Built-in Electrolux dishwasher (45 cm) - pros and cons, instruction manual

Narrow dishwasher from Electrolux

The company, founded in Sweden, offers about 20 different narrow built-in dishwashers for sale in Russia. All of them are assembled in Eastern Europe - they are produced in factories in Poland.

They have many common qualities, after analyzing which you can make a choice in favor of this brand or take a closer look at similar machines from other manufacturers.

Basic programs and functionality

Machines built into kitchen furniture are divided into fully and partially built-in. Electrolux narrow-format models have a height of 81.8 cm and a width of 44.6 cm.

Fully built-in Electrolux machines are produced with a depth of 55.0 cm, and partially - 57.0 cm. The height of the niche can reach 87.8 cm by increasing the length of the legs.

All narrow-format models of dishwashers produced by Electrolux are equipped with 5–7 programs that differ in operating time and temperature at which washing occurs.

Additionally, there are several developments that are typical for all devices in this line. AirDry function. The essence of this exclusive technology is to automatically open the door to ventilate the dishwasher chamber using dry room air.

At the same time, the small amount of moisture entering the kitchen does not create any problems for furniture or other items, and the dishes dry perfectly.

Leak protection function. All Electrolux devices are equipped with a water spillage prevention system, implemented by introducing an “AquaStop” type valve into the hoses or a more modern “AquaControl” version.

This allows you to eliminate situations with kitchen flooding in the event of a machine breakdown or damage to the integrity of hoses or connections.

Inside, all models are equipped as standard: two baskets, the top of which can be located at different heights, which makes it possible to place large items such as pots, pans and trays down.

There are also technological solutions that are not implemented in all models:

My Favorite. A function that remembers all program settings, allowing you to restore them with one click.
Time Manager. This function speeds up the washing process by approximately half by increasing the volume of water supplied and its temperature. Drying results may be worse than with normal operation.
XtraDry. This option increases drying efficiency by allowing the program to run longer. It does not work with the Time Manager function at the same time - when you turn on one mode, the other is turned off.

Some models support internal tank lighting. This is convenient if the position of the machine does not allow sufficient light from the room to penetrate inside.

Light indication of completion of work. If the indicators are hidden behind the facade, then you can find out about the status of the process by the light beam falling on the floor.

Red color means washing or drying is in progress, and green color means the job is finished. This option is used by many manufacturers. More advanced models display the remaining operating time on the floor.

The washing and drying class of all narrow-format machines is “A”, which is confirmed not only by tests, but also by reviews of real consumers. Electrolux models do a good job of their main function.

Pros and cons of the brand

Narrow-format built-in machines from Electrolux are distinguished by a number of properties, some of which can be considered a plus:

Balanced set of programs. As a rule, consumers use one mode for daily washing of dishes, as well as quick (up to 30 minutes) and intensive (at temperatures up to 70 degrees) washing. All Electrolux models have these programs.
Intuitive interface of the control and display panel. Setting up these dishwashers can be figured out fairly quickly. All set parameters are displayed, so the process of programming the operating mode is not difficult for the average user.
Competent and simple regulation of internal space. A fairly successful design of the baskets and the implementation of vertical movement of the upper one makes it possible to place large objects and dishes of complex geometry for washing.

Additional equipment includes a basket in which cutlery and special holders for glasses are placed.
Also, machines manufactured by Electrolux have their own disadvantages that you need to know about:

Lack of child protection. An incomprehensible decision by the designers, who did not provide for the possibility of complete mechanical locking (like Bosch) or making it more difficult to open the door (like Ariston or Hotpoint) when the dishwasher is operating.
There is no half load mode for the machine. Therefore, with a small volume of dishes, the machine will still go through the entire cycle with the usual consumption of water, loaded detergents and electricity.
None of the models, even the most expensive ones, have automatic detection of water hardness. Therefore, you need to check this parameter yourself and set the required salt supply level.
The length of the water supply and drainage hoses is only 1.5 meters. Therefore, you have to install the machine nearby near a water supply or purchase similar hoses of greater length.

Users also have complaints about the quality of the plastic housing of Electrolux models assembled in Poland.

But this has little to do with built-in machines, since if they are correctly installed in kitchen furniture, the impact on the side walls and lid of the device will be insignificant. The cost of these dishwashers varies from 20,000 rubles. — 40,000 rub.

