Why doesn't the dishwasher dissolve the tablet?

What types of dishwashing tablets are there?

One of the popular dishwasher detergents is Finish capsules. It is covered on top with a special shell that does not need to be removed before use; it dissolves itself during the washing process. This is convenient, since chemicals do not come into contact with the skin, and therefore will not cause allergic reactions or irritation.

There are other tablets for the dishwasher - 4 in 1. An additional component is a product that protects glassware from aging and clouding, which is not uncommon if you constantly use a dishwasher for washing. 5 in 1 products contain a component that can clean existing equipment from scale. 6 in 1 tablets perfectly clean the surface of steel or other metal utensils. Also, aromatic components, antimicrobial agents, substances that remove tea stains, etc. can be added to the tablets.

An important property of dishwasher tablets is their environmental friendliness. This is achieved through the use of only natural substances: herbal extracts and mineral supplements.

An example is a product called Ecover. The production of these tablets is based on the principle of harmlessness to humans; there are no genetically modified additives.

Modern household appliances make it possible to reduce work time in the kitchen by taking on some of the responsibilities; this also applies to the dishwasher. For its full functioning and obtaining a positive result, you should select only high-quality detergents, for example, tablets. They will not only successfully cope with stains on dishes, but also protect equipment from premature breakdown.

Composition and functions of dishwashing tablets

When choosing a powder or gel as a detergent for your car, you must accurately measure the amount for each wash, as well as add salt to soften the water and rinse aid. This is not very convenient, but with a tablet there is no such problem, since it has the right size and includes all of the above components.

The first to appear were 3-in-1 tablets, which are still in great demand. They contain salt, powder and rinse aid. Separately, all components are placed in special compartments of the dishwasher, and the tablet eliminates this need.

Salt softens hard water, thereby preventing scale and reducing the formation of foam inside the machine. The powder is needed to remove dirt on the surface of the dishes; it contains the substances necessary for this. Rinse aid is necessary when rinsing with hot water; thanks to it, dishes dry faster.

First of all, the dishwasher needs to get salt to prevent scale and subsequent dissolution of other substances. During the soaking process, the dishes are doused with warm water and left for some time. The washing continues until the water in the car becomes clean and transparent, this is detected by special sensors. Rinsing occurs in several stages: first with cold, then with hot water. High temperature will not only speed up subsequent drying, but will also help destroy bacteria.

Why doesn't the tablet always dissolve in the dishwasher?

At first glance, everything seems to be done correctly. The tablet was loaded into the machine, the washing process was started and lasted as long as necessary, but in the end the tablet did not dissolve. Why? This happens not only with cheap equipment, but also with well-proven equipment that is in demand among the population.

The first reason may be that the dosing compartment is blocked, that is, when the valve does not open. In this case, you should check how the dishes are positioned inside and whether they are touching the dispenser lid.

Budget dishwasher models may simply not cope with dissolving tablets, since their design is designed for individual chemicals. Each component of the tablet must disintegrate under certain temperature conditions. The performance of the machine may not meet these requirements, then the product will not dissolve completely, which has a bad effect on both the dishes and the machine itself.

Other Possible Causes

Such reasons include weak water pressure in the dishwasher. The flow filter tends to become clogged over time, so the required flow of water does not enter the machine. Accordingly, the tablet does not dissolve, and the display sometimes does not reflect this.

The storage conditions for tablet detergents are very important; they should not be exposed to a drop of moisture. The properties of the detergent can deteriorate significantly when moisture comes into contact with it, and the tablet may not dissolve at all.

Used together with packaging means with insoluble containers

Not all dishwasher tablets come in insoluble containers . Manufacturers write about this on the packaging, but not always. Perhaps the reason that the tablet did not dissolve is the cellophane film that is insoluble in water. Try removing it first the next time you wash dishes.

Advice. Use detergent tablets in dissolvable packaging. It is more convenient to put them in the compartment and they do not crumble when unpacking.

Wrong mode selected

Some dishwashers from some manufacturers have a cold water rinse program. In this mode, no detergents are used. The water temperature and program time are not enough to dissolve the tablet.

Check to see if the reason lies precisely in the set dishwasher mode. To do this, run it again, selecting the appropriate program and inserting a new tablet drug.

How can I get the tablets to dissolve again?

We figured out why the tablet does not dissolve in the dishwasher. Now you need to finally figure it out and figure out what you need to do to prevent your dishwasher from breaking down and ensure that the detergent tablet is completely dissolved. Experts have put forward a whole list of recommendations on this matter. If you adhere to them, the risk of breaking your dishwasher will be minimal.

First of all you need:

• Study the dishwasher's instructions and find out what products it can work with. After all, some older models, for example, can only recognize powder;
• Study the instructions for the specific drug. On the packaging, the manufacturer can write valuable information about the features of loading the product and recommended doses;
• Regularly clean the dishwasher of dirt and remove scale and other dirt from its elements. The cuvette requires special attention. It needs to be rinsed, but the tablet must be loaded into a completely dry compartment;
• Periodically clean the flow filter and ensure that water flows into the dishwasher at a constant pressure;
• Use only high-quality drugs. When purchasing the product, you need to ensure that the packaging of the tablets is not damaged. You should also give preference to drugs only from trusted brands. Skimping on tablets can lead to dishwasher failure.

How to fix the problem yourself

If any technical problems occur, you should check the condition of each part of the dishwasher.

Flow filter. Its location area is behind the inlet hose. The water is turned off, the hose is disconnected, a special mesh is taken out and checked for contamination. If there is debris, you should get rid of it and install an auxiliary filter. The mesh should be rinsed under running water. Sometimes this is not enough, then the mesh is soaked for some time in a solution with citric acid.

