Dishwasher starter kit

When purchasing a dishwasher, salespeople often recommend a starter kit, explaining that it includes everything needed to get the machine up and running and wash dishes. Sometimes, you can get one as a gift with the purchase of a dishwasher. Let's explore what's included in this kit and whether it's worth buying.

Set composition

Dishwasher kits are called "starter kits" to attract inexperienced buyers. This is a marketing ploy. Manufacturers offer these kits with everything needed to get the dishwasher up and running, including a brief instruction manual. In reality, most starter kits include basic dishwashing detergents and cleaning products for the dishwasher itself, namely:

• combination or simple tablets;
• special regenerating salt;
• dishwashing liquid.

Please note: Some kits contain dishwasher powder instead of tablets.

In addition to the three main cleaning agents, the set may also include:

• dishwasher cleaner for removing grease and deposits;
• means for first starting the machine;
• flavoring agent.

Indeed, the set includes everything you need to use the dishwasher. The kit is convenient because all the tools are sold together, and the person starting the machine for the first time will not forget anything that might be needed. This kit is convenient when you're just starting out with your dishwasher, which is another reason it's called a starter kit. Each product has a different consumption rate, so the frequency of purchase will also vary. Tablets and powder are used up the fastest, while salt is the least frequently needed.

Is it possible to replace such a set?

Looking at the ingredients, one might wonder whether the starter kit can be replaced or whether it's really necessary. The tablets included in the kit are the main ingredient for dishwashing. They remove dirt and deposits from dishes. The rinse aid gives dishes a sparkling shine. And the salt is essential for the dishwasher's ion exchanger, which softens the water. All of these products can be purchased separately and in the packaging that is most convenient for you.

As for the special product for first start of the dishwasher If you're using a Bosch, Candy, Flavia, or other dishwasher, it's nothing more than dishwashing powder, so there's no need to buy a starter kit just because it contains it. In addition to the powder, you should definitely add salt during a test run. Special cleaning products Dishwasher accessories are also sold separately and there is a large selection available.

Although all products are sold separately, the starter kit has its own advantages:

• there is no need to look for all the means, After all, to start using the machine, you will have to buy salt, powder, and rinse aid one way or another; tablets alone won’t do;
• The set contains products from one manufacturer that complement each other, resulting in better washing results;
• Sometimes a dishwasher detergent set is a little cheaper than the same products purchased separately.

Important! Do not use regular washing powders, soaps, or hand-washing detergents in the dishwasher. This may cause excessive foaming and the machine to stop working.

Dishwasher Set Review

Here's a brief overview of dishwasher starter kits from well-known manufacturers.

• The Filtero set is a German kit suitable for all types of dishwashers, including Bosch and Siemens. It contains 16 7-in-1 dishwashing tablets, salt, a first-start solution, and a grease and limescale remover. This is one of the few kits that includes a first-start solution, which consists of a special powder that perfectly dissolves the industrial oil found on new dishwasher parts. The average price is $13.
• The TOPPERR 3304 set is another German-made set. Suitable for Bosch, Neff and other dishwashers. It includes 16 10-in-1 tablets, a half-liter bottle of mouthwash, and a 1.5-kilogram pack of special salt. The average price is $10.
• Top House Starter Kit. This brand's kit is manufactured in Belgium, Germany, and Denmark. It includes: 3-in-1 combination tablets (16 pcs), rinse aid (0.5 l) that adds shine, prevents streaks, and speeds up drying, and coarse salt (1.5 kg). The average price is $13.
  
• Finish's starter kit also includes three products: 14 All-in-One multi-purpose tablets, a Finish cleaner that removes grease and grime from the dishwasher cavity, and a dishwasher odor-eliminating deodorizer good for 60 washes. The average price is $16.
• The Power Dish starter kit is recommended for Hotpoint, Indesit, Bosch, and other dishwashers. It includes 5-in-1 tablets, special salt, and orange flavoring. The average price is $10.
  

Therefore, to use a dishwasher, you need to purchase a starter kit or buy salt, powder (tablets), and rinse aid separately. As for fragrances, cleaning agents, and other cleaning products, you can buy them as needed. Happy shopping!

   

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