Lawsuits: Many front-load washing machines contain hidden mold

Mold could be growing inside your washing machine, and you may never even know it, according to attorneys representing consumers.

[@marksteven3534]

My son's a slob! He's wrecking my washer, here's a picture of him.

[@vistron888]

It's the son who should be suing.

[@arianacortez474]

hahhaha poor son blaming the smell on him why did they even have to show his picture, how shameful

[@Quzie112]

+Ariana Cortez i was laughing at her she called him a slob and said the smell was comeinf from his clothes stupid lady

[@babyinamanger4572]

and shes a fat slob herself. fat slobs blame everything on someone they can hope to eventually rob for more food money

[@ahoo5753]

Just part of the problem with-that junk,you see in an effort to conserve water ,the think tank made washers that use less water.guess what happened next ,you got it in the end again,but hay they reduced the water.great, now they stink and won't balance when they spin,I'll never buy another💩

[@tlcgusa1851]

Baby In A Manger Seems that you're the only slob here...what a vile person you are. Why is there video after video of how to clean out mold in front loaders if there is no problem?

[@heraldsison5410]

Hahahaha

[@alextilson5809]

All of us in Europe have front loading washing washing machines I use a Asko, a Swedish washing machine with a 2000 rpm spin, I have never had a issue with mould and I have had Hoover, and other brands. I always leave the door open after I have used it to let it dry out inside. A front loader is not like a top loading washing machine, you must leave the door open or it will get mouldy,

[@mathildaapril1175]

Even top load, people have it open too. People don’t know how to use front load so they blame the company.

[@alextilson5809]

@@mathildaapril1175 very true, even when you think all the water is out of a front loading machine their is always water in the pump, same with a top loading machine also, so mould will build up if no air can circulate

[@lapub.]

Special mold recipe for everyone : low temperature wash, liguid detergent and softeners. Receipe for mold free : Powder, no software and hight temperature (90°C) once a month. Use it to wash towels and feel how fresh they'll be

[@INJURYCOMP]

Bottom line. Always leave your washer lid open between washes. The washer bin CANNOT dry if the lid is kept closed. The washer bin and things you can't readily see will grow mold and/or mildew if the lid is closed. If you have a top-loader, leave the washer lid open in between washes. If you have a front-loader, leave the washer lid open between washes (I don't buy front-loaders for this very reason). The same principle goes for the dishwasher. The lid should always be left open slightly or you will grow mold and/or mildew in there. The same principle goes for the bathroom. If the door is always closed (and there is no window to allow moisture to dry) the moisture will mold and/or mildew. Anything that is left wet in an enclosed space can mold or mildew.

[@dennisgoans701]

Long time servicer here. If people had only seen some of the crap I've seen in ALL brands and types of washers. They'd go back to using washboards.

[@mikebennett703]

Simply not enough water. Sue the government

[@MrPhinn1]

These machines require "babysitting" to keep the mold away, but it must be done. We leave the door open when not in use, remove the tray when not in use (and wipe inside the housing), and wipe the inside of the drum after use.

[@ChicagoDeepHouseHead]

the first problem is that she dumped a whole cup full of detergent. only a tbls spoon is needed! that residue on cold will grow mold and if you don't leave the doors open

[@suetolstad7199]

I use 1 tbsp in my wash. I left the door open all the time. I have horrible mold problem and have receive from Whirlpool the class actions suit where I may choose 3 different ways to become reimbursed. I was given a year's worth of Tide with my new washer, 10 years later I still have some left. So that blows your theory! Whirlpool has admitted on their site that a consumer can have mold. They have hundreds of their own attorneys. If they were in the right, they would not be paying out tons of money to consumers? We had washer repair man here that installed my new washer last week, and he admitted that the washers in the 2000's had problems with mold due to the backwash of dirty water into the corregated outlet hose. He has replaced hundreds of them packed with mold. But it sounds like you know more than washer repair men.

[@babyinamanger4572]

soap doesnt grow mold idiot. soap is what you woudl use to clean mold

[@wolfschindler8921]

Do your homework fool!!!

[@cheesetoast99]

She is using WAY to much detergent, just dumping it in there. that's her problem.

[@wolfschindler8921]

I agree. I can wash all week with that much detergent she uses for one wash. You should never use liquid detergent in a front loader, unless you want to kill it, lol. Unfortunately there is no medicine for stupidity!

[@panafricanmarxist7632]

Wolf Plato there is a medicine school

[@Dirty_Bear22]

Wolf Plato and what's wrong with liquid detergent?

[@wolfschindler8921]

It is a consensus between washing machine servicing engineers that liquid detergents cause a black build-up of grime inside your machine that over time hardens, grinding down the seals and eventually leading to corrosion and bearing failure. The reason for this is the animal fats contained in it. Use only powder detergent and avoid fabric softeners, as they gum up the machine. Use only half the recommended amount of powder detergent. That's enough! My Samsung washer is 20 years old and still works like new. Too much detergent residue attracts moisture which microorganisms love.

[@Dirty_Bear22]

Wolf Plato Strange... I have a speed queen which I used mostly liquid detergent for about 15 years now without issues. Surely detergent makers wouldn't of made liquid detergent for so long if it caused such problems, I think it's more of a issue of using to much detergent (liquid or powder) and not leaving the door open for air exchange and a lack of maintenance. A side note is that all major brands of liquid detergent don't contain any animal products, and the formulation between powder and liquid is very similar with only slightly different fillers. liquid detergent like tide doesn't have any fats or waxes only reason for reside is probably using to much.

[@Voyager1786]

In the UK most people have front loading machines, in the draw you need to take it out clean it regularly to stop mould build up and you should clean the cavity the draw goes in, at the end of the day the draw gets forgotten about and water will create mould if left to sit in a confined space, and you need to wipe the rubber seal to remove detergent/conditioner etc, and you should always put the machine on a service wash (any cycle that reaches 90 or more degrees) with a small amount of bleach in a plastic pot put directly in to the drum (with no laundry of course) and then a separate rinse cycle to remove any residual bleach at least once or twice a month. I've done this with all my machines and I never get any problems, you should also leave the door open when not in use and the draw open, this allows air to circulate and keep it dry. It seems to me that these people just didn't maintain their machines, and then thought of another way to get money out of a company. Maintain your machine and you won't get these problems.

[@kansasthunderman1]

Christopher Tinker I've never had to clean a conventional washer and there's no mold or residue build up either.

[@babyinamanger4572]

just like flat screen tvs its a scam to sell garbage to retards and hispters

[@Angora573]

Ewwwww just because there is no mould it doesn't mean you shouldn't clean your washer every month at least!

[@davidpaul9353]

Or, the consumer could actually read their owners manual that gives instructions on keeping the washer clean and free of mold.

[@kansasthunderman1]

@EpiDemic117 Nope, these so called "he" washers don't use enough water and they just move the dirt around..

[@Joemil271]

You must clean the compartments also

[@anthonylawrence60]

the smell is caused by fabric conditioner [or rather the over use of it ]Most people use too much of it most of which never gets washed away because of its consistency it sticks to the inside of the machine and stinks .I haven't used it for years

[@yambo59]

I have a 40 year old top load GE Filterflo and no mold problems. Funny how front loaders in Laundromats don't have these issues, and I notice that home front loaders have the wide rubber door gaskets that hold water, commercial Laundromats do not have these water trapping gaskets, why-?

[@orangeradios]

Exactly. Top Loaders last forever

[@yambo59]

Theres a place where im at that refurbs. and sells nothing but used home and commercial laundromat washers and dryers, some fridges and stoves and theyre doing a killer business. One of the good direct drive whirlpools from when they were still good brings $200 or so, a nice vintage Maytag $400 - $500 if its a really clean deluxe model. People will pay it because the smart ones are catching on -- the best choices for a top loader now are a good used one from back in the day which is cheaper, or a new Speed Queen (expensive) which I bought recently when I found out the outer wash tub on my 1977 GE filterflo had started rusting out. Id like to have one of the old direct drive whirlpools too as a back up because they last a long time and are one of the easiest machines to service ive ever seen, early Kenmores are the same washer and equally as good a friend of mine has one.

[@jeromedavis8575]

I ask the same question. Why?

[@Bunkysworkshop]

Leave the door to the washer open along with the detergent compartment when not in use. I was having this problem until I realized the moisture was being trapped inside the washer because i was keeping the washer closed when not in use. READ THE OWNERS MANUAL PEOPLE

[@alextilson5809]

I love your reply, I live in the UK and we all use front loaders, and we never have mould problems, I have a Swedish Asko washing machine with a 2000 rpm spin speed drying is no problem with my machine

[@justforthetv]

No. Stop falling for the nonsense that these companies try to put into their customers, We should not have to do all of this. These are design flaws lol. The companies need to better design these machines better for in home use.

[@GSPirosaki]

Buy a top loader.

[@kansasthunderman1]

@@justforthetv If there's mold in the washer, then it's not really washing clothes either.

[@heraldsison5410]

How about the consumer doesnt know how to read? Lol they end up filing a lawsuit. Hahaha

[@bekofan]

Recently bought an LG washer and I did own a whirpool washer,both different eras and years manufactured,yet the whirpool had no mould when bought whatsoever but after not even 3 days of it being left alone mould created on every single inch of the drum,mentioning it was a 14 years old washer,the LG on the other hand is 5-6 years old yet it doesn't have a selfcleaning function such as the higher priced ones had at the time yet none of the brands at least mentioned "run a high temperature wash every month to keep your washer clean" , they simply mention to run a selfclean cycle on the washers that have such cycle's...it is a real problem but on the other had it can also be a users fault as in an electrolux washer it says "leave the door and drawer slightly open" ....they also suggest using bleach every 2 months on cottons 95 for cleaning

[@gamerwhiz6847]

You didn't say what happened with your LG. Did it have a mold problem?

[@bekofan]

@@gamerwhiz6847 it did have a mould problem,and still does but I am fed up with all these crappy models unless I won't try the tol model of LG I won't say that they're crap...even tho they are same goes for w/i/h group but at least those dissolve detergents and can wash

[@jeromedavis8575]

This is why laundromats leave their front load washers open.

[@boostedmaniac]

The problem is government pushing low water and energy use which pushed us to front load washer which are inferior to traditional top loaders. All of the front loaders I've seen have a musty smell unless you leave the door open, have fans or whatever to dry the drum.

[@Zanewv]

Its not the companies fault there's mold, the manual tells you how to clean it.

[@gregdali1011]

because in USA people mostly use top load washers , with front load they don’t leave the door open for air circulation, also they have to be cleaned once a month and Americans don’t do that

[@sandramunoz7155]

bought our whirlpool duet in 2012. used it for 6 months. moved overseas so it was stored, returned was fine for 1 year. now we are experiencing nasty smells too. tried everything. bought a new drain hose. cleaned around door, and even behind the soap dispenser where there was mold. I'm really upset for paying so much for a washer that SUCKS!

[@carylhalfwassen8555]

Ruth puts 10 times the amount of detergent needed!

[@BenzParts123]

Did you see all that detergent? Another case of someone not reading the manuals or being told to stop using so much detergent. If I used that much detergent I would expect my machine to have either a quick death or a serious residue problem.

[@BroccoliBeefed]

Or, gee a mold problem...

[@davidworley6757]

The problem is NOT mold... And NOT the detergent ... The problem is component deterioration from electrolysis.

[@jeromedavis8575]

People are stupid! Not doing laundry properly!

[@mikebennett703]

The manufacturers in turn should sue the government because it's their fault these ineffective and unsanitary machines exist in the first place.

[@jeromedavis8575]

And they should be sued into the ground! Do they think we're stupid?

[@score14theteam]

First, buy a Miele it's the best machine on the market. Next, periodically use CLR to clean the machine (warm) followed by a chlorine cycle and a rinse cycle for good measure. You'll have no issue following routine PM like I suggested.

