3zh]

Great job awesome video I had to replace my transmission it was good but the threads for the agitator were in very bad shape and wouldn't hold the plastic. On my model, you couldn't replace the shaft it was built to replace the whole thing dang engineers! Thanks for the share hadden had any odor problems since. I use dishwasher machine gel to maintain it works well too.

[@stephanieaguirre76]

good as new. i also have the washing machine. Never had an issue 😊

[@roul2241]

Very helpful video thank you Sir.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@ejet9900]

The best instructor

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx!

[@OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro]

Hi. I'm watching this video in 2023. I'm going to attempt to fix my own washing machine following your advice. Thank you for sharing this with us.🙂👋🏽👨🏽‍⚕️

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@steveglover2401]

good job!

[@TheDankCat127]

Thanks for the video. I recently had to do this to my old Samsung due to moldy flakes getting in our laundry. You wouldn’t believe the amount of filth in that thing. I can live with it if nasty buildup is just an inherent problem with top-load washers, but you’d think the manufacturer could at least make these easier to take apart so we can clean them.

[@wildwoodtop]

I feel your pain! They should have rinse Jets between the wash drum and the outer Barrel that are activated during rinse cycle to solve this problem 🙂

[@evankam28]

Uugh, and don't forget the detergent dispenser/holder. Can't take it out without nearly prying your own fingers off your hand!

[@outdoorsywannabe1888]

Once a month run it normal/clean cycle no clothes. Put oxi powder + a 1/2 cup of citric acid powder food grade it will keep it clean.

[@Zamarae]

That dog is SOOO CUTEEEE❤!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

Thank you 😊

[@simplyj_17]

Thank you will be doing this to mine if the self clean doesn’t work out!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@musicman64forever]

Good job, I just bought cleaning tablets that you can put clean cycle on and it is supposed to do the same thing without taking it apart. I still love taking everything apart myself but will try the tablets

[@HiddenTreasuresEnt]

This was entertaining they guy seems to have a great spirit

[@wildwoodtop]

Spirit in check! 👍 Thanks for the inspirational comment 🤗

[@felixmelendez5814]

Very nice video 👌

[@jamesbower5995]

Nice! Great video!

[@wildwoodtop]

Thank You 👍

[@spm1185]

thanks

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@roselynes]

This video is very helpful. Saving it for the weekend. New friend here

[@wildwoodtop]

Awesome sauce! Thanks for watching ✌

[@debbieholt2639]

Great Video!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

Thx Debbie 😊

[@christianubnoskye3515]

I clean mine once a month, or bi monthly depending on how many extra laundry days I’ve had. But I use affresh tablets. So far it’s been a lifesaver. My last washer was disgusting! I had no idea until could clean them with anything, so I only used a clean cycle run with a little vinegar. I was a very misinformed lady. lol

[@chrisferrandino9563]

Great video, thank you!!!!!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@jamesmelendez4549]

Very good video. I have the same washer. Plan on doing that to mine.

[@wildwoodtop]

does your machine have an odor you can't get rid of through standard cleaning?

[@jamesmelendez4549]

@@wildwoodtop no it does not. But, it's only 7 months old. So I'm sure that even when I use the self clean cycle it will eventually over time get that mildew smell.

[@wildwoodtop]

Absolutely James Especially if you're using liquid detergent it slowly builds up. It's been 5 months since the cleaning and there is no door whatsoever. Cheers!

[@korymoorefield7964]

Thanks !!!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@vickyholder1310]

Great video very informative. Thank you for your video it'll save me from buying a new washer. Watching from Sydney Australia

[@wildwoodtop]

Awesome sauce Mate 👍

[@Hai_heartsformeee]

Awesome video! You made me laugh! But totally helped me out thanks!

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍 Thx!

[@ironrlo85]

FANTASTICO Sr.

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome! 👍 Thank 🙂

[@Arzdnej]

I've fixed mold smell by using some hospital grade detergent to wash my towels on highest possible temperature (good towels that won't shrink on almost boiling point water temp).

[@cherrypie7861]

Havent finished the video but doggo in the washer gets an automatic up vote 😂

[@wildwoodtop]

lol cherrypie 😋

[@Zodd1001]

Awesome video need to do this to mine, very informative how to. Thank you and the laughter I got from from your comment, “Why is it female…okay that’s why it smells” 🤣🤣

[@wildwoodtop]

lol glad you got a kick out of that - She cleans up real nice! lol

[@danriemz]

Excellent video! Made disassembling and cleaning my washing machine easy. Any suggestions for preventing build up from accumulating again?

