Smelly soupmaker

morganlefay

I have a Morphy Richards Saute and Soupmaker which I love (got it in sale, worth every penny.) But I recently forgot to wash it up (which is a faff) and it had mouldy water sitting in it for a week or so. I have now washed it several times in scalding water and poured boiling water in it and on the lid, but it still smells nasty. It has lovely non-stick inside and is unharmed by my carelessness, but just smelly. Any ideas about what I can do to get rid of the pong ? TIA Morgan

peb

Can you run the programme with just water and bicarbonate of soda?  Not sure how soup makers work but bicarbonate of soda usually works if I've forgotten to wash my flasks out promptly

joedenise

I would suggest the same.  If that doesn't work, how about trying white vinegar?

clive0510

joedenise said:

I would suggest the same.  If that doesn't work, how about trying white vinegar?

or a new soupmaker.

MrsArmitage

Milton sterilising tablets helped when I had a similar incident with some glass jars. And then white vinegar and hot water.

clive0510

when I used to make my own beer I used to sterilize my brewing bins and barrels with something called camden tablets. they also took away any oduors that may have gathered while the equipment was being stored. might be worth a try.

carriebradshaw

I would suggest running it with hot water and lemon juice or maybe even slice the lemon up, put it in peel & all. Run the programme  & then when it's cooled slightly add some bicarb, leave it all in overnight & then wash it in the morning & see if that works

Baileys_Babe

I would try water and either bicarbonate of soda or vinegar. I hope you are able to remove the odour.

fhilly

Bicarbonate of soda is not good for non-stick; use washing soda instead, it is really good and cheap for soaking, washing dishes, greasy surfaces, general cleaning. You can add it to boost clothes washing and dishwasher. I think a 1kg bag is about 69 or 79p at homebargains.