The German Wash Forum stated that a mold odor from the automatic washing machine is due to the spread of bacteria inside, as the wet environment is an ideal environment for reproduction.
To get rid of mildew odor, German experts recommend setting the washing program to a temperature of 60 ° C at least once a month, with the use of a general detergent that includes bleaching materials.
It is also important to open the washing machine door and the washing powder drawer after each wash, to drain moisture.