Methods of removing odor from dishwashers

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Kitchen, is the source of family fireworks, is the birth of the dream of food land. And The Dishwasher, as a kitchen cleaning right-hand man, every day quietly combat with oil residue, dirty dishes become as clean as new. However, I do not know when, a pungent odor from the dishwasher floated out, breaking the harmony and beauty of the kitchen. Where does this smell come from? And how do you effectively wipe it out and make the kitchen fresh again? Here's a super-practical guide to killing dishwasher odors.

(1)、Deep cleaning

1. filter cleaning

①．Remove the filter: different brands and models of dishwasher filter removal method is slightly different, but mostly relatively simple. Generally open the door of the dishwasher first, find the position of the filter, according to the instructions, gently rotate or lift up the filter, take it out of the dishwasher. Be careful not to spill residue on the filter screen.

②．Rinse: take the screen to the sink side, rinse with flowing water, water flow to moderate, both can wash away most of the residue, and will not make the screen deformation. For stubborn stains, use a soft brush, such as an old toothbrush, dip in a small amount of neutral detergent, gently brush every gap in the filter. Attention should be paid to the intensity of washing to prevent damage to the filter.

③．Rinse and dry: after washing, rinse the filter again with clean water to ensure that the detergent and residual stains are washed away. Then put the filter in a well-ventilated place to dry, to avoid residual moisture breeding bacteria.

2.spray arm cleaning

①．Check the spray arm: first observe whether the normal rotation of the spray arm, if the rotation is not smooth, there may be foreign bodies stuck. Turn the spray arm slightly to feel for resistance.

②. Clean the small holes: prepare toothpicks or fine needles, carefully insert each small hole, gently dredge. Be patient when operating to avoid excessive force damage spray arm. Can also be removed from the spray arm, placed under the tap with strong flow of water, while using toothpicks to assist in cleaning.

③. Installation test: after the cleaning is completed, install the spray arm back to the original position to ensure a firm installation. Then start the dishwasher fast cleaning process, observe whether the spray arm rotation is smooth, whether the water flow is normal.

3.cleaning of the inner wall

The inner walls of dishwashers can also become contaminated with food particles and stains during long-term use, a potential source of odor.

①. Prepare cleaning tools: choose a soft wet cloth, dip in an appropriate amount of neutral detergent. Neutral detergent will not corrode the dishwasher wall, and can effectively remove stains.

②. Wipe the inner wall: Start from the top of The Dishwasher, slowly wipe along the inner wall, focusing on the corners, edges and bottom. For stubborn stains, you can use a damp cloth to wipe a few times, or a little pressure.

③. Rinse and dry: after wiping, wipe away the detergent residue with a clean wet cloth, and then dry the inner wall with a dry cloth to keep the inner wall dry.

(2)、High temperature sterilization

1.choose the appropriate procedure

Open the dishwasher control panel and locate the hot air wash program. Different brands of dishwasher may have different names, such as“High temperature disinfection”, “Strong wash”, etc. . You can choose the appropriate procedure according to the instructions.

2.start the operation correctly

Make sure there are no dishes in the dishwasher, close the door and press the Start button. Don't open the door during the operation of the procedure, so as not to affect the sterilization effect.

3.complete follow-up ventilation

After the procedure, don't close the door immediately, let the dishwasher internal ventilation for a period of time, so that the residual moisture distributed out, further keep dry.

 (3)、Drying and ventilation

The humid environment is a breeding ground for odors, so it's important to keep the dishwasher.

1.open the door and breathe in time

After each use of the dishwasher, immediately open the door to allow fresh air to enter, accelerate the release of moisture. If you are worried about dust getting in, you can hang a piece of gauze on the door.

2.use dehumidifiers

If the kitchen is poorly ventilated, place a dehumidifier box next to the dishwasher. The dehumidifier can effectively absorb the moisture in the air and reduce the humidity around the dishwasher. Check the dehumidifier box regularly and change it in time when it is full of moisture.

3.regular cleaning of drainage pipes

Clogged drains can also lead to moisture and odors inside the dishwasher. Regular check drain whether smooth, if blocked, can use professional drain cleaning agent for cleaning, or dredge with fine wire.

(4)、Good habits

Cultivate good habits of use, can reduce the generation of odor from the source, so that dishwasher always keep fresh.

1. pretreatment of tableware

Before putting the dishes in The Dishwasher, a simple pretreatment can greatly reduce the possibility of odor.

①. Remove large pieces of food, such as rice, leaves, or bones, from utensils with a paper towel or brush. Avoid putting utensils with a lot of residue directly into the dishwasher.

②. Soak stubborn stains: for tableware with stubborn stains, such as scorch marks on the baking tray, oil stains on the bottom of the pot, etc. , can be soaked in water for a period of time, or use detergent for preliminary cleaning, and then put in the dishwasher.

2.rational use of detergents

Choosing a special detergent suitable for dishwashers and controlling the dosage correctly can effectively prevent the generation of odor.

①. Select special detergent: There Are Dishwasher detergent, dishwasher block, dishwasher powder and other products. According to The Dishwasher model and personal needs to choose the right detergent. The special detergent can dissolve the oil stain better and has less residue.

②. Control dosage: Strictly in accordance with the detergent instructions on the amount added, not too much or too little. Too much detergent will leave a residue in the dishwasher that will ferment with food scraps and produce a bad smell; too little and you won't get good results.

Conclusion

It is not difficult to eliminate the odor of dishwashers. As long as we master these practical methods, we can easily solve the odor problem from the aspects of deep cleaning, high temperature sterilization, drying and ventilation, and cultivating good habits, let The Dishwasher always keep fresh, for our kitchen life to add more beautiful.