It doesn't fit in my soap compartment - is it ok to just place the pod on a rack or in the cutlery basket?
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I agree with the previous answer. As far as I know, it needs to be in the dispenser because it is released at a certain time. However, if I was you, I would probably do a "test"l - load the dishwasher with a few items on both racks and then place the pac somewhere and run a full cycle. This might tell you whether or not it is possible to place it elsewhere. Of course, asking Cascade directly may be the best answer to your problem. Usually there is contact information somewhere on the packaging or you might look for a Web site with a place to contact them or a phone number.
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When P&G; sent me a sample, they said it was OK to just put it on the bottom of the dishwasher. Seems to work fine.
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I have had problems with the compartment lid closing and have to reposition it "just so" or it won't close.
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My soap compartment does not open and close properly, so I just set it in the compartment with it left open, and start the load. I know these strong detergents can hurt metal, but the thing I love is that Complete seems noticeably better at cleaning the dishes.
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NO. This is really strong stuff and could stain metal. It is made to come out at a certain time in the cycle. I noticed that my dishes are rinsed down and moistened before the pod is released. It's strange that nowhere online the issue of using these outside the dispenser is addressed. You might want to contact Cascade about this, since this is just my opinion based on one dishwasher.
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The best way I think would be to find a little container that is the perfect size to sit it in between scoops, and when you're ready to clean it, yeah, just dump boiling water into that container and then pour it out outside or in the toilet. Then you dont have to feel gross about it being in a bucket or something, adn also you have somewhere to store it in between. I don't think you really need soap usually boiling water will pull everything off and of course it sanitizes it so why use soap. That's what i do with my current one, and I just wipe the handle with a bleach wipe once in a while (more often). The best way I think would be to find a little container that is the perfect size to sit it in between scoops, and when you're ready to clean it, yeah, just dump boiling water into that container and then pour it out outside or in the toilet. Then you dont have to feel gross about it being in a bucket or something, adn also you have somewhere to store it in between. I don't think you really need soap usually boiling water will pull everything off and of course it sanitizes it so why use soap. That's what i do with my current one, and I just wipe the handle with a bleach wipe once in a while... » Read More The best way I think would be to find a little container that is the perfect size to sit it in between scoops, and when you're ready to clean it, yeah, just dump boiling water into that container and then pour it out outside or in the toilet. Then you dont have to feel gross about it being in a bucket or something, adn also you have somewhere to store it in between. I don't think you really need soap usually boiling water will pull everything off and of course it sanitizes it so why use soap. That's what i do with my current one, and I just wipe the handle with a bleach wipe once in a while (more often). « Show Less
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Yes, you can. I use dish soap on it, same as I do with all my silicone kitchen implements.
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Not sure, but I can tell you that the brush doesn't have much space around it. You could hold a round brush and the bottle of soap end to end in the store and check it out. FYI I threw mine away. It kept a slime even with frequent runs through the dishwasher (at LEAST once a week)
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I too have the Dolce Gusto, and have been searching for other pods that will fit--Does anyone have any suggestions?
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Yes, it is. I never took into account how much room I have from counter to cupboard above; it does fit into the space on top of the pod holder but I have to pull it out to make coffee. Something else to consider is that it does not take as many pods as other holders. Hope this helps.
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Do not believe you could insert the pod into one of the reusable filters. The grounds annoy me as well but not a deal breaker. Would like the see Rodgers coffee add paper filter inside the mesh or a finer mesh to provide a ground free cup.
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Sure. I don't see why not. I've added some lavender pods to mine. Works fine. And should be easy to clean if you needed to.
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Call Cuisinart directly. I thought I needed a holder and all I needed were the little pods that go INSIDE THE HOLDER
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Every type of pod I used worked fine. I have heard that some extra large ones have been made, but I never had a chance to try them.
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Unfortunately, if you're using a machine that has a short "pre-wash" cycle before the longer wash cycle, there is no way to add a pod directly to the longer wash cycle. In these cases, your best option is to dissolve the pod in a small jar of warm water ahead of time, then manually pour it into the machine's automatic detergent dispenser. Of course, this defeats the convenience factor of using the pods, in which case you might as well just use regular liquid or powder at the laundromat.
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I did, be sure you use the side for smaller jars, i.e. one side for quart size, other for pint and smaller jars. Hope this helps.
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Miss Belle, I suggest that you go to a store and get a cheap large (3 cup) coffee mug for your soap. This bowl does not have a handle and it makes holding onto it difficult while shaving. I still have my bowl that came with this set, but I have a wash cloth at the bottom of it and it is what my wet blade and razor goes into to dry.
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I'm not sure. The pod is circle - shaped and about 2.5 to 3 inches round. Hope this helps...
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The needle should fit into one of the two indentations on the bottom of the EkoBrew. If you try to force it you're either going to puncture a hole in the bottom of the EkoBrew (which my husband did...grrr) or break the needle (thank goodness he didn't do that). I knew I was in trouble when he said to me "did you know there's a certain way that has to fit in the coffeemaker?" Yes dear, I did. :/
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What I really meant is for the expresso side if we can use PODs instead of just dropping coffee in the little receptacle. (On the coffee side I use a mesh/metal filter)...
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I use a Ziplock bag. It's less bulky. Iit'll be wet after using it, so a plastic bag keeps it from leaking anywhere. Soap containers are annoying to clean.