How to use Finish dishwasher cleaner

Many PMM owners don’t even think about the fact that their equipment needs maintenance. They have been using the machine for years, not knowing that the device must be periodically cleaned to remove scale, grease and limescale. Experts recommend starting preventive cleaning at least once every 3 months. For this purpose, special compositions have been developed, for example, Finish dishwasher gel. Let's figure out how to use the product correctly.

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Which PMM care product should I choose? The range of household chemicals is wide, and it is quite difficult to settle on any specific manufacturer. Many users recommend using dishwasher cleaner Finish. This is an effective and relatively inexpensive composition.

Before using a cleaning product, be sure to read the instructions on the package.

The cost of Finish dishwasher cleaner is about $4. A 250 ml plastic bottle is designed for one use. Instructions on how to use the product are presented on the packaging.

The first thing you need to do is clean the filter assembly of your dishwasher. To do this, pull out the lower basket and remove the filter. Rinse the mesh in warm water and replace it.

Next, clean the inside of the washing chamber. Remove any debris stuck under the rubber seals and door edges. Wipe the walls with a clean damp cloth.

How to use the cleaner? The algorithm will be as follows:

• remove the sticker without opening the lid;
• turn the bottle upside down and place it in the bottom tray of the dishwasher;
• close the PMM door;
• turn on the machine and run a high-temperature washing program (with water heating at least 60 degrees, for example, intensive mode);
• wait until the cycle ends, remove and discard the bottle of cleaner.

The dishwasher must be empty during the maintenance cycle, without cutlery.

The cleaner for PMM Finish will provide:

• descaling;
• cleansing from fat;
• neutralization of unpleasant odors;
• cleaning hard-to-reach areas of the PMM.

It is quite simple to understand that the machine needs cleaning. The dishes will be dull after washing, possibly with a white coating. Also, deposits will appear on the walls of the working chamber, rocker arm, and sprinklers. In this case, you should not postpone the preventive cycle with a special remedy.

Alternative means for cleaning PMM

In addition to Finish household chemicals, there are many other manufacturers on the market. There are cheaper products, and there are more expensive ones. We will describe 5 more compositions, which, judging by user reviews, also do an excellent job of cleaning the dishwasher.

• Gel Somat Intensive. The intensive formula effectively fights scale, limescale, and fat residues. The product cleans even the most difficult to reach areas of the dishwasher. In addition to eliminating contaminants, the composition neutralizes unpleasant odors. One package worth $2 is designed for one-time use. The manufacturer recommends using Somat Intensive every 3 months to maintain cleanliness of the PMM. Contains nonionic surfactants, citric and formic acid, fragrance.
• Frau Schmidt tablets. A multifunctional product that can be used to care for both dishwashers and washing machines. Removes scale, limescale, and fat deposits. Effectively fights unpleasant odors.A $3 package contains 6 capsules. The manufacturer recommends cleaning the PMM once every three months, loading one tablet into the washing chamber, and two if it is heavily soiled. So, a preventative cycle will cost only $0.5, which is much cheaper than buying a gel cleanser. Contains sulfamic and adipic acid, sodium sulfate, citric acid, sodium carbonate, nonionic surfactants, fragrance.
• Snowter Dishwasher Cleaner. The powerful formula acts against fatty and limescale deposits inside the PMM. Contains nonionic surfactant 5-10%, citric acid and deionized water. The manufacturer recommends using the gel regularly, every 1-2 months. A 250 ml package costs $3-4 and is designed for one-time use. Instructions on how to use the composition are on the label. Shelf life – 24 months.
• Celesta dishwasher cleaner in capsules. Quickly dissolves fat, effectively fights scale, removes limescale, and eliminates unpleasant odors. Deals with food residues inside the PMM, ensuring the cleanliness of the machine. Extends equipment life. The package contains 10 tablets; one capsule is enough for single use. Cost – about 5 $. This product is very economical; a preventative cycle will cost the user only $0.5.
• Cleaning liquid for Mellerud dishwashers. The gel thoroughly removes fat deposits, scale and other contaminants from the internal parts of the PMM. Copes with plaque that appears in the detergent compartment. Also suitable for washing machines. One bottle of 0.5 liters and costs $8 is enough for 4 preventive cycles. The composition ensures hygienic cleanliness of the device and fights unpleasant odors. Shelf life – 10 years.

Compared to gels, dishwasher care tablets are much cheaper. Judging by user reviews, capsules are no different in effectiveness from liquid cleaning products. Therefore, if you want to save money, it is better to opt for tablet formulations.

The advantage of Finish, Somat, Snowter gels is that they are designed for one-time use. This is very convenient; you don’t have to think about where to store household chemicals, especially if there are small children in the house. Therefore, when choosing a cleaning product, be guided, first of all, by your preferences and desires.

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