[@Legendarygaming-wu5pc]

We have a 2019 LG front loader and no mold is in it yet because we leave the door wide open when it is not in use. But the drum holder is dog hair heaven considering we have a dog that sheds alot!

[@peruface]

Whoa too much detergents soap. Only two tablespoons!!! That's why you were getting that mold, and ur new one will too if you don't change ur ways!

[@mels8966]

Here in the UK, where front loaders are the norm, we leave the door open between washes to prevent mould growing on the door seal. And the powder detergents sold here contain oxygen bleaching agents and a bleach activator as standard, which kills mould and bacteria even at low temperatures.

[@johndoe-vc1we]

Could you name some detergents that come with what you described?

[@lapub.]

@@johndoe-vc1we Any powder detergent will do the trick, liquid one contain chemical to made them gooey then deposit all inside the washer. Use powder and wash your towels (or any cotton clothes that will bear the temp) at 90°C once a month and it will clean itself and stay clean !

[@nameundetected6867]

I pulled apart my top loader to fix a pipe that come undone it had mould inside it too, dishwashers are prone get mould as well, anything that was water siting still inside it for a couple days can.

[@Matthew-jp4sn]

People are using too much soap and the washer doesn't rinse it all out all you need is a tablespoon in front load washers. Plus doesn't open the soap tray and the door to air it out that's why you have mold in there.

[@roli-3642]

I have a 13 year old Whirlpool washer with that old turn dial and it never had mold. If you know how to take care of your washer you won t have problems

[@MDealer]

It's not just Whirlpool... I've had a washer from 2009 that was moldy, but didn't have an odor. The odor is when it's way too late. I run the boil program at least every 6 months now on my new machine.

[@idacardenas7884]

I had the same ugly smell in my machine n clothes were starting to stink, even after washing it twice. But I fixed the odor problem with my front loading washing machine. It no longer smells n ALL the mold is dried up. Now every time I wash a load I add about 3 gallons of water with extra detergent to every load n then add more water again when it goes into the liquid fabric softner cycle too. It's extra work for me but I don't mind it cause all my clothes come out so clean n soft n smell so good n the thing I like best is since I add more water I can add more clothes. I'm washing up to 15 blue jeans n 20 towels now. I can really stuff the tub n it all washes better with extra water n extra detergent. This next step is very important.....When I'm done with all the washing I end it with a Bleach cycle on hot n leave Door OPEN ALL THE TIME so it ventilates. I wipe away any mold when it's still wet inside the rubber seal that's around the door n absorb what little water is left behind that rubber seal with paper towels. N now the problem is fixed. I will continue to do this until machine breaks down or something n then I'll buy a regular washing machine that uses lots of water. Those are really the best ones to use, in my opinion. Hope this helps cause it sure is working great for me.

[@vikingvic]

Ida Cardenas Just make sure youre using a H.E deteregent.. And not too much of it. Also important to do a "service wash" cycle every once in a while. For example with a big pile of socks, set the temperature for the hot (95C)... This is basic maintaince. If you have it, reading the manual also helps! ::)

[@vikingvic]

Ida Cardenas 95 c = 200 F.. Basic maintainance, like changing oil in a engine.

[@kansasthunderman1]

3Dtimespace I can use cold water in my old fashioned top loader and never do a "service wash", never leave the lid open either. There's no stink or mold problem either.

[@vikingvic]

kansasthunderman1 yeah keep doing that for a few years straight. No you havent.

[@crunchycrispybacon]

Ida Cardenas How is a smell "ugly" if you can't see it??

[@jfphotography69]

Newsflash for the dirt bags in here, yes after each load you need to wipe down the front gasket, closing the door with water still in the machine "especially in a damp place like a laundry room" and you will see some mold growth OVER time, what I do is wipe down the front gasket with a dry towel, then every month just spray some Lysol Mold and Mildew cleaner around the gasket "sold at your local super market", let it sit for 10 to 20 minutes, the mold and mildew just vanishes, then just use the tub clean feature on the machine and use this tub cleaning detergent and all is well www.amazon.com/Glisten-Cleaner-Deodorizer-Washing-Machine/dp/B00K17668M?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

[@zanderthurston3754]

Someone needs to tell her to use less detergent it’s not good for those kinds of machines or really any machine

[@TNTTFAM]

I have mold in my washer where it's in site as soon as I open the door and I've called the company so many times and still nothing

[@NumaticVacuum]

LOL, all front loaders can have this problem, it is not really a problem, if you clean your washing machine like you should do, you will not get the mould build up. It is because Americans are new to front loaders as they were not that popular there as they were/are in the UK and they do not know how to care for them properly! Front loaders are FAR better, they clean better, have longer wash programmes, use less water, spin the close a LOT faster and have detergent dispensers unlike a lot of top load machines.

[@kansasthunderman1]

NumaticVacuum I've never had to clean a conventional washer and there's no mold or residue build up either. Americans are new to front loaders like they're new to socialism and communism and haven't learned to "adapt" yet.

[@DanielRichards644]

+kansasthunderman1 I've seen old conventional washers build up a "soapscum" like ring on the drum and also develop an odor if the lid is left shut when not in use.

[@babyinamanger4572]

wow your comment really adds to the conversation daniel

[@DanielRichards644]

Baby In A Manger was I talking to you , NO, I was responding to the comment with my own personal experience of top loading machines.

[@annecharley1133]

What a load of nonsense! I have used front loaders made by various manufacturers for decades . . (top loaders are almost unheard of here in the UK), and I've never experienced any of these problems, nor heard anyone else have any complaints. I suspect the problem is caused by not knowing how to use a front loader. You must leave the door slightly ajar when not in use and use about half the recommended dosage of detergent, (clothes will be perfectly clean and there should be no visible suds during the wash). I use the boil wash cycle regularly, but if you only use the lower temperatures, then run the boil wash once a week (no detergent necessary if the machine is empty). That's it. No machine containing water is going to stay clean and dry if you keep it shut, overload it with detergent which can't be rinsed out thoroughly so goes stale, and never sterilize it with super hot water. Ridiculous.

