Miele Corrosion / Material Contamination

Rust spots appearing on cutlery or inside the stainless steel tub.

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Possible Causes

Non-stainless items rusting and contaminating others, Damaged cutlery with exposed steel, High chloride content in detergents, Scratched tub surface exposed to corrosive agents

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: No electrical work required.

  • Remove rusting items: Identify and remove any non-stainless or damaged items that are rusting.
  • Use quality detergent: Switch to a high-quality Miele-recommended detergent and ensure correct dosage.
  • Clean rust stains: Use a stainless steel cleaner or a specialized dishwasher cleaner to remove surface rust from the tub.
  • Prevent recurrence: Avoid washing carbon steel knives or tools that can rust and contaminate other items.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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