What’s that horrible smell coming from the dishwasher? If your dishwasher stinks, the most likely culprit is food that has got trapped inside the filter or drainage system. Underneath the dishwasher should also be checked, as well as the dishwasher spray arms and drain. However, before checking individual parts, run a dishwasher cleaning product through the dishwasher, as this is relatively easy to do, and it may remove or dislodge the food that is causing the dishwasher to stink.
If you are not completely sure where the smell is coming from, check underneath the dishwasher to make sure there is no food debris, dead insects, or rodents that are causing the smell.
If there is nothing underneath the dishwasher causing the smell, then the next step is to run a dishwasher cleaning product through the dishwasher. A dishwasher cleaning product can be purchased, or two cups of white vinegar can also be used to clean the dishwasher. The cleaning product may be able to clean out parts like the drain hose or drain pump without you needing to disassemble the dishwasher. Running a heavy-duty wash cycle on the hottest setting with a normal dishwasher tablet or powder may also give the dishwasher the clean it needs.
Follow these simple steps to give your dishwasher a deep clean:
One of the places where food debris can get trapped and mold builds up is in the spray arms. A thorough cleaning should remove those things, but if you still have a nasty smell coming from your dishwasher, take out the spray arms and give them a separate clean.
To do that:
Most dishwashers contain a filter that can be removed and cleaned. The filter is usually located at the bottom of the dishwasher tub. If the filter is not cleaned regularly, the filter can become clogged and cause the dishwasher to stink.
Here’s how to clean your dishwasher filter:
The smell from your dishwasher may be coming from the drain that the dishwasher drain hose is connected to. Using a drain cleaner product or two cups of white vinegar can clear the drain and wash the nasty smell away. For an extra layer of cleaning, after ten minutes, put three tablespoons of baking soda into the drain, leave it for ten minutes, and then pour some hot water into the drain to wash the baking soda away.
Depending on your dishwasher’s setup, the dishwasher should be connected to the garbage disposal or an air gap or have the drain hose connected via a high loop. Cleaning or adjusting these features may solve the issue.
Here’s what to do:
To stop your dishwasher from stinking, get into the habit of keeping the dishwasher clean. By following these tips, not only will it ensure the dishwasher does not smell bad, but it will also ensure the dishwasher lasts longer.
Tips to keep the dishwasher clean:
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