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Saturday, June 1, 2019

Seventh Generation Ultra Power Plus Dishwasher Detergent Gel, Fresh Citrus Scent, 65 oz

Tips for cleaning and caring for dishwashers

Detergent and rinse

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Dishwashing results depend on the detergent and rinse you are using. Always use a brand-name cleaner and brand-name rinse for perfect washing and drying results. Regular cleaning agent may not properly clean dishes and cutlery. The use of separate cleaning agents (detergent, rinse aid and salt) will provide better results than the use of combination products (tablets) without salt and rinse aid. The interaction of the components of the individual means provides a smoother surface of the dishes, which contributes to the flow of water. As a rule, if you do not use a rinse, you will not be able to achieve optimal drying results.
Salt and water softener

Use dishwasher salt if the water in your area is "hard", that is, it contains a high concentration of lime, which causes the formation of scale. Before first use, test the water in your area for hardness using test strips. Refer to the water hardness table in the instruction manual to determine if you need salt and how much. Siemens dishwashers are configured to use water with a hardness of 13 ° - 16 °. Your user manual explains how to change these settings. Now set up your dishwasher's internal water softener system. Refer to the water hardness table in the operating instructions for the required settings. Follow the instructions to save your settings.

Refer to the instruction manual to set up a water softener system.

Special salts

In order for the water softener system to work properly, it is necessary to add softening salt to the dishwasher. To load the salt, unscrew the screw cap on the salt container and fill the container with water (this is only necessary when putting the dishwasher in operation for the first time). Fill the container to the top using a funnel. It is full when the water no longer goes down. Tighten the screw cap and turn on the dishwasher or run a cleaning program to make sure that excess salt is removed. Be careful not to fill the salt container with detergent, as this may damage the water softening system.

Refer to the operating instructions for how to load salt.

Rinse

To ensure that the devices do not remain stains, and the glasses were transparent, add a rinse. Open the container by pressing on the lid, then lift the lid. Carefully fill the rinse aid to the maximum level. Then close the lid until it clicks. Over-rinsed rinse should be collected with a cloth so that the next time you wash the dishes do not form too much foam. The amount of rinse aid is adjusted by setting values from 0 to 6. The factory was set to 5. Change the amount of rinse aid only if there are bands on the dishes (set a lower value) or water stains (set a larger value). Adjust following the instructions for use.

Refer to the instruction manual to adjust the level of rinse aid.

Detergent loading

Dishwashing dishes in the dishwasher can use tablets, powders or liquid detergents for the dishwasher, but in no case is it possible to do the dishwashing by hand. Always adjust the dosage of detergent depending on the degree of contamination of the dish. The detergent dosage scale on the container will help you load the right amount of detergent into the machine. Combination tablets, such as "3-in-1", "4-in-1" or "5-in-1" contain detergent, as well as rinse aid, salt substitutes and additional components, such as glass protection or cleaner for stainless become. These combined detergents usually give results only if the degree of water hardness in your area is below 21 ° dH. If the water hardness exceeds 21 ° dH, additional salt and rinse must be added.
Run the first cycle at high temperature

If you followed the instructions, you can now start the first cycle of the dishwasher at a high temperature without dishes. When the cycle ends, your dishwasher will be ready for its first boot.
How to ensure that the dishwasher does not leave pollution

Sometimes problems are easy to solve with some preventative measures. You can also get great results every time, avoiding common mistakes that reduce the quality of your dishwashers. Read tips on how to prevent insufficient washing of dishes and avoid white lime stains on dishes and cutlery, as well as clouding on transparent dishes.
Causes of white lime spots on dishes and cutlery

A. The lid of the detergent container is blocked or not fully open. When you open the lid of the container with detergent, the tablet falls into a special tray of the upper basket and dissolves there. In order for this to occur without problems, no objects should overlap the lid of the detergent container. Place the tablet vertically, not horizontally, to ensure high-quality dishwashing. Place the dishes in accordance with the instructions in the instruction manual.

B. The tablet does not dissolve during the operation of the machine with a short program. Use scouring powder, not pills for short programs. "

See tips on placing dishes in the dishwasher.

Lime stains on dishes or appliance

Make sure that the water hardness setting is correct (and the water hardness does not exceed 50 °). Check the dishwasher softener settings. Please check the salt level and if the salt container lid is properly closed.
After washing, there is dirt on the dishes

A. If dirt has accumulated on the spray arm and / or is clogged, your dishwasher will not be able to completely wash the dishes. Please clean the spray arm.

B. Sometimes after washing, there are leftovers on the dishes. A possible reason may be that the dishes have been pre-cleaned, so the sensor system installs a gentle program. Thus, strong contamination is not removed. Do not rinse dishes, remove only large leftover food and, if available, choose the Eco50 program or an intensive program.
Food remains on the plates after washing

A. The spray beam cannot rotate freely, as they are blocked by the dishes. Please follow the instructions for placing dishes in the dishwasher.

B. The dishes are too tight in the basket, so not all dishes are cleaned during the washing process. There are too many dishes in the dishwasher. This will prevent the dishwasher from properly cleaning dirt from dishes. Please follow the instructions for placing dishes in the dishwasher.

C. High narrow vessels (vases) located in the corner area are not laundered properly. Do not place narrow vessels at high angles or angles. Follow the instructions for placing dishes.
Prevent stains on glasses

Rinse the glasses before putting them in the dishwasher.

Use glasses that can be washed in the dishwasher.
Use glasses from quality materials.
Use a dishwasher-safe glass protection program.

Good to know: a little vinegar or citric acid dissolved in hot water will make it easy to clean cloudy glasses.

Tips: If droplets of water remain on the glasses after washing, check the level of the rinse aid and make sure that the dishes are placed so that the water can drain. Improper dosage of detergent and poorly placed dishes can cause stripes and stains to remain on thin glasses. Too much rinse can also lead to stains on the glasses. Adjust the rinse amount per wash cycle according to the instruction manual.
Rust on cutlery

A. Cutlery can become rusty if they are not resistant to corrosion. Blades of knives are often most susceptible to corrosion. Use stainless steel cutlery and do not wash rusty items in the dishwasher.

B. Cutlery can become rusty when washed with other rusty objects. Replace damaged cutlery baskets that can be ordered from the online store using the component search system.

C. High salt content in rinse water can be corrosive. The salt container may not be tightly closed or the salt may have spilled during loading. When loading salt, make sure that it does not remain at the bottom of the container.
Cutlery: water drops or stains on cutlery

Cutlery misplaced. Droplet formation may be caused by too close cutlery. Avoid the formation of droplets by placing the cutlery at a distance from each other. Follow the instructions for placing dishes from the instruction manual.

More information about placing dishes in baskets
Refer to the instruction manual

We ensure that the dishes were dry

How to ensure that the dishes were dry? Many factors impede thorough drying. This may be a type of dish (eg plastic), an insufficient amount of rinse aid, a choice of dishwashing program that does not include a drying function, the use of 3-in-1 tablets, an incorrect method of removing dishes from a dishwasher, and even premature opening. Dishwasher doors or door opening until the end of the program. Some items are not as dry as they should be? Add rinse to the required level and make sure that all items are placed in such a way that water can flow freely from them. If plastic dishes are not dry enough, use the “extra dry” function if it is available in your model.
How to make plastic dishes dry?

Plastic dishes dry more slowly because they have a low thermal conductivity and water-repellent ability. Rinse level and program selection will help resolve this issue. If there is no rinse aid in the container or it is not enough, the results of drying for plastic dishes will be worse than for porcelain or glass. Choosing the right program is also important for the complete drying of plastic utensils. Select the "Intensive Drying" option. Also try not to remove plastic items from the dishwasher too soon. Wait until the program is completed to the end to allow the dishes to dry properly.
The use of rinse is necessary for complete drying of the dishes.

Please use a rinse to ensure good drying results. If the LED indicates a low rinse level, please add a rinse. The rinse aid function can be disabled or the dosage set to an insufficient level. In this case, please enable the rinse aid function or increase the dosage. Check the amount of rinse aid in the container and the dosage set. The conditioner promotes a good drying result. Quality differences between professional rinses and substitutes, such as vinegar or eco-rinse, lead to different drying results.
Dishwasher condensate

Due to condensation in the washing chamber of the dishwasher drops may form. This can be especially noticeable on the left wall of the washing chamber. This does not indicate a malfunction of the device; Water droplets are formed due to the principles of condensation drying. Moisture from the air condenses on the inner walls, drains and is pumped out. However, water may remain in the form of drops on cutlery or dishes for other reasons. For example, water accumulates in the recesses in the cups or dishes are not placed properly.
The program "Without drying" will not dry the dishes

If a program is selected or the "without drying" function is enabled, there is practically no drying. For more effective drying, choose a program that includes drying, for example, "Intensive", "Strong" or "ECO". Please note that some other features, such as VarioSpeed, also reduce drying efficiency.
The use of 3-in-1 tablets reduces the effectiveness of drying the dishwasher.

The use of a combined detergent (for example, 3-in-1) often leads to unsatisfactory drying results. Use other combination tablets that allow the dishes to dry better. Additional use of rinse aid will also increase drying efficiency. "
How to unload the dishwasher

To avoid water droplets on dry dishes, remove the dishes first from the bottom basket and then from the top.

