How to clean and maintain your Electrolux dishwasher

Issue

How to clean and maintain your dishwasher

Applies to

• Dishwasher

Solution

Clean your dishwasher regularly so it continues to perform optimally.

Clean the rubber gasket

Clean the filters

1. Turn the filter (B) anticlockwise and lift it out.

2. Separate the filter (C) from filter (B).

3. Remove the flat filter (A).

4. Wash the filters under running water. Ensure that there is no food residue or debris in or around the edge of the sump.

5. Put the flat filter (A) back in place and make sure that it’s correctly positioned using the lock mechanism on the rear side.

6. Reassemble the round filters (B) and (C).

7. Put back the round filters (B) and (C) on top of the flat filter (A). Turn clockwise until it locks.

Clean the spray arms

Clean the spray arms regularly to prevent clogging the holes.

Important: Turn off the dishwasher and disconnect the main plug before cleaning the spray arms.

Cleaning the lower spray arm

1. Remove the lower spray arm by pulling it upwards.

2. Wash the spray arm under running water. Use a toothpick or similar to remove dirt particles from the holes.

3. To reattach the spray arm, press it downwards.

Cleaning the upper spray arm

How to clean the upper spray arm depends on your model. On some models, the upper spray arm should be cleaned without removing it, using a toothpick or similar to clean any dirt clogging the openings.

On other models, it’s recommended to remove the upper spray arm to wash it under running water. Residue can be removed using a toothpick or similar. In these models, the upper spray arm is detached from the basket by pressing it upwards and simultaneously turning it clockwise. After cleaning, reattach it by pressing it upwards and turning anticlockwise until it locks into place.

Check the user manual to see what applies to your dishwasher.

Cleaning the top spray arm

1.To detach the spray arm (C) from the delivery tube (A), turn the mounting element (B) anticlockwise and pull the spray arm downwards.

2. Wash the spray arm under running water. Use a toothpick or similar to remove dirt particles from the holes. Run the water through the holes to wash dirt particles away from the inside.

3. To reattach the spray arm (C), insert the mounting element (B) in the spray arm and fix it in the delivery tube (A) by turning it clockwise. Make sure that the mounting element locks into place.

4. If applicable to your model: Install the cutlery drawer on the sliding rails and reattach the stoppers.