Last night actually, I watched your video before cleaning my washer..the one thing your not touching on is; the rounded edge of the drum that’s right next to the gasket…if you take a wet cloth, put it over your pointer finger and run your rag-finger under that drum edge, while turning the drum, omg..that was dirtier than the rubber ring! I used a toothbrush at first, but it didn’t pick up the gooey scum like a rag did. It took so many times to clean it, I was grossed out lol
I use washing soda (it’s a natural bleach) and Borax,which kills mold to scrub gasket, then run a hot cycle with Borax only. The washing soda is best diluted with warm or hot water first. I checked out the oven cleaning video..and wow! Thanks Mr Gizmo, I sort of knew about this to clean, but I didn’t leave the baking soda mush on that long. I’m going to follow what you did next time. We are so brainwashed into thinking we need chemicals, especially older generations..I especially dislike air fresheners. I say get some pine needles or your somewhat spent bouquet of flowers; toss in a pot of water,bring to boil,then put on low and set a timer. There you go-nice smell. No cancer causing junk.
I’m the same, I do not use nor buy air fresheners. It’s just chemicals released into the air your breathing. So dumb. I do what you said, cinnamon sticks in water on the stove, certain flower pedals in warm water on the stove too..
Mr Gizmo, I checked this video of yours as I am trying to find some way of easily pulling the gasket back from the metal edge of the drum to clean that out.... I am so glad I read through all the comments before adding mine. One person mentioned water and the issues that can cause - and of course if you live in the south then - HUMIDITY ! I was going to say "please tell me you just bought this house...." LOL. So it seems this has built up over time. We live in a coastal rain-forest so humidity+ and are on a well with very hard water. Wiping the glass each time, wiping down the gasket every other wash, leaving the door open, no mould and only the occasional gathering of fluff, hair, stuff(mud?). Not an angel, just keeping on top of looking after business. I would like to suggest a couple of things to really get after that mould. Fantastic Spray comes in a couple of formulations and will not damage the gasket. I always use the original one, and you clearly need to remove that *EWW*** mould. Spray it liberally on the mould and leave for 3-4 minutes. Put some dish-soap on a nylon scrubbie (one that looks like it is a ball of knitting) then go at it and scrub it off. There is no way you will damage the gasket and you will be able to get it off. If that does not do it then I hear Spray-9 is very good. Good Luck ! 😇
Our LG is 8+\- yrs. I try to leave the door open. Every wk or so I use a Lysol wipe on the door (no abrasive cleaners) - or even after a load of new dark towels or hoodies. Take another wipe and clean the folds of the door seal, and finally open the little door at the front and drain the overflow and clean the trap that looks like a gas cap. All good!
Best to do the following: after every wash run, wipe down the door and inside seal. Once laundry is completed for the day/week, etc... wipe down door, rubber seal and leave door open. I do this all the time-no mold. I also pull out the detergent/fabric softner dispenser and leave it in the drum between wash periods. Mold/mildew can get up in those places as well. Once a month or so, clean out the detergent/fabric softner dispenser and run a cleaning cycle with white vinegar or those cleaning tablets. Makes a huge difference.
@Mr. Gizmo : Be aware that using vinegar or any acidic solution (by itself) regularly breaks down metal and causes rust and eventual damage in the long term. Using baking soda does help to dilute any acidic solution.
On any front load clothes washing machine you need to leave the door open after you run a load to help it dry out. Most of the time we do a quick wipe down of the water on the inside of the door and the seal. We have yet to have any issues with any growth.
my wife and I looked up the process for replacing the gasket on our LG front load washing machine and it looks like a major job. It is not straightforward for a DIYer
I watched a appliance repair video and they use a product called pool shock. It’s chlorine. I also read you can use two cups of bleach in the detergent tray and run an empty hot water cycle. I’m currently doing this now.
The problem is not the exposed part of the gasket. The problem is the gunk building up between the gasket and the drum. The gunk in ours was built up to an extent that it was as if you put your finger in a jar of peanut butter and scooped out a finger(s) full. There is no way to access behind the gaske to clean it properly without removing it. "Cleaners" will not help. I ended up with a service call to have the gasket replaced. The service tech cleaned out the drum behind the gasket. This is a major manufacturing defect. Unfortunately, this video does not satisfactorily address the issue.
