Dishwasher Reviews

A century back, Hoover was the name associated with vacuum cleaners. Today Hoover is the name associated with all home appliances. They aim to understand the current generation requirements and invent products accordingly, thus changing the way of life itself. HFI 303D Fully Integrated 3 Drawer Dishwasher is one such quality product from Hoover. Here is the detailed overview of the product for better understanding.

Structure:

This model is a built-in and fully integrated dishwasher which saves you from complicated functions. It measures 820mm in height, 598mm in width and 550mm in depth, a dimension which makes it possible to be tucked under the counter. Hoover HFI 303D Built-In Dishwasher is provided with three drawers to keep the vessels and the display system is a digital display. The feet can be adjusted so that the equipment is at even level if the floor surface is uneven. The interior is made of AISI 304 stainless steel and it weighs 35 kg.

Place settings:

This model comes with 15 place settings. Place setting is a value which indicates the machines capacity which is formulated by IEC standard and it is one parameter to compare models. This is approximately bigger in size by 25% when compared to a standard 12 place setting.

The drawers:

This model has 3 drawers and its special feature is the extra top drawer. This increases the capacity of the dishwasher by 35% when compared to a standard 12 place setting. Moreover the height of the upper basket is adjustable, depending on the size of the vessels to be washed, this height can be altered. The adjustable range for upper basket is 21 and 27 cm which give the lower basket a range between 25 and 31 cm.

Programmes and Temperature:

This model has 5 different programmes to choose from according to the type and quantity of vessels. The temperature settings are 4 in number which again can be chosen as per the needs. If only few vessels are to be washed you can choose a half load button, now the washer will accordingly reduce the amount of water, energy consumption and the time of the wash cycle.

Other Product Features:

• This model has self cleaning stainless steel micro filter  keeps the water that is used for washing clean and it expels all the impurities when the cycle ends.
• Self cleaning stainless steel micro filter keeps the water that is used for washing clean and it expels all the impurities when the cycle ends.
• It also comes with front access levelling facility, balanced door and salt indicator light. A balanced door has hinges which provide balanced tension which means the door will not fall open or snap shut. Opening and closing of the door will be smooth and controlled.
• A salt indicator light will be switched on when the salt levels are low in the tray just reminding you to refill it.
• Delay start function has been the prime look out by many customers as they allow you to plan ahead. It is easy to get the clean dishes when you required them and it allows setting the program up to 9 hour delay start. This is also a good option to make use of the cheap night electricity.
• Self cleaning stainless steel micro filter keeps the water that is used for washing clean and it expels all the impurities when the cycle ends.

Efficiency and Rating:

Hoover HFI 303D 1100 Watts Dishwasher works with the water consumption of 13 litres per wash which is slightly higher for a 12 place setting. It has a digital program display. It has quick wash facility and produces only 49dba. This product has achieved an AAA rating, energy efficiency class is ‘A’, wash efficiency class is ‘A’ and dry efficiency class is also ‘A’.

Hoover HFI 303D Built-in Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

De Dietrich the brand enriched with innovations and many discoveries has a long history to talk about. It has been over 300 years and its progress still continues. They are the innovator of the most sophisticated appliance available today and its recent addition to the product range is the 2011 collection which is a fusion of stainless steel and glass giving a highly refined appearance. De Dietrich DVH640JU1 Fully Integrated Dishwasher is one among the cultured models of this eminent brand and the following review brings out more details of the product.

Overview:

This model is a fully integrated which gets intermingles with the interiors. The highlight of this model is the intelligent control system which gives automatic wash, rinse and dry functions resulting in optimised cleanliness. This system works automatically and the ICS programmes the wash, rinse and dry cycle by conserving the time and energy used. This works based on the load size and the dirt level.

Physical Characteristics:

This integrated model works with the touch control system. It is been built-in in the dimension of 820mm in height, 600mm in width and 570mm in depth. The height of the appliance is adjustable and it can be extended up to 880mm.

