[header] How to clean a neti pot [title] Place the neti pot in the dishwasher on the top rack. [step] Situate the pot upside down so that water will be able to flow through it during the wash cycle. Keeping the neti pot at a distance from the force washing action will prevent it from becoming damaged. 
On the uppermost rack, the device will receive a more gentle cleaning. [substeps] Protecting your neti pot from damage is especially important if it's constructed of a breakable material like ceramic or features a lot of small, delicate pieces.