Six Tips to Maintain Your Dishwasher

Your dishwasher is one of the hardest working appliances in your house. Like most appliances, it needs a little TLC to help keep it running efficiently and looking like new. Follow these helpful tips to get sparkling results every time.

1. Clean the Filter

If your dishwasher has a filter, remove it and clean off any food or grime. Food can become trapped in the filter and impair cleaning. Also, scrape off any leftover food before you load it in.

2. Clean the Door and Seals

With a little attention, it’s easy to keep your dishwasher running smoothly and prevent leaks. Wipe down the rubber seals and door around the edges to prevent soil and grime from building up.

3. Clean the Spray Arm

Clean the spray arm by wiping it down with a damp towel. You can extend its life by removing the spray arm to clear any blockages with a toothpick every six months. Detailed instructions for removing and cleaning your spray arm can be found in the owner’s manual.

4. Make it Monthly

Keeping up with your monthly maintenance is the key to ensuring peak performance for your machine. Monthly cleaning helps prevent the build of germs and maintains your machine’s efficiency.

5. Keep it Running

Running your dishwasher at least once a week will help keep it working properly and save water. Remember, even small loads can save water and energy with today's efficient dishwashers.

6. Odor Removal

If you notice an odor coming from your dishwasher run a cup of white vinegar in the empty dishwasher detergent for an entire cycle.

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