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Is there a correct way to fill a dishwasher to maximise cleanliness?

Don’t block the path of the water jets, say our readers – and avoid arguments by delegating the task to one person

7 June 2023

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Is there a correct way to fill a dishwasher to maximise capacity and cleanliness?

Raúl Pérez Mohedano
Valencia, Spain

I was part of a project in 2015. The key to success is to make sure items aren’t placed in a way that blocks the water path. That is, you need to avoid filling up the dishwasher by placing items on top of each other or very close together. Water is the key element to cleaning effectively, as it provides the force, the detergent components and the temperature to ensure everything comes out clean.…

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