Additional Tips for Dish Washing

Cleaning and maintaining the dishwasher helps to achieve brilliant dish washing results. Regular care and maintenance will improve dish washing results and extend the life of your Siemens dishwasher. Find helpful tips on dishwasher maintenance and cleaning of filters and spray arms in the Frequently Asked Questions about dishwashers.

Use the online dishwasher service to get the help you need: read the frequently asked questions. Use the Siemens online service assistant to get information on instrument malfunction. (You will need your device model number (E-Nr).) Go to the “Error Codes on Display” section for information on error codes. Learn how to properly care for your Siemens dishwasher with the help of instructional videos.

For best results, remove the dishes correctly.
How to place the dishes in the dishwasher .

The special adaptive elements in the Siemens dishwasher will help you to carry out a full load with the optimal distance between the dishes and the spray arm. Learn how to properly place the dishes in the dishwasher.

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Dawn Ultra Pure Essentials Dishwashing Liquid, Lemon Essence, 16.2 Fluid Ounce (Packaging May Vary)

Dishwashing Detergent

Chemistry for the kitchen

WASH
Professional hand dishwashing detergent

Professional tool with high detergency. Suitable for hand washing dishes, glass, cutlery, pots, all kinds of kitchen tools.

Properties and Benefits

Moderate surfactant content effectively removes complex dirt and grease from any type of glassware.
Detergent is eco-friendly, safe for health does not contain phosphates, chlorine, caustic acids and other harmful substances.
Neutral pH, safe cosmetic dye ensure respect for the skin of hands
The tool is convenient to use, gives a good resistant foam, it is easily washed off.
Economical consumption - used by soaking, 30–50 ml of the product is capable of washing large amounts of dirty dishes
Nice lemon scent

Scope of application

Recommended for daily soaking.

Terms of use

Prepare a solution, taking into account the hardness of the water. Soak the dishes in it. If the dishes are very dirty, leave them in the solution for a while. For best results, wipe with a sponge. After that, rinse the dishes under running water. Concentration: 0.3% -0.5%.

The recommended dose for 10 liters of solution:

30 ml for soft water (0-15 ° F)
40 ml for medium hard water (15-25 ° F)
50 ml for hard water (> 25 ° F)

Product Features

PH value: 7 ± 0.5
Packaging: 1000 ml (bottle), 5 kg (canister)

SUPER PLUS
Chemistry for dishwashers

Concentrated high alkaline low foam detergent for all types of automatic dishwashers working in regions with soft and medium hard water. Can be used by manual and automatic dosing.

Properties and Benefits

It has a strong detergent action at low dosages.
Perfectly removes fatty, starchy and protein contamination.
It has no destructive effect on the surfaces of rubber and plastic
Carefully applies to all types of dishes and glass
The composition does not include phosphates and surfactants, has no sharp smell
Prevents the formation of calcium deposits on the heating elements and the tank due to the chelating agents that make up the detergent

Scope of application

The chemistry for SUPERPLUS dishwashers can be used at catering establishments, in sanatorium, resort, children's, preschool, school, etc. institutions.

Terms of use

It is recommended to apply the product to the dishwasher using the integrated metering device. A rinse should also be supplied with the detergent, also automatically. The temperature regime of washing and rinsing is adjusted in accordance with the technological documentation on the machine.

Product Features

Concentration of working solution: 0.1% - 0.6% - depending on water hardness
PH value of concentrate: 12
Packing: 6 kg (canister), 24 kg (canister)

ACID RINSE
Rinser for professional dishwashers

Besfosfatny acidic rinse, designed for use in professional dishwashers and combi ovens.

Properties and Benefits

The moderate content of surfactants and organic acid, allow the agent to effectively act on the surface, giving the dishes and glass a shine, preventing the appearance of stains and streaks
The rinse remover effectively removes residual detergent, promotes rapid drying, completely neutralizes the alkaline environment
Can be used for washing in water of any hardness (even> 20 ° F)
Means does not contain abrasive substances and phosphates, does not form foam
Suitable for washing all types of dishes and glass, as well as for effective rinsing of professional kitchen equipment (combi ovens, grills, ovens)

Scope of application

It is used for daily washing dishes, as well as for rinsing professional equipment after complete cleaning with alkaline products.

Terms of use

Used with professional dishwashers and other kitchen equipment. It is added to water during rinsing in the car, moves with the professional dosing device. For best results, it is recommended to be used together with UNIVERSAL , SUPER PLUS , SF210 detergents .

Product Features

Concentration: 0.1-0.8 g / l
PH value: 1.6 ± 0.5
Packaging: 5kg (canister), 20kg (canister)

UNIVERSAL
Dishwasher Cleaner

High alkaline low foam detergent for dishwashers. Can be used to work in hard water. It is dosed automatically and manually.

Properties and Benefits

Detergent does not contain phosphates and surfactants, has a characteristic odor
It has a strong detergent action at low dosages.
Perfectly removes all types of dirt.
Does not destroy or damage sealing rubber and plastic products.
Does not burn, carefully treats the main types of ware and glass
The composition includes active substances that allow the binding of water hardness salts in soluble complexes.
Prevents the formation of calcium deposits on the fuel tank and tank

Scope of application

It is recommended for washing dishes in catering, educational institutions, health centers, etc.

Terms of use

Means is supplied using a dosing device or manually. It is recommended to use with a conditioner . Modes of washing and rinsing are set in accordance with the equipment manual. Suitable for all types of professional dishwashers. The concentration of the working solution:

0.10-0.15% for soft water (0-15 ° F)
0.15-0.20% for medium hard water (15-40 ° F)
0.20-0.40% for hard water (> 40 ° F)

Product Features

Concentration of working solution: 0.1% - 0.4% - depending on water hardness
PH value of concentrate: 13
Packing: 6 kg (canister), 24 kg (canister)

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Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Automatic Dish Pacs, Lemon Verbena Dishwasher Pods, 20 pods (Pack of 3)

Detergent for BLANK dishwashers

Detergent for BLANK dishwashers is characterized by low foam as well as high concentration. It is thanks to this that the detergent easily softens and removes all food debris from the dishes.
Detergent is intended for professional dishwashers and for plastic, glass, as well as china and tableware, which are made of stainless steel. It is worth paying attention to the fact that washing dishes in the composition, which includes light alloys of metals, as well as aluminum, is not recommended.
The advantages of this detergent:

It is suitable for both professional dishwashers and household.
Quickly and effectively copes with oily, greasy contaminants, and also easily removes protein and carbohydrate contaminants.
This detergent for dishwashers can be used in water of any hardness.
Ensures that no deposits appear on the dishes during washing in the car.
Quickly removes and softens leftover food on dishes.

Method of use:
Before using this detergent is recommended to read the instructions for the dishwasher. If such information is not available, it is necessary to use 1-3 ml per 1 liter of water. It is this concentration that is most suitable.
Recommendations for the use of this product:
The manufacturer recommends the use of detergent for dishwashers Blank exclusively with the rinse from this company. It is strictly forbidden to mix with other means for cleaning dishes.
You also need to remember that before you run the dishwasher, the entire system must be well washed to get rid of residues of other substances.
BLANK detergent can be used:

At the enterprises that are engaged in the production of food products.
In places of public catering.
In school and preschool institutions.
In medical and treatment-and-prophylactic places.
In office buildings.
Shopping and business centers.
In the hotel and restaurant complexes.
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Finish - Quantum - 36ct - Dishwasher Detergent - Powerball - Ultimate Clean & Shine - Dishwashing Tablets - Dish Tabs

Best cheap dishwasher detergent products

Daily work in the kitchen will become much easier with the appearance of such a unit in the house as a dishwasher. However, the quality of washing dishes will depend not only on its technical characteristics and multifunctionality. Effective detergents in this matter play a significant role. What kind of cleaning compositions are better to choose so that they not only wash the dishes perfectly, but also be cheaper than their counterparts?

What detergent compositions can be found on sale

The basic set for more efficient operation of the dishwasher is as follows:

Detergent in the form of a gel or powder.
A conditioner that will eliminate the likelihood of stains on glassware.
Special salt, which is suitable not for all models of dishwashing equipment. This moment must be indicated by the manufacturer in the instructions for the device.

You can buy all these products separately, but special capsules containing all of the listed components will be much cheaper.

When choosing a quality cleansing composition, you should make sure that it contains substances that can protect glassware from turbidity, as well as the dishwasher itself from various contaminants.

What components should be part of effective detergents?

Modern detergent compositions may include the following substances:

Amplifiers that will effectively wash the dishes even in cold water.
Components that can quickly remove even ingrained traces of tea.
Antimicrobial additives.
All sorts of flavors that are particularly relevant for table-type dishwashers.

To detergent cost cheaper, it is better to stop your choice on the standard options. Moreover, all sorts of synthetic additives (especially if it is not a very conscientious manufacturer) can cause allergic reactions. To prevent this from happening, ideally, you should purchase special environmental pills consisting of plant extracts and natural minerals.

Choose a detergent composition depending on the base

Modern washing-up compositions for a dishwasher differ in their essence:

Chlorine compounds that are suitable for Ariston units. Such compositions ideally cope even with the strongest contaminants, inveterate bloom, stains from coffee, tea or red wine. The chlorine in their composition can eliminate germs and bleach the dishes.
Enzymes recommended for washing in Bosch machines. Such agents have a sparing effect, penetrating into protein structures with their further destruction. Such enzymes can effectively act even at low temperature conditions (not more than 50 degrees). But hot water, by contrast, reduces their effectiveness. Such compositions include, for example, Ecover tablets.

