Washing Machine
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Bad Washing Machine Experience
Asked by A.R. from Milwaukee
on October 19, 2011
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I bought a washing machine from a scratch & dent sale a few months back. There weren't many to choose from in the style that I liked. The only one left had the back pu...
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- I would say take it back or at least try! I hate ours! My husband moved it into the garage to put a new floor down and ever since it has been off balance! I would ...
- Take it back! i am assuming you didnt get a MAJOR discount but the point of the sale is to get ride of the appliances that are not PERFECT. they probably had no idea :)
- If you have a warranty - take it back. Who knows, they may have a better selection now:)
Washing Machine Help!!! What Brand and Kind to Buy.
Asked by J.R. from Dallas
on September 12, 2008
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My GE topload machine is standing on its last leg and Sears is having a good sale this weekend so I need some feedback on what kind of washer to buy. I have been resea...
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- I have a washer and dryer. They aren't brand new but they are about 1 year old. It is a Whirlpool and they are in great condition. I could sell them to you for $400 fo...
- I love my front loader. We have a GE and haven't had any problems. The only thing I can caution you on is the ring in the front. Make sure your washer is level and ...
- We had Sears Kenmore washer and dryer for years but bought Whirlpool toploader washer a couple of years ago. We have been happy with both brands. I recommend either.
Washing Machine Advice Needed
Asked by L.S. from San Francisco
on December 26, 2012
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So our old top load kenmore died two days ago and we need to replace it. Thought we might go with a front loading LG, but it seems like that won't work in our laundry...
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- I have this Kenmore Elite top loader and I LOVE it! http://www.sears.com/kenmore-elite-4.7-cu-ft-high-efficiency-top/p-026CO52596512B?prdNo=3&blockNo=3&blockType=G3
- To be honest, once I switched to a front loader, I'd NEVER go back to a top-loading machine. Remodel the laundry closet if you have to. Get the best washing machine yo...
- We got a top loading Maytag Centennial with a slight cosmetic ding at the Sears outlet for not a lot of $. Further, it's HE and has seriously helped our water bill. We...
Washing Running/tenny Shoes
Asked by V.M. from Norfolk
on April 18, 2009
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This may be one of those stupid questions, but does anyone out there throw there running shoes/tenny shoes in the washing machine? Both my shoes and my sons shoes are ...
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- I do it all the time! But don't put them in the dryer. If you're a serious runner, I wouldn't put yours in there. You probably change your running shoes often enoug...
- yes I wash my tennis shoes/running shoes in the washing machine.....take the laces out first.....and wash together. But do not dry them in the dryer.....they may shr...
- I occassionally wash my tennis shoes. When I wash them, I do not use bleach and I let them air dry instead of putting them in the dryer.
My Washing Machine Stinks!
Asked by S.S. from Dallas
on November 21, 2008
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Every since I started using this downy ball thing in my washer, it has this horrible mildewy smell! I stopped using the downy ball but the smell remains. Now it's star...
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- If you have pets and put your petbed covers in the machine that can cause a problem. Try looking at www.KleenSheets.com and never have to wash a petbed cover again.
- Wash some old towels in the machine with a cup of vinegar. We also use vinegar in the downy ball rather than fabric softener. It keeps the clothes soft and odor free...
- I use my front loader daily and don't have a smell issue. What I do is run a load of towels with a lot of bleach and also leave the door open a while afterwards. ...
Musty Smell in Washing Machine
Asked by A.S. from San Francisco
on October 12, 2008
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I have a GE front loader washer (2 yrs old) and it smells really musty inside. I just tried running an emptly load with hot water and vinegar & the smell is still ther...
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- We just moved from one house to another and had the same issue in our washer. We pressure hosed the inside getting into each hole and then used bleach directly into t...
- A., I had the same issue with a top loading machine. i kept smelling moldy/musty smell. I found that it was the drain tube. Mine was clogged with debris/hair etc so t...
- Keep the door open after every wash to keep from mildew growing. Hope that helps
Washing Machine Help
Asked by S.S. from Minneapolis
on March 9, 2008
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In the past few days, the clothes that have come out of my washer are much wetter than usual, to the point where sometimes they are even dripping. As far as I can tell...
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- I have had this trouble for a while too. I have a maytag ( whirlpool) front load and just had the repair man out today. he pulled the bottom panel off and opened the d...
- It is most likely that your spin cycle has slowed down, your washer probably needs a new belt. If the spin cycle slows, the clothes don't wring out as well, leaving th...
- Hey....just a quick note...I had this same problem just last week. I had talked to a friend and she mentioned that not too long ago she had the same problem! She had s...
What Size Washing Machine to Get?
Asked by S.S. from Dallas
on February 12, 2011
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Iam moving and will need to purchase a washer and a dryer. It is only my daughter (18 mo) and myself. I don't have room for a huge unit, but I do want a front loading ...
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- keep in mind that as long as you get a he (high efficient) machine, it will only use the least amount of water needed to wash your clothes. I'd go for bigger (as long...
- Personally, I'd go for the biggest machine I could get. Yes, for right now it's just you and one small child -- but hopefully this purchase will last you a good 15 ye...
- This is the way I look at it. It's just the 2 of you, so how often are you going to be doing an extra large load of laundry. Go for a smaller one. When you do nee...
Washing Machine Suggestions
Asked by S.G. from Dallas
on December 6, 2008
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Hello I own the Maytag Front Load Neptune washer. We have had it for 6 years. We just found out to replace the part (it works but is very noisy) will be 500 dollars. W...
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- My friend purchased a new Maytag about 9 yrs ago and the shut off value did not work. She was sitting there and heard something and the house flooded. They had to remo...
- I figure with the way my family uses things, 10 years is pretty good. We are hard on vacuums (which btw, if you are looking for one of those, the Eureka Big Boss reta...
- I had the cheapest Roper washer (less than $250) that Lowe's carries and used it for five years before selling it because I moved into an apartment with no W/D hookups...
Stinky Wash Machine
Asked by A.F. from Phoenix
on June 5, 2009
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I have a front-load washing machine. Over the last few months, I have noticed my whole laundry room smells, which is coming from the machine. I try leaving the machi...
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- You should be able to clean it by running a cycle with only bleach. My particular front-loading has a specific "clean washer" cycle, but I am sure you can do a normal...
- The manufacturer recommends a cycle with bleach and hot water every month or so to keep the machine clean. Also, I NEVER keep the door shut on my front load washer. ...
- My friend who works on appliances for BestBuy recommends "Affresh" for front loaders. You can purchase it at any place that sells appliances. Hope that helps. ~Shannon