Source: https://sovet-ingenera.com/tech/posudomoyki/vstraivaemye-posudomoechnye-mashiny-elektrolyuks-45-sm.html

Preparing a place for the machine

Many home craftsmen often ignore this important installation stage, starting immediately to install the PMM, without preparing a place for the equipment. This results in problems that arise during the connection - they could have been avoided if the place had been prepared in advance. Another misconception among users is that the place supposedly needs to be prepared only for the built-in model - even a regular stationary Electrolux dishwasher is difficult to connect without preparing the place.

First, think about how to install the equipment so that the proximity to all communications (electricity, water supply and drainage) is maximum. Please note that the distance to the water pipes should not exceed a 3-meter mark, otherwise an increased load will be placed on the PMM parts.

Also take care of the following points:

a flat and strong base for the equipment - modern PMMs weigh from 17 to 60 kg, depending on their type and dimensions.
There must be a connection point to a cold water supply .

On a note! If you decide to connect to a hot water pipe, first make sure that this option is provided by the manufacturer.

Prepare for connection to sewer drains .
And most importantly, prepare a reliable outlet for connecting to the network. It is not forbidden to connect the PMM directly to electricity, but it is safer to do this through a voltage stabilizer.

Important! Every year in Russia tens of thousands of pieces of equipment burn out due to voltage surges. Even if your power grid is stable, a preventive measure in the form of a stabilizer in the event of a surge will protect not only the PMM, but also other electrical appliances.

You should definitely think about a solid foundation for bulky equipment if the kitchen has weak floors - especially old ones, with creaky and wobbly floorboards. If the floor is quite ordinary (linoleum on a reliable base or tiles) with a minimum of unevenness, you can try installing a PMM.

Cold water intake outlet

Make sure that the tee tap fits securely under the sink between the outlet for the mixer and the water pipe, and that the hose of the machine easily reaches the connection point. We'll talk about the hose installation process later.

Check the distance from the siphon to the PMM location

The drain hose will be inserted into the side outlet of the siphon and it is important that it is long enough to connect correctly. If the hose is not long enough, it is better not to extend it, but to replace it with a longer one (original, from Electrolux). If the siphon does not have an outlet or a washing machine is already connected to the outlet, you need to change the siphon to a model with an additional outlet or throw a hose over the sink, which is not recommended for reasons of aesthetics and hygiene.

Checking the outlet

The socket itself must be at least not “cheap China” and can withstand the rated load of the device (and have a large reserve). As we have already said, it is better to connect the machine not directly, but using a stabilizer.

And the last thing at the preparation stage - the built-in PMM should be the size of the niche. When buying a machine in an online store, you risk that it will not fit into the prepared place - there are often errors in the characteristics on websites. Therefore, choose one of the options:

Pick up a car at an offline retail outlet - measure all the dimensions and protrusions and, taking this data into account, prepare a niche.
First, buy the device, and then start making furniture.

TOP 5 built-in Electrolux dishwashers 45 cm wide

ESL 94200 LO

A built-in compact device, the installation and management of which every user can understand. Several dishwashing modes will allow you to choose the optimal one: a half-hour program at 60 degrees will save time, a program for several hours will serve a large family.

In the event of a power outage and restart, the machine will continue to operate from the previous cycle.

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition - fully built-in;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 5;
number of temperatures - 3;
drying type - condensation;
protection against leaks - complete;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*55*82;
weight - 30.2 kg.

Specifications:

water consumption - 10 l;
power consumption - 2100 W;
noise - 51 dB.

Pros:

quality of washing;
protection against leaks;
simple controls.

Minuses:

there is no separate tray for forks and spoons;
noisy.

ESL 94320 LA

A quiet and smart dishwasher that will signal when the job is complete at the right time. The rinsing mode and thorough drying will turn your dishes clean and shiny, just like in store windows.

Small dimensions will allow you to install the device even under the sink, while still leaving enough space in the kitchen.

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition: fully embeddable;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 5;
number of temperatures - 4;
drying type - condensation;
protection against leaks - complete;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*55*82;
weight - 37.3 kg.

Specifications:

water consumption - 10 l;
power consumption - 1950 W;
energy consumption at one time - 0.7 kWh;
washing duration - 245 minutes;
noise - 51 dB.

