1. Product Overview
The Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner is specifically formulated to help remove limescale, mineral build-up, and odor-causing bacteria that can accumulate inside your dishwasher. Regular use helps maintain optimal appliance performance and ensures cleaner dishes.
This product is the #1 recommended dishwasher cleaner brand by Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, and JennAir. It is EPA Safer Choice Certified and septic safe.
2. How to Use
Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner tablets are designed for easy use and can be utilized with or without dishes.
2.1. Using Without Dishes (for deep cleaning)
- Place Tablet: Place one Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner tablet into the detergent dispenser. If significant buildup is noticeable, a second tablet can be placed in the bottom of the dishwasher tub.
- Run Cycle: Close the detergent dispenser and the dishwasher door. Run a normal wash cycle.
Image: Place one tablet in the detergent tray for cleaning without dishes.
2.2. Using With Dishes (for regular maintenance)
- Load Dishes: Load your dishwasher with dishes as usual. Ensure dishes are dishwasher-safe.
- Place Tablet: Place one Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner tablet directly into the bottom of the dishwasher tub. Your regular detergent should be placed in the main detergent tray as usual.
- Run Cycle: Close the dishwasher door. Run a normal wash cycle.
Image: Place one tablet in the bottom of the dishwasher for cleaning with dishes.
Image: A person placing an Affresh tablet into the bottom of a dishwasher already loaded with dishes.
Image: After placing the tablet, run a normal wash cycle.
2.3. Official Product Video: How to Use affresh® Dishwasher Cleaner
Video: This official video from Whirlpool Parts and Accessories demonstrates the proper steps for using Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner, showing both methods (with and without dishes) and highlighting the benefits of regular cleaning.
3. Maintenance
For best results and to maximize your dishwasher's performance, use Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner monthly or as needed. This helps prevent the accumulation of odor-causing bacteria, limescale, and mineral deposits in hard-to-reach areas like the pump, filter, tub, valve, drain, washer arms, and recirculation hoses.
Image: Affresh cleans deep inside your dishwasher, targeting the pump, valve, tub, and internal hoses.
4. Troubleshooting
If you notice any of the following issues with your dishwasher, Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner can help:
- Cloudy Dishes: Mineral buildup can cause dishes to appear cloudy or spotty. Regular use of Affresh helps power away these deposits.
- Unpleasant Odors: Odor-causing bacteria and food debris can accumulate in the dishwasher, leading to foul smells. Affresh targets these areas to eliminate odors.
- Reduced Cleaning Performance: Limescale and mineral deposits can impede your dishwasher's efficiency. Cleaning with Affresh helps restore optimal performance.
5. Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Affresh |
| Item Form | Tablet |
| Scent | Lemon |
| Specific Uses | Dishwasher, Tub, Drain |
| Material Feature | Non-Toxic, Silicone Free |
| Special Features | Removes limescale and mineral buildup, maximizes performance |
| Item Volume | 4.2 Fluid Ounces |
| Unit Count | 6 Count |
| Item Weight | 4.2 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Whirlpool |
| UPC | 883049194356 |
6. Ingredients
Contains: Sodium bisulfate, citric acid, sodium carbonate, polyethylene glycol, sodium benzoate, sodium gluconate, sodium polyacrylate co-polymer, sodium acetate.
7. Safety Information
CAUTION: IRRITANT. MAY IRRITATE EYES. Do not mix with other chemicals. Do not get in eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
First Aid Treatment: Contains citric acid, sodium bisulfate, sodium carbonate, sodium gluconate, polyethylene glycol, sodium polyacrylate co-polymer, sodium benzoate, sodium acetate. If swallowed, call a Poison Control Centre or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting. If in eyes, rinse with water for several minutes.
This product is EPA Safer Choice Certified, indicating it contains ingredients that are safer for human health and the environment. It is also septic safe.
8. Warranty and Support
Specific warranty information for Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner is typically provided by the retailer or on the product packaging. For further support or inquiries, please refer to the contact information provided on the product packaging or visit the official Affresh website.
