If the washing powder helps to get rid of dirt, then the rinse for the dishwasher gives the dishes shine, shine, a pleasant smell. In the article we will tell you why you need a rinse, where and how much to fill it with. Imagine the rating of popular means among users.
What is rinse aid for?
Many users doubt the useful function of the rinse. Why use it if there is a detergent powder that will remove impurities, and at the rinse stage, the rest of the detergent will be washed off with water? This is not entirely true.
Indeed, the main wash is carried out immediately. Water jets fly out of nozzles, gel or powder is mixed with them. Major contaminants are removed. Then rinse begins. If the regime passes with a special rinse, then:
- Residues of aggressive components are washed off. Alkalis and acids are neutralized.
- Dishes receive protection from stains and stains. The water-repellent effect does not allow drops to linger on the surface.
- Cutlery will shine and creak after washing in the dishwasher.
Is it necessary to use a rinse aid, or can you do without it? We have already substantiated the answer. These are multifunctional products that help achieve perfect cleanliness of glass products, as well as protect the walls of the hopper from plaque and scale.
Characteristics and composition
The dishwasher can be used to clean not only kitchen utensils, but also children's accessories. Therefore, the choice of air conditioning should be taken responsibly, to study the composition, the components included. Normally, the composition looks like this:
- lemon acid;
- water;
- sugar surfactant to prevent foaming;
- ethanol, fatty alcohols;
- detergents that soften water.
Important! Do not use hand gels or powders in the dishwasher. They cause excessive foaming, which can lead to leakage.
How and where to pour the product
The biggest mistake of the user is to fill the air conditioner in one compartment with powder. No, it will not cause damage, you just in vain will pour expensive air conditioning. Because it is taken along with the powder during washing and does not bring any benefit.
Near the cuvette there is a special dispenser that tightly twists. Pour in rinse aid as much as you like. Close the lid tightly.
After that, set the indicator mark as indicated in the instructions for your PMM model. The ideal amount can only be determined by trial and error. If the dishes smell strongly of the product, reduce the performance.
The air conditioner has ended, in the PMM “Hotpoint Ariston” will inform the indicator on the control panel.
How to make a do-it-yourself rinse
If you do not trust the manufacturers of household chemicals, we will show you how to replace it. Homemade ingredients will come to the rescue. The simplest and most effective of them is apple cider vinegar. It is enough to pour 1-2 tablespoons into the compartment, and you can start the wash. The acid composition will provide the shine to the dishes.
You can combine the following components:
- Take 200 g of borax.
- Add 150 g of soda and 500 g of magnesia.
- A pinch of citric acid.
- Add water and mix.
- Pour the resulting mixture into ice molds.
- Use one capsule per wash.
Before using a homemade product, calculate its dose. Otherwise, there is a risk of spoiling the equipment and losing the guarantee.
If you opted for professional means, we will analyze: which brand to give preference to. Below we provide an overview of the best rinse aid and consumer reviews.
2017 rating
We have compiled a rating for professional dishwashing conditioners. Let's consider each of them.
Calgonit finish
The Finish brand is very popular among users.
What the manufacturer promises:
- perfectly clean dishes without streaks, streaks;
- quick-drying appliances, shiny surface;
- protection of dishes and chamber walls from scale.
To understand how to pour part of the liquid into the compartment, just lift the compartment cover. Why do we need a dispenser? To gently pour Calgonit into the compartment and not exceed the allowable amount.
The cost is from 270 rubles per 400 ml.
Tatyana
I bought a dishwasher a month ago and immediately acquired a bunch of funds for it. During this time, I used half the bottle. The indicator level stood at four, then decided to reduce to three. The result has not changed: glass, glasses and other utensils sparkle with cleanliness. The "Finish" does not have a pronounced smell of chemistry, which is very pleasing. Do you need air conditioning - you decide. I recommend Calgonit Finish to buy. Approximately one bottle is enough for two months.
