A dishwasher is one of the most convenient kitchen appliances. It saves a lot of time and effort that is normally spent doing the dishes. Plus, for added convenience, dishwashers today are available with different settings and options that use water and energy efficiently. However, even such convenient kitchen appliances need to be operated with care to function in the best way possible. So here are a few mistakes one must avoid while using the dishwasher.

Not cleaning the filters
Cleaning the filters of a dishwasher is a task almost everyone dreads. After all, who would want to touch the wet food residue? But however nasty it may seem, cleaning the dishwasher’s filter after every wash cycle is essential. If one does not do so, the food residue will keep moving between the dishes in every following wash cycle – which is even worse. Also, if it is left uncleaned for a long time, more residue will accumulate and cause blockages, and cleaning this will be even worse than cleaning a tiny amount of food residue. So it is better to clean a dishwasher’s filters after every wash cycle.

Not loading it fully
Dishwashers use much less water to wash the dishes than a person generally would. By doing so, they not only save one’s time and effort but also save a lot of water. However, this only holds true if a dishwasher is loaded to its full capacity. Using the dishwasher for only a few plates leads to a waste of water and electricity. Therefore, to use it most efficiently, it is best to load the dishwasher fully.

Rinsing the dishes before placing them in the dishwasher
A dishwasher is designed to take care of dirty dishes in the best possible way. A person does not need to rinse the dirty dishes before loading them into the dishwasher. By doing so, one would actually be wasting a lot of water and their own time. Plus, a dishwasher works by first sensing how dirty the dishes are. So, if they are pre-rinsed, the dishwasher might use less power and water, which would mean the dishes might not get as effectively cleaned.

Dishwashers can be difficult to operate and may get unintentionally damaged over multiple uses. It is always best to purchase a dishwasher with a warranty to avoid paying unexpected repair costs. Some warranties cover only the parts, while others provide coverage for both parts and labor. Dishwasher companies offer various coverage options for different time periods. Users should check the available plans when purchasing the appliance and carefully review the elements that are not covered.