Is there an unpleasant smell coming from the dishwasher? The reasons are non-compliance with the operating rules or a malfunction. Often users forget to clean the equipment after work, do not carry out the prevention of blockages. As a result, you can get not only an unpleasant smell, but also a damaged dishwasher.
How to get rid of the “aroma” and restore the normal operation of the PMM, you will learn in our publication.
Why does the dishwasher smell bad?
Do you open the bin door and smell mold or sewage? This is not surprising if the chamber door closes tightly after a wash cycle. As a result, the remaining water leads to the formation of mold on the rubber gaskets.
Food residues from poorly cleaned appliances do not dissolve. They are washed off with jets of water from the dishes, falling into the drain filter, hose, pipes, pump. Spray nozzles are also often clogged.
If the car smells bad, like from the sewer, you need to check the correct connection of the drain. With a direct connection, it is important to maintain a distance from the floor, as well as create a bend. How to connect the dishwasher, you can find in the article. Otherwise, all the “aromas” of sewage will fall into the bunker.
Sometimes users complain about the smell of melted plastic or glue. This is due to non-compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. You may have loaded your machine with plastic containers that cannot withstand the high washing temperatures.
Have you recently started using a new dishwasher? Does the camera smell like plastic? Don’t worry, this happens with new technology. After the wash cycle, the smell will go away.
Do dishes smell like chemicals after washing? It’s about the detergent. Replace it with something else or reduce the dosage. Normally, the smell from the dishes should not be at all. Therefore, pay attention to this when buying powders and rinses.
Important! If it smells of burnt wiring, immediately stop using the PMM, pull the plug out of the socket. Until you find the cause, the car cannot be started.
How to fix the problem
The automatic washing program is good, but no one has canceled manual cleaning. First of all, check the following details:
- Open the chamber door.
- Pull out the dish baskets.
- Take out the drain filter at the bottom of the pan.
- Pull out the metal mesh behind it.
- Rinse the parts under the pressure of water, clean with a soft brush.
- Remove the nozzles, wash, clean the nozzles with a toothpick.
Pieces of food that need to be removed could also be stuck in the pump impeller:
- Remove the pump flap.
- Wearing gloves, clean the impeller.
Then:
- Disconnect the drain hose from the housing.
- Clean out debris, and also check the connection.
- Do the same with the siphon and sewerage.
It is recommended to clean the filter at least twice a month. Best after every wash. Remember to wipe the door seal with a dry cloth. After the end of the program, leave the hopper open so that it is ventilated and dried.
You can use a chemical agent that kills the smell after washing. If the bunker smells like a dog (maybe you washed the dishes after the dog), then specialized products will help you. The main thing is not to use those that can harm the metal parts of the camera:
- washing powders;
- chlorine.
For physical cleaning, do not use:
- metal brushes;
- hard washcloths.
You can use improvised means:
- If the problem is at an early stage, baking soda will help. Sprinkle baking soda on the tray, run a long washing program at high temperature, without dishes.
- Table vinegar perfectly absorbs extraneous aromas. The problem is that after processing, the vinegar itself leaves a pungent odor that takes a long time to disappear. Ready to try? Then pour some vinegar into a small bowl and place it on the bottom of the hopper. Run the cycle at high temperature.
Of course, you can use special flavors. But if the cause is not eliminated, they will help for a short time.
Problem prevention
How to remove an unpleasant smell you already know. And how to prevent its occurrence? To prevent it, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations:
- Clean your cutlery well before placing it in the basket.
- Leave the door open after washing. Wipe the seals with a dry cloth.
- Twice a year, carry out a complete cleaning of the machine from scale and dirt.
- Clean the filter in your dishwasher regularly.
- Do not keep dirty dishes in a closed chamber for a long time. At least turn on the rinse mode.
Now you know how to eliminate an unpleasant smell in a Bosch dishwasher or another brand. Tips from the video will help you properly clean your equipment: