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Clean it with a water bleach mixture and make sure the door boot drain in the bottom of the boot isn't plugged with lint,soap,etc and can fully drain

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  • Posted on Jan 08, 2009

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before replacing run a empty load with alot of bleach in it and then clean boot with a mold cleaner like kitchen cleaner w/bleach replacing the boot isnt something you want to do unless you have to do it (not easy) and the cost of the boot if you need any more help let me know and i will guide you thru the process of the boot
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  • Posted on Apr 22, 2010

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Hiya,
you can find spares for this machine on espares i think the gasket will be a universal one but here is a link for you to check
http://www.espares.co.uk/parts/lg/p/0/81?k=wm2277hw+door+gasket
Please note i have not used this site before but i have noticed that they will deliver to most countrys & im sure they will be able to help with a fitting tool issue if you contact them.

Hope this helps

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 02, 2010

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it can be but don't reccomend it unless you have done it before such as a repairman.  i have found that cleaning it with bleach usually does the job.  you may want to also run about 1 cup of white vinegar through a hot water load by itself and that should alleviate any odors for the most part.  you can also by a product called washer magic at most stores.  made specifically for cleaning front loaders. 

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  • Posted on Jan 22, 2011

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Use a solution of bicarbinate of soda in water to remove the mould. If that does not work you can purchase a mould remover for bathroom tiles that will do a better job.

It is recommended to leave the door open when the machine is not in use so that any residual moisture will evaporate and you will not have this problem in the future.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 23, 2011

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just type in your make and door gasket, that is the part you need,, keep this in mind, they are very tricky to change, you have to take the whole front off to install it correctly, it takes me anywhere from 20-30 minutes to change one and i do it at least twice a week

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Good Afternoon Friend,

I see that the door gasket on your Frigidaire Affinity washer, model# ATF7000ES, is black and looks moldy. It because the mildew is not just on the gasket, but it is in the tub and in the pump and discharge hose as well. You need to reduce/eliminate the mildew in those parts. There are a couple of things you should do to reduce the causes of mildew.

1. Run the machine once a month, using liquid bleach, on the clean-tub cycle to clean out the machine. You might need to repeat this a few times to completely clean out your machine.

2. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the about and type of laundry detergent to use with your wash. Using too much detergent causes a buildup of detergent on the tub which encourages mildew growth.

3. After your final wash of the day, leave the door and laundry detergent open, wipe dry the gasket with a cloth.

I ask that you please follow up with a comment on the post, at your convenience, to advise if further troubleshooting is needed or if your refrigerator status has changed successfully.

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Kenmore he2 plus front load washer: the front rubber gasket is moldy even tho i leave the door open when not used. someone said it is because i have used downey

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need to clean the bellow ( rubber around door). theres a tablet you can buy called "Affresh". It will help to remove the moldy smell. just throw it in washer and run through a regular wash cycle. no clothes, just the tablet. If there is a clean cycle on the machine then use that cycle. Whenever you're finished washing, you should leave the door open for about 20-30 minutes so unit can air out. Also you should wipe around the glass and bellow after each use.
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Where can i get the rubber fitting that is behind the washing machine door when i open it. this rubber fitting is moldy that's why i want to change it.

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The rubber gasket has gotten very moldy since it continually collects water. How do I clean the inside of the gasket to remove the mold?

Use a solution of bicarbinate of soda in water to remove the mould. If that does not work you can purchase a mould remover for bathroom tiles that will do a better job.

It is recommended to leave the door open when the machine is not in use so that any residual moisture will evaporate and you will not have this problem in the future.
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The door seal need to be pulled almost inside out to be a able to thoroughly clean it. I usually use a 50-50 mix of bleach water but other cleaning products like oxyclean may work better. After cleaning run a load with no clothes in it to remove any residue. Now if the mold has gotten deep into the rubber and still looks blackish after cleaning it will get moldy real soon and replacement will be the only solution. The key is from day one to leave the door open as you do and also wipe the door seal with a towel after each use. Not to defend frigidaire but most of the other brands have the same issues, some worse. If you need to replace the door seal or if the wire ring pops off when cleaning here is a link that should help http://appliancehelponline.com/washerdoorseal.html
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there may be some dirt or other things collecting in the drain boot attatch to the drain pump there is usually a plastic coin trap located inside the rubber boot his will cause a musty smell in the washer.as well as a moldy door boot seal.if the door boot is moldy it needs to be replaced.
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You need to replace the rubber gasket around the front of the door. This gasket holds moisture and over time molds. Give us a call or email us and we;ll be sure to get the correct gasket out to you right away. We hope this helps and we hope to hear back from you real soon.
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Mine was under warranty and the door was replaced. That new door does not leak''''  as much!!!!!
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