If you just bought a dishwasher, you will need help. If the instructions are written in a dry and incomprehensible way, from our article you will learn how to use the dishwasher correctly. As well as operating rules that will help extend the operation of the equipment for many years.
What you need to know when starting a dishwasher for the first time
No matter what brand your machine (Hansa, Bosch, Beko), the design and rules of use are similar. You need to understand where the main components and parts are located, as well as the principle of their work:
- Camera door. When the equipment is working, it can be blocked so as not to accidentally open.
- Hopper with baskets, hooks and shelves. The dishes are placed here: plates, cups, glasses, cutlery.
- Sprayers. May be located at the bottom and top of the camera. Water jets fly out of the nozzles of the sprayers, washing away the impurities from the devices.
- The control panel is electromechanical, electronic, touch. In the integrated machine, it is located at the end of the door, in a freestanding machine, on the external panel.
- The salt compartment is located next to the drain filter, at the bottom of the pan.
- Detergent drawers and dispensers are located on the door.
A special pump is responsible for the circulation of water in the system. The drain pump pumps out water, the electronic board controls the work processes.
After delivering the dishwasher to your home, are you in a hurry to remove the packaging and load the machine? Not so simple. First you need to do a test wash.
How to install and connect a dishwasher, read the article. We recall the main steps:
- install the equipment in place (in the cabinet, niche, between the cabinets); make sure the floor is perfectly flat;
- connect the housing to the communications (drain and water supply);
- Connect the plug to a moisture-proof Euro outlet with mandatory RCD protection.
Now you need to start a test wash of an empty machine. This will help to clean the dishwasher after transportation and storage in the warehouse, as well as check the quality of the connection.
- open the hopper door;
- remove the lower basket;
- open the salt tank;
- fill it with water;
- depending on the hardness of the water, fill in the right amount of special salt - it softens the water, eliminates heavy impurities;
In some models of "Bosch", "Siemens", "Hansa", "Indesit" it is possible to establish the degree of rigidity. Adjust the position on the panel, then the technician will pick up as much salt as necessary.
You will find out when you need to add salt, by the illuminated indicator on the panel.
Remember the basic rules after purchasing PMM:
- The technique cannot be switched on if damage is detected, or the uneven floor surface.
- The first launch - idle, without dishes.
- Set medium cycle and high temperature.
How to load dishes
Having dealt with the choice of programs and launch, study the rules for arranging devices in the camera. In the PMM Electrolux (Electrolux), Kandy, Beko, the location and type of baskets can be different. If you follow the instructions, then everything seems simple. But the difficulty is that rarely anyone uses standard dishes. Therefore:
- Clean plates of food debris.
- Put large utensils in the lower basket: pans, pans, baking sheets. Place them sideways so as not to block the flow of water. Pots are best placed upside down.
- When placing the plates in the holders, do not place them tightly, otherwise they will not be washed. Leave a small space.
- Place large dishes and plates on the edge, smaller appliances - in the center.
- Do not overload and do not set plates on top, otherwise nothing will be washed off.
- Fold the cups and saucers in the upper basket.
- Put spoons, knives, forks in a special cutlery compartment.
- If there is a holder for glasses, use it as intended.
- Make sure that large objects do not block the sprayer.
Before loading, look at the outside of the plate. Typically, an acceptable wash icon is indicated there.
What dishes can be washed in a dishwasher, read a separate article. Recall the main thing:
- It is forbidden to place silver, earthenware, and wood products in the chamber.
- Not heat-resistant plastic and glass devices.
- Items with damage.
- Copper, pewter, aluminum appliances.
Here is a plate icon that allows washing in the car:
Detergent
Choosing a cleaning product is not an easy task. You usually have to experiment before you find what is right for you. Consider the most popular offers:
- 3-in-1 or 7-in-1 tablets. Convenient use: do not crumble, already contain a freshener and salt. According to the manufacturer, nothing more needs to be added. However, the tablet is not always convenient to use. When loading a compact dishwasher or choosing a half load, you cannot reduce the dose. Although some housewives cut the tablets into 2 parts (this does not apply to liquid gel capsules).
- Powders, gels. Quickly dissolve even in short cycles, are inexpensive, more economically consumed.
- Rinse aid. Allows dishes to shine and creak. It is filled once and for a long time until the indicator lights up.
In another of our publications, you will find out which dishwasher is better to choose. As you understand, salt and rinse aid are filled once for several cycles. Detergent must be added before each download.
Program Selection in the PMM
You loaded the dishes, poured detergent. It's time to choose a washing mode, on which depends how much water the appliance consumes. Focus on the degree of contamination of the dishes. The stronger it is, the better it is to install a longer program.
If the devices are not fully loaded, set the mode to 1/2. Then the car will consume 30% less water and electricity.
Consider the main programs that are used most often:
- Daily (50-65 degrees). You can wash different dishes of medium pollution.
- Delicate (30-40 degrees). For products from fragile materials.
- Economical (50 degrees). For lightly soiled appliances. Saves resources.
- Intense (70 degrees). Helps to get rid of strong pollution, deposits.
- Machine. The system independently selects the optimal mode based on the load and the degree of contamination.
If you have a model without embedding, then press the necessary keys on the external panel.
Dishwasher care tips
Any equipment needs care, you cannot use it for wear. After washing, open the door, remove the dishes. Then remove the lower basket.
- Unscrew the filter in the pan and its mesh.
- Flush parts under pressure from a tap.
- Remove the flap and clean the impeller (no more than 1 time per month).
Clean the filter in the dishwasher after each wash or at least 2 times a month. Once every six months, the machine is idled along with cleaning products.
- Leave the door open for ventilation.
- Wipe the rubber seals.
Observe safety precautions during operation:
- Do not touch the PMM case with wet hands during operation.
- Connect to a grounded outlet.
- Do not accidentally open the door, otherwise a hot stream may get on your skin.
Feel free to run the car.