In dishwashers have many advantages, for which buyers are choosing this technique. These include:
To select a built-in dishwasher pay attention to the features of its installation. Devices with a closed face usually wholly embedded. Their control panel is closed façade, the corresponding design of the kitchen units. Partially built-in models have an open front panel, which is selected by the kitchen design.
selection procedure
The dishwasher should be selected after reviewing the basic working properties, which include:
- dimensional characteristics;
- loading;
- efficiency;
- design and components;
- modes of operation;
- drying mode;
- protection from leaks;
- noise;
- quality of work;
- control.
Dimensions
In size, you can choose full-size, narrow and compact models.
| Full-size | narrow | compact | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 82 cm | 84/85 cm | 46 cm |
| Width | 60 cm | 45 cm | 45 cm |
| Depth | 55 cm | 57 cm | 48 cm |
Indicated in the table dimensions are approximate, may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer and the model. Therefore, before buying a better measure for niche device.
The technical documentation of the finished furniture for kitchen indicate the brand dishwashers and fastenings compatible with duct.
working volume
unit batch size must be chosen depending on a set of dishes for every family member and possible guests. The kit includes:
- deep and flat plates on one piece;
- large and small spoons for one thing;
- fork and knife;
- a cup, a saucer and a glass.
The machine should be placed more pots, pans and other utensils overall.
| Sets (pcs.) | Family (pers.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-size | 12 – 15 | 5 |
| narrow | 10 | 3 – 4 |
| compact | 5 – 6 | 2 |
economy
Accounting for energy efficiency is important for the economy of consumption of water and electricity. This characteristic is calculated based on the consumption of resources in the wash cycle. Among modern dishwashers are very rare gas-guzzling models.
| Water (l.) | Electricity (kW / h) | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheap | 8 – 9 | 0,62 |
| 14 – 15 | 0,85 | |
| economic inefficiency | 20 | more than 1 |
Design and accessories
Components from different manufacturers is different. When you select a device for home account options of additional equipment. As such elements and design features are:
- universal mounting under the door, which allow you to change its position;
- a support for adjusting the horizontal position;
- the number and placement of baskets for dishes;
- Delayed start timer;
- hoses with mounts for installation;
- filters and nozzles, are purified water.
Most models independently heated water, but have devices which use hot water from the domestic water supply system.
modes of operation
Instrument software is the primary and secondary. The main modes, regardless of the model and the manufacturer:
- soak;
- normal cleaning;
- Intensive cleaning;
- quick wash.
A set of additional functions can hold a delicate treatment for fragile thin-walled glassware, programs to work with bioactive detergent modes for washing dishes overall, the possibility of dosing with detergent water. In some models, it provides for the possibility of an incomplete download that allows you to turn the device as they become dirty dishes, without waiting for a full load.
To use the optimal settings for specific conditions should be chosen Integrated dishwasher with a wide range of operating temperatures.
Drying
All washing machines equipped with a tumble dryer. But in different models, it has a different operating principle. In the low-cost machines, the contents washed with hot water jets, and by itself dries. The expensive versions equipped with special fans that drive the heated air at the washed dishes by removing residual moisture.
Protection against leaks
Any technique that uses for the water, should be considered as a potential threat of flooding of homes. The cheapest machine is equipped with partial protection, but expensive - complete. In the first embodiment, deactivation of the device occurs when filling the pallet, provided with a float valve. In the second - with the help of a sensor leak detection.
noise
This feature does not apply to the most important. But if the noise home appliances is a problem, is to choose the best low-noise devices. Among the large selection there are devices with different noise levels of 38 to 55 dB. For the quietest have to pay more.
Quality of work
This figure is expressed in class cleaning. Previously, they were divided into 3 classes - A (very clean), B (middle), C (low). The last two allow the remnants of dirt after washing. Today, the majority of new devices for home work in class A.
The quality of wash ware also affect Sprinkler. Better if there will be more. Another important hole size for spraying water as well - it is less than, the more water will fall on the dishes, due to which it is better to be washed.
Control
All complex appliances for the house can have mechanical and electronic control. Devices for washing dishes is no exception. The first version of the control is considered more reliable and simple, but its use is gradually reduced and increasingly rare. The second method is more convenient - provided functional interface, more options for customizing modes.
Furniture
Mainly in the kitchen headsets isolated section under a dishwasher. To be able to install the built-in appliances, in the manufacture of furniture that takes into account certain standards. Therefore, the niche for the washing machine is also suitable for dishwasher installation. When deciding which model is better to choose for home, consider the size of the existing sections in the headset.