Appliances · low safety risk
Clean the dishwasher interior
Use the model-specific cleaner, placement, cycle, and waiting period.
- How often
- As specified by the equipment manual
- Time
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Editorial status
- Published
Before you begin
How to do it
- Read the confirmed manual and cleaner label for the exact product, placement, preparation, and cycle.
- Follow that model's instructions about an empty or loaded dishwasher; do not transfer a procedure from a different model.
- Complete the specified cycle and any closed-door waiting or rinsing period, then record completion.
Stop and get help when
- Unexpected heat, odor, leakage, or electrical damage
- A component cannot be accessed or refitted safely
Stop and arrange qualified appliance service for unsafe access, leakage, electrical damage, or persistent performance problems.
Sources and review
Written by Upkeeping editorial team. Published Upkeeping guidance. Follow your equipment manufacturer’s instructions.