What is what to do when you put dish soap in the dishwasher?

Putting dish soap in the dishwasher is a big no-no! Here's why and what to do if you accidentally did it:

• Problem: Regular dish soap is designed to create a lot of <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Excessive%20Suds">excessive suds</a>. These suds will quickly overflow your dishwasher, potentially causing a soapy mess all over your kitchen floor.

• Damage: In extreme cases, the suds can damage the dishwasher's motor or electrical components.

• What to Do Immediately:

  • Turn it off: If you see suds overflowing, immediately <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Turn%20off%20Dishwasher">turn off the dishwasher</a>.
  • Soak up the suds: Use towels to soak up as much of the <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Excess%20Suds">excess suds</a> as possible from inside and outside the dishwasher.

• Dealing with the Suds:

  • Add vinegar: Pour 1 cup of white vinegar into the dishwasher. Vinegar helps break down the suds.
  • Run a rinse cycle: Run a rinse cycle (or a short wash cycle without detergent) to flush out the remaining suds. You might need to repeat this several times.
  • Defoamer (optional): If the suds persist, you can try a commercial defoaming product designed for dishwashers. Follow the product instructions carefully.

• Prevention:

  • Always use dishwasher detergent: Only use detergents specifically formulated for dishwashers.
  • Read the label: Double-check the detergent label before adding it to the dishwasher.