Mike Richardson's Profile

I have to agree with Jamimess and Trish that opening the door after each load is probably the simplest and most effective way to get rid of odors.

But not sure if lack of HE detergent might be the contributing cause, because based on the front load washer guide I just read, they recommend that when buying new washing machines, you should check for any "spots of rust inside or around the tumble barrel". If this is true, then the only way to permanently fix and remov the bad smell is to eliminate rusting inside of the machine.