Dishwasher thorough cleaning in 7 steps

At first, it may seem that dishwashers do not need special care, since they look clean for quite some time. But in fact, with each wash cycle, work items are inevitably contaminated by hard water sediments, food debris and detergents. Scale and grease build-up lead to breakdowns or inefficient performance. Therefore, cleaning the dishwasher (PMM) - is the main condition for its long-term operation.

Let's find out how to clean the dishwasher in just 7 simple steps at home. But keep in mind that this is an example of a full range of procedures, which, of course, does not always need to be performed in full. In addition, some procedures should be performed regularly, and some - only as problems arise.

Step 1. Washing the strainer

Let's start with cleaning the strainer, which must be cleaned once a week. After all, it fairly quickly forms a bloom of fat, which clogs the small cells, because of which there is an unpleasant smell, and most importantly - leak.

To remove the filter, the lower basket is carefully removed and taken apart, as shown in the photo above. It is enough to rinse the removed filter under running water with ordinary dishwashing liquid and put it in place.

Step 2. Cleaning the blades

Now clean the blades (impeller or rocker), which are also cleaned as it gets dirty. They may be clogged with food residue or scum. If this happens, then all blades should be removed and washed alternately, and the holes cleaned with a toothpick as shown in the following photo.

After assembly, they should rotate well, if this did not happen, then the axis should be de-scaled.

Step 3. We clean the seals

Door seals should be cleaned every 6 months. For this purpose, a specialized tool is purchased, recommended by the manufacturer of the dishwasher.

• The space between the pads is convenient to clean with a toothbrush.
• It is better not to use folk remedies like citric acid, since because of it the rubber gasket loses its elasticity, which means that PMM can start to leak.

Step 4. We launder the "dead zone" and baskets

In the lower part of the car’s door there is a “dead zone” - water does not flow here, and the garbage accumulates. This part must not be forgotten to be thoroughly cleaned.

The plastic parts of the basket are quickly and easily cleaned with a brush and dishwashing detergent.

Step 5. Get rid of fat, mold and rust

Now you need to remove all visible dirt, mold, grease and rust:

• To remove mold, you will need to apply bleach. However, this process will be dangerous for parts made of stainless steel, so it is better to prevent the growth of mold fungi, regularly drying the machine. To do this, simply leave the door open so that the inner compartment is ventilated;

• Rust removal.A special rust remover should be used, but it is also important to understand why corrosion occurs. So, over time, the paint on the baskets can begin to peel off, then you can update the coating with a special sealant. And to prevent water from entering the device with a significant iron content (from rusty pipes, for example), a filter should be placed at the inlet;
• Ideally, the camera, door, seals and pre-filter PMM should be wiped every day.

Step 6. Clean the machine from scale

For descaling, it is best to purchase a special tool and run one short washing cycle with it or, on the contrary, the most powerful and long mode at the maximum temperature - this depends on the chosen cleaner. Of course, the car must be empty.

• What dishwasher cleaner to choose? The most common remedy is Finish cleaner. But there are other effective fluids, for example from HG, Soda sun, Somat, Topper and the remedy for Amway.
• It is not recommended to use citric acid, as it can ruin the gaskets. In extreme cases, you can clean the dishwasher using soda and vinegar: pour 5% table vinegar in a regular mug (if you dilute from 70% essence, then add 13 tablespoons of water to 1 tbsp of essence), then add there ¼ cups of baking soda and place the glass on the top shelf (for mugs). And then start the car in the usual program without dishes.

• It is enough to carry out such cleaning 1 time in 3 months.

• The main advice is to prevent scale, do not neglect the regular use of salt, because it changes the composition of the water and does not allow the accumulation of deposits.

See also the material: How to clean the washing machine from dirt and scale in 5 steps.

Step 7. Wipe the car clean

After the end of the cycle, simply wipe the dishwasher chamber - if any dirt remains, then they should easily move away.

Well, that's all, your assistant is ready to complete the work again!

We also invite you to watch the following video about the care and prevention of the formation of mineral deposits using salt:

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