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The variety of models, their features and functions at first glance can confuse an unprepared buyer. But it’s not that difficult to navigate the main points. First, you need to decide how many dishes the machine will have to deal with and where you will put them. The capacity of the dishwasher is measured in sets. According to European standards, one set includes: 3 spoons, 1 fork, 1 knife, 3 plates, 1 glass and a cup and saucer. A large pot or frying pan can be considered one set.
Types of machines by size
From an economic point of view, it is optimal to use the machine once or twice a day when fully loaded. Calculate approximately how many sets of dishes your family uses per day and choose the appropriate size.
Height 80 cm, width 60 cm, holds an average of 12-14 sets. These models allow you to wash oversized items and are the most convenient to use. Suitable for: a family of 4-5 people or those who often receive guests; to a spacious kitchen; for maximum comfort.
Narrow
Height 80 cm, width 45 cm, holds 9-10 sets. Suitable for: family of 2-3 people; to a smaller kitchen.
Compact (desktop)
Height 45-60 cm, width 55-60 cm, capacity 6-8 sets. Their place is on the table or in the kitchen cabinet. Suitable: for 1-2 people or where they rarely cook; to a small kitchen; to a rented apartment. Types by installation method
Fully built-in
nThe most popular models. They fit into the kitchen set and are completely hidden by its facade. The control panel is located at the top end of the door. They do not introduce dissonance into the style of the room, but do not allow you to observe the washing process. It is more convenient to think about a place for them at the kitchen planning stage.
Also built into the set, but the front wall or only the control panel, on which the washing process is displayed, remains open. They look quite neat in the interior.
They are entirely visible, which means they require a particularly careful choice of design. An option when there is nowhere to integrate the unit, and there are no plans to change the kitchen.
Modern dishwashers are equipped with many programs and functions that make their operation more convenient, practical, and safer.
Pay attention to the main ones.
Practical Number of modes
The dishwasher can have 3–8 and more modes. Make sure that your device has the most necessary: Delicate, Quick, Intensive and Standard washing, which differ in washing time and temperature. This set is generally sufficient for dishes of different types and degrees of soiling.
Adjusting the basket
The dishes are placed in two baskets, located one above the other. If the height of the top can be adjusted, you can adjust it to the size of the dishes that suits you.
AUTO program
Universal program for dishes with any degree of soiling. Based on the Clean Water Sensor data, the machine will wash and rinse the dishes until they are completely clean.
Convenient “Beam on the floor” indicator
A red or blue dot projected onto the floor indicates that the wash is not yet finished.
Delay start
Allows you to program the start work at a time convenient for you. For example, at night, when electricity tariffs are reduced.
Lighting
Helps assess the cleanliness of dishes and makes it more convenient to use the device for cleaning the filter and adding salt.
Display with indicators
Reflects the washing stages , temperature, fault information and other data.
Economy Partial load mode
This The mode saves water and detergents. It is convenient when there are not enough dirty dishes to fill the machine, but you don’t want to save them for longer. Water consumption The most economical models in terms of this indicator are labeled Class A. Electricity consumption Class A is also the most economical device. All Flavia dishwashers belong to this class.
Safe Protection against leaks Can be partial - for example, in compact machines that use a small amount of water, only the body is protected. In narrow and full-size models, reliable protection is provided using the Aquastop system.
Child Lock Protection against accidental activation or changing settings.
As you can see, understanding the basic types and capabilities of dishwashers is not very difficult. Among Flavia dishwashers there are devices of all types of installation, dimensions, and different capacities. All dishwashers are equipped with leakage protection. In the model range you will find both practical dishwashers with a basic set of programs, as well as more functional and convenient ones with an additional set of functions and features. All full-size and narrow Flavia dishwashers have internal lighting, which is usually typical for expensive models and the latest series from other manufacturers. Among the models of a specialized brand, you are sure to find equipment that best suits your preferences.
