The dishwasher easily solves the problem of a mountain of dirty dishes. It seems that nothing could be easier, load cutlery, plates, mugs, pots, add detergent, select the appropriate mode and start the washing process. But the newly-made owners of such an assistant cannot always quickly and correctly cope with such a task. Often, dishes, after the end of the wash cycle, remain not completely washed. What is it, poor quality dishwasher or mistakes made by the consumer?
In order for the dishwasher to effectively cope with its task, it is necessary to competently approach the issue of operation. You need to know how to properly load the dishes into the dishwasher.
Preparing the dishwasher
Before loading the dishes into the dishwasher, remove the filter, remove all debris from it and rinse under running water. Ideally, this should be done before / after each washing session, no matter what kind of dishwasher you have, be it Bosch, Siemens, AEG, Electrolux or another company, this procedure is mandatory for everyone.
Make sure nozzles and spray arms are clean and rotate freely. It is also common for these parts of the dishwasher to become clogged with food debris.
Check for salt in the compartment at the bottom of the dishwasher. It should be on every wash cycle, even if combination tablets are used as a detergent. After preparing the dishwasher, you can start loading the dishes.
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Do I need to pre-prepare the dishes for loading?
In order for the result to meet expectations, before loading the dishes into the dishwasher, it is necessary to clean it of food residues. This will not only save the filtration system from contamination, but also contribute to a high-quality wash. Even models from the leading manufacturer Bosch may not cope with the task if the consumer does not follow the standard rules for preparing dishes for washing.
You can clean dishes and pans with a sponge, spoon, or silicone spatula. The main thing is that during the washing process there are no small seeds left from fruits, corn kernels or legumes and dried food. Small particles can clog not only filters, but also other parts of the device, which is fraught with repair. And dried food often remains on plates and pans, even after the wash cycle is complete.
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Loading and placing mugs, glasses, glasses
Most dishwashers have a dedicated top tray. Such dishes should only be loaded upside down.This position will allow the inside to be washed and the water will flow down unhindered. While the horizontal position will not allow rinsing the mugs and cups from the inside.
Glasses, wine glasses and other glassware must be placed upside down. In some models, the top tray has a special folding plastic compartment with cells, designed just for fragile parts of glassware. Small coffee or tea cups can be placed here if necessary.
Where to place various plates and bowls
The middle compartment is intended for this kitchen utensil. But if there is space in the upper compartment, saucers and small plates can be loaded into it. Also, plastic dishes should be placed up. Since the heating element of the dishwasher is located at the bottom, containers and glasses made of this material may deform or melt during the washing process.
All other plates are generally stacked in the largest compartment. They are etched in this way - they are directed towards the center and lean forward, as water is sprayed from the center. Large-diameter dishes are located at the edges, smaller ones - in the middle, so that water can access the upper tray. Load items correctly at a sufficient distance from each other, so the machine will work more efficiently and the dishes will be cleaner.
Loading cutlery correctly
A removable tray is provided for them. The knives are loaded with the blades down. Spoons and forks are placed in a special basket with the handle down. Correctly alternate them with each other. Large cutlery that can block the spray arms are best placed in the upper section of the machine in a horizontal position. Dishes with wooden elements must not be washed in the dishwasher.
In modern models of machines from Bosch and Siemens, a special upper compartment is provided for cutlery for their horizontal arrangement.
Loading principle for pans, pans and other kitchen utensils
All large dishes are loaded into the main compartment. Properly wash it separately from fragile glass and plastic products. Since for the utensils used for cooking: pots, pans, nastier, deep-frying pans, an intensive washing mode, which provides for a high temperature, is better suited.
Flat containers are baking sheets, pans are located sideways, and pots and ladles, bottom to top. Removable handles - must be removed. If such elements do not detach, then the dishes are positioned so that the protruding parts do not touch the walls of the dishwasher and do not interfere with the operation of the spray arms.
Ladles, spatulas and other similar kitchen utensils can also be loaded into the dishwasher, either in the basket or in the top tray.
General Tips
- Fragile glassware should not come into contact with each other so that it is not damaged during the washing process;
- Do not load the dishwasher to the maximum. A sufficient distance between the dishes will allow you to rinse containers and cutlery more thoroughly;
- Do not wash products made of wood or containing elements of this material in the dishwasher;
- If there are not very many dishes, it is better to place them in the center, since they are not always thoroughly washed in the corners. This does not apply to modern models of Bosch and Siemens dishwashers, they have two rocker arms that are more effective in washing dishes.
As a conclusion, it is worth noting that in order for the dishwasher to wash the dishes efficiently, the consumer must know how to properly arrange the dishes in the dishwasher.
