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Dishwasher maintenance
It’s rarely something one considers, but regular dishwasher maintenance actually significantly extends the machine’s lifespan. Below you’ll find 3 easy tips for dishwasher maintenance that will save you money in the long run.
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Dishwasher maintenance - 3 easy steps
It’s essential that you take care of your dishwasher and clean it regularly, as this helps extend the machine’s lifespan – and it actually results in cleaner dishes too.
- Ensure that you descale the machine every month or every other month. How often this should be done depends on the level of calcium in the water in your area. Use a descaling tablet as part of the routine dishwasher maintenance. If this isn’t done and the limescale builds up on the heating element, it will wear out faster.
- Clean the coarse filter after each wash. This is a crucial part of maintaining your dishwasher, ensuring that no food particles get trapped in the filter and pump, which could cause blockages.
- The arms should also be cleaned regularly as part of standard dishwasher maintenance. If there’s resistance on the machine arms, from limescale and food particles, it puts a strain on the pump, causing it to wear out faster.
By doing this, you’ll ensure that your machine operates optimally. Read more of our articles about apartment maintenance to ensure everything works as it should.
Maintain your dishwasher with the right products
A dishwasher needs detergent tablets for washing, but that’s not the only thing it requires. For regular dishwasher maintenance, you should also periodically ensure that both rinse aid and salt are filled in the machine for the best results.
The machine will indicate when it’s time to add either rinse aid or dishwasher salt.
Tips to simplify your dishwasher maintenance
- Remove food remnants from dishes before placing them in the dishwasher.
- Use a variety of washing programmes and avoid relying solely on quick programmes.
- Avoid closing the machine door immediately after washing. Instead, leave the door ajar.
- Clean filters, baskets, and the door regularly.
- Clean the rubber seals frequently.