There is an odour coming from our auto top loader washer we purchased in 2005 model #lxr7244pq0 after it has been used and has sat idle overnite. What do you suggest??

• I have the exact same pressure washer..bought 10 months ago from Home Depot with the same problem..no pressure. Have you had any luck finding out what the issue is?

To be honest I really don't trust electronic controls due to the fact that the majority of the repairs i do on front loader machines has to do with the electronic controls. In my opinion top loaders are more reliable. they get the job done. If you were to get a top loader i do recommend whirlpool, even though i agree that the quality is down. I also like the whirlpool cabrio, its a top loader but has electronic controls. it uses less water and soap just like a front loader. Whatever you do decide to purchase, I highly recommend that you purchase the extended warranty. This way if there is ever a problem, you know that you are covered.

You gotta use the correct belt

Top loader tip

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looks like there is water that is stuck in the machine witch means that it goes mouldy to stop it smelling do maintenance washes every 3 to 6 months put it on the hottest wash with washer cleaner hope this helped.

I used 2 quartz of Clorox bleach running a full load without clothes. After that the odor has gone for good. Try that.

all front loader washers do that ... that is why i do not recommend them there really has not been a cure for it yet, the manufactures are trying to figure out how to solve that problem

not a very sturdy pedestal, front loaders need concret solid base

Since this is brand new, and that they are going to replace it, it should be fine.

I was searching the net looking for the same answer - have just bought an LG front loader but wasn't certain I should be using liquid detergent - my manual refers to powder without telling you specifically to use it only. Look at the answers to the question after yours on the Fixya website "LG washer has awful mildew odour" or something similar. Solution 3 by Tresilla convinced me I should use powder! Also, the salesman who sold me the machine recommended powder because, quote, " gentler on clothes and more efficient ..." - he didn't mention the possibility of a later mildew odour which is apparently generic to front loaders!

There is a product called "Nilodour" a very concentrated liquid.. that elliminates smells etc, ya put a few drops into an empty wash (ie only water) cycle and flush.