dishwasher
Sign in to saveA dishwasher is a machine that is used to clean dishware, cookware, and cutlery automatically. Unlike manual dishwashing, which relies on physical scrubbing to remove soiling, the mechanical dishwasher cleans by spraying hot water, typically between , at the dishes, with lower temperatures of water used for delicate items.
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A dishwasher is a machine that automatically cleans dishes, pots, and utensils by spraying hot water at them, rather than requiring you to scrub them by hand. This matters because it saves time and effort compared to manual dishwashing, while using varying water temperatures to protect delicate items.
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- Dishwasher
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- Dishwasher with dishes.JPG
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- A dishwasher containing clean dishes
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- Appliance
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- Various
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- Globally
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21 sectionsContents
- History
- Design
- Wash chamber construction
- Size and capacity
- Layout
- Washing elements
- Features
- Process
- Energy use and water temperatures
- Drying
- Differences between dishwashers and hand washing
- Dishwasher detergent
- Glassware
- Other materials
- Environmental comparison
- Adoption
- Commercial use
- Alternative uses
- See also
- References
- External links
A dishwasher is a machine that is used to clean dishware, cookware, and cutlery automatically. Unlike manual dishwashing, which relies on physical scrubbing to remove soiling, the mechanical dishwasher cleans by spraying hot water, typically between , at the dishes, with lower temperatures of water used for delicate items.
A mix of water and dishwasher detergent is pumped to one or more rotating sprayers, cleaning the dishes with the cleaning mixture. The mixture is recirculated to save water and energy. Often there is a pre-rinse, which may or may not include detergent, and the water is then drained. This is followed by the main wash with fresh water and detergent. Once the wash is finished, the water is drained; more hot water enters the tub by means of an electromechanical solenoid valve, and the rinse cycle(s) begin. After the rinse process finishes, the water is drained again and the dishes are dried using one of several drying methods. Typically a rinse-aid, a chemical to reduce the surface tension of the water, is used to reduce water spots from hard water or other reasons.