How to clean the dishwasher
To ensure that your dishes and utensils are always properly clean and disinfected, it is necessary to take the best care of your dishwasher. With its regular maintenance, you will protect yourself from unwanted problems.
And there is hardly anything more unpleasant than the smell that begins to emanate from the machine after a while. For this reason, it is advisable to clean the dishwasher thoroughly. Over time, food particles accumulate in the appliance, which can block the water flow and the operation of the machine itself.
However, there are some dishwasher models with self-cleaning cycles. For all other types of machines, there are a number of ways to remove accumulated food residue, extending the life of the appliances. Some of them can be done at home.
You don't have to book an appointment with a specialist or call a dishwasher repair shop. Many people complain that their machines don't clean properly for certain reasons.
The problem could be related to many things. Among the reasons why the machine is not cleaning dishes properly are damage to the filter, the wash arms, or other parts of the appliance.
Cleaning can be done with quick-mixed solutions. And the ingredients for them are among the most commonly used by every housewife in the kitchen. One option is to mix vinegar and baking soda.
This is a great option for cleaning your machine during a wash cycle. You should sprinkle baking soda on the bottom of the dishwasher. Then run the machine at its highest operating temperature.
This will keep your dishwasher free of stains and odors. Another option for cleaning your dishwasher is to use lemons, oranges, or grapefruit. These citrus fruits are ideal for disinfecting your dishwasher.
They eliminate germs in the dishwasher. All you have to do is cut the citrus fruit into several pieces, removing the seeds from it. Place the lemon, orange or grapefruit in the machine.
Place some of it in the upper and lower racks, as well as in the tub of the appliance. Start a hot cycle of the machine and let the citrus fruit pieces do their job. After the end of the working program, you will feel the difference.
Your dishwasher will be cleaner and fresher, thanks to the action of citrus. For those looking for a more unconventional option, cleaning the machine with tea tree oil. If you mix it with vinegar, you will get a great tool for disinfecting the dishwasher.
Put the liquid in a spray bottle, then spray the inside of the machine. Then run a hot cycle and your dishwasher will be cleaner than before. Ways to clean your machine:
A mixture of vinegar and baking soda |
With citrus fruit pieces |
With tea tree oil |
