A dishwasher is a significant investment, but many families unknowingly cause their machine to deteriorate quickly due to a few small habits. Below are 5 common mistakes and how to avoid them.
1. Not using salt & rinse aid with hard water
Hard water causes limescale buildup in the machine's compartment and pipes, which over time reduces efficiency and lifespan. Add dishwasher salt and rinse aid to protect your machine.
2. Incorrectly scraping off food scraps
You don't need to rinse dishes thoroughly, but make sure to scrape off bones, peels, and large food particles — they can easily clog the filter.
3. Improper loading, blocking spray arms
Load dishes face down, not stacked, and do not block the spray arms, so water can reach all surfaces of the dishes.
4. Using the wrong detergent
Absolutely do not pour hand dishwashing liquid into the machine — it will overflow with suds and damage the machine. Use the correct dosage of specialized dishwasher tablets.
5. Not cleaning the filter regularly
A dirty filter is the main reason for unclean and smelly dishes. Clean the filter every 1–2 weeks.
👉 By avoiding these 5 mistakes, your dishwasher will last longer and your dishes will be cleaner. See the economy combo for a complete set of tablets + salt + rinse aid.