You bought a dishwasher, waited for delivery, unpacked and installed. It's time to read the instructions and understand the rules of use. In our article you will learn how to properly launch the dishwasher, in what sequence to act and which programs to choose.
Preparation for launch
Before you turn on the dishwasher Bosch, Siemens, Ariston, Electrolux, Beko or another brand, you need to study the control panel, the rules for loading dishes and washing powder. The first launch is always a test one. He must clean the bunker of dust, small debris that managed to accumulate during storage and transportation.
Sequencing:
- Check the correct installation of the built-in PMM (level, mounts).
- Check the quality of the connections, the location of the hoses, the network connection.
- Open the hopper door. Twist the spray gun at the top and in the pan, unscrew the drain filter, remove the stickers from the walls of the chamber.
- Prepare a starter kit or regular kit to run. It includes: detergent (powder, gel, tablets), rinse aid, salt. Everything is clear with a detergent: it removes dirt from dishes. The rinse aid serves to brighten the instruments, eliminates stains and promotes quick drying. Salt softens the water so that scale does not settle on the machine parts. About safe tools for PMM, read the article.
- Remove the salt and fill it in a special tank. It is located in the PMM pan, next to the drain filter. Open the lid, fill the container with water and completely cover with salt. Remove excess water with a sponge.
- Pour the powder into the dispenser compartment. The dosage is indicated in the instructions on the packaging of the product.
- Rinse aid for the first time can be omitted.
- Close the door tightly, set a long program with a high temperature, press the power button.
What to look for while washing:
- How water is poured into the bunker.
- Does the water reach the desired temperature? Does the heater work?
- How waste water is drained from the tank.
When loading the dishes, also check the quality of the sink. It usually takes a little time before you choose the right dosage of detergents for yourself and the right program.
How to start a dishwasher with dishes
If the test run is successful, the machine is ready for continuous use. How to load the dishes correctly, we wrote in one of the articles.
We will analyze the requirements for the inclusion of the PMM Gorenje, Whirlpool, Vestel, Zanussi, Hansa together with the dishes:
- Detergent is added once, before each wash. Rinse aid and salt enough for several times. Indicators on the control panel will inform you of their completion.
- Clean food debris before loading.
- Install dishes at a short distance from each other, otherwise they will not be washed. Large appliances are located in the lower basket, plates in the middle, cups and glasses in the upper (depending on the configuration of the dishwasher). Many models have holders for glasses. It is important not to overload the baskets, otherwise some devices will block others, and water will not reach them.
- Do not place objects in the pan; the spray gun must rotate freely.
- Close the door and select the optimal mode for starting work, focusing on the degree of contamination and the type of dishes.
- Do not remove items immediately after washing. Let them cool and dry.
- Each time, clean the drain filter from food debris, check the spray nozzles.
Follow the instructions carefully. The manufacturer indicates which dishes can and cannot be washed in the car. Otherwise, you risk spoiling the appliances.
In one of the articles we wrote that you can wash in a dishwasher. Briefly that you can not wash:
- Aluminum, wooden, tin appliances.
- Non-heat-resistant plastic products. On such vessels, plates should be marked on the sink.
- Porcelain, crystal.
- Cast iron, teflon coatings.
- Thermoses, thermomugs.
Often users on forums ask: can I turn on the dishwasher without salt? It is undesirable to do this, as with time white spots will appear on the dishes, and the parts will become scum and deteriorate.
The correct mode selection in the PMM
The Bosch, Electrolux, Hotpoint Ariston, Hansa machines will perfectly cope with the tasks if the user installs the appropriate washing program.
Often, the consumer chooses the most convenient mode and uses it constantly. In this case, the degree of contamination and the material of the products are not taken into account.
Whatever model of PMM you use - Siemens, Beko, Curting, Burning, Ikea - study the programs in the instructions.
- Express mode. The program time does not exceed 45 minutes.
- Intensive washing at 60-80 degrees. Suitable for heavily soiled utensils.
- The standard program automatically determines the degree of load, and then selects the duration and temperature of the wash.
- An economical program consumes less water and electricity.
- Delicate mode is set for fragile dishes.
The table will help you determine:
Pay attention to each boot of your machine, then it will serve you for many years. After watching the video, you will learn how to properly configure the dishwasher: