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Included in my growing Dishwasher collection are two KitchenAid Briva In-Sink Dishwashers.

I have mentioned them in past discussion threads, but one in particular, I spoke about repairing the Lid Balance Links on the KIDS01EKSS0 (42 inch) model (link below). This machine was the first of the two that I purchased, in June 2009 on eBay. It was manufactured in December 2003. The second machine, KIDS36EPSS1 (36 inch) model, was purchased on eBay in June 2010. It was manufactured in January 2007. Both machines have been shuffled from one place to another since arrival: from solarium to basement; from floor to tabletop, and back again; then on top of a dryer. Finally, I have purchased a couple of used kitchen sink base cabinets to house each dishwasher, and have fitted them with Teflon sliders for easy repositioning around the basement. I have plumbed each Dishwasher/Sink with PVC drain pipe and a washing machine drain hose – that can be lowered to a floor drain when in operation. And both have water supply lines that can be attached to a fill hose from the laundry sink.

Naturally, I have been anxious to get a look at these dishwashers in action. So I bought a thin piece of Plexiglas from Hobby Lobby, cut it to fit the lid opening of the 42 inch model, and it worked as a suitable, temporary, viewing window. What follows is a video compilation that serves to describe both dishwashers, a look at the rack and drain system, and lastly, two See-it-Wash segments (first without, second with dishes). The video is not without fault, as the Plexiglas reflects my basement ceiling, causing some viewing difficulties. BUT, one does get an idea of the quality of wash action, or lack thereof. I have to say that I am disappointed overall with the sprayarm coverage, as you will see in the video. And for the exorbitant amount of money that these units sold for, I am thankful that I did not actually buy one and put in my modern kitchen when we renovated it in 2007.

I did a search for Briva in YouTube, but did not find any other videos of a KitchenAid Briva. So perhaps this is the first one, unless there have been other videos, but since removed.

Mike

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cool concept

I remember seeing these back in 2006, they would be great for a bar etc, If I remember they were pricey , I like the "old school" concept of the top popping up, kinda like the old GE electric sink. I see the spray arm is attached to the rack, I wonder if it gets a solid mating with water in the bottom of the unit? Maybe water pressue is being lost. These would be good for light duty purposes only I think,
 
Thaks Mike.  I really appreciate your efforts on this.  Not sure how much "cleaning" this thing would do.  I'm not sure the blue tape was needed.  Bob
 
Loved the concept of these..

I'm with verizonbear in that these were pricey.. I thought they would be great in a bar area... Even considered as my primary during my kitchen remodel, but they were discontinued. Happy I didn't spring the $ and opted for a regular DW (Jenn Air JDB1100AWS) instead after seeing the wash performance. Even though my DW repair guy is coming to fix my DW for a faulty control panel, I love the performance of my regular DW.. I think it's a 'last model' Maytag prior to the WP takeover. I'm a fan of all things KA, but I don't know that this would have fit my needs. Thanks for posting!
 
Mike,

I have one of these units. I actually use it so much more than the full size DW. I have to say that I really like the Briva. Do you have the dedicated small hot water heater that was offered? I went ahead with it and am glad I did. I will say if you are standing in front of the machine when the lid pops it will burn ya!
 
<span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: medium;">Really enjoyed the video. </span>
<span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: medium;">I  thought the spray was much stronger than I expected. </span>
<span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: medium;">I have heard from quite a few people that have one and love it. </span>
<span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: medium;">I see these from time to time on Craigslist in the Atlanta area and have thought about getting one. </span>
<span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: medium;">Thanks for the video. </span>
<span style="font-family: georgia,palatino; font-size: medium;">Brent</span>
 
Interesting video!

I have to say whatever was placed in the center odds are it would not get washed much at all. Really surprised at the very poor spray pattern. These are vaguely reminiscent of the more popular dishdrawers that are out now. My cousin has a st of the F/P brand and really like them.
 
Interesting video and a great job. This is a neat machine, but watching the video it didn't seem as though the water was spraying out of all the holes in the wash arm. The water looked like it was only coming out the end ones. I would check to see what is going on there, water should be exiting out all the wash arms. Is there enough water in the tub? I would check this out, as there should be more spray action occuring in that machine. That could be the cause of the arm not turning when loaded with dishes.

Doug
 
Neat!

VERY nice job, Mike!  Totally fascinating.  I love the idea--I think that paired with a full-sized dishwasher, this would be totally awesome.  I'm one of those people that loves being able to knock out the utility dishes before dinner.  (And the--how was it, Greg--"me wash you long time" units like the full-sized KA pictured wouldn't pull that off.)

 

I think the idea of hanging the arm under the rack is totally novel.  My eyes bugged out when you pulled the bottom rack and the arm came with it!  :-)
 

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