If you've noticed your plates and glasses are coming out of the dishwasher looking anything but clean, a thorough examination of your appliance is most likely necessary. Provided below are 4 DIY solutions that may solve your dilemma before you need to pick up the phone and call your local Las Cruses appliance repair company.
Overloading
An overfilled dishwasher is a common problem that often leads homeowners to believe their appliance is malfunctioning. Luckily, this issue is easily solved and shouldn't cost you a dime. The mistake occurs when too many plates, glasses, and utensils are stacked into the dishwasher causing the spray arm to become restricted and unable to reach all of the dishware. The solution is to lessen the appliance's load. If overloading is the only problem, you should see results immediately.
Water Temperature
Your dishwasher requires hot water to clean your dishes properly. To test your water temperature, turn your kitchen faucet on and allow the hot water to run for a few minutes. Once enough time has passed, place a meat thermometer underneath the stream of water to discover how hot the temperature is getting. If the thermometer doesn't reach at least 120 degrees Fahrenheit, which is the required temperature to clean your dishware, you will need to adjust your hot water heater.
Hard Water
When your glassware appears cloudy after coming out of your dishwasher, hard water is the most likely culprit. The filmy residue leftover is quite unsightly, and your best course of action is to install a water softener in your home. If you are unable to do this, you can try adding more detergent to your dishwasher to counter act your hard water issue. Unfortunately, operating your dishwasher with hard water can cause other malfunctions in the appliance, such as problems with its heating element. If this happens, a call to an appliance repair company will be needed.
Spray Arms Clogged
Clogged spray arms are another frequent issue that effects your appliance's ability to clean. The spray arms in your dishwasher can become congested from a buildup of soap residue, food particles, or mineral deposits. You can eliminate the obstruction by inserting and removing a pipe cleaner into the holes of each spray arm. Once all debris is extracted, you should no longer have any issues with your dishes coming out dirty.
If you're dishwasher is not cleaning your dishes properly and you've tried all the steps above, please contact us at SoBellas Las Cruses Appliance Repair and we'll be happy to diagnose and fix your appliance.
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