Built-in dishwasher: selection conditions and machine types

Women wash dishes every day. Initially, it was a purely manual process, but with the improvement of technology, automatic dishwashers appeared. The unit saves time as well as water and detergents. The built-in dishwasher is chosen so that its characteristics meet the requirements of future owners.

Features of work

The whole process of washing dishes in the machine can be divided into several stages. First, dirty dishes, bowls and cups are placed in the tank, and the detergent is poured into the compartment. It is better not to use powders, they can scratch some parts of the device. Then select a suitable program and turn on the device.

The tank is filled with water, which is softened and cleaned by passing through a special container. With the help of electric heaters, the machine brings the liquid to the required temperature. In models with heating elements, they are located at the bottom and work like an electric kettle. Flow-through heaters are located outside the chamber; water enters the tank already hot.

After that, the washing liquid enters the chamber, the circulating pump sprays water, the jet removes all the dirt from the dishes. Waste accumulates at the bottom of the tank. Then the water leaves through the filters, is cleaned and again enters the tank. At the end of the procedure, the liquid is drained into the sewer under the action of a pump. Clean water enters the chamber, rinses the dishes and leaves again. Plates and glasses remain in the dryer to dry.

The main types of dishwashers

Dishwashers differ in structure and design. Each type has its own specifications. There are three types of unit:

• built-in;
• standing separately;
• desktop.

Built-in dishwashers blend in with kitchen furniture. They are practically invisible, as they do not stand out against the general background of the interior. It is more convenient to use partially built-in appliances. For such models, the control panel is displayed outside. The choice of the unit depends on the type of kitchen unit. Furniture with built-in machines is on sale, but if there is no dishwasher in the set, then it is worth purchasing partially built-in models.

Stand-alone devices are independent of the entire headset. They can be installed anywhere in the room. The machine can be covered with a worktop or hidden under the sink. In small apartments, kitchens occupy small areas. Therefore, it makes no sense to purchase a full-sized device. It is enough to choose a desktop technique. This is a small dishwasher that can be placed on a table or shelf. Outwardly, it resembles a microwave oven.

Criterias of choice

You need to choose a dishwasher based on the parameters of the kitchen and the preferences of the hostess. But it is also necessary to pay attention to certain characteristics of the unit. The following indicators should be taken into account:

• body dimensions;
• the number of dishes that can be loaded at one time;
• cleaning type;
• energy and water consumption class;
• type of drying;
• management features;
• connection methods;
• safety and noise level.

Modern equipment manufacturers produce several types of machines in terms of parameters - full-size, narrow and small. Their dimensions are 60x60x85, 45x60x85, 45x45x50 centimeters, respectively. Dimensions may vary for some models. If the perimeter of the kitchen is non-standard, then it is better to contact the manufacturers for the manufacture of an individual design.

Specifications

Standard cutlery sets are usually washed in the device. They consist of a knife, fork, spoon, plate and bowl, cup and saucer. For a small family of two, a car for 4-5 sets is suitable. You can also choose tabletop models. Four family members will need a device for 9-10 table sets. For more people, you need to pick up a full-sized car with a large tank. Pots, baking dishes and pans are washed separately.

The units clean the dishes in different ways. First-class cleaning options remove all waste on their own and wash plates and cups to a shine. The second type allows you to load pre-cleaned dishes. It is necessary to remove large pieces of food from it, since the machine can only cope with minor contamination. Dishwashers are also divided by water consumption.

Economical options consume up to 15 liters in one procedure, large units use 20-25 liters. In a private house or apartment, it is better to install appliances with minimal electricity consumption.

There are several drying options:

• condensation;
• intense;
• turbo mode.

Economy models do not have a dish drying device. Cutlery is poured over with hot water, dry on its own. The liquid from the surface of the plates evaporates, settles on the walls of the unit, then goes into the drain. With the intensive version, air enters the tank, the water condenses and pours into the sewer. Due to the circulation of oxygen streams inside the chamber and outside the device, the dishes dry out quickly. In expensive designs, fans are installed that fill the tank with hot air.

Connection and management

Any dishwasher has several modes of operation, which depend on the complexity of the device. In expensive versions, control systems have several functions that housewives practically do not use.. Only four modes are useful in work:

• economical;
• standard;
• preliminary soaking;
• intensive.

In economical operation, lightly soiled dishes are loaded - glasses, cups, dessert plates. The standard hostess function is most often used. Plates with dried pieces of food must first be soaked, and then put the machine into economy mode. An intensive wash is used to clean pots and pans.

Management can be mechanical or electronic. Modern devices are equipped with the second option, since the first is already considered obsolete. You can only connect the dishwasher to a cold water pipe, this is a simple and convenient way. But this consumes a lot of electricity. It can be connected to a hot pipeline, but the heated water is sometimes turned off. And also the device will not be able to work on boiling water or slightly heated liquid, the temperature should reach 40 degrees. An optimal but expensive method is to connect to two pipes using a mixer.

It is necessary to select models that do not emit noise, as it will interfere with the tenants of the room. You need to pay attention to the safety of the structure, because small children in the house often try to play with household appliances.

The door should be locked; it is better to purchase a unit with sensors that react to leaks. Circuit breakers to protect against voltage surges will not be superfluous.

Famous manufacturers

If there is an opportunity to purchase an expensive high-quality dishwasher, then you should pay attention to the models of well-known brands. Specialists highlight such companies as Siemens, Bosch, AEG, Electrolux, Miele. But you don't have to pay a significant price for the brand. After all, cheaper models have similar characteristics.

Good quality and reasonable price for models from lesser known companies. You can buy dishwashers from manufacturers such as Samsung, Indesit, Beko, Zanussi, Ardo, Ariston. The advantage of expensive options over budget ones is ability to independently calculate the operating mode according to the degree of soiling of the dishes, set the water temperature and procedure time.

A high-quality built-in dishwasher will eliminate the need to wash mountains of dirty dishes after family dinners or holidays. Also, using the unit, you can save on the consumption of water, detergents and electricity.