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rms1954
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Registered: ‎06-06-2019

Downy Ball

‎07-20-2025 03:49 PM

Has anyone ever used this?  I can't imagine how it would know when to disperse.

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jackthebear
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Re: Downy Ball

‎07-20-2025 03:57 PM

centrifugal force as the washer spins 

would be my guess

 

 

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Desertdi
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Re: Downy Ball

‎07-20-2025 04:07 PM

Downy Automatic Dispenser Ball (Pack of 2) | Fabric Softener or Conditioner Automatically Releases in Non-HE Washing Machine | Easy Use with Downy Liquid Laundry Fabric Softener

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Carmie
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Re: Downy Ball

‎07-20-2025 05:40 PM

I used to have one years ago.  The rubber stopper opens up during the spin cycle.  When the rinse water fills the machine, the softener is mixed in with the water.

 

It worked well.  I no longer use fabric softener.  It's a toxic oily mess.  Most newer washers have a fabric softener built in.

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JYWilliams
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Re: Downy Ball

‎07-20-2025 09:14 PM

I also use to have one years ago. It always worked like it a supposed. But I also no longer use any fabric softener
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Susan Louise
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Re: Downy Ball

‎07-20-2025 10:08 PM

I never used one...

Additionally, I haven't used any fabric softener product for over 20 years...not even the fabric softener sheets like Bounce.

 

With all the microfiber cloth and other new types of fabrics, it does nothing good for them and clogs the fibers.

 

The upside is saving $$$ by not purchasing those types of products.  Smiley Happy

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Pooky1
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Re: Downy Ball

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‎07-23-2025 08:40 PM - edited ‎07-23-2025 08:43 PM

  • I had a downy ball.before we got a new washer with a fabric softener dispenser. The  spin opens it up. They have been around since the 80s.
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