How to clean the dishwasher detergent basket

How to clean the dishwasher detergent basket

Here's how to eliminate limescale and detergent residues from the dishwasher drum in a simple and non-polluting way

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Here's how to eliminate limescale and detergent residues from the dishwasher drum in a simple and non-polluting way





The maintenance and hygiene of our dishwasher are essential, so that plates and glasses are always clean and away from unpleasant odors; moreover, bacteria (deriving from the contact of the dishes with our mouth) and molds (caused by food residues or stale water) can lurk in the dishwasher, which can endanger our health.

In particular, deposits of limescale or hygienic products can accumulate in the baskets suitable for containing the detergent, which have not completely dissolved in the water and which, over time, can give life to encrustations.

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How to clean the dishwasher basket

To clean the detergent basket of our dishwasher we must first unplug the appliance, to avoid running unnecessary risks. Then check if the basket can be completely removed from its compartment - there are appliances that do not allow this maneuver, in which case you will have to clean it directly in the dishwasher.

To dissolve the detergent and limescale residues, you can use very hot water, perhaps added with a teaspoon of bicarbonate which is a descaler: just pour it into the basket and let it act for a few minutes, then use a sponge to scrape off the dirt. It is important not to use an abrasive sponge, to avoid the risk of scratching the plastic of the basket and, as always, we do not recommend using a solution of water and vinegar not to contribute to water pollution.

A good habit to keep the entire dishwasher clean is to periodically carry out a vacuum wash, without dishes and without detergent, with very hot water: in this way the internal walls and the baskets will be descaled and unpleasant residues will be eliminated. During this wash we can insert a lemon cut in half into the appliance to disinfect the entire washing compartment, avoiding the formation of bacteria and microorganisms, and leave a pleasant scent.



HERE you can read other tricks to keep your dishwasher clean and sanitized.

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