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Andy found that in recent years, people have paid more and more attention to dishwashers, and many friends are confused about whether to install one. , netizens have different opinions ↓↓↓

@ Aro:

A family of three, one wok, one electric pot liner, two plates, and three bowls , chopsticks, spoons, cutting boards, kitchen knives, these things can be done quickly in a few minutes. I really think it is easier than putting them in the dishwasher and taking them out after washing...

@婷婷:

Basically only men who don’t wash dishes and the older generation are opposed to buying a dishwasher. Most women and men who wash dishes want to buy a dishwasher...

The reason why the popularity of dishwashers is not that high is mainly because everyone does not know much about this new thing, especially the older generation. Today, Andy will take you to learn about dishwashers.

Two major concerns about the dishwasher

Does it wash cleanly?

Andy first talks about the general working principle of the dishwasher:

1. Rinse the surface of the dishes with cold water through the spray system;

2. Use hot water (about 70℃) mixed with detergent to rinse the tableware vigorously from multiple angles;

3. Rinse repeatedly with circulating water to make the oil stains quickly decompose and fall off;

4. High temperature spray and finally drying.

▲ Before cleaning vs after cleaning

Compared with hand washing due to the high-pressure water column flushing and high-temperature washing and drying process, the dishwasher actually has more advantages. At least hand washing cannot be left in the environment for a long time. high temperature conditions.

Feels like wasting water and electricity?

It is generally believed that washing the dishwasher for so long wastes water and electricity. But in fact, this is not the case.

Hand washing uses direct flow water, and the amount of water discharged from the faucet is random. In fact, cleaning is more "at will". About 15~30L of water is used for one cleaning.

The dishwasher uses circulating water. When working, it will inject a specific amount of water according to the selected mode, and then start cycle cleaning. It does not continuously inject water. The water consumption each time is about 5~ 13L varies. (This is related to the model, volume, and washing mode, as well as the power consumption.)

So overall, dishwashers actually save more water.

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As for the issue of power consumption, I usually don’t use electricity for hand washing, but in the cold weather in winter, I really don’t have the courage to put my hands down without turning on the hot water. Entering water and boiling hot water also consumes electricity.

As for the dishwasher, Andy went to read the relevant product information online. The power consumption of the dishwasher during operation is about 0.5~1.3 degrees, which is not as high as many people imagine. Consumes electricity.

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Is it really that good?

As the saying goes, "Everything has two sides." Even if you buy a dishwasher, It doesn't mean you really don't have to worry about anything.

Pre-treatment

When using a dishwasher, pre-treatment is very important: first, clean the food residue on the surface of the tableware (no need to rinse it yourself); The tableware is sorted and placed in the dishwasher.

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Each dishwasher will have corresponding instructions for use, and the types of tableware placed in different areas are marked.

There should be a gap between the tableware and not close together. Pay attention to check whether the rinsing arm is blocked by chopsticks, spoons and other long tableware, otherwise the operation of the dishwasher will be affected.

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If there are fewer tableware to be washed, they can be placed at intervals.

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Cannot replace the disinfection cabinet

The working temperature of the disinfection cabinet can reach up to 120℃, ensuring that the surface of the tableware is completely moist Evaporate to achieve the effect of sterilization and disinfection, which is something that a dishwasher cannot do.

So after the dishwasher cleaning process is completed, we need to take out the tableware in time or open the ventilation.

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Not all tableware can be washed

Just like not everything can be put in a microwave oven and heated, a dishwasher cannot Not all tableware can be washed, such as disposable plastic products, glued tableware, silver, copper and aluminum coated products, etc.

It is best not to put wooden tableware and kitchen utensils in the dishwasher unless it is marked that they can be put in the dishwasher, otherwise they will easily deform or become moldy.

How to choose a suitable dishwasher

Types of dishwashers

The main types of dishwashers on the market are independent, built-in, and sink-type These 3 types (divided according to installation method). If you plan to have a dishwasher before the renovation, you can choose the built-in or sink type. If you want it after the renovation, you can choose the independent one.

Independent type

Independent dishwashers are divided into table-top and floor-standing types according to their capacity. They are relatively flexible to place and use, even if there is no reserved space in the cabinet.

The countertop type is relatively small and cannot even hold a pot. The advantage is that it only takes up a small part of the cabinet countertop, making it suitable for families with small kitchen space; while the floor-standing type is more suitable for large groups of people. family.

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Some independent dishwashers currently have a 1/2 small amount of tableware program, so that when there are few tableware, the water and electricity used will not be It’s the same as when there were more cutlery. Speaking of price, independent ones will be relatively cheaper.

Built-in

It is a dishwasher that can be built into the cabinet, ensuring that the kitchen is spacious and tidy. After determining the specific product, remember to send the relevant dimensions to the decoration company and reserve the corresponding water pipe locations.

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Sink type

The sink type is a dishwasher installed in the kitchen sink. It does not occupy other places and also has fruits and vegetables. The cleaning function is simple and convenient to use, but the price is not cheap and the capacity is not large. It is a bit difficult to wash the pot.

About the drying process

There are three main drying processes for dishwashers on the market: waste heat drying, fan drying, and heat exchange drying (the price will be more expensive). After reading the table made by Andy below, you can understand more intuitively ↓↓↓

How to choose the volume?

When you go to the mall to choose a dishwasher, in addition to asking about the brand, the salesperson asks the most about the number of sets. The number of sets is the volume. The dishwashers on the market range from 4 to 13 sets.

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Generally speaking, a family of two would choose 4-6 sets, a family of three or four would choose 8 sets, and a family of five or six would choose 13 sets. , should be considered from the number of family members, cleaning frequency, kitchen area, budget, etc. Of course, if conditions permit, the bigger the better, and the pot can also be washed in it, which is more trouble-free.

If it is for the elderly, Andy recommends choosing a sink type or desktop type, so that the elderly can use it while standing without having to bend down frequently.

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There are other points to pay attention to

1. It is best to buy a dishwasher with a new spray arm

Compared with the old-fashioned single nozzle, the new spray arm outlet has a large enough coverage area and greater cleaning power. But please note that the higher the water pressure, the better. If you are not careful, you may damage the dishes.

2. It is better to have a built-in water softener

Friends from the north recommend choosing a dishwasher with a built-in water softener, because tap water contains more hard calcium and magnesium ions, so use it directly It's easy to get scale when washing dishes.

3. Pay attention to the design of the bowl basket

After all, dishwashers are invented by foreigners. Some foreign brands of dishwashers have smaller steel wire intervals in the baskets, which can accommodate plates. , it is difficult to put the bowl in. It is better to choose one suitable for Chinese-style families.