[@suetolstad7199]

We don't have a boil cycle in the U.S. I guess our clothes don't become that dirty. I left my door open all the time. I used soda, chlorine, etc. If its a bunch of nonsense why did I receive a postcard from Whirlpool on a class action suit that is successful and that I may receive reimbursement in 3 types of ways. They are admitting on their site that with in 5 years consumers can have mold. THEY ARE ADMITTING IT. So what does that do to your theory? A company would not admit and reimburse God knows how much money if they were in the right.

[@blakaeg]

I agree with you Anne. Its crazy that in the US front loaders are such a big issue wen we have been using them for decades in the UK.

[@annecharley1133]

Diana Yes, you're so right Diana. Leave the door and detergent dispenser drawer slightly open when not in use. Run the boil wash once a week (either with towels like I do) or empty with no soap if you only usually use low temps. Detergent manufacturers always recommend too much soap - they want to make more money of course! We have hard water, but I still only use about half the dose of detergent and can still see some bubbles. Everything still comes out clean and fresh. We only use front loaders in the UK and Europe and we don't have any problems.

[@LucyGooseyMomof3]

I have a brand new Samsung front loader. Only 3 weeks old and have never shut the door on it. It smells already! Maybe they can't smell in the UK? I mean, why attack US for a problem that many complain about? Maybe the UK has better regulations on the machines and they don't allow companies to send them junk that doesn't work right? I had a samsung top loader before this that has a lawsuit against it because it explodes. The bleach dispenser on mine was so corroded after 2 years that I thought it was going to break off. My front loader doesn't have a "boil" cycle, it has a 4 hour clean cycle, which I am running now after only 3 weeks, on a brand new machine. I can't wait to see how bad this thing smells in 6 months. I'm so sad I purchased this front loader.

[@annecharley1133]

LucyGooseyMomof3 I'm sorry to hear this. I understand how disappointing this must be for you. It may not actually say 'boil wash', but your machine will almost certainly have a very hot cycle that you could also try using about once a week. As there is already a problem, I would start by putting a good squirt of bleach in the machine then run a cold rinse cycle. As the machine fills with water, put it on pause for at least an hour or two, so that it is soaking in the bleachy solution. Then continue the rinse cycle and run the rinse cycle 2 or 3 times to ensure all the bleach is removed. After this I would then put in a couple of cups of white vinegar and run the hottest cycle. If this works, then making sure you run the hottest cycle once a week will probably prevent the problem from returning. However, as your machine is very new, I would also recommend checking to see what the guarantee conditions are so that you don't miss the opportunity of returning the machine and getting a full refund. You could also consider posting complaints on public forum, like the manufacturer's and the store's FB pages. In my experience, you will get a positive reply much more quickly than if you make a private complaint, as these companies hate bad publicity. They know that these days so many potential customers will check out reviews. Hope that helps. Good luck and let me know how you get on.

[@brigitas9176]

It's really simple to keep front loader truly clean. 1. leave the door open when not using it. 2. run tub cleaning cycle once a month. 2. clean rubber gasket often. 3. clean drain pump filter once a month ( that's why I buy fl machines that have easy access to the drain pump and filter. I found disgusting stuff in the filter if left for 2-3 months uncleaned ). I own LG fl for 6 years with no bad odor or mold problems. Sometimes my teenage kids leave their washed clothes in the washer for the night, washer will smell bad after that, so I just clean it and the smell is gone.

[@dpeter2045]

There's nothing simple about any of that and you didn't have to do any of it on old top loaders. They just worked, required no maintenance, and the clothes came out perfectly clean.

[@faizdz5472]

That must be a lot of work wow, I'll stick to top load washer

[@richardzmiejko3285]

The trick of a front loader is to wipe the door gasket DRY after each use and you MUST leave the door open two or three inches. Also, the machine must be cleaned once a month. Run the washer on it's hottest and longest cycle (or "basket clean") using automatic dishwasher detergent, a single pod or 1/4 cup of liquid or powder will suffice. Products such as AFFRESH are fine but less economical to use.

[@orangeradios]

But don't you think that's insane? Why design a faulty washer that is 15X *MORE* work than a top-loading washer? Why not include a dehumidifier? It's just ridiculous the amount of work front loaders are. The design is completely defective.

[@xewa7951]

You need to leave the washing machine open after use. I leave mine open for 2 days after I use it and also clean out the soap dispenser - I have never had issues with mould inside the drum.

[@swiperboysb6897]

this is why i picked a top loader. it was basically between having cleaner clothes + use less water + but get mold or get a slightly cleaner clothes + use more water + no high maintenance care

[@orangeradios]

*Bingo! You're right on the money*

[@suetolstad7199]

Jerry Cruz: no, chlorine did not work. I have a degree in chemistry and used everything I ever learned to get rid of the mold, nothing worked. Now I receive a postcard in the mail that I am eligible for a class action suit to obtain types of reimbursement for the product in 3 different ways. If chlorine got rid of it, I don't think these manufacturers would be reimbursing. We finally found a utube that taught my husband how to replace the hose that was filled with black mold and he would replace it at the first sign of odor. I'm really angry at Whirlpool. We thought we had mold in our closet. We tore a whole walk in closet apart, painted it twice with mold proof paint, then I proceeded to wash every piece of clothes in it. A lot of good that did!!! I just replaced the moldy clothes with moldy clothes. Then we learned about the hoses, and continued to buy new hoses. We tried to clean them, but as they hung to try for a month or so they became very brittle. We purchases their cleaner tablets and everything else. We spent alot of money on their darn washer!! I will never ever buy a front loader again!

[@deltabravo5719]

PLEASE CONTACT RUTH.... please tell he to monitor the amount of cleaning solution used in her loads.. in the example on video.. it highly likely she is over filling the washers intended soap allotment per load.. easily contributing to the mold growth... For the record.. mold eats the petroleum byproducts of the soap. Nice job feeding them lots with the extra soap. Dont get me wrong... the machines are still designed poorly and the companies have to be responsible. Good luck. YEPPERS> DUH. 1 leave the door open when not in use. 2. drain when possible( not all machines allow) 3. use correct amount of soap 4. FER FK sake... read the manual... and run a cleaning(bleach) cycle every 30 loads like the manual says.. WTF clowns.

