If you own an Indesit washing machine that is affected by bad odour or smell then there are a number of things that you can do to fix the problem. When not maintained effectively, washing machines can suffer a build up of bacteria which can shorten their lifespan and result in a smell or odour. Follow 3 quick steps to find a resolution to the problem.
Run a hot wash to get rid of the smell
If you usually wash your garments at low temperatures then bacteria and undissolved detergents can build up inside your washing machine and cause it to smell. To avoid this, run your Indesit washing machine on a 90°c cycle with some biological detergent which will help you to destroy bacteria and get rid of old detergent build up. If you want to go the extra mile, then do this on a monthly basis using a limescale and detergent remover which can clean your washing machine and help remove any unwanted smells.
Get rid of any unwanted smells by cleaning your machine
Cleaning your Indesit washing machine can also help to get rid of unwanted smells. Read our article on “5 quick steps to clean a smelly washing machine” and follow the instructions.
There may be a blockage that’s causing the smell
If the two steps above hasn’t worked, then you may have a blockage in your Indesit washing machine. We recommend that you get an experienced engineer to fix this problem as they will need to inspect your machine and plumbing.
