I heard the high effectiency washer doesn't use enough water in machine to get the smell out of your laundry after wash. How can that be corrected? null

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Handymanshandyman · Accepted Answer

Never had any problems with the smell, but doesn't really get them to clean, not only that, but it leaves white residue, all over your dark clothes, mu wife has to wash items twice, NOT GOOD. I would stay away from this machine if I where you...

Answered by Handymanshandyman 9 years ago

Disappointed · Answer

This machine (Maytag Bravos XL) does not allow enough water to get your clothes clean. I tried adding buckets of water from my sink, but the drum will not hold the water. The buckets of water I try to add immediately drain out. My clothes do not come out smelling clean, sometimes they are not fully wet even though I use the deep water wash cycle every time. I have had a maintenance person out three times (the washer is not yet a year old) and nothing is found to be wrong with it. It is performing per specs. The maintenance person showed me how to load the washer differently (putting the clothes only around the perimeter in clumps), but it is still not getting the clothes clean. There is often times white residue on the dark clothes and the clothes (especially knits and cottons) are stretched and extremely wrinkled. Maytag says it can only offer repair, not replacement. I don't think there is anything to repair -- it is just bad engineering. I have read other reviews where people cite the same problems. I have the matching dryer too -- it works fine!

Answered by Disappointed 8 years ago

modestobargainpricer · Answer

So far we haven't experienced any issues.....

love2shop007 · Answer

I've used front load HE washing machines for over 10 years and the only smell that occurs is when the door starts to get moldy. (That's typical for front load) I have to take the clothes out as soon as it's done washing or the clothes will start to smell. Otherwise, I love the HE machines. I'm in the process of buying a top load HE washing machine because of the mold issue the front load machines get. I've used less detergent, left the door open to dry out and it still gets moldy. Hopefully, the technology has improved the front load washing machines by now but I'm getting a top load. Anyway, the HE washing machines do clean the clothes and they don't smell either. Definitely, don't overload the washing machine.

Answered by love2shop007 9 years ago

Salsa · Answer

I have never had this issue, unless I have left my clothes in the washer overnight which we all know that would leave a smell. Any other time I have washed my clothes and put it in the dryer afterwards no issues with smells. But like another review said I do leave my washer lid open just to air it out from time to time. No stains and no residue. We use Gain soap.

Answered by Salsa 9 years ago

HappyA · Answer

Unfortunately that is a common problem with all the high efficiency washers out there. I am still looking for one that would use more water since I really believe that is the reason for the clothes not being as clean as I would like them to be. Some people don't mind it, but for others it is a big disappointment. I spend much more on all the best detergents by increasing the amount I use trying to compensate and still does not clean the clothes to my taste.

Answered by HappyA 9 years ago

TIGER7388 · Answer

No problem this is my third HE washer. I have a top loader washer which I keep the LID open after I use the washing machine. This is to air it out and every few months I would get a warning on the washer to use AFFRESH in the washer you must be asking about a front loader washing machine. I have no problem with smell from this Maytag MVWB835 which is a top loader.

Answered by TIGER7388 9 years ago

TCGL · Answer

I haven't had this problem but our laundry isn't super dirty like with active kids or people who have dirty or greasy work clothes

Oilfield74 · Answer

When your not using the machine...leave the door open...it helps

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I too have this same washer and mine is a top loader…I ABSOLUTELY HATE IT for this very reason!! It’s truly awful! My clothes never smell clean and often come out dry in areas even with deep water wash..I’ve tried everything..so gross

Answered by Anonymous 1 year ago

Camilla · Answer

This is true! Not only do the clothes not get clean enough, but the machine grows mold and bacteria, even if you are cleaning it regularly. We had to have our basin replaced the first year and a half of owning this machine and started smelling another year later. A lot of the high efficiency machines have this issue.

Debbe · Answer

I had this machine for 4 years and just got a front loaded Samsung and first washing I noticed a big deal in clothes coming out cleaner. I too seen that white residue and sometimes it came out in dryer. But now I know that was soap.

Shredder · Answer

I was hesitant to buy due to this issues, but I have not had any issues with residue or smell. My machine seems to clean my clothes pretty well. I use liquid HE detergent and oxi wash, no problems so far. Even washed my ski and down jackets with no issues.

Susan · Answer

Hi, lovey! I have had this machine for over four months and have never had this problem. It uses the right amount of water and washes my clothes just fine. The machine automatically calculates how much water to use, and it really works.

TONY7388 · Answer

The bad review on this machine is NOT correct and I have NO problem with any smell or stains on my MVWB835. A lot of the problem is on what TYPE of water is used. I have city water. The person that gave a bad review must be using well water that can stain your clothes. I also use Tide free and gentle. It has no dyes or perfumes. If you have any questions you should contact Maytag directly at 1-800-688-9900, they are located in U.S.A.

“I heard the high effectiency washer doesn't use enough water in machine to get the smell out of your laundry after wash. How can that be corrected?”

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