You completely lost me when you mixed vinegar WITH baking soda. Why neutralize either the base or the acid? Its as silly as saying to "mix boiling water with ice cubes to make the best cleaner". Completely negates each other.
Just buy a new gasket and flush it all out manually as the inside would be accessible. That is just surface cleaning, the inner guts could be worse. Top load vents better, venting out moisture is key. Keep your drains clear and filters clean. Always clean cycle your machine as well
Is it possible to completely remove the seal and clean then put it back on ? I have a ton of dog hair and it’s just everywhere and I want to really spray the seal all the way clean
100% In fact, you can just replace the seal all together which in his case would've been a lot less work than concocting all of these solutions and trying to scrub the daylights out of it.
Geez, my washer is not THAT dirty, but the gasket intself the visible outer part has what you have: tar-like dots (mold) that do not come off with Barkeeper's Friend and a toothbrush, and a smiley hard sponge! What do I use?
do you know whats causing plastic rubber particles in my washer machine? I heard its cause of dirt and friction? DO i just avoid this by just rinsing it ?
@@MrGizmo211 thank you - I JUST finished watching your 2 year update review. I was like "Noooo, his machine has changed!" haha. Was your machine impacted by the Dec 2022 recall? Idk why I'm so nervous...but making this big ticket purchase is really stressing me (on the research side). Thank you for your help!
Probably a good idea not to let it get this dirty before you decide to clean. As you can see, this guy is struggling. Cleaning once every 3 months will keep it squeaky clean!
You are cute and the fact that you know how to really clean a washing machine makes you hot. lol Thanks I will definitely clean my stinky front loader now.
We leave the door open after using it for at least 24 hours. I can't believe how dirty this washing machine is! We have had our front loading washing machine for at least 8 years and never has it shown and growth on it.
@Natural Butterfly You're probably right. :) I have this mold problem despite leaving the door open, and I was feeling bad about it and truly looking for help, and was probably too sensitive.
@Rose Schulze we leave ours open ALWAYS and ours is nasty. The comment did feel like a stab, I am not sensitive about mine being gross, just grossed out lol it looks clean from the outside, but when I pull that lip back I think ewwww
I use vinegar in my wash every time we wash. It is great to remove smells from clothes and a great fabric softener. I still have this gunky build-up, especially on the bottom of the rim and wherever water gets trapped. How big of a job is replacing the seal? We also run washing machine cleaner once a month or so, still gross!
I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, O Lord, show this also to thy servant: whether after death, as soon as every one of us yields up his soul, we shall be kept in rest until those times come when thou wilt renew the creation, or whether we shall be tormented at once?" 76 He answered me and said, "I will show you that also, but do not be associated with those who have shown scorn, nor number yourself among those who are tormented. 77 For you have a treasure of works laid up with the Most High; but it will not be shown to you until the last times. 78 Now, concerning death, the teaching is: When the decisive decree has gone forth from the Most High that a man shall die, as the spirit leaves the body to return again to him who gave it, first of all it adores the glory of the Most High. 79 And if it is one of those who have shown scorn and have not kept the way of the Most High, and who have despised his law, and who have hated those who fear the Most High -- 80 such spirits shall not enter into habitations, but shall immediately wander about in torments, ever grieving and sad, in seven ways. 81 The first way, because they have scorned the law of the Most High. 82 The second way, because they cannot now make a good repentance that they may live. 83 The third way, they shall see the reward laid up for those who have trusted the covenants of the Most High. 84 The fourth way, they shall consider the torment laid up for themselves in the last days. 85 The fifth way, they shall see how the habitations of the others are guarded by angels in profound quiet. 86 The sixth way, they shall see how some of them will pass over into torments. 87 The seventh way, which is worse than all the ways that have been mentioned, because they shall utterly waste away in confusion and be consumed with shame, and shall wither with fear at seeing the glory of the Most High before whom they sinned while they were alive, and before whom they are to be judged in the last times. 88 "Now this is the order of those who have kept the ways of the Most High, when they shall be separated from their mortal body. 89 During the time that they lived in it, they laboriously served the Most High, and withstood danger every hour, that they might keep the law of the Lawgiver perfectly. 