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Wendy Foreman Posted on Mar 20, 2019
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Dishwasher has bad odour and doesn't clean dishes properly I have cleaned filter and put cleaner through dishwasher but it doesn't take long for the odour to come back

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Hi, do you have happen to have a garbage disposal? These are linked together and cause this type of odor. You might also need to change the filter if it is getting old. Running white vinegar through the dishwasher may be another option if the cleaner your using isn't working for very long. Good luck!

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 21, 2007

SOURCE: GE GSD2200G02CC dishwasher

Your dishwasher probably has rotating blades on the top and bottom that spray water on the dishes.  Clean these off and make sure the holes are not clogged.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 04, 2008

SOURCE: Whirlpool Gold Dishwasher

Kerriann,

Did you get your Whirlpool dishwasher working. Mine quit cleaning so I took the lower spinner out, pulled the motor and pump assembly (very easy to do) then cleaned out the strainer which was full of glass and debris not allowing the water to recirculate. Works like new now. Cost....$0.00. Clean dishes...priceless.

Mike

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  • Posted on Apr 03, 2008

SOURCE: HElp Dishes not coming clean

www.dishwasherfilter.com has a great new product out that filters the water going into your dishwasher. it reduces minerals that cause that white build up or residue. it goes under the sink and doesnt take up much room at all. my dishes looked terrible until i put this filter in. it is very affordable and works great.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 17, 2008

SOURCE: Not cleaning at all - most dishes end up being washed by hand afterwards

Hi there!

You've done the basics, so we'll treat it as a fault due to wear.

When running, do you hear the spray arms rotating - about twice a second?

If the water is actually reaching the dishes, bur the arms are not rotating, you may need replacement spray arms.

If the water is not even reaching the dishes with any force, The circulation pump may be faulty and needs replacement.

Hope this helps you.

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Anonymous

  • Posted on Jun 29, 2008

SOURCE: Dishwasher not cleaning dishes. Casade cleaner not disolved.???

KITCHEN AID DISHWASHER- SOAP REMAINS IN DISPENSER

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