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    Mar 4, 2007, 02:33 PM
    Dirt in Laundry sink
    Hi, I have noticed a bunch of dirt inside my laundry sink after doing laundry. The sink is in my basement and my washing machine water drains into that sink. What does this mean?:confused:
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    Mar 4, 2007, 09:55 PM
    It means you have dirt in you laundry. Too much of it and you going to be buying a new one.
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    Mar 5, 2007, 05:10 AM
    Hi Doug,

    Are you just being funny? My laundry is pretty normal from just daily wear. If I had been washing something full of dirt I would not have asked the question. :D Do you really think its from a dirty washer? I thought maybe it was coming up from the sink drain. Today I think I may just turn the washer on for a full cycle with no soap and see what happens in the sink.

    Thanks for responding, I appreciate it.

    Connie
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    Mar 5, 2007, 05:13 AM
    I do plumbing construction too. On those days where I am digging I get a little bit of dirt on me. I usually just shake the dirt off. But last year I had to buy another washing machine because it collected at the bottom of the washing machine and stopped it up and burned up my pump.
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    Mar 5, 2007, 05:44 AM
    Doug,

    Ok... My washer is pretty old. I really appreciate your helpfulness. Its actually a relief to think it might just be the washer, because I live in a really old home and I was thinking I had plumbing problems.

    Have a Great Day My Friend.

    Connie:cool:
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    Mar 5, 2007, 06:04 AM
    Try craigslist.com you can get a free washing machine there. You got to be quick. I got a like new dryer free a few weeks ago. Peek in the atlanta area to see what my choices look like. It is unbelievable what folks give away.
    craigslist: atlanta classifieds for jobs, apartments, personals, for sale, services, community, and events
    Look under the FOR SALE tab, click on FREE
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