How does a dishwasher work?
How does a dishwasher work?
It is hard to say which household appliance you could live without if need be, would it be the washing machine? The fridge? The dishwasher? All of these appliances are instrumental in the smooth running of today’s modern household which is geared around our busy often time-starved lives. The truth is that living without either a washing machine, fridge or dishwasher is not an option for most people. Village Domestic Supplies have been providing Dishwasher repairs Stockport for close to thirty years and in doing so have helped hundreds of people by quickly getting their machine back in working order at an affordable price.
We have found that most dishwasher repairs Stockport customers don’t have an in-depth knowledge about how a dishwasher functions which is understandable! We do feel that having a basic understanding of dishwasher functionality can better equip individuals with the knowledge to provide basic care and maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
Cold water in
Your washing machine is always hooked up to a domestic water supply as this is the source of the water that does the cleaning. In some cases, the pipe connecting the water mains to the machine can become damaged or dislodged causing a leak. If you experience flooding or water leakage, it’s time to call Village Domestic Supplies for quality dishwasher repairs Stockport.
Heating the Water
With a flow of cold water coming from the mains into the machine, a heating element at the base of the machine will then heat up the water to a temperature around 60 degrees. At this temperature, the water is hot enough to seriously banish dirt from any items sat in the baskets. The heating element is probably one of the most important and used components of a dishwasher. From our experience of providing dishwasher repairs Stockport, heating elements are known to wear out especially after years of heating water three times a day.
Water pumped into wash cycle
An electric pump then forces the heated water through a metal paddle at the base of the machine where it squirts upwards at considerable pressure to clean the materials in the basket. At the same time, slightly cooler water is also pumped into plastic spin arms at the top of the machine which also spins. Heated water is also pumped through the sides of the machine, creating a multi-directional cleaning capability. More often than not misplaced knives, spatulas and other items can get in the way of the spin arms, blocking their ability to rotate and distribute water. Ensuring that your paddles are unobstructed can greatly improve the effectiveness of your wash without having to seek services for dishwasher repairs Stockport.
Water recycle
After the water has cleaned the items in the baskets it then falls back down to the base of the machine where it is reheated and squirted up again. When a wash cycle nears its completion, the machine then uses a jet of clean water to rinse all basketed wash items to prevent residue drying on after the items are left to dry. An interesting fact is that the detergent or dishwasher pods used in this process actually contain digestive enzymes similar to those that humans use! When heated by the dishwasher water, they will start to break down and digest food which explains why tough baked-on stains are can be tackled so easily by the modern dishwasher!
Dishwasher Repairs Stockport
Now that you know the basic functionality behind the dishwasher it’s easy to see how many different parts work in perfect synchronisation in order for your dishes to come out clean. It’s also easy to appreciate how the intense use under which a dishwasher is placed over the years can result in the occasional breakdown or repair.
At Village Domestic Supplies we offer a timely and easy service for dishwasher repairs Stockport. Our Engineers have a deep skillset with 35+ years combined experience meaning you can rest assured that your dishwasher is being repaired by quite literally, the best appliance repairs service in Stockport and the wider region.
If something isn't right with your dishwasher, don’t sit on it. For the best dishwasher repairs Stockport, call Village Domestic Supplies on 01619801110 or visit our repairs page for information on rates!