Most people have been using special conditioners for washing machines for a long time, which at the outlet make the laundry more fresh, soft and pleasantly smelling. However, it turns out that not everyone knows that for dishwashers there are also appropriate rinses that help eliminate the smell of bleach and other chemicals and give the dishes shine and freshness. This article will just help you figure out which rinse aid to choose, how to use it and what means you can replace it to achieve the same result.
How to use dishwasher rinse aid
During the repair of both washing machines and dishwashers, quite common, but honestly, stupid mistakes of people are found out. Using rinsing agents, they do not think at all about where to pour it, because for the most part it turns out that they pour it in the same place where the powder is added. It turns out that the rinse, intended for the dishwasher, is simply wasted, because by pouring it in the wrong place, you will not get any effect.
First of all, it must be said that before using and operating the dishwasher, as well as any other household appliances, you need to carefully and carefully study the instructions, which spell out all the basic rules for using this or that device, the purpose of all the “buttons” and functions, proper loading of dishes into her. And of course, all the elements and details of the machine, including the compartment intended for rinse aid, will probably be painted there schematically.
The rinse aid is consumed in the very final stage of washing, so if it enters the tank with water much earlier, then there will be no effect from it. It is also important to understand that rinse aid is not just a freshener or eliminator of unpleasant chemical smell from dishes after washing. It also has the following functions:
- eliminate stains and drops of water from the dishes;
- minimize contact of parts and elements of the dishwasher with acids, alkalis and other components of chemical detergents that can harm the dishwasher;
- give the dishes a special shine, purity and whiteness.
Now we know why rinse aid is needed for the dishwasher, what role it plays and why it is so important to use it, now we need to find out exactly where to rinse the rinse aid in the dishwasher. In principle, the compartment for all chemicals is located in the door of the dishwasher, and everyone knows this. But how to proceed further - not everyone understands. In which particular compartment of the cuvette to fill the rinse aid for the dishwasher - it is advisable to look in the instructions for the dishwasher, because for each model the location of this compartment will be different. However, most often it is a hermetically sealed compartment located right in the middle.
Rinse aid must be poured into this compartment before turning on the “wash” function; do not forget to add powder to the adjacent compartment. We will answer a common question: “How much rinse aid should be added to the dishwasher?” This is usually determined individually, especially since almost every manufacturer necessarily writes on the packaging methodapplication. However, keep in mind that most often manufacturers overestimate a single dosage rate, because it is beneficial for him to finish the packaging as soon as possible, so that you can return to the store for his products.
Types of dishwasher rinses
Today there are many products from the category of rinsing means for dishwashers, which are produced by different manufacturers and may have different purposes. We identified the main groups according to their purpose:
- direct use - rinse the dishes and make it shine;
- multifunctional - in addition to directly rinsing and making the dishes shine, look after the details of the dishwasher, while maintaining its wear resistance;
- hypoallergenic - environmentally friendly products made from natural ingredients that prevent and rule out the possibility of allergic attacks.
The composition of the rinse aid can be characterized by the presence of components such as natural acids, ethanol, water and other specific chemicals that contribute to the evaporation of water droplets from the surface of the dishes.
One of the rather simple and effective means is the liquid product "Somat", which is characterized by reasonable price, but rather high efficiency. It well removes powder residues and stains from the surface of the dishes, gives it shine.
A very common tool today is the Finish rinse, which has numerous positive reviews from thousands of consumers. This drug perfectly eliminates stains, promotes the quick drying of dishes and prolongs the life of the dishwasher due to the fact that it does not allow metal parts to oxidize. The tool is quite budgetary and affordable for everyone and gives an excellent result. In addition, manufacturers also produce special tablets of the same name for processing dishes and extra dishwasher care.
Another great product is Sodasan, which is environmentally friendly. The composition of this drug is completely natural, it is citric acid, various essential oils, alcohol and distilled water. So this tool is perfect for those who are prone to allergic reactions, as well as for families with small children.
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Purchased Rinse Aid Components
If you can calculate the required amount of a factory product, then you will get the opportunity to save a lot, but you can spend even less if you can prepare a very effective rinse aid yourself. In order to create a similar product by yourself, it is necessary to at least roughly know what substances and in what dosage are included in the factory rinse. Different manufacturers and different brands still use the same or identical components as the basis. All rinsing agents have:
- substances of the surface-active type are non-ionic;
- anionic polymers of the carboxy type (they may also be called polycarbonates);
- citric acid, which is in any home;
- tensides, as well as a small amount of ethanol.
Thus, rinse agent is quite possible to cook at home, because the components in its composition are readily available. Of course, in addition to the above ingredients, there are others that are not available to us, but even without them you can create an excellent budget substitute for an expensive branded rinse.
How to make a rinse yourself
The composition of the product, which is used to rinse the dishwasher, is now known to us. The only question that remains to be clarified is what are the chemical components, what function do they perform in the rinse aid, and in what quantity and what needs to be added to the homemade product.But, not being a chemist, to understand and understand all this is very difficult, and therefore there is nothing even to try. The main thing is to find a simple and understandable recipe for preparing a rinse aid for your dishwasher, the ingredients of which would be accessible to everyone. So, what can replace a rinse aid for a dishwasher? Here are some simple and easy recipes.
- The main ingredient in this recipe is apple cider vinegar (9% must be taken). For cooking, you need to find a special compartment in which rinsing agent is usually poured, pour vinegar into it, given that 1 tbsp. spoons will be enough for about 6 sets of dishes, put powder in the next compartment, close the door tightly and turn on the “wash” function.
- The next version of the rinse aid will consist of three different components: essential oil (you can choose the one you like best), citric acid (you can replace it with freshly squeezed juice) and a glass cleaner. For cooking, you need to mix 5 parts of citric acid, 2 - essential oil (preferably eucalyptus), 1 - glass cleaner. One teaspoon is enough to process about 8 sets of dishes.
In the end, I want to add that you do not need to neglect the rinse aid, because this is really a worthwhile thing that gives the dishes a very beautiful shine, eliminates it from streaks, water droplets, and dishwasher protects against unpleasant odors and the negative effects of chemicals on its parts.
