Best “Modern” Dishwasher

[agiflow]

I have a Frigidaire model that came with my home. While it is no power clean it does a fine job on everyday soils that are not burned on.It also has the better "thunderbolt" type wash arm that is better than the orbital one thy use on their higher lines.

 

[johnbee]

Miele

I will sell my Miele in July if you're interested.
Great Machine. Replaced a noisy whirlpool.
It cleans everything in normal. And I'm not the prewash or soak guy.

 

[vacerator]

The Bosch

are the budget priced Assentia machines. I would avoid Frgidaire/Electrolux. The first Whirlpool you posted is the 940 model from about 1999. Ours lasted a decade. They had micro switch issues. Ours was stuck on normal, but worked a couple more years.
Of course the Miele is "spitzenklasse".

 

[hobarthero]

Nice Miele

I would definitely be interested in the Miele, but I don’t think I could get away with the cabinet front look. If it was white, black or stainless I’d be all over it.
-Shannon

 

[vacerator]

Shannon,

the front cabinet panels can be changed, or even painted. Painted wood kitchens are the latest trend. Sharkfin grey, white, pastels, even contrasting upper and base cabinet colors.
That honey oak front can even be restained darker. Just do a light sanding to remove anyclear laquer, and seal the new safe water base stain stain with water based polyeurethane. No hazardous off gassing around the babies! We have an 8 and 4 year old grand daughter and son.

 

[DADoES]

 
<blockquote>Personally, I don't care for the silverware in the door.</blockquote> Some, most, maybe not all, of the WP in-the-door silverware baskets can be detached from the door and placed in the lower rack.

 

[agiflow]

My 1990 portable Quiet wash had the in the door rack but it could load anywhere on the bottom rack with tight spacing.

 

[hobarthero]

Another local Whirlpool

This looks like the top end model but not as clean and perfect as the first Whirlpool I posted about. Any big difference in washing between the two models?
-Shannon

 

[agiflow]

They were both power clean machines so no difference. You'll get an excellent wash with either.

 

[hobarthero]

Higher model

I wasn’t sure if the higher end model was better performing or not, so I thought I’d check first. Thank you!
-Shannon

 

[hobarthero]

My old Kenmore

This is my old Kenmore that I gave my brother. Still runs strong! I always had great washing results with this basic machine. It’s a quiet guard. I assume it is from the same Whirlpool power clean time period?
-Shannon

 

[appnut]

That is made by Frigidaire.

 

[hobarthero]

Very interesting!

I don’t usually have much luck with Frigidaire so that’s surprising. That Kenmore cleaned much better than my $700 Kitchenaid I bought new in 2015. Either way it was a great performing little basic machine. Thanks for the info Bob!
-Shannon

 

[hobarthero]

I bought the Power Clean!

I pulled the trigger and purchased the Whirlpool Power Clean that I posted first in this thread. Like new condition with all the original paperwork. Used very little it would seem based on the condition. Agreed on $60 so I think that’s pretty good. Once the install is done I’ll work on getting my BobLoad certification!
-Shannon

 

[appnut]

Excellent choice!!! And congratulations!!

 

[repairguy]

Good deal! You are well on your way to becoming an appliance hoarder! Lol! And it is a lot of fun.

 

[agiflow]

I concur with Bob. An excellent choice !

 

[hobarthero]

Lots of Storage

I have the luxury of running a large 50+ unit apartment complex and I have a ton of storage space that is nice and dry. I think this is going to continue for a long time to come. I also collect vintage gas powered lawn equipment. I even have an 88’ Yugo GVX (I used to drive one back in high school). I bet no one has one of those . I look forward to many more acquisitions and fun times with all of you here.
-Shannon

 

[gelaundry4ever]

Very well said!

One time, I put a cheese enchilada pan straight in the dishwasher without scrubbing, soaking, or rinsing. Boy did it come out completely clean!

 

[hobarthero]

Lower spray arm design

So I’m wondering why some power clean models have the lower spray arm with the tower attached and some do not? Is one design better than the other? I have included pictures of both designs. The unit I bought has the tower. Also I noticed a couple spray holes in the upper wash arm had thin crinkly plastic and light gunk stuck in the spray holes... Is this something that is coming apart in the unit or just something that came off dishes and got stuck in the spray arm? I am going to give it a thorough clean out tomorrow hopefully.
-Shannon