Compact Dishwasher: device, advantages, features

Dishwashers can be chosen based on several parameters: the size, power consumption, setting type, capacity.

How does the dishwasher

In size divided into full-size and compact. Compact are divided into narrow and low floor board. Narrow have a width of 45 cm, a depth of 60 cm and a height of about 80 cm. They differ from Full width only. Due to the small overall size and is referred to the compact.

Desktop compact machinery has a width of 44-60 cm, depending on the model. Floor provided with adjustable legs 6 cm. There are 7 energy classes: A, B, C, D, E, F, G. The most uneconomical considered classes F and G, medium - D, E, most economically advantageous - classes A, B, C.

Presented in stores equipment belongs to a class of energy A. When washing your hands is spent at least 60 liters. Holders of full-size dishwashers full wash cycle will take up to 35 liters, at an economical cycle of up to 18 liters.

Owners of compact cars in the economical cycle will need 6 liters, and a full 15 liters. Settings of power consumption for compact dishwashers is from 0.6 to 0.9 kWh.

According to the type of installation compact equipment is divided into embedded and freestanding. Built-in is installed in a niche provided in advance. There is a technique that is incorporated fully or in part.

For embedded completely characterized by the absence of controls on the front surface, it is located at the upper edge. Dishwasher is hidden from the eyes of furniture fronts.

Partially embedded compact machines fit between the elements of kitchen units with a single tabletop. One way to install low - location in the cabinet under the sink.

The maximum number of dishes for floor narrow dishwashers - 9 sets, to 6 nastolnyh-. One set includes 3 different size plates, tea pair, glass and cutlery in the amount of 5-pieces.

Regardless of size, dishwashers similar structure and operate on the same principle. The required amount of water from the water using heating elements is brought to the desired temperature. The heating elements are of 2 types: tubular and flow.

Flow heating is performed faster, but are more energy-intensive. Hot water together with detergent under pressure is fed into compartment trays through the holes, like the heart. food debris remain on the filter, and passed through the filter of the liquid again washes devices.

The liquid detergent is drained and clean water is typed for rinsing. The duration of these processes depends on the running program. This is followed by drying.

Pros and cons of compact dishwasher

Advantages:

• Small size, efficiency. Narrow dishwasher is placed between cupboards in furniture, without compromising the integrity of the interior. Desktop - on the surface of the countertop, or in the kitchen cupboard.
• The use of such techniques reduces the amount of water consumption and electricity.
• Opportunity to wash several sets of dishes at once.
• Easy to use.
• Mobility - because of the small weight can be transported without the need for outside help.
• Possible self-installation, including the use of drain, wrapping up in the sink. This makes it possible to operate a compact dishwasher when it is impossible to provide a fixed drain.

Disadvantages:

• Desktop compact dishwashers are not intended for simultaneous loading of dishes and pots.
• It is not possible to wash pots and pans large.
• The high cost of consumables, namely special detergents.

The apparatus compact dishwashers

Compact dishwashers are equipped with mechanical or electronic touch control, depending on the model. In separate models buttons and a touch panel located on the front panel.

In built - on the top edge of the device. For convenience, the built-in models equipped with light and sound indicators that allow us to determine the end of the wash.

The design of narrow dishwashers provides 2 wire basket with handles for cookware, located on different levels. Lower - provided for pots, pans and plates of large diameter. Upper basket dessert plates, cups, glasses.

Upper basket usually has a height adjustment system. To accommodate the cutlery used a special container, which is installed in the lower basket. The compact sometimes has additional compartments for long knives fixed to the sides of the upper basket.

The second option of accommodation units - additional shelf located above the upper basket. The method and arrangement of devices blades depends on the specific model.

Water washes the dishes with the help of rotating sprinklers. The full-sized machines the number reaches three. In the narrow set of two, in one compact desktop.

The design provides a double protection against leakage of the system. If a problem occurs the water supply is stopped. Water from the tank when it is discharged. Dishwashers are arranged in such a way that the water changes the stiffness of the flow into the tank.

