Small Tabletop Dishwasher

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 12:53

Tabletop dishwasher: what to consider when choosing

Each hostess seeks to facilitate monotonous and hard household work. Kitchen chores take a lot of time and effort. The dishwasher can completely eliminate the need to wash the dishes by hand. The compact mini dishwasher is not much inferior to the full-size version in this respect.

Content

• 1 Tabletop dishwasher: dimensions and possibilities

  1.1 Video: do you need a small tabletop dishwasher

• 2 What criteria should be used to choose a tabletop dishwasher

  2.1 Video: how to choose a dishwasher

• 3 Popular models of tabletop dishwashers

  • 3.1 Candy CDCP 8 / E
  • 3.2 Midea MCFD-55320W P
  • 3.3 Candy CDCF 6 / E
  • 3.4 Hotpoint-Ariston HCD662S
  • 3.5 Midea MCFD-0606
  • 3.6 Bosch SKS 40E22
  • 3.7 Flavia TD 55 Valara
  • 3.8 Korting KDF2050W
  • 3.9 Bosch SKS 62E22

• 4 How to independently connect a tabletop dishwasher

  4.1 Video: how to connect a compact dishwasher yourself

Tabletop dishwasher: dimensions and possibilities

The tabletop version of the dishwasher is compact and can be placed anywhere in the kitchen, the main thing is that water and sewage are nearby. The dimensions of the device rarely exceed:

• in width - 550 mm;
• in depth - 550 mm;
• in height - 450 mm.

The appliance can be placed not only on the countertop next to the sink, but also in the lower kitchen cabinet or in the section under the sink. A small dishwashing machine will harmoniously fit into the smallest kitchenette, where there was no place for a fully-built dishwasher.

The appliance can be placed not only on the countertop next to the sink, but also in the lower kitchen cabinet or in the section under the sink

Since such a device can handle only six sets of dishes, it is more suitable for single people or childless couples, as well as for those who are rarely at home or cook very little. But a full-fledged family of 3-4 people can also successfully use this kitchen assistant, you just have to turn it on more often.

Compact dishwasher can be placed under the sink or integrated into a headset

There are very small narrow tabletop dishwashers (500 mm deep) that can hold only four sets. There are also larger devices that can wash eight sets of dishes.

In terms of functionality, mini-dishwashers are inferior to their larger counterparts, but they always have a set of four programs necessary for full-fledged work:

1. "Normal" mode. The so-called everyday washing, easily copes with dishes of medium pollution, carried out at a temperature of + 60 … + 65 ° C.
2. Economy mode. Dishes and utensils that are not heavily soiled can be washed, saving up to 20% of electricity and water at + 50… + 55 ° C.
3. Mode "Intensive". Very dirty dishes with dried food residues are better washed in water heated to + 70 ° C.

4. Express mode. The accelerated wash has a shorter cycle of operation and is carried out at + 40 … + 45 ° C. However, only lightly soiled kitchen utensils, cups and plates are suitable for this.

   

   On sale you can find models with great functionality

Advanced vendors offer a wider range of programs:

• delicate wash at +30 ° C - for dishes made of thin glass and crystal;
• bioprogram using active biological additives;
• Soaking - overly worn, dirty and long-unwashed dishes must first be wetted to effectively remove pieces of dried food;
• rinsing;
• hot steam treatment for disinfection.

A good friend of mine has a dishwasher. The woman lives alone, therefore she did not bother and took herself a small compact assistant in the household. I must admit that she uses it constantly. He doesn't even wash cups after tea and coffee with his hands, he just makes up their machine. As soon as a sufficient amount of dirty dishes has accumulated, it immediately turns on the washing mode. As practice has shown, the usual daily regimen is most often used. All other fancy functions are rarely needed. From time to time, a friend washes all glass glasses, vases and wine glasses in the dishwasher. After washing, these fragile objects become perfectly clean and transparent; they can never be washed with hands, even using special products for glass and crystal.

Video: do you need a small tabletop dishwasher

What are the criteria for choosing a tabletop dishwasher

The choice of a small tabletop dishwasher must be approached responsibly, while taking into account a number of important characteristics:

• energy class. It is preferable to take products marked "A" or "A +", which are particularly economical;
• water consumption for one cycle of work. This figure can vary from 6 to 9 liters;
• noise indicators. Silent equipment is considered to produce less than 48 dB, increased hum starts at 64 dB;
• several wash cycles. A standard set of programs plus additional (delicate, intensive, etc.);
• delay start and timer (delayed start). The start of work can be programmed by postponing it for the desired time (from 2 to 24 hours);
• drying. Most models are equipped with condensation free drying. But some expensive dishwashers are equipped with hot air drying, in which there are no traces of water drips on the dishes;
• protection from children. The kitchen device is blocked from accidental pressing;
• number of filters for water purification. The more of them, the better the quality of washing;
• the device's ability to determine the degree of contamination of the drained water and the cleanliness of the washed dishes;
• protection against leaks (aquastop). Eliminates water overflow partially or completely;
• material from which the dish trays are made. Stainless steel is more durable than plastic or enamelled metal.

Some models of mini dishwashers are equipped with touch screens

Video: how to choose a dishwasher

Popular models of tabletop dishwashers

Let's consider several models that have earned the best customer ratings.

Candy CDCP 8 / E

An inexpensive machine designed to work with 8 sets of dishes, which will require up to 8 liters of water per cycle. During washing, the noise level is average, it can reach 51 dB. The device has 6 working programs and 5 temperature modes. Energy class A +. Condensation drying, there is a delay timer, the ability to use detergents "3 in 1" and partial protection against leaks. The working chamber is made of stainless steel. There is no automatic water hardness setting and no child lock. Average price - 14,900 rubles.

