As a rule, we would recommend cleaning your dishwasher once every 3 months with our Finish Dishwasher Cleaner. However, there are some signs that will signal your dishwasher needs a clean:
- An unpleasant smell.
- Food build-up in the filter of your machine.
- Cutlery / crockery leaves a cycle covered with food or grease.
- Rusting inside of the machine.
- Food in the sprayer arm.
- The machine getting clogged.
For the latter, a quick fix is to ensure you’re always scraping off large bits of food before putting it in the dishwasher (this also eliminates the need to waste water rinsing off the plate!). Aside from the list above, there are also less obvious signs, such as build-up of grease and limescale occurring in the hidden but vital parts of your machine.
By knowing how and when to clean your dishwasher, you’re maintaining one of your most useful kitchen assets. You’ll not only keep your machine working at its best, but it’ll also make sure your dishes and glasses come out sparkling every time.
If you are after more regular maintenance of your machine, you can also use our Finish In Wash Cleaner tablets. They can be used once a month or on particularly full greasy loads. The In Wash Cleanertablets will clean your dishwasher, removing grease, while your dishes are being cleaned (remember to use detergent too!).