90 Therefore this is the teaching concerning them: 91 First of all, they shall see with great joy the glory of him who receives them, for they shall have rest in seven orders. 92 The first order, because they have striven with great effort to overcome the evil thought which was formed with them, that it might not lead them astray from life into death. 93 The second order, because they see the perplexity in which the souls of the unrighteous wander, and the punishment that awaits them. 94 The third order, they see the witness which he who formed them bears concerning them, that while they were alive they kept the law which was given them in trust. 95 The fourth order, they understand the rest which they now enjoy, being gathered into their chambers and guarded by angels in profound quiet, and the glory which awaits them in the last days. 96 The fifth order, they rejoice that they have now escaped what is corruptible, and shall inherit what is to come; and besides they see the straits and toil from which they have been delivered, and the spacious liberty which they are to receive and enjoy in immortality. 97 The sixth order, when it is shown to them how their face is to shine like the sun, and how they are to be made like the light of the stars, being incorruptible from then on. 98 The seventh order, which is greater than all that have been mentioned, because they shall rejoice with boldness, and shall be confident without confusion, and shall be glad without fear, for they hasten to behold the face of him whom they served in life and from whom they are to receive their reward when glorified. 99 This is the order of the souls of the righteous, as henceforth is announced; and the aforesaid are the ways of torment which those who would not give heed shall suffer hereafter." 100 I answered and said, "Will time therefore be given to the souls, after they have been separated from the bodies, to see what you have described to me?" 101 He said to me, "They shall have freedom for seven days, so that during these seven days they may see the things of which you have been told, and afterwards they shall be gathered in their habitations." 102 I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, show further to me, thy servant, whether on the day of judgment the righteous will be able to intercede for the unrighteous or to entreat the Most High for them, 103 fathers for sons or sons for parents, brothers for brothers, relatives for their kinsmen, or friends for those who are most dear." 104 He answered me and said, "Since you have found favor in my sight, I will show you this also. The day of judgment is decisive and displays to all the seal of truth. Just as now a father does not send his son, or a son his father, or a master his servant, or a friend his dearest friend, to be ill or sleep or eat or be healed in his stead, 105 so no one shall ever pray for another on that day, neither shall any one lay a burden on another; for then every one shall bear his own righteousness and unrighteousness." .....2 Esdras 7:75 /////////////
I tried that. Once you remove the seal you open up a whole new can of worms. You can see all the nasty scum inside the outer drum. That's the greatest source of the nasty smell. If you remove the stainless inner drum there is also a nest of sludge and skin flakes in and around the back side where the shaft is. Big job!...but it smells so fresh now 6 hours later.
Because it’s a pain in the neck to re-fit. I reserve that for the day I put on a new seal! Last time, I think I had to lie the machine on its back to fit the bee seal. Made it easier, not much but a bit!
Even with leaving the door open, my machine can get a weird smell and I have to drain out the water from the filter and clean the filter once a month and give it a light spritz with 50/50 water vinegar solution.
Man that seal is pretty bad. I have 2 years of usage and only a little black along the bottom part of the gasket. This looks like 5 years of no cleaning
15 min is definitely not enough time to dissolve and remove the mould. Usually it should be left overnight and then repeat another method the next day would have been better.
Lol, obviously your solution didn’t work. You’re not showing the inside of the gasket, you also didn’t show where the gasket sits next to the drum. If it didn’t work, be honest. The best way to clean this is using pool shock. I wet all the areas using water and a plastic scrubber. Then use gloved hands and spread pool shock everywhere, i mean everywhere. He did not show all the areas that house mold. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Come back and rinse with water and a sponge to get it off most of the way off and diluted. Then run at least 2 cleaning cycles on your washer and leave the washer door open at all times when not in use. You can even use a fan to help dry it out faster. I also like to wipe the gasket after my last load with a dry towel to begin the drying process for preventative maintenance.Yes, it is harsh but the methods he listed here just simply don’t work which is why he didn’t show the end result. These front load washer clean clothes much better but the gasket design is still flawed.