Place settings – This model gives 13 international place settings and it goes with 1 large cutlery basket, 2 multi positioned cutlery baskets, the upper basket is adjustable while the racks for glasses and dishes can be folded if not required. De Dietrich DVH640JU1 ICS System Dishwasher does come with the glass support racks while the lower basket also has foldable plate racks.

Baskets – The available baskets are made of metallic silver finish which gives rich look and also works best with durability.

Interior light – Present in this model is the light which illuminates when the door is been opened. This helps to load and unload easily doing away with the fear of damages.

Programmes and Controls:

This DVH640JU1 Dishwasher functions with 7 different programmes with 7 different temperature options. The available programmes are ICS 50°C – 60°C, boost 70°C, normal 60°C, wash (night) 50°C, ECO 55°C, crystal 45°C, rapid 30 minutes 40°C. Another interesting highlight of this model is the touch control system. This model also comes with the LCD screen which displays the selected programme and temperature, end time, delay start settings, remaining time indication and the programme progress intimation.

Other product details:

• Multi-purpose tablet option is available which unlike the traditional products like the powder detergent, liquid detergent, regenerating salt and rinsing product this multi-purpose tablet gives an alternative for all these and the programme can be selected for the same.
• Salt and rinse aid indicators are present which intimates the requirement of these aids in order to bring out best results.
• Child lock option enhances the security as the programme is completely protected against the unauthorised operations.
• End of cycle signal is an audible intimation that is been giving after the completion of the programme which allows the user to schedule the unloading task.
• Turbo ventilation for faster drying present in this model is a good technology that gives best results quicker and easier.
• Eolyse function – 100% fresh air helps to give the contents the fresh feel and the odour is also fresh.
• 6 spraying levels and 4 filter levels are few other functional abilities of this model that keeps it going competitive.

Safety and Efficiency:

De Dietrich DVH640JU1 Built-In Dishwasher gives the total aqua block safety as it takes care of the Anti-overflow, Anti-leak, Anti-pipe burst and Electrical water intake cut off. The total water consumption for the single programme is 11 litres. The energy consumption is 1.05 kwh while the maximum programme time is 145 minutes. Overall this model is been rated as grade ‘AAA’ for its energy, washing and drying efficiency. This model is also a total silence operation with the noise emission of 43 dBa.

Warranty:

The manufacturer offers a warranty for the period of 5 years. This keeps the appliance at a competitive level.

De Dietrich DVH640JU1 60cm Width Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

The task of having people over for dinner is daunting when one pictures the stack of dirty dishes. But the introduction of dishwashers has created leisure time for people so that one can be surrounded with family and friends instead of dirty dishes and soap suds. AEG has innovatively designed dishwashers with different structural advantage and they go on categorisation as built-in, fully integrated, semi-integrated, freestanding and compact. One can be assured to quality and efficiency which are the main talk words of the workforce in AEG. The following review of AEG F55200VI0 Fully Integrated Compact Dishwasher allows you to have a closer and clearer picture of the same.

The Differentiated features:

Structure – This model is a highly compact appliance that stands to compliment the kitchen space. It takes the dimension of 447mm in height, 545mm in width and 494mm in depth. The weight of the same is not a big consideration as it weighs just 22.56kg. It is a fully integrated model and so is there no worry on tough settings.

Extra Clean Dishes – The advanced intensive care programme which works with 70 degree C gives much more hygienic and clean finish to the dishes. This programmed runs with the extension of 11 minutes where in the final hot rinse makes it possible to deliver these extra clean dishes.

Perfection – This model is been designed that lets an indication of the perfect salt and rinse aid levels for each and every load. They are important to achieve perfectly clean dishes and to support the same the LED indicators intimates the right balance of the salt and the rinse aid and the indicator is present in the control panel.

Delay Start Function – This has been the prime look out by many customers as they allow you to plan ahead. It is easy to get the clean dishes when you required them and it allows setting the program up to 19 hour delay start. This is also a good option to make use of the cheap night electricity.

Intelligent programme – The sensor technology present in this model detects the size and the cleanliness of the load and it works best to choose the programme itself. This programme also makes sure to save on electricity and the detergent, hence gives you a hassle free cleaning.