Pros:

silent;
washes away absolutely any fat;
There is a 30-minute mode.

Minuses:

no child protection.

ESL 94201 LO

A 45 cm wide dishwasher is an excellent solution for small kitchens. The controls are intuitive for everyone; the rotary knob helps you find the desired washing program. Express mode will make your dishes perfect in 30 minutes.

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition: fully embeddable;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 5;
number of temperatures - 3;
drying type - condensation;
protection against leaks - complete;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*55*82.

Specifications:

water consumption - 9.5 l;
energy consumption at one time - 0.878 kWh;
noise - 49 dB.

Pros:

there is an express car wash;
quiet operation;
There is a rinsing program.

Minuses:

Plate holders do not fold;
there is no delay in starting work;
high salt consumption.

ESL 94300 LA

A device that combines safety, environmental friendliness and high technology. The machine has electronic control, the programs of which are very easy to configure. In order to wash a small number of plates and cutlery, you can use the accelerated wash.

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition: fully embeddable;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 5;
number of temperatures - 4;
drying type - condensation;
protection against leaks - complete;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*55*82;
weight - 37.3 kg.

Specifications:

water consumption - 9.5 l;
power consumption - 2200 W;
noise - 49 dB.

Pros:

quiet;
there is a rinsing function;
Cleans mugs and plates well.

Minuses:

Sometimes it doesn’t wash all the dirt off the pots.

ESL 94555 RO

A smart dishwasher that has all the necessary and useful functions: beam on the floor, delayed start, end-of-work signal, delay timer, 6 washing modes. If you like any of the programs, you can save it and launch it next time with just one button.

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition: fully embeddable;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 6;
number of temperatures - 5;
drying type - condensation;
protection against leaks - complete;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*57*82.

Specifications:

water consumption - 9 l;
power consumption - 2100 W;
energy consumption at one time - 0.79 kWh;
noise - 47 dB.

Pros:

almost silent;
washes away old deposits;
There is an energy saving function.

Minuses:

does not dry very well;
no child protection.

Six best Electrolux models

The Swedish brand offers equipment with high build quality. Any PMM justifies its purpose and works trouble-free for a long time. It is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the brief characteristics of dishwashers that are often mentioned in ratings of the best Electrolux models:

ESL94200LO

Narrow fully built-in PMM at a price of 16-25 thousand rubles. capacity of 9 place settings.

Programs – 5, temperature modes – 3, basket height is adjustable, water consumption – 9.5-10 l/cycle, electricity – 0.88 kWh.
Complete protection against liquid leaks from the housing and hoses.

Touch control of the device’s load and automatic selection of water and electricity consumption, indication of the presence of salt and rinse aid.
The power of the device is 2.2 kW, the control is electronic, but there is no display, and there is no beam option on the floor.

ESL94200LO

ESL94510LO

Built-in model with a narrow body and a chamber for 9 sets of utensils, price 22-32 thousand rubles.

Programs/modes – 5/4, adjustable basket, folding shelves for cups, cleanliness sensor.
A sound signal and a two-color beam inform about the operation and completion of the cycle; the door opens automatically using AirDry technology.

There is a delayed start function, salt presence indication, display, connection to hot water.
Liquid consumption per cycle is 9.9 l, electricity is 0.78 kWh with a power of 1950 W.

ESL94510LO

ESF9453LMW

The machine is 45 cm wide, holds 9 cutlery sets, costs 29 thousand rubles.

Washing programs - 6, including delicate mode for fragile glass, pre-soaking dirty dishes.
Water consumption depends on the specified degree of cleaning of dishes and averages 10 l/cycle, electricity - 0.77 kWh.

The chamber door opens automatically at the end of the wash to a fixed width of 10 cm.
The car has a display, delayed start up to 24 hours, but there is no protection against children's pranks.

ESF9453LMW

ESL94320LA

A machine from the Real Life Slim line (45 cm) with simultaneous loading of 9 sets of dishes, price – 21-30 thousand rubles.

Equipment: 5 washing programs, 4 heating modes in the range 45-70°C, cleanliness sensor, electronic control.

There is an option to delay start for 3-6 hours, automatically open the door at the end of the cycle, you can use 3-in-1 detergents.