@@AstralConnections. It most certainly isn't. Other than 'tribal' tattoos in indigenous people, they are an affront to those tattooed by the Nazis in concentration camps.
Last night actually, I watched your video before cleaning my washer..the one thing your not touching on is; the rounded edge of the drum that’s right next to the gasket…if you take a wet cloth, put it over your pointer finger and run your rag-finger under that drum edge, while turning the drum, omg..that was dirtier than the rubber ring! I used a toothbrush at first, but it didn’t pick up the gooey scum like a rag did. It took so many times to clean it, I was grossed out lol
The other side of the drum is really dirty. It is almost impossible to wash that. I wish
YES !!
I use washing soda (it’s a natural bleach) and Borax,which kills mold to scrub gasket, then run a hot cycle with Borax only. The washing soda is best diluted with warm or hot water first.
I checked out the oven cleaning video..and wow! Thanks Mr Gizmo, I sort of knew about this to clean, but I didn’t leave the baking soda mush on that long. I’m going to follow what you did next time. We are so brainwashed into thinking we need chemicals, especially older generations..I especially dislike air fresheners. I say get some pine needles or your somewhat spent bouquet of flowers; toss in a pot of water,bring to boil,then put on low and set a timer. There you go-nice smell. No cancer causing junk.
I’m the same, I do not use nor buy air fresheners. It’s just chemicals released into the air your breathing. So dumb.
I do what you said, cinnamon sticks in water on the stove, certain flower pedals in warm water on the stove too..
Mr Gizmo, I checked this video of yours as I am trying to find some way of easily pulling the gasket back from the metal edge of the drum to clean that out....
I am so glad I read through all the comments before adding mine. One person mentioned water and the issues that can cause - and of course if you live in the south then - HUMIDITY ! I was going to say "please tell me you just bought this house...." LOL. So it seems this has built up over time.
We live in a coastal rain-forest so humidity+ and are on a well with very hard water.
Wiping the glass each time, wiping down the gasket every other wash, leaving the door open, no mould and only the occasional gathering of fluff, hair, stuff(mud?). Not an angel, just keeping on top of looking after business.
I would like to suggest a couple of things to really get after that mould. Fantastic Spray comes in a couple of formulations and will not damage the gasket. I always use the original one, and you clearly need to remove that *EWW*** mould. Spray it liberally on the mould and leave for 3-4 minutes. Put some dish-soap on a nylon scrubbie (one that looks like it is a ball of knitting) then go at it and scrub it off. There is no way you will damage the gasket and you will be able to get it off. If that does not do it then I hear Spray-9 is very good.
Good Luck ! 😇
I didn’t just buy it - it is a family member home. :) Thank you for the comment and the additional suggestions! Humidity is definitely a cause ! !
Our LG is 8+\- yrs. I try to leave the door open. Every wk or so I use a Lysol wipe on the door (no abrasive cleaners) - or even after a load of new dark towels or hoodies. Take another wipe and clean the folds of the door seal, and finally open the little door at the front and drain the overflow and clean the trap that looks like a gas cap. All good!
I did this but I’ve got black mold on my rubber ring. The Lysol wipe did help a bit.
Best to do the following: after every wash run, wipe down the door and inside seal. Once laundry is completed for the day/week, etc... wipe down door, rubber seal and leave door open. I do this all the time-no mold. I also pull out the detergent/fabric softner dispenser and leave it in the drum between wash periods. Mold/mildew can get up in those places as well. Once a month or so, clean out the detergent/fabric softner dispenser and run a cleaning cycle with white vinegar or those cleaning tablets. Makes a huge difference.
very good
@Mr. Gizmo : Be aware that using vinegar or any acidic solution (by itself) regularly breaks down metal and causes rust and eventual damage in the long term. Using baking soda does help to dilute any acidic solution.
Ty!
On any front load clothes washing machine you need to leave the door open after you run a load to help it dry out.