[@blackice7408]

Bruh. Did you see the way that old lady poured the soap into the soap dispenser? You have to measure it, and after you finish washing clothes, you have to leave the door open so the inside can dry out. Im 18, and i know all of this. She may have been washing clothes longer than me, but shes been washing clothes WRONG longer than me

[@jeromedavis8575]

What is wrong with these people. Where is common sense? I've seen people close the door shut on the Speed Queen Washer in my apartment complex when not in use. What do they expect?

[@whoisthisdude5437]

I used to own a Kenmore 80 series it did good, almost like my new speed queen!

[@chellybabyme]

Even if you leave the door open, remember that there are small gaps and when it spins it can leak moisture into the area between the drum and the housing.. what's more, if you have your dryer and washer in a basement, and you even have any mold down there, the dryer sucks in ambient air and puts it onto your clothes. I know somebody who had a moldy basement and kept using his washer and dryer and all of his clothes smell unbelievably foul and his towels are ruined and he keeps using them and when he dries off after a shower you can imagine what happens. The bed sheets also have mold because of the washing process and this is the top load washer, but it functions with low water like a front load and nothing gets rinsed well enough whatsoever.. the mold is thriving by feeding off of the residual laundry soap as well. Once you get into something like this, it's way more involved than you would ever think. Just be dry people and be vigilant about every aspect of your home and keep it dry. I hope this helps someone. Comments if it helped you. Because I like to know that I helped someone.

[@johndoe-vc1we]

I find interesting you imply a moldy basement can eventually lead to a moldy machine

[@11111Liamy]

It's all your detergents that you have on sale, primarily liquids- which do not contain any bleaching agents. Over here we mostly use powder which have oxygen bleach in them, we have never had mold smell issues

[@suetolstad7199]

You are so kind. I would be so proud of myself if I was you. Go on Jerry Springer, he loves your type.

[@11111Liamy]

???

[@catkicked]

I have an 2015 top load speed queen washer leave lid open for 30min after iam done and tub drys out great no odor here

[@Fresno2550]

Thanks for the tip.

[@elevatorproductionsbymaxpassa]

Speed Queen top loading washing machine is the smart choice.

[@mostlikelywedoitservices6926]

This is no joke. I repair appliances and yes front-load all mold. It is disgusting when you change out a door boot gasket. The mold is everywhere. And the smell that comes from these machines is disgusting.

[@wisdomg3668]

What can we do to prevent that problem?

[@mostlikelywedoitservices6926]

@@wisdomg3668 One of the best is always leaving the door open after use so it dries out. Running cleaners through that kill mold and make sure you clean the boot. If it is a new machine by leaving the door open after use mold will be greatly reduced.

[@wisdomg3668]

@@mostlikelywedoitservices6926Do we have also to reduce the amount of laundry detergent we are using?

[@mostlikelywedoitservices6926]

@@wisdomg3668 I would go with a recommendation from the manufacturer. But trying different soaps could be an answer.

[@wisdomg3668]

@@mostlikelywedoitservices6926 ok... thank you for your answers!

[@ryantoomey611]

Buy top-loading and you will not have this problem. Don't have to leave the door open either.

[@ardalla535]

So ... Whirlpool and others have eliminated the problem they said did not exist in the first place with a redesign for their new washers? Why did it need a redesign if there was no problem to solve? These companies are just lying sacks of crap. LOOK at the mold on these machines in the photos from this vid --- yet they deny a problem exists??!! I used to work for GE. I know personally that the products I was building at the factory had almost nothing to do with the claims the company was making in it's public statements and advertisements. Furthermore, I was sitting there in the auditorium when Jeff Immelt gave a talk saying GE did nothing wrong by dumping a bunch of chemicals in the Hudson River. He was actually angry and shouting about the government forcing him to remove the PCBs the company dumped in the river. I thought about asking him if he would want HIS kids consuming drinking water from the Hudson, but I would probably have been fired. Truth is, Jeff Immelt and GE are corrupt as hell.

[@Bacardibombillo]

once a month do "empty load cycle with lots of bleach"... will clean you washer, sanitized

[@RebelAlliance42]

Bleach erodes the rubber gasket, never use bleach!

[@edwardtrickett6064]

@@RebelAlliance42 not true You don't need LOTS of bleach either, bleach is a highly effective cleaner and sanitiser I use a teaspoon in the prewash and main wash drawer of my washing machine I put the machine on the longest and hottest possible cycle, with prewash and extra rinse selected I also clean the detergent drawer, the compartment where the drawer fits, the door seal gasket, the pump filter and the pump itself I do this every month without fail I have no issues with my machine

[@itsMe_TheHerpes]

3:59 -using high efficiency detergent. .... this is no longer available, thanks to the environmental organizations. detergent these days does not do it's job, it's just low on the bacteria killing components and high in perfume components. ALSO : because environmentalists the water consumption of your washing machine is now so low, that it can not efficiently wash away the bacteria. it cleans the stains, but the bacteria remains.

[@BroccoliBeefed]

Didnt she use too much soap??

[@rutroh56]

I read where all you need is 2 TBSP of detergent per load no matter how much you are washing...been doing that for years with no problem....

[@BroccoliBeefed]

rutroh56 , You are correct and that is one of the reasons why these mentally challenged people are having problems with their washers. They think instructions were put on the package because someone at the company was bored, I guess

[@davidworley6757]

Nothing to do with the real issue.

[@dionnefrancis-brown1533]

Bauerkrat1 I understand where you are coming from but some people just do not clean their washing machines, wouldn't a damp cloth solve the problem of cleaning the mould in the rubber door seal and soaking up the water that has settled, solved the problem?

