British Gas engineer shares quick dishwasher fix for common 'specks of food' issue

British Gas engineer shares quick dishwasher fix for common 'specks of food' issue An engineer revealed there's often a common cause for the annoying problem British Gas has shared advice for homeowners who use a dishwasher, explaining what to do if they often find bits of food left behind after a wash. According to an engineer, there could be a simple explanation for the issue, and what can be done about it. Posting on Facebook, British Gas revealed blockages around the spray arms could cause the issue. The post explained: "Tired of your dishwasher leaving bits of food behind? Before you run another cycle, check your spray arms for blockages!" In the video, a British Gas engineer demonstrated how to complete the check. He told customers: "If your dishwasher is leaving food on the plates, check this before you run it again. Don't waste electricity running a second cycle. "The problem is usually your spray arms. Hard water scale and tiny bits of food block the water jets, meaning your dishes don't get a proper wash. You can actually just pop these arms right off. "Take a pin or a toothpick and poke it through the blocked holes to clean them out. Give the arm a flush under the tap and clip it back in. You get a perfect clean first time, saving energy and water." Homeowners can find more cleaning tips on the British Gas website. Sharing a list of spring-cleaning jobs, the experts highlighted several kitchen appliances that can benefit from regular care. British Gas explained: "Fridge and freezer – remove old food, clean shelves and defrost your freezer. "Oven and microwave – clean out food debris and wipe down the surfaces. Dishwasher – clean the filter and wipe down the seals on the door. Washing machine – run an empty cycle with white vinegar to remove any mould." Additionally, most supermarkets sell dishwasher cleaner designed for regular use. For instance, Tesco sells Tesco Dishwasher Cleaner for £2.70. The description claims: "Eliminates grease and limescale. Helps prevent drain blockages. Tesco dishwasher cleaner. Use once a month for a healthier machine." One reviewer praised: "This product left my dishwasher sparkling clean and a lovely fresh smell." Someone else replied: "Keeps your dishes sparking clean! Great quality; use it monthly to keep the machine fresh. "Would highly recommend." Another fan wrote: "Cleaned dishwasher perfectly, smelled clean afterwards. Good price compared to market leader. Value for money." However, not everyone was impressed. A different review claimed: "Left a terrible smell in machine which passed on to all utensils and food."