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Gasoline Smell in Washing Machine

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Date: 07/25/2007 Topics: Cleaning > Appliances | Readers Request > Cleaning  
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My boyfriend washed his gasoline soaked clothes in the washing machine and now all of his clothes and the washing machine itself sinks of gasoline. I put through a load with two litres of white vinegar and another load with A LOT of soap and baking soda...

I have rewashed the clothes three times! The smell hasn't faded, and I can't stand the smell! How do I get the smell out of his clothes and my washing machine?

Chanelle
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Post By judy lowe (Guest Post) (01/03/2008)
Is it safe to put clothes in the dryer after they have been washed to remove gasoline?


Post by caddie (2) | (07/31/2007)
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I would run the machine cycle using bleach ONLY to thoroughly clean the machine. Then leave door ajar between washers as highly recommended for front loading washers.


Post by Great Granny Vi (254) | (07/27/2007)
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If you fill the washer with water and add the vinegar then let it sit over night before letting the washer run through the cycle ,that might help. I'm not promising this will help but maybe putting in the washer filled with water, some FLEX CREAM RINSE
( mix with some warm water) might help with the gasoline smell. I use it for rinsing my nylons and also the dog. He smells good for days.lol

RE: Gasoline Smell in Washing Machine


Post by tah_dah (13) | (07/26/2007)
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Try running a load through with a good amount of Simple Green - that stuff does wonders on the smells left from my hubby's work clothes.


Post by lewis_admin (1141) | (07/25/2007)
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How do you get gasoline smell out of a washing machine? I've tried vinegar but my clothes still smell like gasoline.

Carlie from Washington, DC

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RE: Gasoline Smell in Washing Machine

You can try to run a few empty cycles through it, with your soap and a little vinegar or baking soda. Don't put any clothes in and see if that helps. You might have to do it several times. And leave the door opened when you aren't using it. While it is open, place a small bowl with baking soda or vinegar in it to help absorb the oder too.

And remember to never wash things that are flammable because placing them in your dryer could cause a fire. (04/27/2006)

By katieandjeffy


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