When your kitchen has a foul odor, pinning down the source is usually the first priority. But what can you do when you find your dishwasher is the root of the problem? We’ll detail how to clean an LG dishwasher filter, tub, and spray arms to banish odor and prevent its return.
Why Does My LG Dishwasher Stink?
While a typical wash cycle flushes most food particles and debris down the dishwasher’s drain, some can stay behind. Oftentimes, these particles collect in dishwasher filter or on the tub walls or spray arms. As they decay, they generate a smelly bacteria that multiply rapidly in the dishwasher’s warm, moist environment.
Without regular cleanings, this bacterial odor can quickly grow out of control. Here’s how specific cleaning steps for the filter, tub and spray arms can effectively eliminate bacteria and odor at each location.
Dishwasher Filter Cleaning
While some model dishwashers have a self-cleaning system, most require regular cleanings based on the number of loads you run per week. Rinsing and/or scraping dishes before loading them can also affect how often you need to clean the filter. Refer to your user manual for the exact recommendations for your model dishwasher and your pre-rinsing practices.
Here’s how to perform an LG dishwasher filter cleaning:
- Remove the dishwasher’s bottom rack.
- Turn the cylindrical filter counterclockwise.
- Take out the filter by lifting upwards, removing the stainless steel mesh filter as well.
- Rinse the filters under warm running water, scrubbing gently with a non-abrasive cloth or brush as needed.
- Replace the stainless steel mesh filter, followed by the cylindrical filter. Twist the filter clockwise to lock in place.