Fill valve. Located behind the filter. If it becomes clogged, you should get rid of this type of problem.

Spray. Possible clogging of injectors. This results in a situation in which the water pressure decreases, and with it the quality of washing. The hopper door is closed, the tray is removed from the sprayer and each hole is cleaned with a toothpick and washed with water.

How to resolve technical problems?

Combined briquettes for PMM were invented to make the life of the dishwasher owner easier. They are not cheap, so it is extremely disappointing when the drug remains in the cuvette without dissolving. The user’s task is to detect the source of trouble and begin to eliminate it.

It happens that the reason for poor dissolution is technical problems in the dishwasher. The user can eliminate many of them with his own hands:

1. Cleaning the flow filter. The strainer is installed after the inlet hose. After turning off the water supply, you need to disconnect the hose. Remove the mesh. It may contain rust and debris from water pipes. It is advisable to install an additional coarse filter at the inlet. If after washing the dirt is not removed from the mesh, you need to soak it in a solution of citric acid.
2. Cleaning the fill valve. Its location varies depending on the model - it can be at the bottom or at the top. Check it for blockages. Clean if necessary.
3. Cleaning the sprayer. The nozzles from which water is sprayed under pressure throughout the chamber must be clean. If the nozzles become clogged, the pressure will decrease and the quality of washing will deteriorate, while the machine does not eject the tablet briquette. To clean the injectors, remove the sprayer. Clean the holes with a toothpick.
4. Circulation pump repair. This device supplies water to the sprayer. If there is a problem, it is better to contact a specialist.

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There is nothing difficult about using a dishwasher. Follow the rules for using equipment, use detergents correctly - and there will be no problems.

Troubleshooting dishwashers

Troubleshooting

If the tablets are of high quality, there are no problems with water, the cuvette is dry, but the drug still does not dissolve completely, then you need to look for the problem in the PMM itself.

Usually the tablet cannot dissolve due to problems with:

• Flow filter. The in-line filter is located in the inlet hose. To get it out, you need to turn off the water and carefully remove the inlet hose from the dishwasher. After this, you need to remove the filter (in the form of a mesh) from the hose and inspect it for rust or any blockages. If they are detected, the filter must be replaced with a new one or carefully cleaned;
• Fill valve. The fill valve is located next to the flow filter. Depending on the dishwasher model, it may be located at the top or bottom of the device. If it is not clogged, then you need to go look for the problem further;
• Spray. The sprayer is used to spray water inside the dishwasher chamber. If it is clogged, the water will begin to flow under weak pressure, which is why the dishes will not be cleaned well and the tablet will not dissolve completely. To clean the sprayer you need to open the door and remove the element from the tray. After this, the holes through which water enters should be cleaned with a toothpick;
• Circular pump. It is the circular pump that is responsible for the flow of water into the rocker arm. If it stops functioning normally, you will have to contact a service center, where specialists will diagnose the unit;
• Thermal sensor. At the right moment, the temperature sensor sends a command to the water heater to start heating the water. If it fails, the water heater will begin to heat the water to an insufficiently high temperature or stop doing so altogether;
• TEN (lower temperature). In order for the tablet to dissolve normally, the water temperature must be at least 60 degrees. Cold water does not dissolve the tablet properly; it remains unused. In addition, cold water removes dirt from dishes worse;
• Impeller. As soon as the dishwasher starts the washing process, the impeller begins to rotate. If it starts to fail, the rocker arm may break and the dishwasher will not be able to work fully. You should not repair this element yourself - you need to immediately contact the service;
• Water heater. A water heater can fail if too much scale builds up on it.

A few tips to ensure complete dissolution of the tablet

By adhering to certain rules and tips, you can not only improve the process and quality of washing dishes, but also extend the life of the dishwasher.

One tablet is designed for one process and can clean up to 12 sets of dishes. But you need to install the right programs. In a mode that lasts more than 60 minutes, a 3 in 1 tablet is approved for use. It is important to store tablet detergents in the correct way - in a cool, dry place. Products with a soluble coating should only be touched with dry hands.

Dishwasher tablets are a great and convenient way to clean dirty dishes. But in order for further washing of dishes to bring only positive emotions, it is important to correctly approach the use and content of the described tablets. Negligence can lead not only to deterioration in the quality of washing, but also to equipment breakdown.

Types of dishwasher tablets

• one- and two-layer;
• combined.

The most practical of them are combination ones for dishwashers. They contain all the necessary components for complete cleaning of dishes:

• detergents;
• rinse conditioner;
• regenerating salt.

Recommendations

You should adhere to the following rules from professionals, then there will be no problems with dissolving the tablet in the dishwasher:

choose the right program - “3 in 1” or “5 in 1” tablets are designed exclusively for long-term regimens (more than one hour);

tablets can only be stored in a dry place;

if the product has a water-soluble coating, then it is forbidden to take it with wet hands, since contact with water will damage the film;

The machine should be cleaned with a special cleaning product inside once a season; scale and grease will be completely removed.

Important! When choosing a dishwashing detergent for a dishwasher, the model plays an important role, because some outdated models do not work well with modern detergents.

In addition, Bosch SRV and SMS equipment works great with phosphate-containing detergents, but they are not suitable for Bosch SRS. For Hansa, only products with salt should be used.

Functional detergent tablets for washing dishes in dishwashers can not only improve this process, but also save time. Of course, they are not cheap, but repairing equipment will cost much more. If there are problems with dissolving the tablet, the reasons may be different, but by following all the recommendations, you can easily determine the cause and prevent its reoccurrence.