Is it a good idea to add a produce washing soap, such as "Veggie Wash" or "Bio Kleen", to the water to loosen grime while washing?
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My understanding is that you have to wash lose dirt etc off before putting it in the machine. I have noticed if there is dirt it may not come off. The purpose of the device is to get off pesticides and other things that are not visible.
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I usually rinse, scrub or apply any other solutions before putting produce into the 50 KT. the reason I have for this is 1) it seems to me that a 2 step process is more effective, and 2) i have seen extreme amounts of soap type bubbling in the machine if there is any solution in the bowl when it is running. this is only my personal observation, and I did not note any suggestions on this from the manufacturer. I hope this helps.
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Most of the times I will use the veggie washer alone--perhaps with an extra plain water rinse being used on coarser materials. With something like carrots I'll scrub them up a bit, then into the wash they go. Seems to do a great job!
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I use a damp cloth. If needed, use just a speck of dish detergent but be sure to thoroughly remove all the soap
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Not in my opinion, though I don't know how large or tall the veggies are you want to soak. You use less water filling just the one side and still have the other side open for other things. I went from a large sink with a small side for disposer and much prefer the smart divide.
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i don't know about for this machine, but i have heard of people using just hot water in these types of machines. I am planning to use hot water & baking soda (pre-mixed),(which I also use in my laundry). it is a chemical, but a "nicer" one. soaps can be hard to remove and i've read that residue can attract future dirt. plus, hard to remove = more water in the rinse = longer to dry = mold growth...potentially?
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I don't wash mine (because I forget or am lazy). Seems already so far! Probably not a bad idea to, but I feel like it's kind of the same as fruit. Does running plain water really wash away harmful bacteria or do you have to use soap?
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I would add as is, if you already have water in the washing machine. Even if you add it to the load before the water is on, in my experience it will not harm any clothing. Just make sure the clothes go through the rinse cycle.
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No - it's been fine! I've washed lettuce, kale and chard. You need less water than you think. I'm pleased with the height of the center divide of this sink.
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It should be fine. The openings are pretty large and should allow a dish or hand soap to flow. You could always water the soap down a bit as well.
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I have been using a bit of dish soap, sponge and warm water. Being stainless steel, I figure that should work okay and have not seen any problems with it.
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I actually have never done that. I lather up my infant son and then use a wash cloth to rinse away the soap with water from a running tap or a container.
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You can use the Dish washing soap is fine. We have have been using it since we bought and everything is fine.
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Yes But don't use dishwasher detergent that contains citrus ie lemon or lime
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I find it easy to use a soapy sponge with abrasive side to firmly but somewhat gently scrub both sides of the screen and outer ring. Handle is washed as well. This soap scrub action seems to remove all grease residue. A thorough rinse and then allow the implement to air dry - I hang it on a cup hook. Works for me. By the way, my dishwasher is my hands!!!
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It doesn't say, but I think this statement infers not to. "Easily clean with warm soapy water". It seems the bacteria and enzymes might fare better without the sanitation of a dishwasher.
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To cleanse simply use water and a light dish washing soap if needed depending on how heavy the soil is.
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Hi John! I use the soap as a part of my homemade detergent and I also have an HE washer. It works just fine for me!
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Well, I'm not sure why you would have to use either when just soap and water should work. If there are mineral deposits in it due to hard water then I've always heard that letting it soak in vinegar and water works well. Hope that helps.