Most of the time we do a quick wipe down of the water on the inside of the door and the seal.
We have yet to have any issues with any growth.
I always have and still got mold.
I do the same and have no mould, almost eight years later
You did not show the door seal at the end, so is it is safe to assume the mould was still on the seal.
EXACTLY !!!!!
He did show it and the result was not effective
This was my thought lol
Its best to just replace the seal when it gets that dirty.
my wife and I looked up the process for replacing the gasket on our LG front load washing machine and it looks like a major job. It is not straightforward for a DIYer
I watched a appliance repair video and they use a product called pool shock. It’s chlorine. I also read you can use two cups of bleach in the detergent tray and run an empty hot water cycle. I’m currently doing this now.
Did it help?
The problem is not the exposed part of the gasket. The problem is the gunk building up between the gasket and the drum. The gunk in ours was built up to an extent that it was as if you put your finger in a jar of peanut butter and scooped out a finger(s) full. There is no way to access behind the gaske to clean it properly without removing it. "Cleaners" will not help. I ended up with a service call to have the gasket replaced. The service tech cleaned out the drum behind the gasket. This is a major manufacturing defect. Unfortunately, this video does not satisfactorily address the issue.
How much did that cost?
You completely lost me when you mixed vinegar WITH baking soda. Why neutralize either the base or the acid? Its as silly as saying to "mix boiling water with ice cubes to make the best cleaner". Completely negates each other.
I'M going to try this today. Thanks 😊
Just buy a new gasket and flush it all out manually as the inside would be accessible. That is just surface cleaning, the inner guts could be worse. Top load vents better, venting out moisture is key. Keep your drains clear and filters clean. Always clean cycle your machine as well
Have not seen a single video on UA-cam that actually can remove serious mold stains.
Pool shock
I came here to say use pool shock. It’s chlorine. It worked like magic.
You have amazing energy!! Keep it up 🙂
Thank you! Will do!
Is it possible to completely remove the seal and clean then put it back on ? I have a ton of dog hair and it’s just everywhere and I want to really spray the seal all the way clean
100% In fact, you can just replace the seal all together which in his case would've been a lot less work than concocting all of these solutions and trying to scrub the daylights out of it.
Yes, but some of them are a pain to get back in.
Mr. Gizmo, i have a question. How can i do this if i dont have a sink in my laundry room?
Very helpful, thanks.
If you have any problem with the device, I am at your disposal. Greetings
Geez, my washer is not THAT dirty, but the gasket intself the visible outer part has what you have: tar-like dots (mold) that do not come off with Barkeeper's Friend and a toothbrush, and a smiley hard sponge! What do I use?
do you know whats causing plastic rubber particles in my washer machine? I heard its cause of dirt and friction? DO i just avoid this by just rinsing it ?
Omg what happens with your Samnsung Top Load? 😰 Do you still recommend it?
So far so good!!! :)
@@MrGizmo211 thank you - I JUST finished watching your 2 year update review. I was like "Noooo, his machine has changed!" haha.
Was your machine impacted by the Dec 2022 recall? Idk why I'm so nervous...but making this big ticket purchase is really stressing me (on the research side).
Thank you for your help!
@@ladyvkay I don’t know about the recall because mine was dead prior. The top load has had zero issues since I bought that one.
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The less clean the front, the better
Do you have any videos for a dishwasher ?
I did one that showed cleaning out the filter.
Still cleaner than this girl I once knew.
@mrgizmo211 So, does the baking soda go directly into the main part of the machine or just in the dispenser when you run it though the hot cycle?
Just get a top load washer - much easier
Probably a good idea not to let it get this dirty before you decide to clean. As you can see, this guy is struggling. Cleaning once every 3 months will keep it squeaky clean!
Agreed! Don’t share this - but this is my in-laws :)!
@@MrGizmo211 🤣
You are cute and the fact that you know how to really clean a washing machine makes you hot. lol Thanks I will definitely clean my stinky front loader now.
We leave the door open after using it for at least 24 hours. I can't believe how dirty this washing machine is! We have had our front loading washing machine for at least 8 years and never has it shown and growth on it.
