topic Re: DIshwasher cleaning in Kitchen

DIshwasher cleaning

Pooky1 — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:00:49 GMT

I'm just curious about how many of you buy a dishwasher cleaner and run it in your dishwasher and how often do you do it? I just ran my dishwasher yesterday empty with affresh dishwasher cleaner tablet. Until years ago when we had our dishwasher fixed and repair person when he took it apart and pointed out what was underneath where you can't normally see he said you need to run cleaner through your dishwasher to keep it clean. It will wash away all that build up. Until then.I never new you were supposed to do that.

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cjm61 — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:11:57 GMT

Yes @Pooky1 , we do that regularly as well as the washing machine. We find it's the odor that is noticeable as we can't see the grime inside the appliance. But, it's nice to know the grime is cleaned, just feels better.

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Ainhisg — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:19:15 GMT

What dishwasher cleaner do you purchase?

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brandiwine — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:31:07 GMT

You don't have to buy a special cleaner. Using citric acid crystals will do the cleaning safely as well. I just put the crystals in the dispenser or on the bottom of the dishwasher. I use about 1 tablespoon.

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wagirl — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:03:37 GMT

I have before--not sure if it did anything and then tried a DYI cleaner--same result

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cindyNC — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:07:42 GMT

I've never done that, but when I run the dishes, there is rarely a spec of food debris on them. It's an older machine and I want it to last.

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RollTide2008 — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:41:38 GMT

I use Affresh once a month. I run my washing machine and dish washer through a cleaning cycle with the appropriate product, run a disposal cleaning foam through the garbage disposal, and give the cat his flea treatment at the same time.

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fthunt — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:17:21 GMT

@RollTide2008 I'm slow to catch on but.....the connection with disposal foam and the cat not getting! LOL

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Still Raining — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:35:46 GMT

They tell you that these products are septic safe, but I still wonder.

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rockygems123 — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:36:07 GMT

@Pooky1

Just read last night to run your dishwasher with a cup of vinegar to clean it.

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rockygems123 — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:45:55 GMT

@cindyNC wrote:
I've never done that, but when I run the dishes, there is rarely a spec of food debris on them. It's an older machine and I want it to last.

@cindyNC

We clean our dishes before too and even as far as wiping ones with greasy things like salad dressing with a paper towel. Would rather waste a paper towel than have gunk go down the drain or disposal.

Recently the forum had a check your dishwasher filter topic and found barely anything on mine.

It's 5yrs old and never checked it before and like you I want it to last. And also not have to call the plumber out for a clog like we did years ago.

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SaveTheTurtles — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 17:31:01 GMT

I better start cleaning my dishwasher.

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maximillian — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 17:31:05 GMT

Someone mentioned using white vinegar as a cleaner. That usually works for many cleaning jobs. It's also safe, easy to buy and relatively cheap. How about baking soda? That also serves well as an all-purpose cleaner and deodorizer. Would that be suitable for the dishwasher clean out?

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amyb — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 18:58:54 GMT

@brandiwine wrote:
You don't have to buy a special cleaner. Using citric acid crystals will do the cleaning safely as well. I just put the crystals in the dispenser or on the bottom of the dishwasher. I use about 1 tablespoon.

I've never heard of those?! Where do you get them??

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ciao_bella — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 20:53:29 GMT

I use white vinegar. Have been using this method for a very long time and I have no issues at all with my dishwasher, and it's an older one too.

Here's how to keep your dishwasher clean using a cup of white vinegar.

Pour one cup of white vinegar into a dishwasher-safe mug. ...
Place the mug upright on the top rack of your dishwasher and then close the door of the appliance.
Run the dishwasher on the normal cycle with hot water for extra sterilization.

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pdlinda — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:35:41 GMT

@rockygems123 Where do you put the vinegar? Thank you.

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Natureluvr — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 22:17:37 GMT

I read an article years ago that recommended using powdered Tang to clean the dishwasher. That same article also mentioned using denture cleaning tabs for your shower head. I haven’t tried either of these myself, though.

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ciao_bella — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 22:24:43 GMT

@pdlinda wrote:
@rockygems123 Where do you put the vinegar? Thank you.

@pdlinda You put the white vinegar in a safe proof cup on the top shelf of your dishwasher. Reason being is

The vinegar loosens soap scum, food particles and grease from the dishwasher's walls and racks and washes it down the drain. Once the cycle is complete, open the door and remove the mug. **You should Never just pour white vinegar into your dishwasher or the pod tray**.

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Pooky1 — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 23:54:41 GMT

I buy affresh. I get it from Amazon in a 6 pack.You ca

@Ainhisg wrote:
What dishwasher cleaner do you purchase?

can buy it in grocery stores and walmart.

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evelyner — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 04:56:40 GMT

I use white vinegar I try to remember once a month but I'm often late.