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• Method 1 of 3: Packing the dishwasher
• Method 2 of 3: Let the dishwasher do its job
• Method 3 of 3: Cleaning the dishwasher
• Tips

Most people have a dishwasher these days, but you may have just bought your first dishwasher. If you are unsure of how to use a dishwasher, know that the process is quite simple. Carefully put the dishes in the dishwasher and then select the correct dishwashing program.Let the dishwasher run through the program completely and then take out the dry dishes. Clean your dishwasher from time to time.

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Method 1 of 3: Packing the dishwasher

1. Rinse the dishes. If you just put your dirty dishes in the dishwasher, they won't get clean. Before putting the dishes in the dishwasher, rinse them in the sink under the tap to remove food, sauce and other residues.
   • You don't have to completely clean the dishes before you put them in the dishwasher. In any case, make sure that there are no more food residues on it.
2. Pack the bottom rack. In the bottom rack you put pans, oven dishes, bowls and plates. Make sure that all objects are pointing towards the dishwasher nozzle and that everything is angled downwards. This way your dishes will be cleaned more thoroughly.
   • Put cutlery in the cutlery tray.
   • You put shallow dishes and plates in the back of the dishwasher.
   • Do not allow stainless steel and silver objects to touch each other. If they hit each other during the dishes, a chemical reaction can occur that can damage your dishes.
3. Pack the top rack. You put glasses and mugs in the top rack. Put them upside down in the dishwasher and tilt them as much as possible so that the inside is also washed. Also, place wine glasses at an angle so that they don't wobble during the dishes. Wine glasses can easily break in the dishwasher.
   • It is best to wash expensive wine glasses by hand.
4. Use the correct amount of detergent. You don't need a lot of detergent. If you use too much detergent, soap scum can stick to your dishes. Check the detergent packaging to see how much to add. Don't use more than that, even if you have very dirty dishes.
5. Be careful when packing plastic items. Plastic items do not weigh much and can easily be moved during the washing program. Make sure you put them in racks in which they stand firmly. Items should not wobble in the rack, as this could cause them to fall out or come loose during washing.
6. Do not put certain items in the dishwasher. Not everything can be washed in the dishwasher. Do not put the following items in the dishwasher:
   • Materials such as wood, cast iron, peauter, sterling silver and aluminum
   • Children's glasses with pictures on them
   • Pans with a non-stick coating
   • Expensive items

Method 2 of 3: Let the dishwasher do its job

1. If possible, choose the shortest dishwashing program. To save water, you usually choose the shortest and lightest dishwashing program. If your dishes are not very dirty, they should be thoroughly cleaned with this program. The dishes, glasses, pans and cutlery that you use during the week for eating, drinking and cooking should be able to be cleaned with a short dishwashing cycle.
2. Choose a longer, more intensive washing program if the dishes are dirty. Very dirty dishes may need a more thorough washing cycle to get clean. This can be the case, for example, if you have cooked and baked a lot. Normally, most of the caked-on residue should be removed if you choose a normal cycle instead of a short washing cycle. Dishes with stubborn stains can be washed with a thorough dishwasher program. It is best to wash greasy dishes with a program with a high temperature.
3. Allow dishes to air dry in most conditions. You save electricity by skipping the drying program. Unless you need the dishes immediately, let them air dry in the rack before putting everything away.

Method 3 of 3: Cleaning the dishwasher

1. Clean the outside. To start, scrub the outside. This way you remove spilled food and fingerprints. You wipe a plastic panel with a sponge and soap suds. You can clean a stainless steel panel with glass cleaner.
   • If you're using glass cleaner, don't spray it like that on the dishwasher. Moisture can damage the electrical coils. First, spray the glass cleaner on a paper towel or cloth and wipe away any smudges, spilled food, and fingerprints.
2. Clean the filter. A dishwasher has a built-in filter that must be cleaned regularly so that the dishwasher continues to work properly. The filter is located under the bottom rack and can be easily removed. For exact instructions on how to remove the filter, see the user manual for your dishwasher. Clean the filter in the sink. Use a sponge or your faucet nozzle (if you have one) to remove food and debris from the filter. When you're done, place the filter back in the dishwasher.
   • If you think of grains as coffee grounds, you can remove those residues with a small brush.
3. Remove the accessories from the dishwasher and clean them. Remove all loose parts such as the cutlery tray from your dishwasher. Put the parts in the sink and rinse away baked-on food residues with tap water.
   • If the accessories are only slightly dirty, you may be able to remove the food residue with just water. If the accessories are very dirty, you will likely need a brush or sponge.
4. Clean the inside. Before cleaning the inside, use paper towels to wipe off food and dirt from the bottom of the dishwasher. Then place a glass of white vinegar in the top rack of the dishwasher. Make sure to use a dishwasher-safe glass. Run the dishwasher through a full dishwashing cycle with the glass in it. This way you clean and refresh the inside of the dishwasher.
   • At the end of the dishwashing program, wipe the inside of the dishwasher with a paper towel.

Tips

• Check for straws stuck in the openings.
• Some plates are designed so that they can only be placed in the top rack of the dishwasher. Check this when you wash dishes in the dishwasher for the first time.
• Make sure you always remove coffee beans from the filter, as they can prevent the dishwasher from working properly.
• Make sure to put small items in the cutlery tray or another container. If they fall under the shelves, they can melt.