There is a really bad smell when I open the machine's door. I have opened the small flap at the front of the machine near the floor and unscrewed the cap behind it which released quite a bit of water. There is a tube to the left of the cap which I have tried blowing into to push through the rest of the water, but it seems to be blocked. Any Tips ?

Paul, December 2005

I have the same problem with my Bosch. I've tried everything. They suggested the bleach on hot power wash but the smell is quick to return. It is ridiculous to think of having to do this every couple of days, what high maintenance! I'm really upset...I had my old whirlpool for years with no problems. One of the repair men told me it if a design problem...what to do?

Zoe Good, November 2006

I had the same and contacted Bosch, you have to do 6 90 degree washes with a break between 3 and 4 ( so it doesn't overheat!) empty! It does work.

Veronica, December 2005