Still running after 3+1/2 yrs. Has anyone dared to unscrew the bottom of the washbasin to check for hair/lint buildup?
2032137
No, not yet. It's only been a few months since purchase. I do add an extra spin cycle at the end to drain excess water. Otherwise, I'm pretty happy with the purchase and I do about four to six loads per week.
210763
When I washed mine, it kinda fell apart. Now I am trying to figure out how to find new filters. Otherwise, the machine is WONDERFUL. I keep it going non stop in my office area. It's been two years, with no problems except my throwing the filter in the washing machine! Don't do that! Wash by hand.
1367366
I haven't had to clean it since it was installed. I think that was over a year ago.
745964
Have not had any trouble to date. Most of the time, the recommended hot water and detergent method works for me as well. If the ingredients were high in fat or the container sat too long after being emptied, a quick hand-wash is necessary. One thing I'd caution is to not immerse the outside of your base as I think the repeated exposure to detergent is part of the reason the seal on my original container went out.
143522
I've not removed mine since I've had it. Not had any problems that I'm aware of. I go thru the carwash and everything with it.
697206
We washed it out before using it and never had that problem. I even bought a second one.
1415879
No help -- mine is still in perfect condition. It takes a LOT of room to wash it.
1845113
Nonono, I just clean it like once every 2nd month or something in the cleaning station. I clean it once per month just by adding soap to it and let it buzz for 30 seconds :)
1167660
I haven't had to replace mine. It's held up well in the washer. I use it every night. Have you tried Amazon, or perhaps the manufacturer?
872589
Sorry, I can't help you there, we've had ours for a little over 2 yrs and have had no problem with it. We love it.
1974290
Yes. Just washed mine again this afternoon. The think is nearly bullett proof.
691070
I have one I saved from about 20 years ago. I've been looking for a new one but the old one still works. I just keep washing it.
937782
I've never noticed lint on my ergo like I did my k'tan. I've washed it and it still looks new!
1984599
had mine 2 years and it's fine. hides dirt well and you can throw in the washing machine which I've only done once.
564307
Sorry, I can't help. When my old drainboard's plug became really ugly and I was unsuccessful in finding a replacement, I cleaned it well so that I knew it wasn't harboring mildew or bacteria. I have put the components into the dishwasher with good results.
1510717
I've not had that problem, but i did clean a lot of lint from it. I turned it over and first cleaned the brushes. There was a lot if lintbehind them that i just pulled out with my fingers. You may need better bags too.
526736
I've never had an issue. I've probably washed it a dozen times in the top rack and it comes out as clean as anything else in the washer.