Thinking about what means will cope better with the cleaning of fragile dishes, it is better to immediately abandon the products described above.

Detergent compositions - effective and affordable!

Among the owners of dishwashers the following detergents are in particular demand:

Filtero is an economical tablet to use. Just one capsule is enough for the dishwasher to perform a full cycle of cleaning and rinsing. The composition of such a tool includes substances that neutralize the smell, substances for the shine of metal devices and special components that can gently clean glassware. Packaging consists of 90 capsules, and its price is 945 rubles.
Frosch is a unique soda-based pill that can easily handle even dried contaminants. Moreover, such a tool eliminates limescale, protects glassware from clouding. Effective exposure to such capsules can occur even in warm water. The composition of the tablets includes only environmentally friendly natural ingredients. The cost of one package consisting of 30 capsules is 625 rubles.

Not always better means more expensive. Many manufacturers create effective and high-quality cleaners for the dishwasher, the price of which is much cheaper than that of similar products from world famous brands. Therefore, it is not at all necessary to overpay for many additional, but unnecessary additives.

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OxiClean Triple Action Dishwashing Booster, 18.4 oz.

Dishwasher at home: myths and reality

I spent most of my life without a dishwasher, but in 2015 we still decided to purchase it, and now, after 2 years of active use, I want to share my experience with you. I counted the cost of washing dishes in the car and manually, as well as the cost of one cycle when using different tools, and also dismantled some popular misconceptions. All the details further, I hope this information will be useful to you.
Firstly, is it worth buying a dishwasher at all?

So, as I wrote earlier, I lived for a long time without a dishwasher, and the main argument against buying it was the belief that the car would be idle most of the time. But the years went by, I had a child, then a second, and then a third. ... Then I realized how much the routine daily washing of dishes is depressing! Of course, my example is not the most indicative, because not all of my readers have such a big family. The second point that stopped me was environmental (more water consumption than manual washing). However, over the years, the energy efficiency of dishwashers has increased significantly. Now when washing dishes manually consumes more water than when washing in the car. I compared the water consumption a month before and after the purchase of the dishwasher. As a result, over the past couple of years, our average monthly consumption is 0.5-1 cubic meters less.
Who needs to buy a dishwasher?

I think that for home use there is a need for a dishwasher for large families and large families, in which all relatives - grandmothers / grandfathers, aunts / uncles, moms / dads, children, grandchildren eat at the common table. In small families, dishwashers do often stand idle, as it is easier to wash the dishes by hand immediately, than to accumulate the required amount. A good option for such families is small dishwashers.

If you have any ideas about who else would use the dishwasher, write in the comments!
dishwasher faithful assistant hostess
Which dishwasher to choose?

I will not give advice on choosing a brand, since there are a lot of offers on the market, it all depends on your personal preferences, desires and financial possibilities. When I chose my dishwasher, I mostly relied on reviews on the Internet. As a result, he stopped at an inexpensive but sufficiently well-known brand. In general, I am satisfied with my choice. A much more important parameter in choosing a dishwasher, in my opinion, is its size, so I want to elaborate on this point in more detail.
How to choose the optimal size of the dishwasher?

We use a dishwasher designed for 10 sets of dishes. This is an average size. Usually we run it once a day, and there go both pots and pans. There are 6 people in my family: two adults and four children. If we had the opportunity to install a machine that is larger in size and size, we would choose 12 or 14 sets to fit all the dishes that had accumulated in a day. Based on my experience, I want to give advice: choose a dishwasher by the number of sets of dishes. How to calculate how much you need? Multiply the number of family members by 2. A family of 3 people, for example, will have enough cars for 6 sets, and a family of 7 people will need a bigger car - at least 14-16.

Dishwasher
Dishwasher: how everything works

Dirty dishes laid in the tank of the car. Add detergent - pill or powder. Once a month or less, regenerating salt and rinse aid are added.
The tank is filled with water, which is softened by passing through a special container. The unit heats the water itself. For this purpose, electric heaters are provided in its design.
Detergent is fed into the heated water from a special tank.
Through the circulation pump, water is sprayed under pressure through special nozzles from below and above the tank. A rotating jet of water cleans the dirt from the dishes. All waste is deposited on the bottom of the chamber chamber. Water temperature varies from 30 to 90 degrees.
Water is drained from the tank through the filter, after which it goes back to the sprinklers. The water cycle occurs until the completion of the program, from 1 to 3 times.
The drainage pump pumps water into the sewer.
Clean water enters the machine and rinsing dishes.
After draining the water from the machine, the dishes are dried.

dishwasher circuit
Dishwasher myths
Myth number 1: The machine is washing the dishes badly

Reality:

Yes, this happens, but it is either due to the fact that it is incorrectly set up, or because the regenerating salt or rinse aid has not been added. Also, the causes of poor-quality washing can be too hard water or filter pollution.
Myth number 2: the car washes for a long time

Reality:

In fact, the machine can work for at least half an hour, at least two hours. But she does it without our participation! All that is required of us is to load the dishes into the machine, pour in the powder and press a button. It takes only 3-5 minutes, and even hands do not need to wet! In addition, all dishwashers have so-called “short programs” (“express wash”, “quick wash”), as a rule, their duration does not exceed 30 minutes. However, such programs are only suitable for washing non-heavily soiled dishes, for example, for rinsing glasses, dessert plates and tea cups.
Myth number 3 Dishwasher - this is overkill.

Reality:

Now, in the 21st century, we live surrounded by a variety of electronic assistants. I have no servants in my family, we live separately from relatives, so there is no one to help my wife with household chores. So a dishwasher is her “electronic servant”, along with a vacuum cleaner and a washing machine.

As for the cost of a dishwasher compared to washing by hand, consider a simple example - a plate with the calculation of the cost of washing dishes:

From the above calculations it follows that washing in the dishwasher is more expensive. But we can not say that the difference in 4.8 p. - This is an overly expensive solution. The calculations I take from the experience of my family, in which 6 people, while we all mostly eat at home. We run our dishwasher once a day, we have enough. It seems that the usual liquid dishwashing detergent is consumed more slowly than powder or tablets, but this is an illusion, because we wash the same amount of dishes both in and out of the car, just in the tank of the machine the dishes accumulate longer than in the sink.
at my house, children help collect and disassemble the dishwasher
at my house, children help collect and disassemble the dishwasher
What means for the dishwasher to choose?

I strongly recommend the use of regenerating salt, as without it the quality of washing is significantly reduced. There are 2 options in my store: Sonett (Germany) and Bioretto (Russia) regenerating salt . Also, if there is bloom on the glasses and dishes, I recommend using Sonett rinser based on castor oil. In addition, for this purpose you can use bleach (sodium percarbonate) , which is also presented in 2 brands: Sonett and Pure Water .
Powder or tablets?

I myself use pills, it is more convenient for us. But from a rational point of view there is no particular difference. Tablets are inconvenient only in the case when the powder needs to be mixed with bleach. Therefore, the tool must be chosen for reasons of ease of use, as well as on the basis of their financial capabilities, since tablets are usually more expensive than powder. In my store you can find both powder and tablets of different brands ( Sonett , Bioretto, Fresh bubble ).

My recommendations for using a dishwasher:

From time to time, be sure to clean the mechanical filter at the bottom of the tank; it is cheaper than repairing the machine completely in a year.
If the water in your plumbing is hard, it is better to use a washing booster (for water softening) and bleach (for better washing) with Sonett powder in proportions 1: 1: 2.
Heavily soiled pots and pans are poorly washed in the dishwasher, so it is better not to load them with the rest of the dishes, otherwise it will wash worse. It is better to wash the strong contamination manually, so as not to have to wash everything.
It is not necessary to block the sprayers of water below and above, the washing efficiency will decrease.
From time to time, start the dishwasher in maintenance mode with the addition of a scale and lime remover (for example, Sonett decalcifier ).

Do you have experience using a dishwasher? Write in the comments!

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Cascade Complete Detergent, Fresh, 125 Fluid Ounce

Dishwasher detergents: quick overview

In modern kitchens today you can find a dishwasher (PMM).

Dishwasher becomes an indispensable assistant in the kitchen.

Invariably the question arises, what detergents to choose for the dishwasher, so that the dishes were clean and not harmful to health?
Cleaners are different.

For example, to clean dishes from the remnants of food and dirt, detergents are used in the form of powders, multilayer tablets, liquid gels.

The rinsing process uses components that are disinfected, give shine and clean the dishes.

In the case when the water is too hard, a regenerating salt is also required, which softens the water and prevents the formation of scale.

In addition to washing dishes, it is periodically required to wash the very PMM.

For this purpose, a dishwasher cleaner is used:

1) Degreaser to remove greasy dirt from the dishwasher (Electrolux, Finish, Claro, Whirlpool)

2) Anti-scale to prevent the formation of scale. (Antinakipin, Heitmann)

3) Deodorant or freshener to get rid of unpleasant odors in the PMM. (Fresh, Claro, Indesit, Calgonit)

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Dishwasher detergents: there is a choice!

According to the content of the alkali component in detergents, the latter are divided into high alkaline and low alkaline.