There is no display, half load program, or delicate wash mode.

ESL94320LA

ESF9552LOW

A standard free-standing machine, 60 cm wide, costs 29-35 thousand rubles, with a capacity of 13 cutlery sets.

Salt and rinse aid indicators, digital display, AirDry option with door opening 10 cm after stopping the process.
Programs – 6, including delicate, intensive, temperature modes – 4, protection against leaks.

Delay start for up to 24 hours, stainless steel working chamber, adjustable basket height.
Water consumption – 11 l, electricity consumption – 1.05 kWh per cycle, power – 1.95 kW.

ESF9552LOW

EMG48200L

Floor-standing full-size (60 cm), fully built-in model priced at 44-57 thousand rubles. with digital display and one-touch touch control.

Simultaneous loading of 14 sets of dishes, number of programs/modes – 8/3, indication of the end of the washing process with a two-color beam on the floor, sound signal.

Delayed start for 1-24 hours, the upper sprayer is rotating, the lower one is Satellite (double rotation).

Water consumption – 10.5 l, electricity – 0.9 kWh per washing cycle. There is no protection against children, there is partial protection against leaks (hoses).

EMG48200L

The noise of the machines presented in the review is in the range of 44-47 dB. Efficiency classes of washing, drying, energy consumption – A.

TOP 3 freestanding Electrolux dishwashers 45 cm wide

ESF 9423 LMW

Compact, silent and easy to operate dishwasher. After completion of work, the smart mechanism will give a signal and open the door. The quality of washing and drying is ideal - with Electrolux your dishes will be like new!

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition - free-standing;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 5;
number of temperatures - 3;
drying type - condensation;
protection against leaks - complete;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*62*85;
weight - 37.2 kg.

Specifications:

water consumption - 9.9 l;
power consumption - 1950 W;
energy consumption at one time - 0.78 kWh;
washing duration - 225 minutes;
noise - 49 dB.

Pros:

perfectly washes away dirt;
quiet.

Minuses:

Do not place the dishes too tightly, otherwise the device will not wash off all the dirt.

ESF 9421 LOW

Polish dishwasher, which is distinguished by high quality and stylish design. With convenient options - delayed start, rinse and wait, washing dishes will become even more interesting and faster.

The AQUACONTROL system with a double-layer inlet hose and solenoid valve will prevent leakage.

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition - free-standing;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 5;
number of temperatures - 3;
drying type - condensation;
protection against leaks - partial;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*62*85.

Specifications:

water consumption - 10 l;
power consumption - 21000 W;
energy consumption at one time - 0.87 kWh;
washing duration - 110 minutes;
noise - 49 dB.

Pros:

nice design;
there is a short sink;
operates almost silently;
high quality work.

Minuses:

Do not wash wooden, cast iron, aluminum dishes;
plastic components.

ESF 9420 LOW

With a width of only 45 cm, the device represents the optimal solution for small kitchens. The desired program is selected using the menu and the mode selector knob. An LED indicator indicates the need to add rinse aid or salt.

General characteristics:

type - narrow;
definition - free-standing;
capacity - 9 sets of dishes;
energy consumption - A-class;
drying - A-class;
washing - A-class;
regulation - electronic;
modes - 5;
number of temperatures - 4;
drying type - turbo;
protection against leaks - partial;
auxiliary items - shelf for glasses;
dimensions - 45*62*85.

Specifications:

water consumption - 9.5 l;
power consumption - 2100 W;
energy consumption at one time - 0.88 kWh;
noise - 49 dB.

Pros:

there is a instantaneous water heater;
there is an express car wash;
ease of operation.

Minuses:

no child protection;
does not always wash away food residues from fast modes.

Source: https://tekhnik.top/kak-vybrat-posudomoechnuju-45-sm/

Rating of the best PMM models

Let's take a closer look at the most interesting Electrolux dishwashers, and also study consumer reviews.

Electrolux ESF 2300OH

Compact freestanding model. The laconic design and small dimensions - 47.4x54.5x51.5 cm - allow installation in almost any kitchen. The hopper holds 6 sets of dishes. Water consumption per cycle is 6 liters, and electricity consumption is 0.63 kW/hour.

