Accessories for dishwashers - what to add

Dishwasher accessories are additional items that are designed to personalize the equipment. The article will tell you what parts a dishwasher consists of. Describes what accessories are offered by manufacturers Bosch, Electrolux, Candy.

What does a dishwasher consist of?

Manufacturers equip dishwashers elements depending on the model. Some are basic and are present in all types of dishwashers. Others are purchased additionally to expand functionality or to meet individual requests.

Dishwasher details:

the tank is plastic or stainless steel (the latter increases the cost of the dishwasher);
rubber reservoir for collecting liquid;
polypropylene washing showers;
flexible hose;
the main components are connected to the dishwasher control panel;
internal plastic panel;
seal;
outer door;
motor;
flow heating element;
power cable;
concrete block as a counterweight;
sides and top made of painted steel;
compartments for detergent, rinse aid, salt;
baskets for dishes and glasses.

Main details

Elements dishwashers grouped into main (large and small) and related (accessories).

The main ones are the parts of the dishwasher that must be replaced if they fail. The large ones include:

Engine. Varieties: collector and inverter. The commutator operates on alternating current and has brushes. Inverter is a silent model of a new generation;
Device for heating water. Made in the form of a tube with a heating coil inside or flow-through;
Control board;
Pump (drain pump).

Small parts:

Drain and fill hoses. Included with the machine. They may contain Aquastop - an element that cuts off the water supply in case of damage to the hose. The design can be mechanical, absorbent, electromagnetic;
Baskets and utensil holders;
Filters: phosphate, magnetic, complex;
Door locks.

Additional items

Dishwasher accessories include:

Special strips for determining water hardness. With their help, they establish the need to use water filters and the frequency of descaling the device, and also determine the dosage of the product;
Door facades. They are decorative panels that “hide” the location of the machine;
Sprinklers for washing baking trays are installed on the water supply hole on the rear wall of the washing chamber. Helps more effectively wash away dirt and accumulated fat;
Additional blades (impellers, sprinklers). The impeller is present in the machine as the main part. There is an upper and a lower one. Installed parallel to the top and bottom walls or at an angle. Electrolux models are made of plastic.
Mounting parts for recessed dishwasher. This includes:
- facing strips,
- right and left corner and screws,
- a set of two clamps with bolts for fixing the base panel,
- frames (upper, lower, side) mask the gap between the machine and the furniture,
- fasteners for installing the furniture front,
- plugs for the screws for fixing the side of the door,
- a nipple and clamps for connecting the drain hose,
- a metal plate for protection from steam with a fastener. Protects kitchen furniture from moisture, steam and high temperatures;
Holders for small dishes, bottles;
Trays for glasses and wine glasses;
Degreasers for the inner surface (descalers, descalers, etc.);
Deodorants, odor absorbers;
Extension nozzles for the hose;
Compartments for knives, cutlery, etc.

Extensions are universal. The length is from two meters. They are used when the dishwasher is remote from the water supply / drain. They also include dishwashing detergents:

salt;

tablets;
rinse aids;
powders;
gels;
anti-fat agents;
capsules.
Nuances of using cleaning agents

Salt

improves the operation of the dishwasher, protects against scale, limescale, softens water. Pour into a special compartment. If there is no such compartment, the product is not used for this model. It is necessary to monitor the salt indicator on the control panel of the machine. If the red light comes on, it means you need to add more. If there is no indicator, add salt about once a month.

Tablets

for dishwashers can be multifunctional (detergent, salt and rinse aid). In this case, salt is not additionally used. The compartment for cleaning products is usually located on the inside of the door. The compartment with the image of a flower is for the rinse aid.right and left corner and screws,

set of two clamps with bolts for fixing the plinth panel,

frames (top, bottom, side) mask the gap between the machine and the furniture,

fastenings for installing furniture facades,plugs for fixing screws on the side of the door,

fitting and clamps for connecting the drain hose,metal plate for protection against steam with fastening. Protects kitchen furniture from moisture, steam and high temperature;

Holders for small dishes, bottles;Trays for glasses and wine glasses;

Internal surface cleaning agents (degreasers, anti-scale agents, etc.);Deodorants, odor absorbers;

Hose extension attachments; – Compartments for knives, cutlery, etc..

Extensions are universal. The length is from two meters. Apply when

Dishwasher

removed from the water supply/drainage source.
This also includes dishwashing detergents:
salt;
pills;
rinse aids;
powders;
gels;
anti-fat products; capsules.The nuances of using cleaning products
Salt
improves the performance of the dishwasher, protects against scale, limescale, and softens water. They are put into a special department. If there is no such compartment, the product is not used for this model.
It is necessary to monitor the salt indicator on the control panel of the machine. If the red light comes on, it means you need to fill up. If there is no indicator, salt is added approximately once a month.
Pills
for dishwashers are multifunctional (detergent, salt and rinse aid). In this case, no additional salt is used.
The compartment for cleaning products is most often located on the inside of the door. The compartment with the image of a flower is intended for rinse aid.
Instructions for use are written on the packaging of the product. Tablets can be in water-soluble packaging or in plastic, which is removed before use.
Rinse aid
adds shine to dishes. The effect is noticeable when washing glass objects.
Powder quantity

for a dishwasher depends on the selected washing mode and the brand of product. The packaging indicates the required amount for one cycle in this mode.
Gels

They wash dishes more gently, dissolve quickly (therefore suitable for pre-soaking and short washing programs), and consume less.

Anti-fat products

Designed for washing dried fat deposits and cleaning the drain filter from greasy deposits.

Capsules
It is a mixture of salt, detergent rinse aid in a soluble coating. Can only be used for special washing programs
Accessories for Bosch machines

The manufacturer offers a wide selection of accessories made in-house.

Drain hose with clamp;
Drain hose extensions of different lengths with a metal clamp;
Aquastop system extension;
Cable for connection of different lengths;
Upper and lower baskets for cutlery with compartments (3, 4, 6 sections) and without. The range is also available with a lid and handle;
Drawer for cutlery;
Box for glasses and wine glasses with 2 folding shelves for cups;