The General Know how:

AEG F55200VI0 Built-In Dishwasher in its white housing is an attraction among the built in models. It works in the residual drying type. It offers 5 different programmes which go with the pro, auto, eco, 30min and silent. They make a great option to select each time. The special programmes are Intensive care at 70 degree C wash, Automatic at 45-70 degree C wash and advanced intensive care at 70 degree C wash. There are 3 temperature settings that aid the dishwasher in its different programmes. The appliance is equipped with half load option too. This is very beneficial when there are fewer vessels to wash. The user can make use of the most economical time for energy as this unit has the delay start function too. This helps to set the timings according to the user’s convenience.

Efficiency and Rating:

This model works with the water consumption of 7 litres per wash which is on the average side of utilisation. The controls are digital and it does have indicators to intimate the status. This is one of the quietest operational appliance which works with the noise emission of mere 45 dBa. The performance rating for the wash and dry functions are grade ‘A’ and ‘B’ respectively. The energy efficiency is been rated with grade ‘A’.

Overall, AEG F55200VI0 White Colour Dishwasher is quite impressive and the many distinguished features keep it a step ahead in the competition. The 6 place settings is the capacity that is based on the IEC standard place settings using a common measure.

AEG F55200VI0 Compact Size Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

Maytag, the global brand which works with the motto of ‘Build strong to last long’ they go by it and innovate products that are perfect in design and performance. They offer dishwashers in both integrated and freestanding models. With the enriched features and to suit the current lifestyle the features are many to keeps it going strong in the competitive market. Maytag XXL Fully Integrated MDW 171TN Dishwasher adds value to the home and it is belongs to the double XL type that transforms the mundane take to an interesting one. The following review gives you a tour about the product features and functions.

Physical Characteristics:

This model belongs to the fully integrated type of construction which blends to any type of interiors. The dimension of this XXL model is 860mm in height, 596mm in width and 570 mm in depth. When the door opens the depth measures 1230mm. Maytag XXL 17 Place Setting Dishwasher is also height adjustable up to 50mm which gives more convenient installation. The weight of the appliance with and without the softener is 56kg and 53kg respectively. The housing is white in colour which blends with wide options.

Place Settings and Programmes:

This model comes with the international place setting of 17 which gives a perfect place for different kinds of items. The available programmes 13 and each of it functions with the different temperature settings. The following are the preset programmes Auto, daily, time. Quick, heavy, normal, mix, ½ load upper rack, ½ lower rack, delicate, rinse and hold, rinse and dry, turbo dry. Each of these programmes functions with different heat settings and they make a great go for saving energy too.

Features:

Perfectly balance door – This gives a perfect design that is solidly finish. Once the door is been opened you could see a perfectly balanced door. This makes closing and opening of the door easy.

Multiple spray arms – There are 10 spray zones and this multiple spray arms use less water and also ensure better cleaning and it is more efficient.

Enclosed heating elements – This is a safety feature and the concealed heating element functions with out hurting the user. Further the housing is detached from the heating element which gives a cool touch of the appliance. The interior also looks clean and tidy.

Delay start – This model permits to set the programme about 24 hours in advance which ensures the user to make use of the low cost electricity and also plan the work schedule in advance.

Programming Options:

• Half-load option gives the user to use the dishwasher even with half load and by utilising only half power and water.
• Drying option can be set on or off based on the user requirement and the demand of the load.
• Super rinse gives a better cleaning effect and is suitable for the highly soiled dish. It makes it super clean.
• Cool touch body gives it a safe handling, without the fear of burning the finger the appliance can be handled.
• Time saver and Time set gives the optimised cleaning which go as expected.

Consumption and Efficiency:

The annual energy consumption is 229 kWh and the water consumption for per wash is 9.9 litres. The energy efficiency of Maytag XXL White Colour MDW 171TN Dishwasher is been rated as grade ‘A’ while the wash and the dry performance is also grade ‘A’. The noise level accounts to be 45dBa which can be called as a silent one.