The first group, as a rule, includes the elements chlorine, phosphates, silicon and carbon compounds.

The second group - does not contain oxidizing components.

Instead, there are substances such as enzymes - special biological additives that contribute to the decomposition of protein and fatty compounds.

Attention! In Europe, a ban on the use of phosphates in the home.

Harm of phosphates is caused by their negative impact on human health and the environment.

Alas, there is no prohibition in Russia, the shelves are overflowing with home-use chemicals containing harmful substances.

Choosing chemicals for your PMM, carefully study the packaging.

Detergents are available in the form of powders, gels or tablets.

The mark "2 in 1", "3 in 1" on the package means that the universal remedy, besides washing, performs some other functions.

Often, detergents of the same manufacturers are powders, tablets or gel.

One of the most popular detergents is the Calgonet brand from Reckitt Benckiser (Finish Quantum, Max-in-One and others).

Tests with Finish Quantum proved its high efficiency, including in relation to dried old food debris.

It received the maximum number of consumer votes. Finish Quantum consists of microspheres, bleaching particles to remove impurities and rinse aid.

The main disadvantage of Finish is the unpleasant smell of chemistry from the pack.

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In the same row with Finish Quantum is Cascade Complete (all in 1).

It does not contain phosphates, copes with dirty dishes, does not have a sharp unpleasant smell.

Consumers gave him a high score for the degree of effectiveness of the effects on grease and dirt.

The Russian Consumer Testing Institute (RIPI) conducted tests among four detergents in order to identify the best products for dishwashers.

The results are as follows. Fresh Time took a leading position in a number of indicators.

It works efficiently, and the price is acceptable even for a modest budget.

Among other cleansing and cleaning products, consumers identify:

1) FORSAGE (Aqualone). These are complex tablets in a soluble shell that contain all the necessary components for washing dishes.

Remove any pollution, perform the function of "anti-scale", prevent glass corrosion.

However, negative reviews about this tool, about its low effectiveness, have been repeatedly encountered. 2) ARO (Austria) and YES Powerdrops (Fairy) - earned good user feedback.

You can use liquid detergent for dishwashers:

1) Mega-M - concentrated alkaline agent. Effectively washes pollution, well rinsed, affordable.

2) EcoVer (Belgium) - strong alkaline detergent for professional use.

All components of plant origin. Does not contain components of chlorine and inorganic acids.

3) Ekos (Italy) - contains non-ionic surfactants and amphoteric surfactants, enzymes.

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Choosing a safe dishwasher cleaner

Increasingly, consumers are thinking about how to choose a safe tool for dishwashers.

These brands are Claro (Austria), Somat (Germany), Bio Klin, Mrs Meyer's, Sodasun (hypoallergenic, has an Ecocert and EcoGarantie organic certificate).

In their composition there are no components of chlorine and phosphates.

Cleaning of dishes is carried out by active oxygen and natural components that dissolve any dirt.

Ecologically safe Klar dishwasher contains enzymes, or biocatalysts - protein molecules that speed up the cleaning process.

Dermatologically tested and recommended by the Allergy and Asthma Association of Germany (DAAB).

Amway Dish Drops (does not contain sodium salts, phosphates). Fat and dirt are removed with the participation of active oxygen and enzymes.

Does not form stains and drips on the dishes.

The Japanese company STCorporation , which aims to produce organic products, offers Fresh Up gels and powders for PMM.

They eliminate the unpleasant smell inside the PMM and have an antibacterial effect.

Environmental tablets Gruen-Green for PMM prevent stains and drips on the dishes, made from vegetable raw materials.

Hypoallergenic and 100% biodegradable. Some housewives are advised to use such a simple and safe dishwasher cleaner as baking soda or its mixture with brown and lemon juice.

This tool is very eco-friendly and is available for any budget.

After adding borax, salt and lemon juice to soda, you can make the tablets yourself and use them when washing dishes.

The market for dishwasher detergents is very wide.

Choose the one that best suits your dishwasher, and don't forget about the safety of yourself and your loved ones.

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Plink 9010 Garbage Disposer Cleaner and Deodorizer, Lemon, Set of 10

The best dishwasher detergent products

Dishwasher does not belong to the essentials in the kitchen, but recently it is gaining increasing popularity. Now every hostess is dreaming of her purchase. This is not surprising, because the modern unit greatly facilitates household chores.

Dishwashers are designed to take care of dishes from any materials (even porcelain), as well as save time and effort. They immediately wash a large amount of dirty dishes (depending on capacity). But in order for the equipment to always be in working condition, and the result pleased, it needs special care. We ranked the most effective dishwasher products from the most trusted manufacturers.
Best Dishwasher Tablets

Tablets - the most common form among the means for dishwashers. They are very convenient to use, as they combine several functions at once - cleaning the dirt from the surface of the dish, softening the water, caring for the machine. The tablets include salt, rinse and conditioner.

4 Lotta All in 1

Soluble shell, no strong smell
Country: Germany
Average price: 659 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6

Not the most common, but very high-quality tablets for washing dishes in the machines. In addition to the main components, they contain enzymes and oxygen-containing bleach, which ensures thorough and careful cleansing. The tool copes with strong dirt, grease, even in cold water, leaving no whitish stains on the surface of the dish. Tablets can be used for different glass and stainless steel dishes.

In this tool, users like soluble shell - it does not need to be removed before putting the tablets into the dishwasher. In reviews, there is often information that half a tablet is enough for a cycle, so even a small package lasts a very long time. All pollution is completely eliminated, there is no strong smell on the dishes, only a light and unobtrusive lemon scent.

Advantages:

soluble shell;
possibility of washing in cold water;
anti-scale protection of dishwasher elements;
careful cleaning and removal of strong pollution;
mirror gloss of ware;
economical consumption.

Disadvantages:

the whole tablet is too much, and dividing them in half is not very convenient.

Clean & Fresh All in 1

The best cleaning of any dishes
Country: Germany
Average price: 560 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.6

Means of the German company Clean & Fresh is a tablet with a special formula that allows them to be used for washing any dishes: glass, silver, stainless steel, porcelain. The capsules themselves consist of several layers, each of which performs its own task. Green gives aroma and protects glass products from damage, white prevents scale and plaque on the machine itself, and blue reliably launders dishes. Enzymes that are included in the composition give shine and brilliance. Customer reviews indicate excellent results after application. Means copes with the strongest pollution, including grease. An important difference of Clean & Fresh is versatility. Tablets not only gently and at the same time effectively clean the dishes, but also take care of the equipment.

Advantages:

suitable for any dishes;
individual packing;
rapid dissolution;
good feedback;
unobtrusive lemon scent;
works in stages;
rinses, clears, protects from a scum.

Disadvantages:

not found.

BioMio Bio-total

The best composition, safety
Country: Denmark
Average price: 520 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.7

The following tool is an example of excellent quality and absolute safety. Does not contain substances harmful to the body, softens water, relieves of strong pollution and unpleasant smell. Judging by the reviews, after applying BioMio dishes have a beautiful shine. Eucalyptus oil gives a pleasant light aroma. One tablet is enough for a large amount of dirty dishes, some buyers even divide them into several parts. This makes the tool very economical. Each capsule is protected by biodegradable packaging, which is very convenient to use. Suitable for washing dishes made of stainless steel or glass, designed for low temperatures.

Advantages:

convenient to use;
eco-friendly;
safe;
excellent result;
universality;
pleasant eucalyptus smell;
softening, rinsing;
reliable dishwasher protection.

Disadvantages:

not found.

Finish All in 1

The most popular tool
Country: Germany (produced in Poland)
Average price: 890 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

The most popular among buyers means in the form of tablets is Finish. It is designed not only to wash dishes, but also to soften water, protection from scale. An important advantage is to give shine to clean dishes. Contains salt, rinse aid and a special anti-limescale ingredient. Consumer reviews say about the excellent result after using the "Finish", as well as the lack of chemical smell on the dishes. Due to the improved composition, these pills do not leave streaks, which is an added bonus. The tablet consists of three layers - each of them dissolves gradually and at the right time. The tool can be used for different materials - glass, stainless steel.

Advantages:

universal remedy;
good feedback;
no sharp odor;
clean dishes without stains;
give shine;
dissolve quickly even with short cycles;
soften water;
protect from scale and scale.

Disadvantages:

overpriced.

The best gel products for dishwashers

The gel is intended only for cleaning dishes and has no effect on the machine itself. Reliably removes even heavy dirt. Does not contain hard destructive substances (abrasives), and also softens water. Some gels, like tablets, prevent the formation of scale.
3 Clean Home

Best hypoallergenic gel
Country: Russia
Average price: 239 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.7

Gel for dishwashers Clean Home from the Russian manufacturer may well compete in quality with more expensive and popular products. Due to the absence of chlorine and fragrances, it has hypoallergenic properties, does not leave any smell on the dishes. It not only copes with any pollution, but also provides a full care of the machine - by softening the water prevents the formation of scale. It is not necessary to use any additional funds.

The gel washes well the dishes even in cold water, is spent economically. Despite the fact that the brand Clean Home is still not widespread, many users already leave positive feedback about it.

Advantages:

no need to use additional funds;
high-quality cleaning of dishes even in cold water;
hypoallergenic composition, the absence of fragrances;
low cost and economical consumption.

Deficiencies in detergent could not be found.