Sodasan
This is an organic rinse made in Germany. It does not contain surfactants, it contains citric acid, alcohol, water, and essential oils. Reduces drying time, protects against corrosion, streaks, scale.
Price from 460 rubles per 500 ml bottle.
Pauline
I decided to buy Sodasan, because I used powder of the same production. From one powder, a strong white coating remained on the dishes. Despite the fact that our water is hard, the doser in the Bosch machine is set to two. So, Sodasan is doing its job well. Devices at the exit shine and creak from cleanliness. And the eco-composition is very happy, no chemistry and odors.
Somat
Convenient plastic bottle with dispenser. It has moisture repellent properties, so water quickly drains from appliances and dishes quickly dry. Protects glass products from corrosion, leaves no streaks. Contains surfactants, preservatives and other additives. Has a pleasant smell of lemon.
The price of a bottle is 750 ml from 190 rubles.
Galina
I really liked Somat, although I tried many other products. Thanks to the nozzle, the liquid is conveniently poured into the compartment. And you do not need to think about how to drain the excess, because Somat is concentrated and poured for several cycles. The main thing is to correctly set the icon on the dispenser. The price of one bottle is affordable, but it is consumed very slowly. Glass plates shine directly. I am satisfied myself and recommend it to everyone.
Top house
Suitable for dishwashers of all types. Qualitatively removes aggressive residues of detergent powder, provides devices with protection against stains and gloss. The composition of non-ionic surfactants, preservatives, hydrotropes.
The price of a 1 liter bottle is 330 rubles.
Victoria
I have long been convinced that without a rinse, the plates at the exit are dull, sometimes with a white coating. I chose Top House because I liked the large volume of packaging. Noted such advantages:
- No smell.
- Glass glasses, glasses shine.
- Enough for a long time (up to 200 sinks).
Of the disadvantages, the price and the inconvenient dispenser, the liquid often spills. Solid "four", you can take.
Paclan brileo
According to the manufacturer, Paclan prevents the formation of crystalline precipitation on the dishes, the output devices are clean and transparent. Contains no more than 5-15% surfactants, preservatives.
Price for 500 ml from 180 rubles.
Pauline
Acquired Paclan in Auchan, a budget option. The bottle is ordinary, plastic with a dispenser. Despite the low cost, I liked the air conditioning. I get clean, odorless appliances from the baskets, although I tried more expensive products, but I don’t like their “vigorous” smell. Instead of promoted brands I take the usual Paclan Brileo and I advise you.
Frosch
Contains natural fruit acid, so the plates are especially shiny after washing. Other characteristics do not differ from other means.
Cost per 750 ml from 130 rubles.
Alexandra
With the purchase of a dishwasher you have to buy special tools. I learned that the Germans release Frosch, so I decided to try it. The bottle is an ordinary, comfortable nose. But the contents are "about nothing." There were stains on the plates, although there was no smell. I will not buy more.
Clean home
Professional household chemicals. As part of citric acid, 5% surfactant, polycarboxylates, perfume. Protects cutlery and the inner walls of the hopper from limescale, scale, drips.
The cost of the bottle is 1 liter from 170 rubles.
Hope
I heard a lot of good reviews about the Clean Home brand, so I took a rinse for PMM. The bottle has a clear liquid, when filled it foams. I did not like the smell, the chemical "aroma" does not pass even after washing. The main work is also performed by the C grade. Stains remain on the surfaces, glass products do not reach “perfect transparency”. I will not recommend it.
Also known are rinsing agents from Sofin, Bolla. However, users are not happy with the result of their work. Biomio 7-in-1 tablets are popular. According to the manufacturer, they already contain everything you need. Therefore, you do not need to buy extra salt and conditioning.
You choose which is better: own-made products or professional air conditioners. Be careful with use, adhere to the manufacturer's recommendations.
The video shows how to properly pour liquid into the compartment and start the dishwasher: