Maintenance Guides / Appliances

Run dishwasher cleaning cycle

Difficulty: easyTime: 5 mins

Why it matters

Over time, hard water scale, grease, and food particles build up inside the pump and hoses. This leads to foul odors and leaves a white film on your dishes.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Empty the dishwasher completely.

  • 2

    Place a dishwasher cleaning tablet in the bottom or a bowl of 1 cup white vinegar on the top rack.

  • 3

    Run the longest, hottest cycle available.