Five plus Five Plus

Inexpensive, but high-quality tool
Country: Russia
Average price: 395 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

Concentrated gel with antibacterial additives from the Russian manufacturer. Unlike most other gels, it does not require the use of additional agents; it has a complex effect: it launders dishes, softens water, and prevents the formation of scale on the elements of a dishwasher. The gel is suitable for use even in cold water. Effectively eliminates pollution, unpleasant odors, does not leave whitish stains. Special components that make up the glass and stainless steel glassware mirror gloss.

In the reviews, some users write that this tool they like more pills. Due to its liquid consistency, it is more convenient to dose according to the amount of dishes and the degree of contamination. The gel is quite economical, as functional as tablets.

Advantages:

no need to use additional funds;
suitable for washing with cold water;
leaves no streaks and gives the tableware a mirror shine;
convenient to dose.

Disadvantages:

Some users complain that the gel does not cope with particularly complex contaminants (for example, persistent tea bloom).

Top House All at 1

The most economical expense
Country: Germany
Average price: 680 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

Top House All in 1 is deservedly becoming the best in the category of gel products for dishwashers. It is a tube of 720 ml, which lasts a long time. For use, you need to pour a small amount of funds into a special compartment. It instantly cleans and saves dishes from unpleasant odors. The German manufacturer manufactures this gel, taking into account the features of modern dishwashers and customer requirements. Complete disposal of dirt from Top House is possible even with a short cycle. The special formula prevents scale formation and also helps to reduce water consumption. Unlike most gels, this product has the function of salt, which softens the water. Another important advantage is the possibility of using at low temperatures.

Advantages:

acts as a rinse;
softens water;
anti-scale protection;
economical consumption;
effectively copes with any pollution;
special soft formula;
instant action.

Disadvantages:

high price.

The best dishwasher powder

Powder is the most economical and inexpensive dishwasher detergent that perfectly copes with its basic functions. But it does not soften the water, does not care for the equipment from the inside and does not rinse it, therefore it is desirable to combine most of the powders with other means.
3 Bravix

One of the most effective powders
Country: Germany
Average price: 589 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.7

Many users believe that this inexpensive powder washes dishes even better than “Finish”. Its main advantages are economical consumption, no smell. On the dishes there are no stains, leaks, all the dirt is completely washed off. Due to the content of oxygen-containing bleach, white dishes are clarified, looks like new. The product is concentrated, so the consumption is very small. Some users claim that the two-kilogram package they have enough for almost a year, but it depends on the frequency of washing dishes and its volume.

One small drawback - the tool is not sold in all stores. And if you managed to find it, pay attention to one thing - Bravix powder is available in 1.8 kg bags and 2 kg boxes. Judging by the feedback from users, the difference is not only in packaging, but also in quality. All, without exception, are satisfied with the effectiveness of the powder in the package, and about the tool in the box there are only negative reviews.

Advantages:

economical consumption;
high-quality cleaning of dishes;
lack of smell;
low cost

Disadvantages:

not sold in all stores;
requires the use of additional funds;
powder in the box substandard.

Somat Standard

Optimal consumption
Country: Germany (produced in Russia, etc.)
Average price: 940 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.8

The powder from the popular manufacturer Henkel is one of the most popular dishwasher products. It comes in a package with a convenient dispenser and pen. One application requires a small amount of powder, so the volume of one bottle is enough for 80-100 washes. Created only for washing dishes, not caring for appliances. To achieve the best result, you must add a rinse, salt and other additional funds. Despite the low cost, the tool copes well with its main task - cleaning dishes. And it is suitable even for low temperatures.

Advantages:

very economical consumption;
convenient dispenser;
unobtrusive scent;
reliable cleaning of dishes;
optimal composition;
easy application;
positive customer reviews.

Disadvantages:

does not wash stains from pans and pots;
requires the use of additional funds.

SODASAN

Safe composition
Country: Germany
Average price: 800 rubles.
Rating (2019): 4.9

German powder for SODASAN dishwashers is an environmentally friendly means safe for humans. There are no harmful substances in its composition, but there are useful components, not only cleansing stains on the dishes, but also protecting against the occurrence of scale in the machine itself. When using this powder technique will last a long time. For effective washing at full load, only 15 g of the product is sufficient, so the consumption here will be minimal. A nice bonus is getting rid of divorces and adding shine. SODASAN will be a great helper for any hostess. The special composition allows the use of the tool even for washing children's dishes.

Advantages:

positive reviews;
economical spending;
eco-friendly;
safe composition;
glitter;
washes even pans;
reliable cleansing;
quick action

Disadvantages:

requires the use of additional funds;
if it is wrong to calculate the remedy, a plaque will remain on the dishes.

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Cascade Complete Powder Dishwasher Detergent, Fresh Scent, 75 Oz

Professional dishwasher detergents

Dishwashers have become widely used for the first time not in everyday life. The first to feel the benefits of these units are businessmen who began to use industrial dishwashers in bars, restaurants, hotels and other establishments where there is no lack of dirty dishes. High-performance professional detergents for industrial-type dishwashers have been developed. About these tools and will be discussed in our today's article.
Features of these funds

Some users of household dishwashers in the hope of saving a little want to use professional detergents in their "home helpers". The economic feasibility of such an action can be traced very clearly. A five-liter canister of concentrated professional dishwashing detergent costs an average of $ 15. Diluting it to the desired ratio, you can get up to 12-15 liters of homemade dishwashing gel. But is it really worth pouring a professional tool into the household dishwasher?

There are professional dishwashing liquids on an acid and alkaline basis. Pouring such a tool in the domestic dishwasher you will cause her great harm. Maybe this will not happen at once, but it will happen, and then the machine will go to the landfill.
Professional liquids can foam heavily, and this is very bad for a household dishwasher.

An abundant foam is very poorly washed out from the dishes, besides, the foam can get into the control module of a household dishwasher and damage the contacts.

Professional dishwashing liquids may contain components that are effective against dirt, but toxic to the human body. Such products are used in high-performance tunnel-type dishwashers , in which dishes are rinsed very well and nothing remains on it, including traces of detergent. In a household dishwasher the rinsing quality is lower with all the ensuing consequences.

In general, manufacturers do not in vain recommend using professional dishwashing liquids only in professional equipment. Although of course, this is a personal matter for everyone, it is possible to take the risk of family health, for the sake of a noble cause - saving the family budget.
MEGA M

As part of this article, we decided to make a small review. In it, we have included some of the most popular professional dishwashing detergents, which I would like to talk about. Let's start with a clean and safe professional liquid MEGA M.

Mega M

This is a concentrate that comes in plastic canisters of 5 liters. It is added from the ratio of 5-7 g of liquid to 1 l of water. It is in this ratio of liquid and water that a solution is formed, which ideally washes the grease, tea and coffee stains, as well as other persistent contaminants from the dishes. MEGA M dissolves well in cool water, does not contain acids, phosphates, alkalis, chlorine and other harmful and toxic components. It can be used to wash glass, silverware, painted dishes, porcelain and stainless steel. Even in concentrated form, the liquid does not harm nature. The average cost of a canister of 5 liters is about 14.5 dollars.
SP 111

This tool is different from all other professional washing fluids in that they can wash plastic and ceramic dishes. It is also considered to be environmentally friendly, does not contain phosphates, acids, chlorine, phosphonates and alkalis, it copes well with all types of tableware contaminants. Liquid is produced in Poland and supplied in canisters of 5 liters. Consumption about 5 g per 1 liter of water. Used in industrial dishwashers of all types. You can buy such a tool for about $ 26.

SP 111
Pro-Brite MDW A-11

This professional dishwashing liquid contains not only direct detergent, but also a substance that protects the dishwasher from scale. The liquid can be used at a water temperature of +18 0 C. The composition does not contain chlorine, phosphates, alkalis or acids. All components are biodegradable. It is best suited for washing glassware and stainless steel kitchen utensils. The tool is poured into cans of 5 liters, the average price of such a canister is 30 dollars.

Pro-Brite MDW A-11
GRASS Dishwasher

This concentrated detergent for professional washing equipment is suitable for washing any dishes. It dissolves well in cold water, but works best with water temperatures of +20 ° C. It is a biodegradable product that does not harm the human body. However, it should not be allowed to concentrate on the skin and mucous membranes of the human body in a concentrated form. Liquid without chlorine and phosphates. It comes in a five-liter canister and costs about $ 33.

GRASS Dishwasher

So, for professional dishwashers today it is not so difficult to find an effective and safe detergent. Pay close attention to the composition of the substance, as well as the type of dishes that this tool can launder. In this case, you will not make a mistake in choosing. Good luck!