Recommended rigidity - 1,1 mEq / l. Thanks to the electronic system of refined salt is consumed in the required amounts of water softener. This has a positive effect on the quality of washing dishes.

functions

The number of programs in compact dishwashers, ranges from 4 to 9.

• Washing at a high temperature (70- 75C). Intensive mode is designed for washing strongly contaminated, including grease and dried-on food residues.
• Economical. It saves energy by heating water only up to 50-55C.
• Quick cleaning mode. It works in the short period of time. Washing takes 30-45 minutes. Operating temperature 40C in such a mode. This mode is suitable for washing dishes without fatty food residues. Convenient for use in offices for washing cups and glasses.
• Rinsing. washing time is 15 minutes at a temperature of 30C. This mode is used when incomplete loading technique with subsequent addition of glassware. When rinsing washed off the remaining dirt on the dishes.
• Auto. The system will detect the water temperature, its amount and the time required for a wash cycle. These parameters depend on the number of utensils and degree of soiling. The apparatus in this mode operates in the temperature range of 40-65C. Some dishwashers models have a number of automatic modes with temperature ranges.
• half-load mode. Used to save energy and water. Functionally similar to the auto mode.
• Delicate It operates at 45C. It is intended for washing fine glass and fragile things.
• Delay start mode. It allows you to run the dishwasher at a convenient time. For example, depending on the cost of electricity at a convenient time of day.
• AquaSensor. A sensor capable of measuring the degree of water pollution during the rinse. If pure liquid, it is turned back into the wash cycle. If pollution levels above the permissible, it is drained and recruited new. The sensor can reduce the amount of water used.

installation

Dishwasher, if it is used as a desktop option, located on a flat horizontal surface, preferably near the shell. Before starting the installation is switched off total water supply to the apartment.

For the supply of cold water to the faucet and the dishwasher is installed a special tee. In most modern drainage systems provided for connection of additional hoses. In the case where the design does not provide for this, pipe must be replaced and connected hose through which drains.

Simple, but slightly less convenient way to drain: hose having at the end of a special nozzle, falls directly into the sink for the duration of the dishwasher.

Precautionary measures

• When installing the device does not include the network. Make sure that the outlet is grounded.
• When inserted into a cabinet-column ensure reliable fastening of the cabinet.
• Do not place the dishwasher in the vicinity of the microwave oven in order to prevent breakage of the latter.
• Set apart from the radiators, and other heating elements. Fitting avoid under cooking surface.
• When the device is prohibited to use the touch pad damage. Disconnect the device from the mains and call the master.
• In order not to get burned, while the door to open the device carefully.
• When installed on a carpeted floor make sure that all the holes the bottom of the dishwasher open.
• Avoid washing wooden utensils and appliances, painted thin glasses, dishes with decorative elements. Avoid dishwashing copper and tin, plastic, not efferent high temperatures. Silver crockery and cutlery lose their original appearance, lost luster.

malfunctions

1. Does not work
   • Make sure that the dishes stacked correctly and the door is latched.
   • Make sure that the water flows through the hose.
   • Insufficient pressure.
   • Blown fuse.
2. Noise
   • Weekly include short mode if the machine is not used regularly.
3. The dishes are dirty
   • Correctly position the dishes and cutlery.
   • Use a sufficient amount of detergent.
   • Clear a clogged filter.
   • Change mode, try using a different cleaning mode.
4. Water is not discharged
   • Check the hose, make sure that it is not creased.
   • Make sure that the drain is not clogged. Upon detection of the blockage eliminated.
5. Leaking machines.
   • Put on the level of the car.
   • Reduce the amount of detergent.
   • Only use special means for dishwashers.
6. Plaque on a white tank
   • Remove with a damp sponge, pre-wearing rubber gloves. Only use special tools.
7. Remain stains on glasses.
   • Dishwasher release from metallic objects. Run this program long-term cleaning. After 15 minutes, open the door and pour in the tank 1-2 cups of vinegar and continue running the program.