I'm curious why you felt the need to make this comment. Hopefully it wasn't to make those of us feel bad if we have this problem and want a solution.
@@roseschulze1647 I don't think it was to make anyone feel bad. I just think it was an indirect suggestion to help prevent the growth.
@Natural Butterfly You're probably right. :) I have this mold problem despite leaving the door open, and I was feeling bad about it and truly looking for help, and was probably too sensitive.
@Rose Schulze we leave ours open ALWAYS and ours is nasty. The comment did feel like a stab, I am not sensitive about mine being gross, just grossed out lol it looks clean from the outside, but when I pull that lip back I think ewwww
I use vinegar in my wash every time we wash. It is great to remove smells from clothes and a great fabric softener. I still have this gunky build-up, especially on the bottom of the rim and wherever water gets trapped. How big of a job is replacing the seal? We also run washing machine cleaner once a month or so, still gross!
What is dawn?
Dish soap.
I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, O Lord, show this also to thy servant: whether after death, as soon as every one of us yields up his soul, we shall be kept in rest until those times come when thou wilt renew the creation, or whether we shall be tormented at once?" 76 He answered me and said, "I will show you that also, but do not be associated with those who have shown scorn, nor number yourself among those who are tormented. 77 For you have a treasure of works laid up with the Most High; but it will not be shown to you until the last times.
78 Now, concerning death, the teaching is: When the decisive decree has gone forth from the Most High that a man shall die, as the spirit leaves the body to return again to him who gave it, first of all it adores the glory of the Most High. 79 And if it is one of those who have shown scorn and have not kept the way of the Most High, and who have despised his law, and who have hated those who fear the Most High -- 80 such spirits shall not enter into habitations, but shall immediately wander about in torments, ever grieving and sad, in seven ways.
81 The first way, because they have scorned the law of the Most High. 82 The second way, because they cannot now make a good repentance that they may live. 83 The third way, they shall see the reward laid up for those who have trusted the covenants of the Most High. 84 The fourth way, they shall consider the torment laid up for themselves in the last days. 85 The fifth way, they shall see how the habitations of the others are guarded by angels in profound quiet. 86 The sixth way, they shall see how some of them will pass over into torments. 87 The seventh way, which is worse than all the ways that have been mentioned, because they shall utterly waste away in confusion and be consumed with shame, and shall wither with fear at seeing the glory of the Most High before whom they sinned while they were alive, and before whom they are to be judged in the last times.
88 "Now this is the order of those who have kept the ways of the Most High, when they shall be separated from their mortal body. 89 During the time that they lived in it, they laboriously served the Most High, and withstood danger every hour, that they might keep the law of the Lawgiver perfectly. 90 Therefore this is the teaching concerning them: 91 First of all, they shall see with great joy the glory of him who receives them, for they shall have rest in seven orders.
92 The first order, because they have striven with great effort to overcome the evil thought which was formed with them, that it might not lead them astray from life into death. 93 The second order, because they see the perplexity in which the souls of the unrighteous wander, and the punishment that awaits them. 94 The third order, they see the witness which he who formed them bears concerning them, that while they were alive they kept the law which was given them in trust. 95 The fourth order, they understand the rest which they now enjoy, being gathered into their chambers and guarded by angels in profound quiet, and the glory which awaits them in the last days. 96 The fifth order, they rejoice that they have now escaped what is corruptible, and shall inherit what is to come;
and besides they see the straits and toil from which they have been delivered, and the spacious liberty which they are to receive and enjoy in immortality. 97 The sixth order, when it is shown to them how their face is to shine like the sun, and how they are to be made like the light of the stars, being incorruptible from then on. 98 The seventh order, which is greater than all that have been mentioned, because they shall rejoice with boldness, and shall be confident without confusion, and shall be glad without fear, for they hasten to behold the face of him whom they served in life and from whom they are to receive their reward when glorified.
99 This is the order of the souls of the righteous, as henceforth is announced; and the aforesaid are the ways of torment which those who would not give heed shall suffer hereafter." 100 I answered and said, "Will time therefore be given to the souls, after they have been separated from the bodies, to see what you have described to me?" 101 He said to me, "They shall have freedom for seven days, so that during these seven days they may see the things of which you have been told, and afterwards they shall be gathered in their habitations."
