Review of front-loading dishwashers

Both household and professional dishwashers are divided into several types depending on their size, performance and other features. What is a front-loading dishwasher, what are the pros and cons of such equipment - these and other issues will be discussed in this article.

Features of this type of machine

The professional dishwasher looks like a full-size 60 cm dishwasher for home use. However, in terms of technical characteristics it is much superior. Due to its design, the front-facing dishwasher is capable of working non-stop for up to 5 hours, dispensing up to 500 clean plates every hour.

Depending on the model of the machine and the power of the heating element, the duration of one wash may vary. But it differs slightly. Front-mounted machines are widely used in small restaurants, cafes, canteens and other catering establishments.

In this type of machine, dishes are placed in one special basket. The peculiarity of the equipment is that it is connected to a network with a voltage of at least 380 V. As for water, it is preferable to connect to hot water to disinfect dishes, otherwise chemicals are added when rinsing in cold water.

For your information! There are boiler models of dishwashers that independently heat the rinse water.

In addition, such dishwashers are equipped on one side with a table with a sink for easy cleaning of plates before loading the machine into the tank, and on the other side with a table. The table is used to place hot dishes after washing.

Advantages and disadvantages

Front-loading dishwashers, due to their characteristics, have strengths and weaknesses. What are their advantages over other machines:

• sizes, which allows them to be used in public institutions with low traffic;
• reliability when compared with household appliances;
• high productivity and capacity of about 35 cassettes per hour;
• long continuous work, despite the fact that one washing cycle lasts on average 2-3 minutes, rarely 6 minutes.

The disadvantage of front-facing dishwashers is the connection to a 380 V network, as well as the ability to wash plates of limited diameter.

Review

Let's look at some models of this equipment and their technical characteristics.

Elettrobar Fast 160-2 S is a front-mounted dishwasher from Italy with a power of 3.5 kW. In an hour of operation, it washes up to 40 baskets of dishes. What is important, it has the ability to connect to a voltage of 220 V. In this machine you can wash not only plates, knives, spoons, forks, but also glasses. When rinsing, you can add the product to a special dispenser. Average price: $1,684.

SILANOS E50 is a dishwasher made in Russia with an electronic control system. Power consumption 4.9 kW, connected to cold water. The machine does not have a built-in detergent dispenser and drain pump. Average price: $1,210.

Silanos N800 is an Italian-made machine, characterized by greater productivity and a power consumption of 6.75 kW. That’s why the machine is connected to a network designed for a voltage of 380 V. The dimensions of the machine are larger than the previous two dishwashers, and therefore it can accommodate large plates with a diameter of up to 42 cm, baking sheets and trays. The machine is recommended for use in pizzerias and cafes.Average price: $3,017.

VORTMAX FDM 500K is a low power front dishwasher, only 3.52 kW. Productivity is 30 baskets per hour. You won’t be able to wash baking trays in it, but medium-sized plates and glasses are fine. The control panel is located on the front, and the tank of the machine is made of durable stainless steel. Average price: $1,439.

COMENDA LF 321 – Italian dishwasher, made of stainless steel, has 4 adjustable legs. The mechanical control panel is protected from water. You can choose one of the washing programs, depending on which it washes from 20 to 30 baskets of dishes in an hour. Average price: $1,526.

Meiko FV 40.2 is a German-made dishwasher with a stylish appearance. The machine is designed to wash plates, glasses and cutlery, as well as trays and trays. The control panel in this model is electronic. This dishwasher features:

• camera auto-cleaning system;
• slow start of the washing process;
• double filtration Aqua Plus;
• Aqua Stop water leakage control;
• sprinklers are made of stainless steel;
• availability of IP X5 protection.

With all this, the machine washes up to 40 baskets of dishes, which is approximately 1400 glasses per hour. Water consumption is 11 liters per cycle. Overall, the washing machine is great in every way, but it also comes with a price tag of around $4,263.

Electrolux EUCAICL 502038 is a dishwashing machine made in Italy. The dishwasher has electronic controls and a digital display. As in the German model, this machine is equipped with self-cleaning and auto-diagnosis. Sprinkler arms are installed both at the top and bottom.Water consumption is 12 liters per cycle; when rinsing, the machine spends 3 liters. There is a forced drain pump, power consumption 9.85 kW. Average price: $4,052.

As you can see, front-facing dishwashers exist in different price categories. The final decision is yours. Well, you can find out what to focus on when making such a choice from the article How to Compare Dishwashers. Happy shopping!

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