[@ruslanzulpikarov7224]

you have to open the door all the way in after washing so the washer would get fresh, and you won't have any mold. My ant has the Samsung washing machine, which is already 10 years old, and she always left the door open. also If the detergent door is removable, clean it up.

[@Driver6M]

Ugghh...not this again. Leave the bloody door open when not using it!

[@medyouj]

I work at an appliance repair shop, have been for 18 yrs. First of all, quit using liquid detergent, it's made of animal fat. It gunks up your machine and produces black, slimy mold. It happens in top load machines too, not just front loads. I've seen the nasty stuff after the tech took the machine apart. It's disgusting. And you only need about half the amount of soap, so don't think that lots of suds means clean. It doesn't, it just ruins your machine. Leave your washer door open a crack so air can get it and dry it out. Do this with your detergent dispenser also. Take a towel and clean around the door gasket every couple of months. Any kind of machine needs cleaning once in awhile, they don't clean themselves. I've seen washers, top and front load, that I wouldn't even put rags in cuz people are too lazy to clean them. A little maintenance goes a long way!

[@blakaeg]

That's nonsense, Ive been using liquid detergent for years. Perhaps if one uses a hot cycle with no clothes and some deteregent every few months the machine will be fine. Also leaving the door open after use helps.

[@davidworley6757]

YOU SHOULD KNOW BETTER, The reason for the black mold like grit found in front load washers is the softer metal deteriorating from electrolysis. The Soft metal bracket between the drive spindle and the stainless drum gets attacked by the harder stainless. The ions created in ANY suds is what allows the problem.. Fat in the detergent would actually lessen the electric charge.. Go back to school. - www.flickr.com/photos/zenzoidman/4054175638/in/album-72157622684534830/

[@mijnheermeester5382]

your own fault. 1 time a week a wash on 90 degrees.... and at least 2 x a week 60 degrees: no problem... 1 x a month a bottle of blanc vinigar with the 95 degree/white wash.... no problem.. own fault.

[@davidworley6757]

DO THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF WHAT MEDYOUJ SAID. SHE IS WRONG COMPLETELY.

[@blogshagify]

IT's not the liquid detergent that is the problem, it's the petrochemical/animal fat detergent that is the problem. I use a plant based detergent. The stuff my roommate uses is all gummy and it stinks from the get-go.

[@ReiKaiHoneybee]

I keep my washer door slightly open when not in use

[@Technerd96]

Happened to my girlfriend's samsung front loader washer. One time i decided to wash my work clothes in it and when the cycle finished I noticed a really nasty smell coming from it that smelled like a sewer. I saw in the side panels that there was some mold on it. It was the awful and made my clothes smell horrific.

[@TheAnonyy]

As the other poster said, KEEP the washing machine door open.

[@kansasthunderman1]

I didn't have to leave the lid open on my old top loader and it didn't stink. The problem is the whole "he" washer concept is a huge fraud and needs to go away ASAP.

[@crunchycrispybacon]

kansasthunderman1 you are 100% correct. My brand new GE front loader stinks after the fist wash and it's going back in exchange for a good ole fashion washer. Screw energy efficiency, i want my washer powered by a good 'ole american v8.

[@kansasthunderman1]

Gabriel S. The problem is the government will outlaw (if it hasn't done it already) conventional top loaders. Like drug dealing, it will become a federal offense to manufacture, transport, distribute, purchase, possession of, or use of a conventional washer.

[@catkicked]

+kansasthunderman1 I HOPE NOT LOVE MY TOP LOAD SPEED QUEEN WASHER

[@catkicked]

+Gabriel S. GET A SPEED QUEEN TOP LOAD WASHER JUST GOT MY THIS WEEK AND I LOVE IT YEEEES!!

[@Gollammeister]

My washer is a pre owned washer dryer that has been tested to ensure its fully functional and safe my monthly cleaning routine is dead simple after every wash load open detergent drawer leave it ajar so air can move in out freely next wipe interior of glass door next wipe rubber seal including in folds where drain holes are as excess water can accumulate there basicly ur soaking up excess water including wiping interior of drum and finally leave washer door ajar ir better yet wide open so air can circulate freely Once a month I use a descaler cleaning product on 60 degrees and also drain water from filter impeller remove examine filter for wear damage rinse if neccessary physically check opening housing for filter check impeller spins correctly without fault I've had zero mold bad smells inside washer filter alls good I did notice in pipe from drum to filter impeller that there's this grey slime which I presume is old detergent lint from clothing etc

[@jerrymakela2186]

using too much laundry detergent and not keeping the door open

[@laurietrump4128]

I've had a Whirlpool Duet set since 2003 and no smell whatsoever. No mold or mildew. I had the seal replaced about a year ago because it is over 10 years old but I have never had any problems with mine and I keep the door shut on my washer all the time.

[@11111Liamy]

Another comment, no wonder she has mold issues, absolutely far too much soap put into that load, the machine is not going to be able to rinse it, old soap will remain in the fabrics and in the machine, hence an ideal ground for mold growth.

[@blakaeg]

I don't get the big deal in the US with front loaders when in the UK we have been using front loaders for decades with no issue. Our washing machines didn't include steam cycles and they are just fine. We don't have top loaders here and the machines fill with cold water. Americans don't know how to use front loaders properly by the looks of it. Just use a warm cycle and leave the door open when not in use and the machines will be fine.

[@wolfschindler8921]

The Americans got all their brains from overseas because the haven't got any themselves, lol.