The inexpensive Candy CDCP 8 / E machine can wash up to eight place settings at a time

Midea MCFD-55320W P

The water consumption is quite large, it is 9.5 liters. The unit can quickly and safely wash 6 sets of dishes at a time. Energy consumption level A, noise less than 49 dB, 6 preset programs, simple condensation drying, delayed start. There is no auto-detection of hardness, sensors for determining the purity of water and blocking from accidental pressing. The disadvantage of this model is the complete lack of protection against leaks. Cost in the region of 14,000 rubles.

Dishwasher Midea MCFD-55320W is designed for 6 sets of dishes and has no protection against leaks

Candy CDCF 6 / E

Budgetary and economical, not too noisy dishwasher (51 dB) with A + energy class, it can handle 6 dish sets, while consuming no more than 7 liters of water. Standard set of 6 programs, including a gentle and economical wash. The device is equipped with an Aquastop leakage protection and a delayed start timer. The dishes are dried for a long time, using the natural condensation method. The disadvantage is the lack of locking against accidental pressing and inconvenient baskets for placing dishes. Estimated price - 13,000 rubles.

The dishwasher Candy CDCF 6 / E is equipped with an AquaStop anti-leakage system

Hotpoint-Ariston HCD662S

A relatively expensive model, it washes up to 6 dish sets, consumes up to 7 liters of water per cycle. The machine is quite noisy, during operation the noise sometimes reaches 53 dB. Class A power consumption. Drying is conventional condensation, timer, 6 programs (there is rinsing and pre-soaking). But there is no child lock and protection against leaks is only partial (on the case), which is fraught with a flood. The inner surface is made of stainless steel. The indicator shows the presence of detergents in the cuvettes. Average price - 24,000 rubles.

Hotpoint-Ariston HCD662S car is distinguished by increased noise and rather high price

Midea MCFD-0606

Quiet (49 dB) and economical (7 liters of water per cycle) with energy consumption level A + compact economy class dishwasher made in China. Standard 6 programs, delayed start, indicator of the presence of rinse aid and salt in special compartments, as well as a compartment for tablets. At the end of the cycle, the machine will beep, which is an undoubted advantage of this model. Condensation-type drying, does not always dry out dishes with high quality, leaves cloudy damp spots. Leakage protection only partial. The average price is about 14,500 rubles.

Midea MCFD-0606 will beep when washing is complete

Bosch SKS 40E22

At the same time, 6 sets of dishes fit inside the machine from a well-known German manufacturer, while about 7.5 liters of water are spent in one cycle. Energy class A. There are only 4 programs and 4 more temperature modes. Not the cheapest equipment (the price fluctuates around 24,000 rubles), while there are no sensors for assessing the purity of the water and automatic adjustment of its hardness, as well as a delayed start timer and blocking protection from children. It is partially protected from leaks, only on the body, and there is no possibility to use "3 in 1" tablets.

Mini dishwasher Bosch SKS 40E22 belongs to the middle price category

Flavia TD 55 Valara

Very quiet (no more than 47 dB), the device can serve up to 6 sets of tableware, uses water in the amount of 8 liters in full load mode. It works with five standard programs, has an indication of the presence of rinse aid and salt in their compartments, also provides a sound signal at the end of the cycle and partial protection of the housing tightness. The disadvantages include the lack of a timer and child lock, as well as the usual drying by condensation. Average price - 16,000 rubles.

Flavia TD 55 Valara is quieter than most other mini dishwashers

Korting KDF2050W

The machine can hold up to 6 dish sets, spending 6–6.5 liters of water on washing. Noise during operation no more than 49 dB, power consumption A +, a set of 7 programs and a delayed start. The amount of water is controlled by the automatic AquaControl system. A huge advantage of this kitchen appliance is complete protection against leaks; in a critical situation, a special AquaStop device is turned on, blocking the water supply. But there is no protection against child interference. The cost fluctuates around 18,000 rubles.

Dishwasher Korting KDF2050W fully leakproof

Bosch SKS 62E22

The compact model, belonging to the high price category (36,000 rubles), is designed for 6 dish sets. It spends about 8 liters of water per cycle, it works quietly (48 dB). The usual set of programs consists of 6 options, including delicate washing of crystal and glassware, as well as pre-soaking. Any detergent can be used. The device is equipped with a water turbidity sensor, a delayed start timer, an indicator of the presence of detergents and a safety shutdown in case of leaks (partially). However, the door from children is not blocked, and drying is conventional condensation.

The Bosch SKS 62E22 machine is distinguished not only by excellent German quality, but also by its high price.

How to connect a tabletop dishwasher yourself

It is not difficult to connect a desktop mini-dishwasher; any, even not too experienced, home craftsman can handle this work.

Any home craftsman can handle connecting a dishwasher

The technology is as follows:

1. Close the valves that cut off the general water supply to the room.

2. Insert a tee into the pipe for supplying cold water, which will direct the flow of water to the PMM and the kitchen mixer.

   

   Only cold water is supplied to the dishwasher, which is discharged from the pipe through the tee

3. The drain hose is lowered into a siphon under the sink. If the design of the siphon does not provide for this, then it should be replaced with the desired one, which will allow connecting an additional device through a branch with a check valve. Temporarily, the drain hose can simply be lowered into the sink, secured to its edge, and removed at the end of the cycle.

   

   Water can be discharged directly into the sewer

4. Power is provided by plugging into a separate grounded outlet.

   

   The mini dishwasher requires a separate earthed socket

5. All hoses are hidden behind kitchen cabinets, in any case preventing them from kinking and kinking.

   

   All hoses are neatly hidden

Video: how to connect a compact dishwasher yourself

Having made the decision to acquire a compact tabletop dishwasher, before buying, you should carefully study the design and functional features of the device, as well as the positive and negative characteristics inherent in each model.