Buying a dishwasher is a fashion trend that makes our daily life much easier. Now it is not fashionable to stand by the sink and wash plates and spoons - this part of the homework is willingly taken over by an electronic assistant - a dishwasher. But how to choose the right really effective device? How many partings can you wash at a time and in general - what is a dishwasher set and what does it include? There are a lot of questions, but there is no reason to panic - now we will find answers to them together.
What is a dishwasher set?
As you know, dishwashers differ not only in manufacturer, and in size. When choosing this household appliance, close attention should be paid to its spaciousness. How many and what kind of dishes can your dishwasher wash clean?
This criterion is measured in sets. One set for PMM includes a generally accepted set of dishes and appliances for table setting for one person.
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What is included in the dishwasher set?
According to the rules of etiquette and table setting, a set of dishes for one person means:
- one deep plate - for liquid first courses;
- three flat plates - for side dishes, appetizers, salads and sweet desserts;
- a cup for a drink (tea, coffee, compote);
- an appropriate glass for alcohol or a glass for water or juice;
- knife with fork;
- three spoons - table, dessert and tea.
That is - how much is a dishwasher set? That's right, only 11 items.
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As you can see, manufacturers do not include pots, pans, cutting boards, as well as ladles, spatulas, graters, meat grinders or food processor attachments, baking sheets, etc. When buying one or another PMM model, consider how often you cook at home and what kind of dishes you use at the same time - all of it should fit into the tray of your appliance.
Important:
As a rule, trays and grids in PMM are designed for standard dishes - wide and deep soup plate, round, standard diameter, shallow plates. But we do not always use just such dishes - in our kitchens there are deep bowls or bowls for liquid, square shallow plates, and other dish "highlights". The more non-standard the device is, the more space it will take, and the fewer dishes you can wash in one PMM cycle.
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What kind of dishwashers are there?
There is a gradation of dishwashers for washing dish sets. Dishwashers are:
- Compact - wash 4-6 sets of plates-cups;
- Narrow - for washing 6-9 sets;
- And oversized ones - they can handle 12-14 sets of dishes at a time.
The first category is suitable for bachelors, office kitchens or a married couple who only occasionally cook at home. The company offers many such options:
- Bosch (SKS51E22EU, SKS50E32EU, SKS51E22),
- Candy (CDCP 6 ES, CDCP 6 E),
- Electrolux (ESF2400OW, ESF2400OK).
The second category will be able to effectively serve a family of 3-4 people. Pay attention to:
- Bosch SCE52M65, Bosch SPS50E58,
- Hotpoint-Ariston LSTB 4B00 EU,
- Gorenje GV53311,
- Candy CDCP 8 E,
- HANSA ZWM 446 WEH.
But if you are a lucky one from a large family - from 5 people, then you should find a place in your kitchen for a full-size dishwasher. For example:
- WHIRLPOOL ADP 500 WH,
- BOSCH SMS 41 D 12 EU,
- INDESIT DIF 16B1 A (EU),
- ELECTROLUX ESL95330LO.
It is interesting! There are record-breaking dishwashers. One can wash 17 sets of dishes at a time! This is Asko, D 5893 XXL, manufacturer: Sweden. The second is considered one of the smallest. The Electrolux ESF 2410 measures only 45 x 48x 46 cm.
What can't be washed in the dishwasher?
Modern technology copes with any kind of dishes and various degrees of pollution. However, there are also exceptions. It is not recommended to wash in the dishwasher:
- wooden items - cutting boards, appliances, containers;
- plastic that deforms when exposed to high temperatures;
- aluminum cookware that can oxidize.
Load crystal and silver into PMM with care, carefully select the program for washing. It is also risky to wash porcelain painted plates and cups in the dishwasher - high temperatures and chemicals can damage the paint.
Outcome
So, we have found out what is included in the dishwasher dish set, how to determine the appropriate model according to this criterion, and also learned what you can and what is not advised to wash with a dishwasher. In general, the one who invented and designed the PMM needs to erect a monument, because this is a really economical and useful device that frees up a lot of time (about 10 a year!) For yourself and your family. If you choose the right dishwasher model correctly and deliberately, and then adhere to the instructions for use, then this device will become an indispensable assistant and a lifesaver that will delight you with smooth operation and clean dishes for many years to come.
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