[@davenwin1973]

The reason your washing machines fill with cold water, is because your washers have a heating element to heat its own water. In order to have the same feature on our washers, would require a dedicated circuit, & the machines more than likely would have to be hard wired to the electrical system, unless the government, & the UL (Underwriter Laboratories) would have to create a special 220 volt plug for the washer (North America uses 110 volt 60 hertz service, where nearly the rest of the world uses 208-240volt 50 hertz service). Our homes otherwise use large tank water heaters, & draw hot water from that. Some washers have a heating element, but still requires hot water to be drawn to the machine, & only boosts it by another 20ºF. As for Americans not knowing how to use front loaders, that's partially true. Except for commerical laundromats, front loaders have had a difficult time taking off here, because even as far back as the 1940's, Americans always complained about how long they took for a load of clothes, our detergents back then were high sudsing, and capacity was always small, but slightly larger than most European models. The only good thing about older front loaders made under the Westinghouse and White Westinghouse brands, is that they used enough water to get all the clothes wet, & might still see some water plash around. What we have now is a joke. out government thinks that our washers should only fill with enough water to barely get the clothes wet (if at all), & expect them to get clean in a tiny puddle of water. Even after using the water plus feature on my washer (adds about another gallon or 2 or approximately another 4 to 8 liters), it still didn't add enough water. I had to adjust the water pressure switch, so it used more water, & match the water level as closely to the level that my last front loader used. I also use an extra rinse, so it uses 3 rinses, where by default, it uses 2 rinses. My current front loader is an LG, that I bought in 2012, & likely a 2011 model.

[@danielkatona1866]

You are completely right about the water quantity. It is because of environment preservation, save the water, save the earth ..... . I also have an LG front loader from 2011 and I made the same adjustment on the water pressure switch. Seems that I was not the only one :)

[@davenwin1973]

daniel katona if you have the 3.6 cubic foot model, like I do, then we might have the same model. I bought the cheapest front loader, since I had to buy a new dryer 5 years ago. Had I had more money, I would have bought a larger capacity, along with having the turbo wash feature on my model. I still don't like that I have an hour wash cycle on my current front loader, where my front loader from 1999, a Frigidaire, took only 40 to 50 minutes, and had a mechanical timer on it.

[@blogshagify]

There is a big difference in how front load washers are engineered for the European market compared to the USA market

[@charmainkilloran9133]

Mine has mould...I leave the door open all the time after washing. Mine is not an old machine. Just a rubbish make I think!! Apparently in Uk they say its the softener that causes mould...don't know how true that is. I clean my machine regularly.

[@robertl4152]

I had the same problem with our clothes, they didn't really smell until you got them wet again or sweaty. It's not the washer its the natural bacteria becoming resistant to your laundry soap. We changed soaps and problem solved. Also some periodic preventive maintenance/cleaning doesn't hurt either. Also don't close the door all the way so the machine can air out during periods of no use. Always amazes me how some people think machines should just work indefinitely without maintenance and only think about it after it breaks or has issues. Like when was the last time she cleaned the drain screen/strainer. Those machines never fully drain and that water should be manually drained about once every two months.

[@drdegutrez8458]

Its also best to keep the detergent drawer open, and cleaning the pump filter frequently.

[@Imran-fc2qh]

Well, there bound to be mold in the dispenser. Go and wash them properly using a rag and toothbrush if needed.

[@phonotical]

It's her own bloody fault for not servicing her machine, like a dish washer, don't clean it, it'll get manky

[@nope_n0pe]

Excited for new washer, pours liquid soap in a sloppy manner so it splashed everywhere 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@daffodilrose1950]

Wow…talk about using a LOT of soap!

[@mathildaapril1175]

They need to leave the door open so mold won’t develope.

[@Angora573]

In the UK washing machines have been front loaders since at least the 70s and I had never heard of anyone having mould in them until the past decade, so what changed? BTW that lady who said she never looked in the powder dispenser must be very lackadaisical as everyone I know cleans that part of their washer regularly. However, that doesn't make this mould issue her fault, obviously the modern designers changed something from the old machines that resulted in this, and it is still happening. I see complaints online all the time about this. I actually had a front loader in the 80s/90s for about 14 years and it never had mould issues so whatever designers changed needs changing back!

[@akidcalledtom4173]

If mold is on the rubber seal aka door seal you can replace that.

[@oliviaclark4799]

Get a washer with steam feature. Its prevent mold and mildew.

[@BJsTrashChannel]

i recommend leaving the washer door open to prevent this problem.

[@hameedwafaAFG]

That is not true it depends on customer how they use it, if they keep the door open when not using washer and they keep viping the bellow or gasket around the door they will never get mold, smell, or any kind of problem, and I blame the users not the makers,

[@kansasthunderman1]

I've used a conventional top loading washer (one that actually fills with enough water) and I've never had to leave the lid open or wipe anything and I've never had a problem with mold or odors. The appliance makers (and the buttinsky government that has mandated them) should just admit that "he" washers are a failed concept.

[@vikingvic]

kansasthunderman1 americans problem is using the wrong type of deteregent, too much of it, not using the right cycle programs. I have used "HE" front loader for 10-15 years and never had any smell or problem at all... front loaders actually clean better in most tests. uses 1/3 the water and half the acdc... :/ AAAAAND. IS FASTER.

[@kansasthunderman1]

3Dtimespace Yeah, I've heard this same old worn out excuse over and over. My "he" machine works perfectly and there's no smell at all, but you're using too much detergent, too little detergent, not using special washer cleaner, not leaving the door open, you need to call a priest and have your washer exorcised to get the demons out.

[@vikingvic]

kansasthunderman1 with all the benefits, simply reading the manual (10 mins) is a small price to pay for a superior product... truth hurts? ;)

[@kansasthunderman1]

3Dtimespace Reading the manual won't do any good if the whole concept if an "he" washer is seriously flawed. You can't wash anything without enough water. Every lawsuit about he washers has revealed that too little water is the main problem.

[@robinnelson3868]

besides the mold and stench, these front loaders simply do NOT get the clothes clean. You need agitation to clean clothes...and more water.

[@stevegus2845]

Don't use fat based detergents such as fabric softener. Simple. Used to get mold in mine, but not any more.