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Amazon Brand - Presto! 78% Biobased Dishwasher Detergent Packs, 90 count, Fragrance Free (2 pack, 45 ct each)

The development of an effective detergent for the dishwasher based on the natural component

INTRODUCTION

In connection with the worsening environmental situation, the qualitative composition of detergents offered by leading manufacturers of powders, gels and tablets for dishwashers raises concern. Water from the dishwasher, entering the sewage system, contains an excessive amount of phosphates, which cause rapid growth of blue-green algae [1], which adversely affects the state of water bodies, and many chemical reagents enter the human body due to insufficiently good rinsing dishes . The amount of water consumed may vary depending on the year of manufacture and the brand of the dishwasher. The general rule is this: the more expensive a dishwasher, the less it consumes electricity and water. However, no matter how simple or old the dishwasher, the water consumption per cycle extremely rarely exceeds 20 liters. And most of the newest models in general "fit" in 10 liters. Phosphates are added to water softeners. It is in soft water that the properties of the other components of the agent are fully manifested. But phosphates are not the most dangerous components. Since the main task of washing dishes is the destruction of microorganisms, bacteria, and the removal of food debris and fats, many components are introduced into the composition of detergents, making it possible to get glasses transparent and shiny, and pans and pans are non-greasy. Some of the components used adversely affect human health [2], while others poison water and the environment [3]. Modern detergents at low cost have a very high price. There are no reliable and environmentally friendly detergents on the market with an optimal price.

In the present work, the goal is to develop an environmentally friendly detergent mixture for dishwashers with low cost, unlike the leading manufacturers of the market. To achieve this goal it is necessary to solve a number of tasks:

- to study the compositions of existing tablets for dishwashers of leading brands

- to study the toxicity of the components of modern detergents

- to make a composition, after washing which the dishes would meet the requirements of SanPin [4]

- to analyze the washings with clean dishes.

THEORETICAL PART

Analysis of the composition of existing detergent tablets

Before developing an environmentally friendly (non-toxic) detergent composition, it is necessary to find out what detergents exist on the current market, what are their positive and negative sides, what companies and trademarks create dishwashing products, than some of the ingredients are dangerous.

On sale there are a variety of detergents for dishwashers. Some products are quite expensive, and high cost is not always an indicator of quality. Sometimes a cheap tool can handle washing even better than its expensive counterpart.

The composition of the tablets for dishwashers of various manufacturers:

ARCFNDIS company Kiehl (Germany). Composition - non-ionic surfactants, polycarboxylates, bleaching components based on oxygen 5-10%, enzymes, flavor (Limonene). The average cost of 1 tablet is 19 rubles.
ECOVER from the Belgian manufacturer. The composition of sodium citrate, sodium carbonate, sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium disilicate, acetic acid, isooctylglucose, glucitol (sorbitol), rapeseed oil methyl esters, glycerin, amylase, subtilisin, limonene, sodium gluconate. The average cost of 25 rubles per pill.
SOMAT. Composition - organic salts, complexing agents, oxygen-containing bleach, phosphonates, polycarboxylates, non-ionic surfactants, TAED, polymer, enzymes, fragrance, dye, preservative. Average 22 rubles per pill.
FINISH. Composition –30% or more phosphates, bleach, polycarboxylates, non-ionic surfactants, phosphonates, enzymes, flavoring. The average cost per pill is 21 rubles.

The main functions of the components

Sodium citrate (sodium salt of citric acid Na 3 C 6 H 5 O 7 ) is necessary to stimulate the formation of foam, has antibacterial properties.
Sodium percarbonate (crystal carbonate of sodium carbonate and hydrogen peroxide Na 2 CO 3 1,5H 2 O 2 ) has whitening properties, it is necessary for the splitting of dirt.
Sodium carbonate (Na 2 CO 3 soda ash) softens the water.
Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO 3 baking soda) softens the water.
Sodium disilicate (Na 2 Si 2 O 5 ) softens the water and binds the components of the tablet into granules.
Sodium gluconate (gluconic acid sodium salt HOCH 2 (CHOH) 4 COONa) combats scaling, softening water.
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid is necessary for washing scale from a dishwasher (mechanism of action is not specified).
Isooctylglucoside is a synthetic anion-active substance that is part of the rinse, which reduces the surface tension of water
Sorbitol is a sweetener.
Esters of rapeseed oil - necessary to reduce the surface tension of water, are part of the rinse.
Glycerin - necessary for viscosity, bonding of all substances.
Amylase and protease (enzymes) - promote the breakdown of proteins and carbohydrates.
Subtilisin is an enzyme of the hydrolase class, a serine endopeptidase catalyzing the hydrolysis of proteins and peptides.
Surface active substances for the formation of foam [5].

Hypothesis

After analyzing all the components, it becomes clear that:

products with many of these components in the composition, of course, harmful; they can accumulate in the body, do not decompose in nature, causing harm to the environment [6];
they include a large number of substances duplicating in their functionality;
the sweetener is introduced explicitly so that when using the dishes after washing, one does not feel “tasteless” unwashed components;
flavors - substances that are often included in detergents; It is one thing if they are contained in laundry detergent to impart scent to laundry, but why do we need the smell of dishes? Probably, in order to hide the smell of "incomplete freshness" unwashed dishes.

Thus, we believe that part of the components of detergents can be easily excluded from the composition of tablets, gels and powders, and the properties of detergents will not deteriorate, or replace them with others to make products cheaper, more qualitative and more environmentally friendly, if possible.

EXPERIMENTAL PART

2.1. Selection of detergent composition

When studying the composition of detergents, it became obvious that in addition to the detergent degreasing components, the list was supplemented with various fragrances, sulphates and many other substances. Although all this is washed off with water, some of them enter the body. The quantitative proportions of ingredients in industrial detergents are constantly changing: the most toxic chemicals from the list disappear, the cost of production is constantly growing. Detergents should not be subject to mandatory certification, the composition of ingredients is not strictly regulated. Therefore, it can vary from batch to batch, and sometimes does not correspond to the stated formula.

For the manufacture of tablets with good detergency competitive in the market, it makes sense to use non-toxic substances that break down fats and carbohydrates (enzymes), substances that soften water, surfactants to reduce the surface tension of water, compounds for bonding the components of the manufactured tablets [7].

In this paper, the proposed composition of detergent mixtures of three to four components. Mustard powder, sodium citrate can be used as a fat-soluble substance to stimulate the formation of foam, to create an anti-bacterial environment. It is proposed to use soda or baking soda as a bleach and water softener. To achieve the effect of "shine" glassware, an attempt was made to use citric acid (to soften the rigidity).

An attempt has been made to use a component of plant origin that is unusual for industrial mixtures. Since it contains saponins, complex nitrogen-free organic compounds from plant-derived glycosides with surfactant properties, saponin solutions, when agitated, form a thick, durable foam characteristic of detergents [8]. The name comes from the Latin sapo– soap.

Water was used as a binder [9].

For half a year, the optimal composition of the tablet for the dishwasher was selected according to the necessary components and their percentage ratio. Medically safe substances were used as substances decomposing fats, washing away dirt from dishes, softening water, giving it shine, disinfecting dishes: mustard, citric acid, soda ash and baking soda, sodium citrate, natural detergent and some others ( Appendix Table 1). Mustard powder perfectly coped with fat residues, but on a transparent dish left a thin layer of suspension. Soda ash leached clear glass, leaving frosted stains. During the long experiment, these components had to be abandoned, although they can be recommended for washing very greasy pots and pans. Citric acid did not bring any special results, it was also removed from the mixture. The dried fruit of a plant from a sort of saponins was the most "magic" component. They were crushed in a mortar and added as a new component.

The composition, coped with the fat and matte coating on a transparent dish, contained baking soda, sodium citrate and natural detergent powder.

The experiments were carried out on two dishwashers of various brands: Grand and Whirlpool. The degree of contamination of the dishes and the degree of loading was about the same.

2.2. Designing and manufacturing a device for forming tablets

After selecting the optimal detergent composition for more convenient use, it was decided to give it a pill shape. For this purpose, a round metal mold was created, into which a previously prepared, moistened powder was poured. This form was placed in a vice and pressed. The output was a tablet, which was dried and after that was ready for use.

Figure 1. The design of the press for the manufacture of detergent tablets:

a) a steel cylinder to form a tablet; b) washers, which allow compressing the mixture components

2.3. Analysis of washes dishes for the presence of sodium ions

Due to undesirable side effects of sodium ions (edema and weight gain) that are in the water and food consumed by humans, some experts warn about the control of electrolytes in the body. Since sodium citrate and sodium bicarbonate were used as components of the developed composition, a qualitative determination of sodium ions by microcrystalscopic reaction with potassium antimonate was carried out to prove that no detergent residues remain on the surface of the washed dishes [10]. The detection limit of sodium is 0.04 µg, the limiting dilution is 1 2.5-10. The test solution was pretreated with 0.5 M K 2 CO 3 solution to remove heavy and alkaline earth metal ions [11].

The dishes were washed with detergent, then the same dishwasher load was thoroughly rinsed with running water, the machine worked twice with the entire volume of dishes without detergent, and then turned off without drying. A wadded layer was removed from the walls of the dishes, placed on a glass slide, and a qualitative analysis was carried out for the presence of sodium ions. Part of the dishes washed in this way was loaded into the machine and the process of analyzing the presence of sodium ions was repeated with each of the five detergents of industrial composition and developed.

Na + ions are opened by microcrystalscopic reaction with potassium antimonate (KH 2 SbO 4 ). At the same time in a neutral medium a white crystalline precipitate of sodium antimonate NaH 2 SbO 4 is formed :

Na + + KH 2 SbO 4 → NaH 2 SbO 4 ↓ + K +

When performing the reaction, the following conditions were met:

a) a sufficiently high concentration of sodium salt

b) neutral reaction of the test solution (pH ≈ 7)

c) conducting the reaction in the cold, since the solubility of NaH 2 SbO 4 increases strongly with increasing temperature.

