Dishwashing freedom! Is it possible?

Dishwashing freedom!

is it possible?

A word from a leading premium supplier of kitchen appliances globally about the cutting edge trends emerging for dishwashers.

Miele

A new dishwasher is revolutionising the way dishes are cleaned. Jon Molyneaux from Miele South Africa, says: “A unique system dispenses detergent automatically and uses specially designed powder granules for best results.” These features are fitted into the company’s Miele’s G7000 and include AutoDos.

Furthermore, the new dishwashers can be controlled via the Miele@mobile app, and can be programmed from a mobile device. All that remains for the user to do is to load and unload the machine, and occasionally replace the PowerDisk – everything else can be left up to the appliance.

A PowerDisk is an innovation that is easily and quickly fitted in the device on the inner face of the door – and dispenses detergent by rotating automatically during the programme. Measuring approximately 15cm in diameter and around 4cm in width, the PowerDisk releases a defined quantity of powder granules into the chamber with each 360° turn.

The system automatically dispenses precisely the correct amount of detergent required in a specific programme. Particularly in the 'Automatic' programme, dispensing is geared to the degree of soiling, which is monitored by a sensor. Consequently, more is dispensed to deal with heavy soiling and about a quarter less for light soiling. In 'Normal 60°C',

a PowerDisk lasts 20 cycles, which corresponds to a month's requirements based on typical domestic use.

As comparisons conducted by an independent institute confirm, the detergent makes a considerable contribution towards excellent dishwashing results. The formulation was chosen with great care to meet the needs of the G 7000 with AutoDos, and guarantees both powerful and gentle cleaning.

“The powder granules, which dissolve fast, contain special enzymes for an effective wash, even at low temperatures. It also contains active oxygen for thorough cleanliness and freshness, and protection factors for silver and glassware. Rinse aid and salt are included. Special protection against moisture and heat guarantees unwaveringly high quality and consistency over the entire use of a PowerDisk,” explains Molyneaux.

He says that the G 7000 also features a conventional two-compartment container in the door for the use of conventional detergents such as tablets and powder.

Extended app for convenient programming

All G 7000 models with AutoDos can be connected to the Internet via WiFi and can be controlled via the Miele@mobile app from a mobile device – or via Amazon's voicecontrolled assistant, Alexa.

“This allows users to start and stop their G 7000 from anywhere, activate programmes and options from their smartphones, check levels (with an automatic reminder), and even order detergent online,” notes Molyneaux.

Reliably dealing with viruses

While the latest in home automation is noted, Molyneaux says that consumer health features strongly in the mix too. Demands for hygiene around the home have reached high levels and increased during the Covid pandemic. Hygienically sparkling crockery engenders trust and confidence and creates a sense of security in everyday life.

The Albstadt-Sigmaringen University of Applied Sciences has conducted a scientific investigation into whether dishwashers from Miele meet these high demands – and the independent Institute for Integrative Hygiene and Virology (InFluenc_H) awarded Miele its gold seal of approval.

“This hygiene seal is exclusively granted to products whose high performance in protecting against viruses has been scientifically proven. It requires that 99.9% or more of viruses are reliably deactivated. This comprises enveloped and non-enveloped viruses, including the SARSCoV-2 Coronavirus, influenza and Noroviruses,” says Molyneaux.

“Sophisticated spray technology and high wash temperatures on Miele dishwashers ensure dependable and hygienic cleaning results. In the 'Hygiene' and 'Intensive' programmes with wash temperatures exceeding 70°C, more than 99.9% of all pathogens are deactivated. Enveloped viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2, are even rendered harmless in the water and energy-saving ECO programme.”