The user can choose from 6 main programs. The delay start function allows you to start the equipment at a convenient time. The Energy saver program reduces electricity consumption by 30%. Built-in water purity sensor, so the plates will be perfectly clean, the machine controls this itself.

Price - from 18,000 rubles.

Tatiana

We bought ESF 2300 OH a month ago. At first I was pleased with the technology. It works quietly, the design fits perfectly into the interior of the kitchen. But later one feature (even a drawback) became clear. Over time, the PMM “catches a glitch” and stops heating water and drying appliances. As the master later explained, this happens in almost every model. The main thing is to detect the breakdown in time. Warranty repairs will be free of charge, and a specialist will come to your home. So I advise you to use the machine more intensively in order to find the problem in time.

Electrolux ESL94200LO

Fully built-in option. With small dimensions (width 45 cm, depth 57 cm, height 82 cm) it holds 9 sets. Includes 5 programs and full protection against leaks. Water consumption is 9.5 liters, and electricity consumption is 0.88 kW/h.

Indicators on the control panel will notify you when salt or rinse aid is needed. The shortened washing program can produce clean appliances in 30 minutes. It is also possible to delay the start up to 3 hours. Not a bad budget option.

Cost - from 15,000 rubles.

Tamara

The dishwasher was recommended by a friend from work. This option was just right for my studio apartment. The baskets have enough capacity even after guests arrive. But I noticed that the quality of washing is not always good. I don't understand what this depends on.

What I liked: convenient control panel and a wide range of modes. I didn't like the quality of the wash. Even if I turn on the soaking, the dried dirt remains in place.

Electrolux ESL 46050

Built-in model 82x45x57-60 cm. The machine will wash 9 sets of dishes at a time, consuming 12 liters of water and 0.99 kW of electricity.

Are you planning to wash fragile appliances? Then the functionality will offer you the “Glass” program, where the water temperature does not exceed 45 degrees. You can set the start time of the cycle yourself by delaying the start from 1 to 19 hours.

Beam on Floor technology projects a beam on the floor, so the machine will not disturb you with a beep. Load plates, pots and pans, select Auto mode, and the system will automatically select the optimal program.

Price from 14,500 rubles.

Elena

It’s been a year and a half since I started using the ESL 46050 machine. I’m satisfied with its performance. After being completely built into the cabinet, you can’t hear it working at all. It is convenient to determine the end of the wash by a beam on the floor. On the one hand, compact sizes are a plus, but on the other hand, large plates and pots do not fit. Then the rocker stops rotating. Cups are not always completely washed. But overall I am satisfied with the performance of the equipment.

Installation of an Electrolux dishwasher

Today, buying a dishwasher can make a big dent in the family budget, and if you add to this the payment of a technician for installation, costs increase. You can get out of this situation and save on installation costs by trying to connect the PMM yourself.

We offer a detailed installation diagram for the Electrolux dishwasher with photos and videos. Simple instructions will help you save money and protect you from common installation mistakes.

Preparing a place for the machine

Another misconception among users is that the place supposedly needs to be prepared only for the built-in model - even a regular stationary Electrolux dishwasher is difficult to connect without preparing the place.

Also take care of the following points:

You need to organize a flat and strong base for the equipment - modern PMMs weigh from 17 to 60 kg, depending on their type and dimensions.
There must be a connection point to the cold water supply nearby.

On a note! If you decide to connect to a hot water pipe, first make sure that this option is provided by the manufacturer.

Prepare for connection to sewer drains.
And most importantly, prepare a reliable outlet for connecting to the network. It is not forbidden to connect the PMM directly to electricity, but it is safer to do this through a voltage stabilizer.

Important! Every year in Russia tens of thousands of pieces of equipment burn out due to voltage surges. Even if your power grid is stable, a preventive measure in the form of a stabilizer in the event of a surge will protect not only the PMM, but also other electrical appliances.

Cold water intake outlet

Check the distance from the siphon to the PMM location

If the siphon does not have an outlet or a washing machine is already connected to the outlet, you need to change the siphon to a model with an additional outlet or throw a hose over the sink, which is not recommended for reasons of aesthetics and hygiene.

Checking the outlet

Pick up a car at an offline retail outlet - measure all the dimensions and protrusions and, taking this data into account, prepare a niche.
First, buy the device, and then start making furniture.

What do you need to connect the dishwasher yourself?