A drop of the solution obtained after removal of NH 4 + ions is evaporated to dryness on a slide. Then a drop of KH 2 SbO 4 solution is applied directly to the dried drop. If Na + ions are present, colorless transparent granular crystals are clearly visible under the microscope (Fig. 2).

Fig.2. NaH 2 SbO 4 crystals , confirming the presence of sodium ions

Crystals are formed at the junction of a drop of reagent and a dried drop. Often crystals are found only in a certain place.

drops and need to search. When performing this reaction, it is necessary to carry out a blank experiment , since crystals are almost always visible under the microscope in the solution of the reagent itself. They have another shape that differs from the shape shown in fig. 2

Test tube reaction with KH 2 SbO 4 . 2–3 drops of the solution obtained after removal of NH 4 + ions is poured into the tube. Then create a strictly neutral environment, adding with a pipette a solution of HNO 3 or KOH to pH 7 on indicator paper. An equal volume of the KH 2 SbO 4 reagent solution is added to the neutral solution and stirred with a glass rod. The formation of a white crystalline (not amorphous!) Precipitate indicates the presence of Na + ions in the solution. To accelerate the formation of a precipitate, it is necessary to rub it with a stick against the walls of the tube and cool its contents.

Since sodium ions are already present in tap water, a qualitative reaction could give a positive result only with a high concentration of sodium ions on the surface of the dish.

When washing dishes was used the developed composition. After analyzing the swabs from the plates [12], the analysis did not give a positive result for the presence of sodium ions in any sample,

therefore, it was concluded that the amount of sodium citrate taken in the pill was optimal (Table 2 of the appendix).

2.4. The calculation of the cost of the developed tools for the components

The cost of the new composition of the improved formula for the constituent components was calculated by the formula:

S = C · N , where

C - the price of each component

N is the percentage of each component

S is the cost of each component.

The total cost price of the tablet consists of the sum of the prices of all components [13].

Substituting the data into the formula, the cost of the developed tablet is obtained: 3 rubles 92 kopecks.

The effectiveness of detergents for dishwashers is influenced by two aspects:

firstly, proper storage - tablets are hygroscopic, absorbing moisture, they can lose their consumer properties , and therefore should not be in a wet room, as well as fall under direct sunlight

secondly, the dishes in the car during washing should be loaded not abutly, about two-thirds of the declared volume of the machine by the manufacturer, in this case, the effectiveness of the detergent and the work of the machine itself will be higher, the dishes will be washed better [14].

CONCLUSION

As a result of the work done:

1) developed a detergent composition for dishwashers in the form of a tablet, which is environmentally friendly in relation to the environment and the human body

2) manufactured tablets have a low cost, which distinguishes them from the current means by an average of 6 - 7 times

3) a device was designed and implemented to form four loose components in the form of a tablet

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Grab Green Natural Dishwasher Detergent Pods, Fragrance Free, Organic Enzyme-Powered, Plant & Mineral-Based, Free & Clear/Unscented, 60 Loads

Daily savings. Dishwasher detergents

Finally, I braced myself and finished this article. In today's release, a line will be put under the multi-week testing of dishwasher detergents.

If you have not read my article - “Daily savings. Dishwasher " , I recommend to read it before you start reading this.

For my testing, I chose several publicly available tools that can be purchased at almost any household chemical store, and two tools I purchased at the overseas store iherb.com .

The test products have a different chemical composition and different principles of "work", some are ordinary detergent, others are super capsules of N-products in one.

We consider in detail the advantages of some means and the disadvantages of others. We learn why we need "salt" and "air conditioning", how to improve the quality of washing dishes and how, by changing the water flow, to achieve the best performance.
Testing method

The testing method was the following: waiting for the complete consumption of salt and air conditioner in the trays of the dishwasher, I, alternately, washed the dishes with various means, noting and photographing the most interesting results. After that, I loaded the salt and the conditioner and rinsed, and once again washed the new portions of dirty dishes, making comparisons of some samples. Dirty dishes were kindly provided by the New Year holidays and guests. Friends! Thank you very much for your help in conducting experiments! Special thanks to Bosch for making my dishwasher SPV 40E30. Without it, the holidays would have lost their joy and colors.
The basics

Almost all dishwashers have the ability to use several chemicals:

"Salt" - to soften the water
"Detergent" - actually that which washes your dishes
"Air conditioning" - a means for drying dishes and getting rid of "divorces" on dishes

Salt

Salt, water softener, dishwasher salt

Water softener salt

The need to use salt is due to the quality of water - the “tougher” it is, the more salt is necessary for you. Ignoring the use of salt leads to the premature death of heating elements and gaskets in your dishwasher.

Most dishwashers have methods for adjusting water hardness, this setting determines the flow of water and air conditioning.

But you will have to determine the hardness of the water yourself - by contacting the city’s water supply system or using special instruments to determine the hardness.
instruction, setting, water hardness

Instructions on how to adjust the hardness of the water, thereby adjusting the flow of the conditioner-conditioner
Conditioner - rinse
Conditioner conditioner

Conditioner-conditioner - the main fighter with white bloom

Selection of air conditioners is the topic of a separate article, so we touch them superficially.

The main task of the air conditioner is to clean whitish stains from transparent dishes after drying. The harder the water - the more important the use of air conditioning.

The chemical composition can be any, but the main components:

nonionic surfactants
polycarboxylates
acids (usually citric acid)

In fact, the air conditioner is the same dishwashing powder, only the concentration of substances is noticeably lower.

The most important thing to understand about air conditioners is that they remain on the dishes after washing . The cycle of using the air conditioner - the last cycle of washing dishes, after it is drying. Yes, it is extremely small there, but it is. Therefore, if you suffer from allergies, the choice of air conditioner should be approached very carefully. Or it is worth refusing to use it altogether - with sufficiently soft water and opaque dishes, you will not observe whitish stains on the dishes.
In some allergy forums, it is recommended to use a weak solution of acetic or citric acid instead of the conditioner. I have not tested these products, as the incorrectly chosen (too high) concentration of acids can damage the elements of the dishwasher. Too low will have no effect. So I cannot recommend these funds, but you, dear readers, can use them only at your own peril and risk.
Detergents

It should be noted on the samples of detergents from the store iHerb composition disclosed in more detail, and gives food for thought. What we sell is limited to very modest data.

Means are both in capsules and in powder form. On the one hand, capsules are more convenient for use. But remember, a capsule is a notion of marketers. Capsules force you to use a fixed amount of detergent, regardless of soiling or the amount of dirty dishes.

From the point of view of economy, powders are a more rational choice, the possibility of changing the dosage is a great tool that we deprive ourselves of when using capsules.
All in one

The next step for marketers, after the invention of the capsules, became all-in-one capsules. In these capsules may be present as salts and anti-scale, and air conditioners.

If you carefully look at the instructions for dishwashers, then there you will find a recommendation not to use all-in-one products, but to pour salt and conditioner independently. This is not done in vain. The fact is that modern dishwashers can measure the use of air conditioning and salt, depending on the hardness of the water. And the use of all-in-one capsules limits this great opportunity.

In addition, the capsules contain an average amount of emollient salts and conditioner, which may not suit you if the water in your house is very soft or vice versa - hard.

The thesis that all-in-one capsules are not effective by themselves turned out to be partially confirmed by my experiments, which are discussed below.
rainbow stains after dishwasher

If you use all-in-one capsules and do not adjust the flow of the conditioner rinse, you can see these rainbow colors.
Attention

If you use all-in-one capsules and at the same time load the conditioner in the appropriate dishwasher tray, you should reduce the water hardness setting in the settings. If you do not do this, then the total amount of air conditioning will be redundant and rainbow stains will appear on the dishes. These divorces are the remnants of air conditioning, not the most useful food in the world.

So let's get started!
Ecover
Ecover, ecover zero, zero, dishwasher capsules

Ecover zero - Eco-friendly!

The first in my review will be Ecover capsules purchased on the iHerb website. The main difference between these capsules is the declared environmental friendliness and hypoallergenicity.

Composition:
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Sodium citrate is a salt of citric acid and has an antibacterial effect, stimulates the formation of foam, regulates the ph-factor.
Sodium percarbonate - bleach. In industry, the substance is obtained by evaporation of hydrogen peroxide with sodium carbonate to a crystalline state.
Sodium carbonate - technical soda ash. It is used to soften water, like salt for the dishwasher.
Sodium bicarbonate - baking soda.
Kremeneze (dioxide of silicon ) - preventing sticking, the formation of granules.
Sodium polyasparaginate - absorbent, retains dirt.
Ethylenediaminetetra acetic acid - is widely used to dissolve scale in a dishwasher.
Isooctylglucoside is used as part of a rinse along with other detergents. Solvent. Destroys proteins, fights microbes.
D-glucitol (sorbitol) is a sweetener.
Methyl esters of rapeseed oil - serve as rinse aid components. Reduce the surface tension of water.
Glycerin - used to increase viscosity.
Amylase and protease - break down proteins and carbohydrates.
Subtilisin - is engaged in the breakdown of fats. Natural enzyme.
Lemon - flavoring.
Sodium gluconate - removes scale and softens water. Additive E576, flavor enhancer, is harmful in doses of more than 20 grams per day.

Judging by the composition, it is assumed that the 4 in 1 capsules are salt, a descaling agent, a detergent and a rinse. The basic principle of washing is abrasive.

