Rinse aid symbol in a dishwasher

Rinse aid symbol in a dishwasher Most dishwasher dispensers consist of several compartments, at least two: one for the main detergent and one for rinse aid. However, the appearance of the detergent drawers varies from dishwasher to dishwasher, so many people have trouble finding the rinse aid symbol if they're unfamiliar with their dishwasher. Let's figure out how to find the right compartment right away.

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Dishwasher bodies are always equipped with special markings to better guide the user through the functions and modes. These symbols are often not glued or painted onto the surface, but rather embossed into the plastic, ensuring they are always visible. The rinse aid compartment symbol typically resembles a sun (a circle with rays radiating outward). Another clue is the wheel that controls the rinse aid flow rate in the dishwasher, located next to the compartment, so you can easily identify it.

Important! It's crucial to locate the rinse aid compartment correctly. If you pour it into the main wash compartment, it will be wasted and won't do any good.

If, on the other hand, you add a rinse aid tablet or powder to the rinse aid compartment, the dishwasher will only use it at the last stage of the wash cycle, resulting in poorly clean dishes with a residue from undissolved detergent. Therefore, choosing the right compartment is the key to high-quality washing. rinse aid symbol on the dishwasher dispenser

Other symbols on dishwashers

After acquiring a new dishwasher, any homeowner begins to carefully examine its functions and settings. Some identification symbols are easy to understand, while others raise a host of questions. Let's explore potential complications using the Bosch dishwasher symbols as an example.

The icon depicts a saucepan over an open flame. This mode, also known as intensive, is designed for removing heavy stains from cookware—frying pans, saucepans, woks, and baking sheets. The temperature is approximately 70 degrees Celsius, the duration is almost 2 hours, and the water consumption is 21 liters.
The button labeled "auto." This is the default mode for most appliances, except those made from sensitive materials. Water temperature is 45-65 degrees Celsius, flow rate is 19 liters, and program duration is 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Please note! Sometimes the standard mode is indicated by an image of a teacup.

The eco cycle, also known as the glass and cup on saucer cycle, includes a pre-rinse. The cycle then rinses the dishes at 50 degrees Celsius using only 14 liters of water. The cycle lasts 2 hours and 20 minutes.
A similar sign to the previous one, with two arrows pointing right. This indicates the speed setting. In 30 minutes, using 10 liters of water, dishes are washed without pre-rinsing at 45 degrees.
An open shower. A separate pre-rinse mode. It uses 4 liters of water and lasts only 19 minutes. This program removes food residue and prepares dishes for the main wash cycle.
Wine Glass. This program is designed for washing delicate dishes. It lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes. It uses 15 liters of water and is set to a temperature of 40 degrees Celsius. Suitable for all delicate items.
The + and - signs, combined with the letter h, indicate the ability to regulate the washing duration independently.
A dial with two right-pointing hands. Halves the cycle time.
1/2 Fraction. This is useful if you've only half-loaded your dishwasher. The selected mode will use up resources less than a full cycle, saving 30%.
A pot with arcs on the right and top. This indicates intensive zone washing. Water hits the bottom of the dishwasher with a stronger pressure than the top. This allows you to distribute dishes within the chamber according to the degree of soiling.
Baby bottle with a + sign. This mode is designed to disinfect dishes using high temperatures. It's especially often used for baby dishes, but can be used at the discretion of the homeowner.

The button labeled Start starts the washing program, and Reset reboots the dishwasher. In addition to the keys with symbols on the dishwasher panel, there are several indicator lights that help monitor the operation of the dishwasher. Using the same Bosch as an example, let's look at what they show. icons on panel without display

The brush indicates that washing is currently in progress.
The word End means the completion of the cycle.
The tap symbolizes the process of collecting water.
Arrows pointing in different directions indicate the presence or absence of salt.
Snowflake. The rinse aid compartment is full.

If the dishwasher has a display, then the different programs are also equipped with individual indicators.

If they are lit, the program is active. For example, + means washing at high temperatures (65 to 75°C), - means washing in cooler water (35 to 45°C). The words Auto and Eco indicate the corresponding modes. The wine glass and cup on the tray indicate the high-speed mode. Shower means pre-rinse.

There's also an indicator showing the time remaining until the end of the program, and its completion is signaled by an audible signal. In the most modern dishwashers, a beam appears on the floor to signal the end of the wash cycle.