Guarantee:

Offered by the manufacture is the guarantee for the period of 2 years which includes labour and parts.

Maytag XXL Integrated Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table

Amazing is the 80 years of Miele Dish-washing which is a rich experience and is what has brought them today. Miele G5720 SC Freestanding Dishwasher is in its efficiency class of grade ‘A’ gives it the first step vertically. There are many interesting aspects that will stand up to the promise of Miele who bets the unbeatable performance for up to 20 years and that motivates many to settle down with this product. At the outset it means better to look into the features part of the product.

Features:

Child safety lock – This keeps the device functioning without interruption and the mis-operations can be avoided by keeping it locked for safety.

Waterproof anti-leak system – This is featured with a double skinned inlet hose and a solenoid valve which is been attached to the stopcock. In case the appliance senses the leaks between the two skins it automatically stops the flow of water supply and protects from wasting the water.

Perfect glass care – This protects the glass care to the maximum as the electronically controlled water hardness system ensures that the hardness of water is at the acceptable level always.

Soft close – The door is perfectly self balancing and it allows you to easily close and open at the comfort.

Turbo option – This function reduces the programme duration by about 30% as it works by modifying the temperature and hence it reduces the holding time in the rinse cycle. This also proves to be energy efficient.

Indoor salt reservoir – The automatically senses the type of the detergent used and it automatically adjusts the programme levels and however the promised results can be obtained.

Automatic spray arm pressure control – This is another automatic function that works with the spray arm pressure control which also works to bring out the best and the desired results.

Auto Sensor – This feature is able to differentiate among the particles and the bubbles more accurate and it truly and automatically works on the water consumption, programme duration and also the desired temperatue.

Load recognition – Honestly intelligent as with the load recognition the right volume of water, the right consumption of the energy makes the complete washing programme. This is rather an energy efficiency programme.

Auto open drying – After the completion of the programme the dishwasher automatically opens in order to allow the steam to escape and the air inside to cool down.

Design Overview:

Miele G5720 SC Grade ‘AAA’ Rated  Dishwasher is a freestanding appliance which gives you the choice of installation in any available space. The white housing and the straight fascia type dictates the overall appearance. The handle is of flush type. The control system is digital where it has user friendly selector buttons and the LCD display. Present are few display and the indicators like the delay start display, programme sequence LED, water inlet/drain diagnostic LED, refill indicator form rinse aid and salt.

Programmes:

This model few interesting programmes which makes it suitable for the specific purpose and the user is at the convenience to choose the same based on the nature of the load.

• Quick wash functions at 40 degrees and it suits perfect for lightly soiled dishes.
• Energy save wash is for the general load for everyday items which are averagely soiled.
• Pots and pans works at the degree of 75C which is best for the highly soiled items which are dried and needs touch cleaning.
• Sensor wash is a highly economic one which automatically senses the load and adjusts the amount of water, temperature and the programme duration.
• Sensor gentle wash is a perfect one for the delicate items like glass which emphasises on the fragile handling.
• Extra quiet keeps the noise level low and are best when has to be programmed at the sleep times.
• Intensive lower basket gets the pots and pans to wash together in the lower basket. This is also an energy saving option.

Performance and Place Setting:

Miele G5720 SC White Colour Dishwasher has the privilege of international place setting of 13 segments and they are segregated as 1 x soup bowl, 1 x plate, 1 x desert bowl, 1 x cup & saucer, 1 x drinking glass and a knife, fork, soup spoon, dessert spoon and teaspoon.

The overall energy consumption is 0.83 kWh and the water consumption is 10 liters per wash in the normal mode. The time duration for the completion of the programme at its maximum is 141 minutes. The noise emission of the same is 44 dBa which is on the acceptable side. Overall, this model is graded with ‘AAA’ which denotes the energy efficiency, wash and dry performance.

Guarantee:

Offered by the manufacturer is the guarantee for the period of 2 years which covers both parts and labour.

Miele G5720 SC Dishwasher – Technical Specification Table