[@wildwoodtop]

Usually a deep clean cycle every month will keep your washer clean. However liquid detergents are known for clinging to the wash tub/barrel creating substantial build up overtime which will lead to an unpleasant odor. Powder detergent might be a better option (They should have rinse Jets between the wash drum and the outer Barrel that are activated during rinse cycle to solve this problem 🙂

[@brendalee1265]

I have a little dog that looks exactly like yours.❤

[@BibleTime777]

A dog?!? I better check mine!!! Lol, God Bless Man!

[@pechodom1731]

wow!very good dady..

[@wildwoodtop]

You're welcome mama 😋

[@sunshinec8288]

I think my Samsung washer almost same as this one ,I have tried many times to get it out but can’t get it,look like my washer have different screws,I will try it again .😊

[@ItsJoytastic]

This is so encouraging to see that my washer can be taken apart. I made the mistake of washing some filthy muddy clothes in there recently and now I’m contending with residual sand. I’ve run 2 clean cycles (one with bleach to get rid of any potential bacteria) but still see evidence of sand. I know it can be damaging to the washer and clog up the drain pipe. Is it worth pulling the whole washer apart to rid it of the sand, or just the bottom cover and vacuum what I can see?

[@wildwoodtop]

Make sure it's good and dry then remove the cover and vacuum (wet sand will not vacuum very well) this would give you a visual of how much is actually in the bottom. However each time you do a load of wash the sand would be diluted in the water and eventually exit via drain cycle (sand mixed with water shouldn't clog your plumbing system)

[@sosoba4636]

Thanks 🙏

[@wildwoodtop]

You are welcome 👍

[@michaelzoran]

QUESTION: I have a Samsung Washing Machine with a Self Clean feature. It was starting to have grains of sand type material after the Self Cleaning feature was used. It didn't do that in the past. I then bought Affresh, and it achieved larger results. There were large brown strings of scum for several times in a row when using the Self Cleaning feature with Affresh. So, I thought progress was being made. But, after about five uses of Affresh with the Self Clean, there was always the virtually identical result of having a small amount of residue similar to pieces of sand in the machine. It was like this even without using Affresh and only using the Self Clean. It seems like there is nothing that can be done at this point. Every time the machine is used, there are a tiny amount of particles of materials similar to tiny pieces of sand. What can be done to fix this problem?

[@wildwoodtop]

Wished I could help Mike but I haven't ran into any sand situations and I'm not familiar with Affresh. Personally I didn't try any self cleaning procedures due to my brother conveying he couldn't get rid of the smell so I went full-bore with the cleaning as depicted in the video

[@jeffbarnowske5598]

Nice video. One note : you say that this is a last resort, after cleaning & soaking in mid wash with bleach or vinegar. Actually, you should use the Self Clean cycle it has on the selector. Runs with much hotter water, aggressive agitation, and for about 2 hours.

[@s.i.john16.33]

I've used the self clean cycle on my Samsung washer with vinegar and baking soda multiple times. Now, I'm taking my washer apart and finding moldy grime inside. The self clean cycle doesn't do enough!

[@TheCoolVivie]

Wow! you made the task look even fun!!!!! Thank you for this video. I've seen quite a lot of videos, and yours it's so nicely taught. So, you just hit spin to drain the stinky dirty water after you clean the bottom?

[@wildwoodtop]

Thank you for the nice comment Feel free to stop by sometime for some milk and cookies 😊 with this particular model if there's water in the drum when you turn it on and push start it automatically drains (make sure you hold the lid if you have it as shown in the video 8:55

[@curiousone7863]

I've done this a number of times with my LG which is almost identical. Another place where lint and mold collect is in between the layers of the agitator. There's a stainless steel upper part and a plastic lower part. Lint gets in between these layers and rots. The only way I was able to address this is by using muriatic acid to eat it away. Using strong chlorine (pool bleach) might also work. I also replaced the agitator because I couldn't get it clean.

[@wildwoodtop]

Curious 👍 Muriatic acid 😲 well deluded I assume 🤔 Muriatic acid will wreak havoc if set too long or used too often 🙂

[@curiousone7863]

@@wildwoodtop Just the agitator after it's removed from the drum and then I used the pool shock muriatic acid (not sure what strength it is). It is VERY corrosive and harmful if you get it on your skin, in your eyes or you breath the fumes so use with great caution (gloves and eye protection required). But it did eat away at the lint. Otherwise, replace the agitator or try bleach (which is also hazardous especially when you use the pool strength which is much stringer than laundry bleach). DON'T mix bleach with acid though!

[@Gosithah]

Omg; it’s a very great video. I have a same washer. But I don’t think I can do this cleaning like you. I wish I can hire you in CA here :)

[@wildwoodtop]

Thanks for the offer to visit Cali 🤗