On 09/05/14 01:29 pm, Fred McKenzie wrote:

They don't get the clothes clean and stink about every 2-3 weeks. Have =
been buying some brand name cleaner that costs a fortune. Anyone have =
another clearner that will get that stink out and doesn't cost and arm =
and leg? Main ingredient on the brand name is sodium carbonate, so I'm =
wondering if I just dump some plain sodium carbonate (washing soda) in =
with some vinegar if that would do just as good. I don't want to use =
bleach.

Leave the door (front-loader) or lid (top-loader) open after use to allow
the interior to dry, then it won't smell. It says so right in the
RTFM.

That is why I would not have a front-loader. The top-loaders do not
need a water tight seal, so moisture can easily escape with the lid
closed.

Why not leave the front-loader door open? LIZARDS! There is no way to
keep them out of the garage where the washer is located.

Leaving the door open is not recommended, especially if there are small
children around: a child could climb in and manage to pull the door shut
on him/herself. Main door closed,
detergent/bleach/fabric-softener-dispenser open for ventilation.

Perce