In fact, the capsules cope with all the stated tasks, to put it mildly, not very well.
Ecover zero washing result

Ecover zero - eco-friendly, but bad. Even a conditioner does not save the situation.

Minuses:

when washing without salt and conditioner - there is a significant whitish coating on the dishes;
when washing with an additional load of salt and conditioner, the deposit is less, but it takes place;
abrasive ingredients can damage glassware or drawing / painting dishes;
It is not recommended to wash dishes with Teflon coating with abrasive products;
at the current dollar rate, the cost is not attractive.

Pros:

the composition is disclosed in detail, if you are allergic, you can determine if there is something harmful in the capsules;
soda allergy is extremely rare and, if you don’t have these capsules, they are most likely for allergies to be really harmless;
the capsule (briquette) breaks easily and you can dispense the product for incomplete loading.

TOTAL:

It is possible that such a bad result lies in the extreme hardness of the water in my faucet ... But they wash really badly, especially transparent dishes. The preparation copes well with light contamination of plates, but it does not cope with pans. These capsules can be recommended only if you have a really serious allergy to household chemicals.
Finish quantum tablets / Finish powder
Finish family, capsules and dishwasher powder

Finish family, capsules and dishwasher powder

The brand of one of the most common tools for dishwashers. The company produces a full range of products. But the composition, for some reason, is revealed extremely reluctantly. The basic principle of washing is the dissolution and emulsification of impurities. The chemical composition of both powder and capsules is essentially the same.

Composition:
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30% Sodium tripolyphosphate is a salt of tripolyphosphoric acid. It is a food stabilizer, better known as E451. Contribute to the emulsification of fat, which explains the inclusion of this substance in the composition of many washing powders and tools for dishwashers.
Phosphonates are moderately strong acids and form salts with amines; secondary ones form adducts with Lewis acids (for example, with boron halides).
5-15% Oxygenated bleach - which bleach is unknown. But, most likely, it is sodium percarbonate, why hide this fact is unknown.
Enzyme - reagents in the reaction catalyzed by enzymes. No more specifics.
Polycarboxylate is an organic water-soluble carbon compound (polymers) used in household chemicals as part of laundry detergents, cleaning products and detergents. In the composition of detergents and cleaning products has excellent cleaning and detergency, and in powders the role of polycarboxylate is a water softener and an increase in the effectiveness of the surfactant. Simply put, it is a kind of sand.
<5% Nonionic surfactants - are compounds containing a hydrophobic hydrocarbon radical, on the one hand, and a hydrophilic part of the molecule, which is usually a polyethoxydated chain. Nonionic surfactants are widely used primarily as good detergents, In addition, in the textile industry, they are used as additives to prevent static electrification of synthetic fibers.
Flavors - anything.

Fairy, comparison

A vivid example of how an all-in-one capsule works. The glass on the left is washed only by the capsule, on the right the powder + salt + conditioner

Minuses:

All-in-One capsules, just marketing. In reality, the efficiency is extremely low and the quality of washing dishes, without adding additional rinse aid and salts, leaves much to be desired;
The composition contains sodium tripolyphosphate, which is not good, as it is a strong allergen. In addition, the consumption of phosphates, higher than the allowed norms, can adversely affect human health - there is a deterioration in the absorption of calcium, and the deposition of calcium and phosphorus in the kidneys, which contributes to the development of osteoporosis . I emphasize - HIGHER PERMITTED NORMS . This means that you should not eat it with spoons. In ordinary life, you should not be afraid of him if you are not allergic;

Pros:

packing in powder allows dispensing detergents, which has a positive effect on saving, and on your health;
when using a full set of detergents (salt + detergent + conditioner), a very good result is obtained - no food residue, no stains on the dishes;
accessibility - you can buy, almost, in any store of household chemicals.

Fairy
Fairy, platinum, dishwasher capsules

Fairy platinum - designers do not eat their bread for nothing

Fairy is a famous brand of dishwashing products.

Its product on the dishwasher market looks beautiful and promises a wonderful sink without adding extras. All-in-One Capsules

Chemically, in composition, Fairy capsules are virtually indistinguishable from Finish capsules or powder. There are small differences in the concentrations of individual substances and a detailed list of flavors.

Composition:
Hidden text

30% phosphate - it does not say here that it is tripolyphosphate, but there is every reason to believe that this is it.
5-15% nonionic surfactants - here their possible concentration is 3 times higher than in Finish.
Oxygenated bleach - what kind of bleach - is unknown. But most likely it is also sodium percarbonate, why it is not known to hide this fact.
Polycarboxylates are organic water-soluble carbon compounds (polymers)
5% phosphonates - are moderately strong acids and form salts with amines, secondary form adducts with Lewis acids (for example, with boron halides).
Enzyme - reagents in the reaction catalyzed by enzymes. No more specifics.
Flavors - citronellol, limonene, linalool.

Minuses:

as in other cases, “all in one”, using only this capsule, washing quality is mediocre;
high price;
the capsule cannot be separated for partial use, the liquid part of the reagents is extremely caustic;

Pros:

when using a full set of tools, the quality of washing is close to perfect.

Subjective view

Among the tools that I purchased in household chemicals stores, I liked these capsules the most. It may be that there is an excess amount of air conditioning, but, regarding thin-walled glassware (wine glasses, glasses), the quality of washing is the best among all tested samples.
Pilotex
Powder for Pilotex Dishwasher

Pilotex. The quality is mediocre, but the price forgives everything!

Very inexpensive dishwasher powder. Bulk packing allows dispensing detergent, which is a definite plus. The composition is described, also, very sparingly, and fundamentally differs little from Finish, but there are still differences.

Composition:
Powder for Pilotex Dishwasher

Composition
Hidden text

15-30% phosphate - it does not say here that it is tripolyphosphate, but there is every reason to believe that this is it. In difference from other means, noticeably smaller concentration is allowed.
5-15% oxygen bleach - what kind of bleach - is unknown. But most likely it is also sodium percarbonate.
<5% Nonionic Surfactants - Concentration at Finish Level
Enzyme - reagents in the reaction catalyzed by enzymes. No more specifics.
Odorant - which one is not specified.
Carbonate - technical soda ash, for water softening
Silicate - absorbent

Powder for Pilotex Dishwasher

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Minuses:

washing quality is rather mediocre, apparently due to the low phosphate content in the absence of an alternative detergent;

Pros:

fantastic low price;
bulk packing allows you to dispense substances, depending on the need.

If you temper requests for the quality of washing, then this is an ideal option for saving.
Grab green
Grab green, dishwasher capsules

Grab green, dishwasher capsules

Grab Green is the second tool I purchased on the iHerb website. As well as the first, it is declared as non-toxic and environmentally friendly. The composition is encouraging.

Composition:
Hidden text

Soda ash (carbonate) - salt to soften the water.
Sodium Metasilicate - helps in cleaning.
Nonionic Ethoxylate - a mixture of surface biodegradable cleaner + mixture degreaser. Obviously this is what other means call names as “non-ionic surfactants”
Sodium sulfate - cleaner.
Sodium citrate is a salt of citric acid and has an antibacterial effect, stimulates the formation of foam, regulates the ph-factor.
Sodium percarbonate - bleach. In industry, the substance is obtained by evaporation of hydrogen peroxide with sodium carbonate to a crystalline state.
Kremeneze (dioxide of silicon ) - prevents sticking, the formation of granules.
Tetrasodium iminodisuccinate - for water softening.
Sodium polyaspartate - helps in removing stains.
Organic enzyme - a mixture destroys protein compounds.

Minuses:

there is only one significant disadvantage of this means - the dollar / ruble rate;
packing in the form of soluble capsules makes it difficult to change the dosage in case of need;
although this is positioned as "all in one" with the air conditioner function, it does not cope;

Pros:

despite the absence of phosphates in the composition of the quality of washing at a very high level, especially when using a third-party air conditioner (although this reduces the final "environmental friendliness");
in difference from ECOVER, the ware does not suffer.

Subjective view

I really liked this tool. The quality of the washing is no worse than that of Finish, despite the fact that there are no phosphates in the composition. I am very sorry that I did not buy more , while the dollar was at an acceptable level. It should be canceled that I did not meet such hypoallergenic dishwasher products in the free market in our stores. Frustrating lack of air conditioning for dishes from this manufacturer.
TOTAL

Below are the calculations of the cost of one wash cycle, excluding additional salt and air conditioning. It should also be noted that the cost of washing powder that is not packaged in capsules may be even lower, due to the rational use of adequately filling the dishwasher.

Subjectively, I got the best quality of bathing when using Fair y capsules, together with an additional load of salt and conditioner. But such a bath is extremely expensive.

The second, in the list of funds I liked, is Grab Green - a fairly neutral chemical composition and good bathing quality. Unfortunately, its value has increased due to the weakening of the ruble; even now the cost price of one washing cycle is far from Fairy. Additional benefits can be obtained by purchasing large packages , for more capsules, and using the discount code.

DISCOUNT CODE: KZL405 Any new customer who enters this code when placing an order will receive a $ 10 discount on their first order from $ 40, or $ 5 on an order worth less than $ 40. If the order is more than $ 60, then there will be an additional discount of 5% of the order value.

I hope this review will help you make the right choice for you. I wish you good health, and always remember : saved - it means earned! This is very important in our time!

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