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What is a half load dishwasher

half load iconWhen buying a dishwasher, people often come across sellers who praise the technique and mention the half-load function. In a large flow of information, the consumer does not fully understand what this function is, how it works and whether he needs it. It is better to deal with all these issues in advance than to regret the purchase. Let's talk about everything in order.

Half load principle

Half loading is a special function that allows you to not only load a smaller amount of dishes, but also use less water, which means it is faster to heat and save energy. In a dishwasher without half loading, of course, you can load a smaller amount of dishes, but the water will still be consumed as much and the washing time will not be reduced.

Note! In modern expensive models, they do without a half load, incorporating special sensors that determine the degree of contamination of the dishes, their quantity, automatically reducing the water supply and washing time.

In most dishwashers, manufacturers have provided a half load, and it can be selected for any of three main modes:

  • intense;
  • economical;
  • preliminary.

Advantages and disadvantages

arrangement of dishesWhat does it mean and how does this function work are sorted out. But whether a half load is needed, the answer is not so simple. To do this, list its advantages:

  • significant water savings;
  • less energy consumption;
  • fast program execution;
  • lack of mountain dishes after eating and the need for its accumulation.

As for the disadvantage, the inconvenient use of 3 in 1 tablets can be attributed to them. Either you will have to spend more such tablets, or each time divide the tablet in half. The only way out is to use detergents individually and in their manual dosage.

Based on this, we can conclude that if you have a small family and you are used to washing dishes after each meal, this function will be useful. If you often don’t have to wash the dishes, or if the dishes are going to be loaded after eating and cooking, the half-load function in the dishwasher will become unclaimed, you will only overpay for this option.

Arrangement of dishes

half loadIf the hopper of the dishwasher is only half full, then the dishes should be put in baskets in a special way to ensure a high-quality washing. Depending on the make and model of the dishwasher, the layout of the dishes at half load may vary. In some dishwashers, when half-loaded, the dishes are placed only in the upper basket, in others, loading in the lower basket is required, for others, unwashed kitchen utensils are distributed evenly between two baskets.

To establish exactly how to lay the dishes in your “home assistant”, you need to carefully read the instructions, everything should be explained in it. Once you find out in which baskets you need to put the dishes in half load mode, study the general recommendations for arranging dishes that are relevant when starting the dishwasher in any mode. These are the recommendations.

  • Place the pans and spatulas horizontally in the front of the basket with utensils.
  • Put spoons, knives, forks vertically in special cells.
  • Any fragile dishes must be placed so that they do not touch during washing, as the machine vibrates during washing.
  • Arrange a small amount of utensils more freely, and so that it does not vibrate, secure it with latches.

Dishwashers with this function

BOSCH SMS 53N12 - a dishwasher of a well-known German company and assembled in Germany has standard sizes, and therefore the capacity is 13 sets of dishes. In principle, this is not a little, but because the manufacturer has provided a half-load function in the dishwasher of this modification.Also, the machine is equipped with all the necessary programs, there are only 5 of them, it has all degrees of protection. The average price is 939 dollars.

BOSCH SMS 53N12

BOSCH SPS30E32RU - even in this narrow machine of 45 cm there is a function of saving water and time, due to less load of baskets. A full load is 9 sets of dishes. The machine has a basic configuration, only 3 programs. It should be noted that it is quite noisy. The average price is 386 dollars.

BOSCH SPS30E32RU

BEKO DFS 05010W - Turkish dishwasher assembly, which when fully loaded includes 10 sets of dishes. The machine has an average noise level, protection from children and leaks, as well as 5 washing programs. The average price is 280 dollars.

BEKO DFS 05010W

MIELE G4203 SC CLST Active - this machine, assembled in the Czech Republic, is designed for 14 sets of standard dishes. Distinguished by its stainless steel rocker arms, the presence of turbo dryer, half loading function, full protection against water leakage. For such an assembly will have to pay about $ 877.

MIELE G4203 SC CLST Active

Note! The dishwasher INDESIT DSR 15B3 RU, as well as the machines CANDY CDP 4609, ELECTROLUX ESF 9420 LOW, do not have the functions considered by us.

So, loading the dishwasher in half is a very useful feature, especially for a small family. Dishwashers of different price categories are equipped with a similar function, so anyone can find the right equipment for themselves. Good luck

   

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