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Dishwasher · Products and programme choices

Can detergent accidentally poured into the salt reservoir be ignored?

No. The compartments have different functions, and the wrong product can affect the water-softening system. Do not start programmes hoping it will simply wash away.

Understanding this situation

Keep the appliance unused and identify exactly what product and approximate amount went into the reservoir. Adding salt or another chemical afterwards is not a dependable correction.

A useful next step

Contact the manufacturer or a suitable service provider with the full model and details. Follow specific advice before further use. Do not dismantle the reservoir, siphon chemicals by mouth or repeatedly run hot cycles to clear it.

Manuals and supporting guidance

Model-specific instructions take priority. These references support the practical principles discussed here; they do not diagnose your appliance.

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