To install an Electrolux dishwasher, you need a lot of tools and parts. If there are usually no problems with the tool (screwdriver, pliers, level and adjustable wrench), then consumables often have to be purchased:

FUM tape;
PVC electrical tape;
sealant;
siphon with a fitting (outlet) for connecting the drain hose;
brass or bronze ¾ tee tap.
a flow filter with a mesh that will trap small debris on its way into the machine systems;
tee to the sewer pipe, if there is no pre-provided outlet.

If electrical communications are not ready, then the list of what you will have to spend money on expands. If you don't have a suitable outlet, be prepared to buy the following:

copper three-core cable 2.5 of sufficient length;
European standard socket with moisture protection;
difavtomat 16A (for line protection);
stabilizer (recommended).

If communications have to be redone, then you need to ditch the wall, which means find a hammer drill. Also stock up on tools with wire cutters and an indicator screwdriver.

Important! Zero experience in installing electrical wiring? Do not risk your life, health and property and better contact an electrician. And most importantly, do not plug the PMM into an old (especially Soviet) outlet and refrain from using an extension cord.

If already at this stage it seemed to you that everything was complicated - don’t panic! Despite such a long shopping list, DIY work will still cost less than what the master will ask for. Another thing is if you don’t have the tools or skills, then it’s better to call the service.

Installation procedure

When all the preparatory work has been completed and a location has been chosen, you can begin the main installation steps.

Connecting the waste fluid drain hose

Move the machine closer to the installation site and place the free end of the hose on the sewer outlet (do not forget to remove the plug). The reliability of the connection will be ensured by sealant (if necessary).

Water connection

Turn off the cold water, disconnect the tap to the mixer from the water pipe. Connect the tee tap to the flow filter.

Screw the faucet, simultaneously isolating the connections with a fuser. A pipe connects to the tee at one end, and a mixer outlet at the other. There remains one free exit, onto which the PMM intake hose is put on. The remaining end is connected to the machine.

Electrical connection

When the socket is ready, install the dishwasher in its permanent place (adjust the legs to the level) and plug the plug into the network.

At this point, the work on manually connecting the PMM from Electrolux is completed. If you purchased a built-in model, all that remains is to hang the facade on the door, but this is a matter of a couple of minutes, since the front part is hung using fasteners and no tools are needed.

How to avoid losing your warranty

Please read the instructions carefully before installing the machine yourself. Each manufacturer indicates acceptable standards when connecting equipment. Most dishwashers cannot be connected to hot water. This leads to damage to hoses and filters.

If the PMM breaks down due to connection to a hot water supply, then you can’t count on warranty repairs.

Another dangerous point is connecting to the electrical network. It is prohibited to connect powerful equipment to regular old outlets without a voltage stabilizer, or to connect it to the same outlet as an electric stove. It is not recommended to use tees and extensions.

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Preparing the site

Novice craftsmen begin to install the Electrolux dishwasher at once, neglecting the stage of preparing the place. And then they encounter problems during the installation that could easily have been avoided if the site had been properly prepared. For some reason, some people think that they only need to prepare a space for a built-in dishwasher, but in fact, you should always take care of the space.

First of all, you need to think about how to position your new “home assistant” so that she is placed comfortably and is closer to communications. Keep in mind that the distance to sewer and water pipes should not be more than 3 m; ideally, the shorter the distance, the better. In addition, care must be taken to:

there was a solid and level base under the dishwasher;
a connection point to cold water was organized;

If you are going to connect to hot water, make sure that this is allowed in the manufacturer's instructions.

a connection point to the sewerage system was organized;
The dishwasher could be powered from a reliable outlet directly or (preferably) through a voltage stabilizer.

You need to take care of the base when your kitchen floor is completely rotten, and the base bends and creaks a lot. If you have a regular floor, then even if there are small irregularities and differences, it will be suitable. Next we move on to organizing a drain for cold water supply. At this stage, it is enough to make sure that the tee tap will fit under the sink between the outlet for the mixer and the cold water pipe, and the hose from the dishwasher will reach there without any problems. We will describe the process of installing the faucet a little later.