[@frankpieters7010]

that's why asko is so good, they don't have any door rubbers

[@roli-3642]

You can change the door gasket. No need a new washer lol 😂

[@ilovemiele1]

If people are going to constantly use liquid detergent and low temperatures what the hell do they expect to happen? Seriously a bit of common sense can go far. If your washing TOWELS and BEDDING on low heat cycles then what can you expect? Do people think hot washes are there for a laugh? And do people think putting cap fuls of slime in their machine will just drain away like water? No it sticks and goes off

[@justforthetv]

Front loaders are not designed well. No customer should have to wipe down the water after every load. The water should not sit in these machines the way they do, it happens too often. Team top loader lol

[@anthonymartin2412]

All front loader Mold main reason is too much soap. Due not fill the holder to max. Only use 1 shot glass of HE soap. And cleaning with vinegar in soap holder at least 4 times a year with hot cycle help remove this mold. If you leave the soapy water set in the machine it the same smell. (Yuck) Samsung ASC Tech.

[@cal87249]

Ithink the problem is in America the dose of detergent is rodiculous..half cap or less of tide for like 12 kg of clothes... are you kidding me? in italy we had "Dash" detergent that is PandG made, the italian tide, and we use for 7 kg 100 ml of it and here is only HE...much more than there...thats why residue of nasty stuff stay in the machine... add more detergent directly inside of the washing machine with your clothes. every couple of mouth use powder tide with an empty cycle in hot water, and use the powder one regularly for white clothes with hot water, the machine gona stay clean as new. layer just looking for class action they gona do big money with it, but the problems is that americans dont know how to use front loader, im sorry...

[@Robovski]

Your filthy wet machine grows mold. You need to let it dry out and you should clean it periodically by running a vinegar wash and clean the damn filter. What I would love to sue over is the bad spider arm connecting the drum to the axle that is clearly a manufacturing defect that Samsung won't cover; poorly sintered garbage fabrication leaves a terribly corroded powdery component that just fails after a couple years.

[@LucyGooseyMomof3]

Mine is 3 weeks old and I have always left the door open. I have cleaned out the filter and wiped down the rubber. My son left the door shut on it yesterday for 3 hours, for the first time. I opened it before I went to bed and the smell was powerful. I'm running the almost 4 hour clean cycle on it now but still, it's only 3 weeks old! My last Samsung rusted all around the bleach dispenser. Never shut the lid on that one either. I went with samsung because the rebate was more if I went with samsung but now I regret it and I will never, ever purchase another samsung anything again.

[@walkermom100]

Not sure how you could get mold in 3 weeks. How many loads are you doing?

[@LucyGooseyMomof3]

There are five people who live here. Four are boys, so I do a lot of laundry. The inner seal was black with mold. You have to really pull back that seal to get to it. I've started wiping it down each night (what a pain). I've also switched from liquid to powder detergent. That seems to have helped. I live in the Southeast part of the US so we get hot, humid weather. It has finally cooled off. I am hoping switching the detergent will help. I can only crack the door, I cannot open it all the way because it is in the hallway. I did not expect mold to grow so quickly!

[@orangeradios]

You guys make front-load washers sound like a serious pain. I think I'll stick with top-load after learning all of this

[@blogshagify]

They have more nooks and crannies and are more complicated

[@Kirby7601]

1:08 wait is that my washer?!?!

[@unknown2day2]

its a consumers responsibility to call a service tech at least once every two years!

[@nicholaslandolina]

You are supposed to use chemicals to clean and leave the door open

[@crunchycrispybacon]

Just bought a GE HE washer and drie band new and my clothes stinks with no even 10 loads though it. Called GE and they told me the door needs to remain open when not in use and I need to clean the door gasket with bleach after every use. Unacceptable for a $1500+ set of appliances.

[@Wasmachineman]

+Gabriel S. You don't nessicarily need to wipe it with bleach, letting the door open is enough.

[@eulawagner7656]

Gabriel S.

[@blogshagify]

Duh, did you even read the instructions to your washer?

[@valueStocks]

Mine always molds between he rubber. I assumed this was normal.

[@abdelkaderelbachir9523]

Wherever 😒😑

[@Jimmy06blue]

There’s a way to get rid of mold from your washer. Run it through the washer cleaner cycle.

[@nonic4vic600]

Old washers dont have that

[@jenzel9368]

I should neglect to clean my equipment and get rich sue the manufacturers for it getting dirty. And to buy a new wash just because you don't want to clean it? LOL

[@Havoc2003414]

Bleach didnt work? lol... I spray bleach everywhere inside to clean it every month. The mold disappears. This is normal if you dont maintain them properly because there will ALWAYS be some water left in front load washers. Keep the door and tray open when not in use, clean monthly. No problems. We've had ours for 2 years, and it DOES get mildew/mold, but spraying pure bleach on it and adding some to the drum, and placing it on clean cycle works great.

[@TNTTFAM]

Morisato I keep my door open after I'm finished washing clothes and I will keep the door open for least 24-36 hours before I run another load and the mold keeps growing and I've tried everything and it's not helped and the company won't do anything about it and my clothes have a little smell now and I don't know what else I can do so keeping the door open doesn't help

[@Havoc2003414]

I don't know... maybe it's certain brands then? We've had ours for a long time and when it does get the smell, hot water and a lot of bleach got rid of it, and well as cleaning the gasket with bleach and a rag. Our basement is humid as well since it is an old house with poor air circulation.

[@walkermom100]

Perhaps you're using too much detergent. Are you leaving the dispenser open as well, it helps to vent the machine. You said you tried everything, what thing have you tried?

[@Havoc2003414]

Also, liquid detergent is horrible. Try many of the dry home made detergents (Very cheap to make) and you will have a much better time with it I bet.

[@Dirty_Bear22]

Morisato most homemade detergent is horrible though... Most recipes I see use soap as part of the detergent and soap fades color overtime, that's why you won't find soap in any commercially made detergent. Also homemade detergent is lacking so many important ingredients like enzymes, ph buffers, water softeners, and something very important for he washers is suds suppressant and something to incapsulate dirt to prevent redepositing because of the low water usage.

[@Egress.]

i dont know why i have this mold problem lady proceeds to dump half the detergent bottle into the detergent dispenser. spoiler alert - This causes mold!

[@MrFurryface]

look at that genius setup washer smack pasted next to the stove....maybe it was that moldy cooking of breakfast bacon and grandmas coobler