After eating, you need to wash dishes, plates, cups, forks, spoons and other utensils. This is hard daily work. The use of special units for this purpose can significantly make life easier for the housewife. Dishwashers with 12 settings are capable of washing dishes in one go, even after a feast. In almost all possible cases, if you have dishwashers of such models at home, the housewife will not have to manually wash the cutlery.
Principle of operation
The washing procedure begins as follows:
- First you need to add special salt to the water to make it softer. In this case, two goals are achieved: scale almost does not contaminate the machine and washing occurs more efficiently.
- The corresponding reservoir is filled with dish rinse aid.
This preparation occurs at the very beginning of washing. This is usually enough for several cycles of operation. When you run out of salt or rinse aid Dishwasher By means of flashing signal lights, it warns the housewife about the need to replenish supplies.
Next, the dishes are placed in the washing chamber. It usually includes appropriate racks, containers or holders.
Before starting work, you need to select a washing mode. And then you will need to press the “Start” button to start the dishwasher.
The moment the working cycle ends will be displayed on the control panel. After this, the washed and dried dishes can be collected.
Varieties
When choosing a suitable model, it is necessary to take into account the fact that there are different types of such machines that have their own characteristics. Machines designed for simultaneous washing 12 sets of dishes in most cases have a height of 85 cm and a depth of 65 cm. In this case, the width can take one of two values: 45 cm or 60 cm.
Built-in machines
These models include those structures that are located under the surface of the kitchen table. The machine panel is located in such a way that it is hidden by furniture doors. It should be borne in mind that some models are not produced completely hidden, but only partially. In these varieties, the display along with the control panels are brought out.
Such type of dishwasher It is practically part of the kitchen furniture set. Sometimes it is part of the headset. In this case, there should be no problems with placement. If the machine is purchased later, then it is necessary to foresee in advance where it will be installed.
Freestanding models
In this case, the unit can be installed in any place convenient for the owners. Sometimes a countertop is installed on top at the level of the work surface in the kitchen. Some dishwasher models allow you to remove the top cover in order to reduce the height of the device, if necessary.
When purchasing, you need to evaluate the color, appearance and dimensions of the machine in terms of how well it will match the overall design of the kitchen.
Distinctive features
Buying a dishwasher is not a big deal. It is much more important to focus on how to choose the most suitable option among those currently available on the market.
Buyers are in high demand for models of machines capable of washing 12 sets of dishes at the same time. Here are some reasons for this attitude:
- An important feature of devices of this class is their ability to wash dishes of different sizes with water. If you buy a unit that is designed to work with only four sets, then you will not be able to wash the tray in it. But in a full-size washing machine, it is as easy to clean it as ordinary plates, cups or spoons.
- After a feast with 10-12 guests, you will only need to fill the unit with water once to care for the dishes. In this case, a device for 4 sets will have to be used more than once.
- Another important advantage is water saving. A machine for 4 sets uses an amount of water that depends on its brand. It can be 11, 13 or even 15 liters for one time. A full-size unit is much more economical. Most brands of such machines use no more than 9 liters of water for one time. At the same time, the amount of dishes that will be washed will be three times more.
- The quality of washing with water in the types of dishwashers under consideration is much higher compared to less powerful ones.
- When introducing technological innovations, changes are first made to full-size models and only then introduced to other types of dishwashers.
- Another important factor is relative cheapness.Although the variety under consideration processes much more dishes compared to small-sized ones, it nevertheless costs not much more than it.
In most cases, the buyer’s choice depends on the size of his kitchen. If its area allows, it is much more profitable to buy a model. Designed for simultaneous washing of 12 sets of dishes.
How to choose
It is generally believed that the number of sets that can be washed at the same time should be two and a half times the size of the family. It is necessary to take into account that not only eating utensils, but also pots, pans and other items will be washed with water.
There is a classification that shows the quality of cleaning dishes:
- Class A corresponds to the highest level of water washing quality.
- If it is indicated that the cleaning class is B or C, then in this case you can expect that after the end of the procedure, minor contamination may be found on the dishes.
A classification is used that reflects water consumption per refill:
- Class “A” corresponds to a consumption of no more than 12 liters at a time.
- “B” indicates a volume of 15 to 20 liters.
- Class “C” means that 25 liters or more of water is wasted in this case.
Review of popular models
When purchasing, it makes sense to focus on those brands that have already won a high reputation among customers. Some of them are discussed below.
Bosch Serie 6 SMS 40L08
This variety refers to free-standing models of dishwashing machines. The use of a display is provided here. Electronic control is organized in an intuitive way. The quality of dishwashing from Bosch is high.
If you load 12 sets of dishes into it, then only 12 liters of water will be required to perform a high-quality wash.This amounts to only one liter for each of these kits. It is important to note that in most cases, miniature washing machines spend three times more water for each set of dishes loaded into them.
This brand contains measures to protect against interference by small children. If the owners consider it necessary to start washing dishes at night, then it is possible to make a delayed start of the dishwasher. This unit provides protection against the possibility of water leakage in the machine and hoses.
The case has a special coating that does not leave fingerprints. If during operation the supply of the used rinse aid or salt runs out, the machine will notify you of this by flashing signal lights. The machine can use 3 in 1 type tablets. The baskets have height adjustment, which makes their use more convenient. If you need to wash dishes that have impressive dimensions, you have the opportunity to remove the baskets to free up additional space.
Kuppersberg GLA 689
This model has similarities with a Bosch dishwasher. There is also a display here, but it is located not on the front, but on the side of the unit. The water consumption in this model is slightly higher. Here it is 13 liters per refill of dishes. At the same time, the water consumption per set is much less here compared to small-sized models.
Here you can select the most suitable washing program. Before washing, you can choose from 7 options available for operation. It is also provided that you can choose the most convenient temperature mode among the 8 offered to the client.
This unit provides protection against water leakage.Almost any capsules or tablets can be used as a detergent. There are separate trays where you can place spoons and forks, as well as special holders for glasses.
The inner chamber of the dishwasher is made of stainless steel so as not to rust from water. The height of the baskets is adjustable.
