If you have a dishwasher, then you may already be aware of the potential dangers of rust in your appliance. Rust can cause major damage to your dishwasher and even compromise its performance. In this blog, we’ll explore the dangers of rust in dishwashers and how you can prevent it as well as repair the damage once it has occurred.
Rust can form in any number of places in your dishwasher, but most commonly on the interior surfaces such as on the bottom or sides. This is because moisture accumulates and corrodes metal surfaces over time, causing rust to accumulate and spread throughout your appliance. If left unchecked, rust will cause significant damage to parts such as seals or water pumps which could lead to a costly repair bill or even replacement of the entire unit.
In addition to damaging components within your dishwasher, rust can also cause staining on dishes and utensils if it comes into contact with them during washing cycles. This discoloration can be difficult to remove from items that are not meant to be soaked for extended periods of time, potentially leaving them unusable for future use.
To minimize risk of rust in your dishwasher, there are several steps you should take periodically throughout its life:
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Clean out food particles - Food particles should be removed from both racks after each wash cycle so they don’t get trapped where moisture accumulates and encourage corrosion caused by oxidation (rust).
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Wipe down interior surfaces - Wiping down interior walls with a soft cloth after each wash cycle will help remove any accumulated water droplets that could otherwise lead to corrosion over time due to oxidation (rust).
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Use protective gaskets - If replacing any internal parts such as gaskets or filters inside your machine, make sure they are made from materials such as rubber or plastic that won’t corrode when exposed to water droplets over time.
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Check hoses regularly – Inspect all hoses leading into and out of your machine for signs of wear or leakage which could increase moisture levels inside leading to more rapid corrosion (rust).
Finally, if there is already evidence of rust inside your dishwasher then repairs may need to be made before further damages occur. Start by looking at any external sources that might have caused added moisture such as leaking plumbing fixtures or condensation around windows near the machine itself and look into fixing those first before investing money on repairs due directly related to corrosion issues caused by oxidation (rust). If those sources turn out not being an issue then follow manufacturers’ guidelines for repairing damaged parts when possible or contact a professional service technician if needed for more serious issues like failed seals or pumps that cannot be repaired without specialized tools/experience .