How and where to put salt
Buying a dishwasher is half the battle. It is very important to choose the right detergent and special salt. It must be used with hard water, the addition of a substance can extend the life of the dishwasher.
Why you need dishwasher salt
Salt is considered an irreplaceable product. It is added to improve the taste of dishes, eliminate unpleasant odors in the room. It also allows you to preserve the color of the fabric for a longer time during washing, helps to remove the detergents used during washing.
It is also recommended to add salt when washing dishes in a dishwasher. It helps to reduce the effects of washing dishes with hard water. Manufacturers recommend using the product even with soft water.
There are also special filters for softening water. They are quite expensive and do not always provide the desired effect. Salt tablets and powders are specially formulated for electrolux dishwashers. The purpose of their application is to extend the service life of equipment.
Failure to use salt tablets will lead to premature wear of the PMM. Lime deposits will lead to rapid failure of the heating element.
Important! Dishwasher-specific products should not be confused with 2-in-1, 3-in-1 detergent tablets, etc. Salt is not always included in dishwasher detergents. Most often, the products are produced separately.
The main function of salt when washing dishes is to soften the water. When heated, water releases magnesium and sodium metal ions, which accumulate on the heating element. This leads to the formation of scale, which impairs the heat transfer of the heating element, as a result of which its performance deteriorates, it breaks down. In order to soften the water, an ion exchanger is installed in the washing chamber.
The ion exchanger is a special container in which a special resin is placed - a composition with chlorine ions in the composition. As the water passes through the device, calcium and magnesium impurities are retained in the resin, and the water passing through the chamber becomes softer. The addition of a special salt restores the working properties of the composition in the ion exchanger. NaCL (sodium and chlorine) helps to restore chlorine ions in the resin, which leads to the restoration of the functioning of the heat exchanger, softening the water.
Other functions:
- elimination of metal elements from plaque, scale;
- protection of dishes from lime deposits;
- improving the quality of washing.
Sodium salt is produced in the form of small colorless crystals. Manufacturers produce tablets, capsules, powders. The product may contain only normal reducing salt, the second option is a composition with rinse aid and detergent. Many products are sold in powder form. The substance should be as pure as possible, any impurities are not allowed. When water is heated, all chemical elements become a source of scale.
Important! When choosing tablets, you should pay attention to the type of surfactants in the composition. Preference should be given to products with non-ionic surfactants. They are characterized by biodegradability and less aggressiveness.
It is not recommended to add regular table salt to the dishwasher. In some cases, adding is still allowed. A prerequisite is the crystal purity of the substance, it must be boiled. Before adding a substance, you should carefully read the information on the package. Common edible salt contains 0.5% fluorides, carbonates, iodides. The degree of purity of the substance to be added to the dishwasher must be at least 99.9%.
How much do you need to fall asleep
The amount of salt, the rate of its consumption depends on the hardness of the water. The higher the indicator, the faster the substance is consumed. The parameter varies depending on the seasonality, technologies and substances used for centralized water purification.
The quantity can be found in the instructions for use of the product. The granules must be filled up to the neck of the tank, completely filling it. The substance will be consumed at each wash, after the completion of the process, the corresponding indicator on the device panel lights up. It serves as a signal for a new portion to fall asleep. The question of how much salt to put in the dishwasher indesit, electrolux can also cause difficulties. The dishwasher brand does not matter. This can be the eyelid technique, bosch, it is important to follow the instructions.
Where to fall asleep
Many do not know where to put salt in the dishwasher, for how long. Add granules or tablets to the ion exchanger compartment. It is located at the bottom of the wash cabinet. The reservoir is covered with a lid, which is sometimes marked with the Latin letter S. When loading, it is recommended to use a funnel, which will help to avoid spilling of granules.
How and when to fall asleep
It is recommended to add salt before switching on the electrolux. Adding water will help speed up the dissolution of the substance, which will help improve dishwashing. When using tablets, it should be placed in the detergent compartment, which is usually located on the inside of the door.
Video: adding salt to the dishwasher
