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All dishwashers, regardless of their purpose – domestic or professional, are divided into groups based on dimensions, types of loading and other technical issues. If your choice will soon become a front-facing dishwasher, it will certainly be useful for you to find out the basic facts about it, their features, pros and cons, study reviews of popular models and reviews. You will find all this further in our article.
Features of front-loading dishwashers
A professional dishwashing machine is similar to a household one, but its technical characteristics are more advantageous. Due to the design features, such a machine can provide stable and continuous washing for 5 hours, processing up to 5 dishes.
The duration of the washing cycle depends on the model of the machine itself and the power of its heating element. But, as a rule, the differences are insignificant. Usually, front-loading dishwashers find their application in small restaurants, cafes, canteens and other catering.
In such a machine, the dishes are loaded into a specially adapted basket. Another distinctive and important nuance is that to connect it, it needs a voltage of not 220, but at least 380 V. Speaking of water, a front-loading dishwasher requires hot water to be connected in order to disinfect the dishes, otherwise, during rinsing, it is necessary to provide for the addition of a special ” chemistry”.
Important! On the market you can find boiler models that can themselves heat water to rinse dishes.
Another fact: often such machines come with a table and a sink – for cleaning the plates before loading and for drying them after washing.
Advantages and disadvantages of frontal PMM
Like any household appliances, the “front-end” has earned the recognition of some buyers due to the pluses, and the non-recognition of others due to the minuses. Let’s start with the good:
- compact dimensions — suitable for use by an institution with a small flow of customers;
- reliability and durability compared with appliances for home and life;
- high performance class – the machine can hold up to 35 cassettes in 1 hour;
- continuous work several hours, taking into account that one washing cycle takes from 2 to 6 minutes.
A big minus of this type of PMM is the connection features. As we have already said, it requires a network with a voltage of 380 V. Another feature is that dishes of a certain size can be loaded into the hopper.
Browse popular models
If you need a good washing machine for business or you decide to install a reliable washing machine in your home, an overview of the various models, which are united by one main parameter – front loading, will help you make a choice. Under some models, user reviews are waiting for you.
Elettrobar Fast 160-2 S
This “Italian” works with a power of 3,5 kW. In 60 minutes, it can wash about 40 baskets with dishes. It can be connected to a conventional 220 V power supply. It allows you to wash not only plates, but also other kitchen utensils. During rinsing, it is possible to load detergent into the compartment provided for this purpose. The cost fluctuates within 100 rubles.
Denis Sokolovsky
I recently opened a small youth, and most importantly, a profitable cafe, so after several months of work, the question arose of buying a dishwasher. In the modern rhythm of the city, all processes need to be automated. Of course, I didn’t take away “bread” from my employee, I just transferred her to another position. I spent more than 100 rubles on the machine, but I was satisfied, because with the declared characteristics, it takes up a minimum of space, and at the same time washes perfectly.
Silanos Е50
If you decide to choose an Italian model, but cheaper, pay attention to this brand. A 4,9 kW machine can be connected to a cold water pipe. But she does not have a detergent dispenser and a pump to drain the water. The cost is slightly lower: around 70 rubles.
Silanos N800
Another “guest” from Italy, which is praised for its high performance due to the power of 6,75 kW. This model requires a 380 V mains connection. The machine is quite bulky, but plates up to 42 cm in diameter can be loaded into it. It is very convenient for pizzerias and bakeries – in this PMM you can wash trays and other overall utensils. It costs within 180 rubles.
Vortmax FDM 500K
Low power dishwasher – 3,52 kW – with a capacity of 30 baskets in 60 minutes. Not suitable for washing bulky baking sheets – only for small and medium plates, glasses and cups. The convenient front user panel facilitates operation. Quality is ensured by a durable stainless steel tank. The cost is up to 90 rubles.
Commendation LF 321
The Italians, perhaps, are in the lead in the ranking of frontal PMM. This model, made of high quality stainless steel, is mounted on adjustable legs. The control is mechanical, and the panel is equipped with moisture protection. Depending on the selected mode, the productivity is 20-30 baskets of dishes in 60 minutes. The price is at the level of 90 rubles.
We offer you to watch a video about this model – it will show better than words what this “beauty” looks like:
Meiko FV 40.2
A car from Germany with a stylish design. In it you can wash not only ordinary dishes, but also trays, small utensils. Comes with an electronic user panel. Among the advantages, we highlight the following:
- there is an automatic cleaning system of the chamber;
- smooth start of a sink is provided;
- “Aqua Stop”, which controls leaks;
- Aqua Plus filters;
- stainless sprinklers;
- IPX5 protection.
Productivity – up to 40 baskets (this is at least 1 glasses per hour). Only 400 liters of water are needed per cycle. With all the advantages, one main drawback remains the price – more than 11 rubles.
Albina M.
I have a small Japanese restaurant – my life’s work, so I work with my soul. I always approach the choice of equipment thoroughly, and I’m not used to saving on important details. When I needed a dishwasher to replace heavy manual labor, I chose between a 220 and 380 V model, and settled on the second one, because it is more productive. The functionality pleasantly pleased – everything that a modern user can wish for. I don’t really care, but the staff from the kitchen are happy. And most importantly – the dishes are crystal clear, and customers appreciate it, write about it in the book of reviews and suggestions.
Electrolux EUCAICL 502038
No less popular model made in Italy. Users note a convenient electronic control panel and an intelligent display. Automatic diagnostics and self-cleaning of the bunker are provided. There are sprinkler arms both above and below. The model spends 12 liters of water for one wash cycle, and 4 times less for rinsing – only 3 liters. There is a pump for forced draining of water.
This is a very powerful model at 9,85 kW. It costs more than 230 rubles.
Let’s summarize: that front-type dishwashers are compact and productive, and their prices fluctuate significantly. With all the advantages and disadvantages, they still find their faithful and loving buyer.