I'm really having trouble keeping the base free from pink mold. I empty it out every other day and spray it with vinegar and it comes back. Tips?
553227
I have never had pink mold but I used to have problems with white dust until I started using distilled water, as stated in the previous answer. I also put a few drops of tea tree oil in with the water.
553228
That hasn't happened to me at all yet. I put filtered water in mine and have had absolutely no build up and I clean with vinegar about twice a week.
664240
I really hope that this works for you and please let me know how it does for you. I can also be reached at BLKCAT13@me.com if you find it easier to write there. I used Concrobium Mold Control Mold Inhibitor it had good reviews.
2208732
I remember from long time ago - that the mold was stored in water for 24hr before using. That should help with the release issues.
1114949
You can try a mousse (sp) or a cheese cake. spray with pam so it wont stick to mold.
1306796
I use vinegar. You can mix it 50/50 with water and just let it sit. The longer the better. I have done it a few times. It may take a couple soakings to get it off.
1849786
once you get the smell it is hard to get out!!! What i have done to get the mildew or wet dog smell out is soak similar colors for up to an hour or overnight is they are close colors...i have had problems with the colors leaking onto lighter colors...so make sure they are similar. I would use a big heaping scoop in a bucket of hot water and soak away and wash in hot water with another scoop after soaking. took care of my stuff:) Hope I helped!! OOh and as the person below said vinegar is amazing!!! I just wash it once with vinegar, wash again with baking soda if needed, then another round with detergent also...that is for the really bad stuff. once you get the smell it is hard to get out!!! What i have done to get the mildew or wet dog smell out is soak similar colors for up to an hour or overnight is they are close colors...i have had problems with the colors leaking onto lighter colors...so make sure they are similar. I would use a big heaping scoop in a bucket of hot water and soak away and wash in hot water with another scoop after soaking. took care of my stuff:) Hope I helped!! OOh and as the person below said vinegar is amazing!!! I just wash it once with vinegar, wash again with baking soda if needed, then another round... » Read More once you get the smell it is hard to get out!!! What i have done to get the mildew or wet dog smell out is soak similar colors for up to an hour or overnight is they are close colors...i have had problems with the colors leaking onto lighter colors...so make sure they are similar. I would use a big heaping scoop in a bucket of hot water and soak away and wash in hot water with another scoop after soaking. took care of my stuff:) Hope I helped!! OOh and as the person below said vinegar is amazing!!! I just wash it once with vinegar, wash again with baking soda if needed, then another round with detergent also...that is for the really bad stuff. « Show Less
953860
I haven't had that issue, but with other things vinegar usually does the trick pretty well. After you wash it, swish some vinegar around it and then rinse. Hope that helps.
680295
I purchased the clear version, which is the one in the picture. I simply rinsed it myself with cold water and let it air dry. Haven't had any problems with mold or any other issues. It works really well for me. If u place it in the dishwasher -which i haven't tried- I would take it out before the heating cycle for drying kicks in. That heat may be too strong for this item.
900020
I have the exact same problems with mine that Grace has with her's! We make sure it is empty and drained after each use but it has gotten disgusting with the mold (actually I believe it is a bacterial growth). Despite this major problem I truly love this machine and I used mine several times a day!
181683
Following the directions helped. Use vinegar and water..soak it then let it air dry.
249809
rinse the entire thing out. Place straight distilled white vinegar into the unit. Run unit with only the distilled vinegar in it for a few hours that should clean it off good luck.
536057
Thank you for your suggestion to use vinegar. I just did and most of it came off. I have to use pumice in the toilet bowls too.
2118348
Since January 2013? How long did it perform to our satisfaction? A plastic scourer is necessary to get the inside base shiny bright as new. Vinegar alone will not remove the baked on sludge
860478
i did not have that problem. Have you tried contacting the manufacturer? Or else I would try a solution of water with vinegar and baking soda swished around. Just an idea.
316318
No I have not but try washing the stool with vinegar. That may keep the mold from returning
900024
Wow, mine has never gotten moldy, so the only thing that I can suggest is that you make sure you pour all the excess ice and water out and make sure that it is dry. I don't use mine every day so I don't know how much extra work that will add to your usage. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
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Maybe add a little alcohol (vodka) to the water and create a hostile environment for the mold, seal tight in ziploc baggie. No really good idea though, the long term storage combined with the sugar in the syrups compounds the problem.