3 Steps for a Cleaner Dishwasher

Today I am going to share 3 easy and frugal steps to keep your dishwasher running well.

For sparkling dishes load after load, a dishwasher needs monthly cleaning.
Don't worry, this are easy.

First thing to do is to check and clean the filter located on the floor of the dishwasher (underneath the bottom rack). 

Some filters trap food residues on the outside surface, so a simple wiping with a paper towel does the job. Other filters require that you unscrew the cover.

Always check your dishwasher owner's manual.

After every load, take a glance at the filter and in the bottom of the dishwasher, especially if you have children loading and running it. 

If you have children, don't ask me why.

Picking up any food residues, labels, lids, caps, straws, will help the dishwasher clean dishes better.

Next, is to dump 1 quart of white vinegar 

in the bottom of the dishwasher and run it through a complete washing cycle without any dishes.

Finally, make sure the water going into the dishwasher is hot enough by running the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and using the water heating option on the dishwasher (if you have one).

We have a Hi-temp cycle, and a Sani-rinse, that brings the water to very high temperatures and steam.

I use that occasionally to sanitize the dishwasher as well.

These easy 3 steps will help your dishwasher running more efficiently.
Our dishwasher is almost 3 years old and we use it daily (about every 2 or 3 meals).

How do you clean your dishwasher?

Stay Frugal,

Daniela

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