Next, check the distance from the siphon to the installation location of the dishwasher. The hose for draining waste water will be connected to the side outlet of the siphon and it must be long enough. If the hose is short, you will have to extend it, which is an additional hassle. If you have a siphon installed without an outlet, or the outlet is already occupied by the washing machine, you will have to buy a siphon with a free outlet or throw the drain hose directly over the edge of the sink, and this is extremely unsightly.

After that, we check the socket. The socket must be reliable and withstand the rated load created by the dishwasher with a large margin. It is better to connect not directly, but through a dishwasher stabilizer. This device can prevent damage to the dishwasher's electronics in the event of a power surge.

The built-in dishwasher must fit clearly into the niche. To do this, you need to measure the body of the machine, not forgetting about the protruding parts, and then correlate this size with the dimensions of the niche into which you plan to build the “home assistant”. In this case, there is no need to rely on the manufacturer, who described the dimensions of his brainchild in the characteristics.

We will prepare everything you need

To install an Electrolux dishwasher, you need a small number of tools and components. Least problems with tools. All you need is a screwdriver, pliers, an adjustable wrench and a building level. Consumables are a little more difficult. You will have to purchase:

FUM-ku, PVC insulating tape, sealant.
Siphon with outlet for connecting the drain hose (fitting).
¾ tee tap made of brass or bronze.
Flow-through filter with a mesh to prevent large debris from the water supply from getting into the dishwasher.
Tee to the sewer pipe (if the sewerage outlet was not arranged in advance).

The list of components expands significantly and becomes more expensive if electrical communications have not been properly prepared in advance. If you don’t have a normal outlet, you need to buy:

three-core electrical cable 2.5, copper (the length should be sufficient to reach the shield);
European standard moisture resistant socket;
16A difautomat for line protection;
voltage stabilizer (optional).

If alteration of communications is required, you will need a hammer drill to prepare the grooves, an indicator screwdriver, and wire cutters. If you have no experience working with electrical wiring, it is better to entrust this matter to a specialist, but do not leave everything as is. The dishwasher should not be connected to an old outlet or extension cord, this is dangerous.

User manual

Initially, you should read the instructions for using the dishwasher. It is recommended to read it completely to avoid various “surprises”. Then you need to connect this unit to the power supply, water supply and drainage. It is better to seek help from a professional.

When the technician has made all the necessary connections, you can proceed to preparing the equipment for use, namely:

Fill the salt container and rinse aid dispenser;
turn on the Quick wash program to clean the inside of the equipment from various types of contaminants,
adjust the water softener level, taking into account the water hardness in the region where you live; Initially the average value is 5L, although you can change it in the range of 1-10 L.

Don't be afraid to try all the operating modes and test the basic functions, as this will help you determine which programs and settings are right for you.

If desired, you can immediately enable or disable settings such as:

sound signal about the end of work;
rinse aid dispenser indicator;
automatic selection of the program and settings that were used during the last dishwashing;
sound indication of button presses;
AirDry function;
and also adjust the water hardness indicator.

You need to know how to properly load your dishwasher. The following recommendations from experts will help with this:

The lower basket should be filled initially;
if you need to place large items, the stand below can be removed;
the upper basket is designed for cutlery, glasses, cups, glasses and plates; lower - pots, pans and other large utensils;
The dishes should be placed upside down;
It is necessary to leave a little free space between the elements of the dishes so that the stream of water can easily pass between them;
if you simultaneously want to wash dishes that break quite easily with stronger elements, then choose a more gentle mode with a lower temperature;
Small items, such as corks, lids, are best placed in a special compartment or compartment designed for forks and spoons.

To use an Electrolux dishwasher correctly, you need to remember the following important points:

large food residues should be removed from dishes before loading them into the machine;
immediately sort the dishes into heavy and light ones, while large-sized dishes should be located exclusively in the lower basket;
After finishing the dishwasher, do not immediately remove the dishes;
If the dishes are very greasy, it is recommended to use the soaking program; it will be easier for the equipment to cope with heavy contamination.

The instructions for using the Electrolux dishwasher note that the unit requires regular maintenance, then it will last longer.

Adhere to the following rules:

After each dishwashing cycle, it is necessary to wipe the gasket located around the door;
to wash the inside of the chamber, it is recommended to select the standard program once a month and run the unit without dishes;
about 2 times a month you need to unscrew the drain filter and remove accumulated food debris;
All nozzle holes should be cleaned with a needle approximately once a week.

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