Everyone always looks forward to having clean and fresh-smelling clothes, but disappointment will arise when your dryer smells like sewage. An awful smell that you would want your clothes to have this lingering smell. Fortunately, one main reason why this happens with a dryer is often due to the lint build-up. This is also easy to fix and can be done on your own. You will also know other things you need to check, which could also cause the awful smell of your dryer.
- Lint Problem: Most people would routinely check the dryer lint trap. The problem is it is not the only place where the lint is collected. It is collected in other parts of the dryer, behind the dryer, the vent connection in the back, and even the vent itself. Poor circulation results in the development of the smell of mold and mildew. You may also notice that the dryer doesn’t dry well due to poor airflow.
- Smelly Clothing: Sweaty clothes with smelly stains don’t always come clean in the washer and can transfer their odor to the dryer. Often, the dryer smells bad when operating as the heated airflow carries the smell.
- Pest Infiltration: Wondering why the dryer smells so bad? Animals can also get into the exhaust vent through the outside vent opening and create a nest in the housing.
If you notice any awful smell on your Samsung dryer, you can eliminate this by simply cleaning it. This helps to thoroughly clean the appliance without causing any damage and removes the awful odor.
You will need to use the following:
- Clean rag
- Towels
- Bleach
- Water
- White vinegar
Once you have the materials ready, you have to make sure that the power to the dryer is already disconnected, and you can proceed with the cleaning by doing the following:
- Clean The Lint Trap: Make sure to remove the lint trap and wipe away any collected lint using the clean rag. Use a narrow hose of the vacuum to remove the smaller particles. You can also remove the residue by running the trap under running water and scrubbing it using a soft brush before it lets it air dry.
- Clean The Lint Trap Housing: While you let the lint trap dry, remove any accumulated lint in its trap’s housing using the vacuum hose attachment. Vacuum the floor around the dryer, too, especially under the vent.
- Wipe Down The Interior Of The Dryer: Use a clean towel in 1 cup of bleach diluted with 1 gallon of cool water. Alternatively, you can dip the towel in the vinegar. Wipe down the dryer drum with the towel, dipping it in the bleach solution or vinegar and repeat as needed. Wipe the dryer door and seal it before opening it so the interior can air dry. To help lessen the odor of the bleach, dampen another cloth with water and wipe down the dryer again before doing the air drying.
- Wipe The Exterior: Aside from cleaning the interior, ensure to include its exterior. Lint and dirt can accumulate on the outside too. Wipe down the dryer’s exterior using a damp cloth and dry it thoroughly before restoring its power.
To further check on your dryer’s condition, it is best to call for a professional and authorized appliance repair. Samsung Repairs provides quality and effective Samsung laundry appliances repair and ensure all possible issues are properly diagnosed and repaired using the right tools, equipment and even genuine parts.
How Do I Rectify A Sewer Smell In My Laundry Room?
Often you may want to spend time in the laundry room doing the piles of clothes. When your room smells something unusual, it becomes much tougher to get the task done.
Identifying the potential causes helps to get the right fix to eliminate the bad odor from your laundry room. The following causes and how you can fix them should help eliminate the sewer smell.
- Problem With The Trap Water: Even the washer’s drain pipe has a trap, and that is there to prevent sewer gases from getting through the drain opening. These traps should always be filled with water. The water evaporates when you don’t use the washer for a long period. You can fix this by putting the water where it needs to be. You can grab a pail of water and pour it into the trap where it is needed.
- Venting Issue: Another common cause that leads to a smell in the laundry room is if the drain system of your house is not ventilated properly. Sewer gas may become an issue. The most common problem that leads to the venting problem is clogging. When a clog is present, the gas cannot go up the venting pip and will be released into the open air. You should be able to see any clogs by checking the pipe using a light. If there’s a clog, consider calling a professional. Samsung Repairs is an authorized company that could assist you with your appliance concerns.
- Clogs in Drain Line: The washing machine’s drain line can become clogged over time. This can lead to a smell that is similar to sewer gas. The drain doesn’t have to be completely clogged for the smell to become a problem. Clearing out the clogs involves the use of a type of snake. You could call a local plumber to do the job if you don’t have the right equipment.
If you are experiencing some problems with your dryer appliance, call Samsung Repairs for fast, efficient, affordable dryer repair service, which ensures your safety.