Dishwashers are the unsung heroes of the kitchen. They're quiet, they clean your dishes thoroughly, and they free up space by allowing you to stack multiple plates in one machine. But if your dishwasher is not working as well as it should, there's a good chance that you might have a clogged spray arm or issues with the filter itself. Here's how to clean your dishwasher filter:
1. Remove the filter
To access your Hotpoint dishwasher filter, first you will need to make sure that the safety is turned off. To get to the filter, you will need to remove the lower basket, then you'll have to remove the two filters. The first one with a twist and the second one by simply lifting out.
2. Remove any debris
The next step is to remove any debris that may have built up in the bottom of your dishwasher, as well as on top of the filter. Here are a few tools that can help achieve this goal:
• A brush (the kind you use to scrub pots and pans)
• A small shop vacuum (you can find these at most hardware stores)
3. Rinse the filter off
If you can’t see any visible clogs, or if the dishwasher is still not cleaning well after replacing the filter, try rinsing it off with a garden hose. Run water over the whole surface of the filter and watch for any debris that comes loose. You may have to rinse it several times to clear all of this debris from your filter.
Now that your dishwasher filter should be clean and ready to go, you can install it back into your machine. Make sure there are no water bubbles trapped under its edges before doing so!
4. Dry the filter off and replace it
Once the dishwasher filter is cleaned, run a test load with nothing but water to see if any soap suds up in the bottom of your dishwasher. If you're not sure if your dishwasher's filter is clogged, check your owner's manual for instructions on how to do so—some models require disassembly while others can be cleaned by hand. Should you have any questions, or need any assistance with one of our Hotpoint dishwashers, contact our customer service team for support.
Having drainage issues?
Before you call an engineer, check this video for tips on how to fix dishwasher drainage issues.
Final notes
Remember that a clean dishwasher filter is essential to your dishwasher’s performance. It helps keep your dishes clean and ensures that the machine doesn’t break down. And it is recommended that you properly clean your dishwasher filter every three months, to ensure top performance. If you notice that there is too much food on the dishes, it could be because of a clogged filter or other issue, such as a faulty pump motor. Please contact our customer service team for support.
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