102 I answered and said, "If I have found favor in thy sight, show further to me, thy servant, whether on the day of judgment the righteous will be able to intercede for the unrighteous or to entreat the Most High for them, 103 fathers for sons or sons for parents, brothers for brothers, relatives for their kinsmen, or friends for those who are most dear." 104 He answered me and said, "Since you have found favor in my sight, I will show you this also. The day of judgment is decisive and displays to all the seal of truth. Just as now a father does not send his son, or a son his father, or a master his servant, or a friend his dearest friend, to be ill or sleep or eat or be healed in his stead, 105 so no one shall ever pray for another on that day, neither shall any one lay a burden on another; for then every one shall bear his own righteousness and unrighteousness." .....2 Esdras 7:75
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Why not remove it, soak it in your choice of cleaner and scrub it?
I tried that. Once you remove the seal you open up a whole new can of worms. You can see all the nasty scum inside the outer drum. That's the greatest source of the nasty smell. If you remove the stainless inner drum there is also a nest of sludge and skin flakes in and around the back side where the shaft is. Big job!...but it smells so fresh now 6 hours later.
@@bobstoutenburg171 there's your next video.
Because it’s a pain in the neck to re-fit. I reserve that for the day I put on a new seal! Last time, I think I had to lie the machine on its back to fit the bee seal. Made it easier, not much but a bit!
When the washing machine is off the door should always be left open that’s the solution
Even with leaving the door open, my machine can get a weird smell and I have to drain out the water from the filter and clean the filter once a month and give it a light spritz with 50/50 water vinegar solution.
@@firenze5555The door seal needs wiping & drying after it’s been used plus leave the door open.
@@firenze5555use ox I lean to clean the machine with some hand towels to control foaming. Will remove the smell
probably mold so probably should wear rubber gloves
Great point and you are absolutely right!
Man that seal is pretty bad. I have 2 years of usage and only a little black along the bottom part of the gasket. This looks like 5 years of no cleaning
What is Dawn?
Dish washing soap
It's the same as Fairy
It's a liquid dish washing soap that is particularly good at cutting through grease.
15 min is definitely not enough time to dissolve and remove the mould. Usually it should be left overnight and then repeat another method the next day would have been better.
The longer the better for sure. Most people freak out about a 15 min wait ;)!
This is he main reason I will never own a front loading washer. Disgusting!
No gloves 🤦🏾♀️
Didn't work for me.
Doesn’t appear to have worked to well for him either.
Lol, obviously your solution didn’t work. You’re not showing the inside of the gasket, you also didn’t show where the gasket sits next to the drum. If it didn’t work, be honest.
The best way to clean this is using pool shock. I wet all the areas using water and a plastic scrubber. Then use gloved hands and spread pool shock everywhere, i mean everywhere. He did not show all the areas that house mold. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Come back and rinse with water and a sponge to get it off most of the way off and diluted. Then run at least 2 cleaning cycles on your washer and leave the washer door open at all times when not in use. You can even use a fan to help dry it out faster. I also like to wipe the gasket after my last load with a dry towel to begin the drying process for preventative maintenance.Yes, it is harsh but the methods he listed here just simply don’t work which is why he didn’t show the end result. These front load washer clean clothes much better but the gasket design is still flawed.
Don't you people clean your front loader after you use it. Mine is like new had it for 5 years.
The video was going so well and then the "music" started and I saw your ludicrous tattoo. I stopped watching as you lost all credibility.
Sorry Nick that you are sensitive to the music and my tattoo. Did the cleaning work? Yup!!
Please tell me this comment is a joke 😂😂😂
@@AstralConnections. It most certainly isn't. Other than 'tribal' tattoos in indigenous people, they are an affront to those tattooed by the Nazis in concentration camps.
Could not see the whole tattoo and what little I did see wasn't clear. The 'music' as you put it was fine
@@johndoe-vc1we "Music" horrible. Annoying noise.
bro got good teeth
Ty :)! Cost me!