Remember to monthly wipe down equipment, run a hot cycle with bleach to disinfect the washer (then wipe down tub afterwards), check knobs (if they pull off) and make sure none are broken or damaged (this can lead to larger issues down the line) and replace if necessary, and finally pour some Bleach and Vinegar down the drain pipe to prevent smells from rising back up through the pipe. Smells coming back up through the drain pipe can often times make you think something is wrong with machine when you simply need to clean drainage area.