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If the quality of the dishwasher is not good, it is possible that it is not filled correctly. It is necessary to correctly select not only detergent, but also salt and rinse aid. We will learn how to fill the dishwasher so that the dishes are washed to a shine and without streaks.
What to fill the dishwasher with?
The dishwasher (PMM) is able to wash any utensils to a shine – stainless steel pots, glasses, pans, cutlery. But in order to achieve an impeccable result, the machine must be properly refueled.
Some compositions are required, others are added periodically. They can also be classified according to their effect:
- aimed exclusively at washing dishes, giving them a fresh and shiny look;
- taking care of the condition of the internal parts of the apparatus in contact with water;
- acting in combination – and wash, and prevent problems, and improve the quality of water / washing.
Means that are used for refueling in PMM:
- For washing. Manufacturers offer different forms of release – gel, in the form of powder, capsules or tablets. They keep dishes clean.
- Salt. It is needed to reduce the hardness of water. With high hardness, the quality of washing is reduced. This component also prevents the formation of scale on elements in contact with hot water.
- Rinser. Required for the final stage. Its task is to give the dishes a pleasant smell and shine. It also prevents streaks and improves drying quality.
- Degreaser. It is loaded if the utensils are covered with strong fatty contamination. This composition prevents the formation of greasy deposits on the internal parts of the machine.
- Antiscale. Effective against limescale. It is used to extend the life of the device. The frequency of application is once every 3 months.
How to properly fill the PMM with salt?
To make tap water softer, each PMM has an ion exchanger that has a softening effect. In order for the ion exchanger to perform its functions, salt must be added to the machine in time. To find out how much you need to add it, you need to find out and fix the hardness of the water by entering the data into the memory of the machine.
You can find out the hardness of water in your region at the local Vodokanal.
The best option is to buy a dishwasher that has an automatic hardness detection function. Such a machine itself will determine this parameter and calculate the required dose of salt. But such a PMM is not cheap – usually this function can be found in models of the Premium segment. So the best option is special test strips that will show approximate indicators, and this will be enough.
Features of using salt in PMM:
- The frequency of refilling depends on the hardness of the water in the region, as well as the amount of water consumed by the machine.
- They learn about the absence of a salt component thanks to the indicator. If the light is on, then it’s time to fill the compartment. The user does not need to remember when this component was loaded – the machine itself will report an empty compartment.
- Salt is loaded into the ion exchanger through the funnel that comes with it.
- When the machine is first started, water is poured into the ion exchanger and 1 kg of salt is added. It is not necessary to add water during subsequent refueling. The consumption of the salt component does not depend on the number of cycles, but on the volume of water passed through the system.
How to add detergent?
To clean dishes from food contamination, soot and grease, detergents are used:
- Powder. It dissolves quickly in water, making it ideal for short cycles. It has an economical consumption – the user can independently adjust the dose. Add powders only to a dry tray – there should not be a drop of moisture in it.
- Pills. They dissolve more slowly than powders, so they are more suitable for long cycles. Today, 3 in 1 tablets are especially popular. There are also options “4 in 1”, “5 in 1” and so on. The composition of such tablets, in addition to the main agent, contains salt and rinse aid. In tablets, the proportions of all three components are perfectly aligned. They are placed in a special tray for tablets (it is not available in all models). One tablet per cycle.
- Gel. More gentle on dishes. It is convenient to pour it into the compartment, it dissolves quickly, so it is effective on short programs. It is spent more economically than powders. The gel is effective not only during washing, but also in soaking mode.
Important! Gel-like formulations are usually chosen by allergy sufferers and asthmatics: unlike powders, they do not produce dust and do not irritate the respiratory tract.
How to apply rinse aid?
This component is optional. But desirable. It is added at will. The absence of a rinsing agent does not affect the state of the PMM, only the final appearance of the washed dishes. How much rinse aid to fill in, helps to determine the dispenser – a special scale with marks.
If the proportions of the detergent and rinse aid still turned out to be violated:
- and after drying, the dishes remain wet, it is necessary to rinse the cutlery and increase the amount of rinse aid – pour the composition up to the “4” mark;
- stains appeared on the dishes, the rinse aid dose, on the contrary, must be reduced.
If the proportions of rinse aid and powder are incorrectly calculated, whitish stains will remain on the dishes after washing. When using tablets, there is no such danger.
How to use cleaning compounds?
In order to prevent the formation of scale, mold, and fatty deposits inside the machine, it is necessary to carry out its major cleaning quarterly. To do this, you can use different special tools, such as Finish or Somat Machine Cleaner. They eliminate fatty contaminants, clean pipes, filters, sprinklers, hoses, pipes, remove scale.
All these compounds are poured into the powder compartment and run one short cycle, or vice versa, the longest and most powerful – the choice depends on the cleaner used. The machine must be empty during cleaning.
How to fill a Bosch dishwasher?
The nuances of PMM refueling depend on its brand and internal design. But in general, the process is the same everywhere. If something is not clear, for example, where this or that compartment is located, how to open it, etc., you should read the technical instructions.
How to refuel a Bosch car:
- The powder is loaded into a special dispenser. You can not pour it directly into the camera.
- The rinse aid is poured into a separate compartment. It is not poured before each wash. When it ends, the indicator will work.
- There is a round, screw cap on the bottom of the chamber. It is unscrewed to pour salt into the container. Granules fall asleep so that about 1 cm remains to the edge.
What can replace purchased funds?
Instead of detergent – suddenly it suddenly ended, you can always use some kind of substitute. Ersatz products are made on the basis of:
- mustard;
- soap;
- borax;
- citric acid;
- alkali.
The simplest home-made composition is made from soda ash or baking soda, ordinary washing powder and mustard, taken in a ratio of 10: 3: 3.
Instead of purchased cleaning products, you can use:
- Mustard.
- Food soda.
- Laundry soap.
- Vinegar.
And also – table salt, ash or crushed charcoal. With their help, you can clean the inside of the machine.
Now many users have switched to 3 in 1 tablets. They are easy to use and eliminate the need to fiddle with three components.
How to fill the machine if there are no pills? You can make them yourself. You will need:
- Epsom salt – 100 g;
- lemon juice – 100 g;
- borax – 100 g;
- soda ash – 200 g.
The components are thoroughly mixed, gradually pouring in lemon juice. When the mixture stops sizzling, it is poured into an ice mold and left in the sun to dry. The resulting cubes will successfully replace inexpensive tableted dishwasher detergents.
Important! So that the skin of the hands does not suffer from the chemical reaction of the components, make tablets with gloves.
In order for dishwashing to be effective, it is necessary to properly fill the machine – it is important not only to choose good products, but also to ensure their optimal dosage, which you can find out on the packaging or from our articles.