A dishwasher ensures that your dishes are washed more effectively than hand washing, therefore, a regular dishwasher service will ensure it works without any trouble. A dishwasher is a kitchen’s mainstay, that is often ignored when it comes to cleaning and servicing. Therefore, you might notice that your dishwasher is not washing the dishes, the way it used to. After a while, it even starts to smell stale or of rotten food. If the dishwasher is not maintained properly, the food remains and other particles can build up over several uses. This accumulation reduces the efficiency of your dishwasher and leads to poor performance. The dishes come out dirty and muddy.
1.Use your Dishwasher:
Regular use of dishwater is very essential for its upkeep. This removes the buildup of food leftovers and keeps the drain flowing. If you don’t use the dishwasher for a longer period of time, the seal may get dry and break eventually.
2. Run your dishwasher with a full load but don’t overcrowd it:
Running your dishwasher with a full load saves water, detergent, and energy. If you overcrowd your machine, you will end up with dirty dishes. There should be sufficient space for water and air to move between the dishes during the cycle. Try and load the dishwasher as per the manufacturer’s instruction so, that your machine runs efficiently. This even lets you access the entire dishwasher and you can perform the required maintenance properly.
3. Setting of water heater:
A dishwasher needs a minimum temperature setting of 120° F to function effectively for ideal cleaning performance and also protect the dishes from getting damaged. Coldwater can leave an oily film or foamy deposit. Before starting your dishwasher, turn on the tap until the water gets hot, this will help in cleaning the dishes properly. Let the water flow in the sink until it gets hot so that the dishwasher is running with the hot water to clean and dry performance. Make sure to link the dishwasher to the hot water pipeline and not the cold one. It is a good idea to let the water run in the sink until it gets hot before starting the dishwasher.
4. Clean out the dishwasher trap:
It is essential to clean your dishwasher trap often to make sure, that it doesn’t get blocked. There shouldn’t be any food remains, undissolved detergent, and grease going down the drainpipe and blocking it up. Over time this builds up resulting in a grimy film on your dishes and silverware. This can damage the dishwasher strainer and pump, which can be a costly repair.
5. Clean an empty dishwasher with vinegar:
Dishwasher tends to smell bad because of fungus and black yeast. The simplest way to clean your dishwasher is by putting a cup of white vinegar into the base of your dishwasher and run a normal cycle. This removes the food remains and keeps your dishwasher smelling fresh.
6. Change Filters and free clogs:
Food wastes and other scraps create clogs and other plumbing issues. These problems will stop your dishwashing machine from draining properly. Therefore, the dishwasher filter should be changed frequently to get free from any leftover food.
7. Use a high-quality detergent:
Saving a buck or two sounds tempting, but sometimes it comes with its own flaws. Cheaper detergents may not clean well and can form a film on the dishes and also glue up valves and hose pipes.
8. Remove the rust:
The dishwasher can build up rust, which can result in visible rust spots on the dishes. Properly check all the racks for rust and change them when necessary.
Taking care of your dishwasher is very essential. If you are looking to service your dishwasher, raise a request on the OneDios App in a few clicks, without having to call multiple people or search for phone numbers. OneDios is a one-stop-shop for all your dishwasher service, complaints, and repair requests. Download the OneDios app and upload the details of your dishwasher today. It will also help keep track of all your previous services and you can schedule the next maintenance of your dishwasher in advance. You can also buy the extended warranty and AMC’s for all AC brands such as Bosch 800, Siemens, Voltas, Faber, Miele Lumen, etc.