Review of the Korting KDI 45175 dishwasher: wide possibilities in a narrow format

It’s not for nothing that narrow built-in dishwashers occupy the first positions in the ratings - in terms of functionality they are not inferior to full-size models, and they require less useful space in the kitchen.For example, the Korting KDI 45175 dishwasher is only 44.5 cm wide. It can be easily integrated into a kitchen furniture module, which is very convenient for using the appliances.

Despite its compact size, the unit’s hopper is designed to load 10 sets of dishes. In addition to excellent capacity, the KDI 45175 model boasts economical operation and thoughtful functionality. The listed advantages are more than enough to take a closer look at this technique, don’t you agree?

We have prepared a review with a detailed description of the design features, technical parameters, operating programs and options of the Korting dishwasher. In addition, we outlined the advantages and disadvantages of the unit, and also conducted a comparative analysis with the three closest competitors.

Device and features

The production of Körting household appliances has a long history. However, the modern buyer needs to know one thing: now the German brand is part of the concern Gorenje Group.

Since 2011, equipment under the Körting brand has flooded into the market, as a result of which in every major city in Russia you can find company service centers and retail outlets selling kitchen equipment.

Design features and components

All Korting dishwashers have passed mandatory EU certification and are distinguished by a high energy efficiency class. However, the factories are located in China, and the company Kurting RUS LLC is responsible for importing into Russia and selling products.

Modern Körting dishwashers are comfortable and multifunctional devices, conveniently built into kitchens, with many modes and protective options.

The dishwasher body is designed to be built into a specially sized cabinet. The dimensions of the machine are 445*540*815 mm, and the installation compartment is 450*580*820 mm.

Before ordering a kitchen set, it is necessary to clarify the parameters of the dishwasher in advance so that it can easily fit into the designated niche.

The most convenient place for installing and connecting a dishwasher is near the kitchen sink, not far from the water supply and sewer pipes

On the top, end side of the door there is a touch control panel. Using buttons and indicators located in one row, you can set the selected operating mode, monitor the availability of detergents, and change the program if necessary.

In a prominent place is the Baby Care button, in demand among young families, through which you can activate an intensive program for disinfection and high-quality washing of children's dishes with one touch.

The dishwasher comes with detailed instructions in Russian, after studying which you can use various programs, carry out timely cleaning and, if necessary, replace some parts.

The diagrams located in the technical documentation help to correctly install and understand dishwasher design.

Some machine parts are replaceable. If the seals wear out, the lock breaks, or the electronics fail, you can contact a service center or replace it yourself by purchasing spare parts in a store (+)

Under the mesh metal baskets, at the bottom of the housing, there is a filtration system that traps food and other debris so that they do not enter the pump. It consists of three parts and is collapsible. Filters need to be thoroughly cleaned approximately once every 1-2 weeks.

To get them out, you need to unscrew the upper fine filter, after which access to the remaining parts opens. Dirt and greasy deposits are removed with a brush and detergent. At the end of the procedure, all elements must be rinsed with clean water.

In addition to filters, plastic sprinklers - rocker arms - also need cleaning. The holes through which water spurts out must be free of sediments and small particles.

Before washing dishes are loaded According to the cells of the basket, cutlery is placed in a separate small compartment.

Then select the desired operating mode and turn on the machine. A blue beam lights up and is projected onto the floor. If the beam disappears, the washing cycle has ended and the dishes can be removed.

Dishwasher specifications

The basic functionality and additional capabilities of the machine can be found in the same technical manual, on the official Körting website or in an online store that sells household appliances.

Among the data are the required dimensions for installing the machine. The open door has a length of 70 cm - this figure must be taken into account when arranging furniture (+)

List of technical parameters of the narrow built-in model KDI 45175:

• capacity of all baskets – 10 sets of dishes;
• number of baskets – 3 pieces + basket for cutlery;
• energy consumption class – A++;
• water consumption and drying classes – A;
• type of drying – active + extra drying;
• type of control – electronic, Touch Control;
• digital display – present;
• number of washing programs – 8 pieces;
• half load – yes;
• possibility of loading detergents All in 1- There is;
• sprinklers S-Form – yes, 3 pieces;
• Internal LED lighting – yes;
• additional functions – beam on the floor, delayed start;
• noise level – 45 dB;
• power – 2 kW;
• water consumption – 8.5 l/cycle;
• leakage protection – maximum;
• energy consumption – 0.74 kWh;
• Heating element – ​​flow-through.

The manufacturer provides a 12-month warranty if you comply with the terms of delivery, installation and operation. During the warranty period, repairs must be performed exclusively by service center employees. Independent intervention may void the warranty.

Programs and options

For a modern dishwasher, 6-8 programs are not uncommon. Their presence allows you to select the desired temperature and wash cycle, navigate by time, use maximum opportunities to clean this or that type of dishware.

Usually, after several experiments, housewives settle on 2-3 comfortable programs, and use the rest in rare cases.

The table compiled by the manufacturer indicates the features of the programs. Using the data, it’s easy to understand which one is more economical or faster, and which one allows you to wash even the dirtiest pots and pans (+)

When choosing a program, PMM owners are guided by their own preferences - some criteria are more important for them, others fade into the background.

The most popular is "Eco", which really saves water and electricity. On average, one wash consumes 8 liters of water and 0.74 kW of energy. At the same time, the cleaning of dishes is complete and is carried out in 4 stages - from pre-washing to drying.

Program "Glass" Designed for gentle washing of particularly fragile items - glass glasses, porcelain dishes, crystal glasses. But you need to understand that it exists for a thorough, albeit neat, wash.

If you just need to rinse the cups after drinking tea, half an hour will do. "Fast" a program specially created for dishes with light “fresh” soiling.

No program will cope with grease and dried pieces of food stuck to dishes if plates and salad bowls are placed incorrectly in special sections of baskets

One of the longest and most expensive programs is Baby Care, designed for washing baby bottles, plates, drinking bowls. But the consumption of extra electricity and 13 liters of water is justified: the dishes are effectively disinfected, and almost all germs are destroyed. After such a wash, you don’t have to worry about your child’s health.

Options that are already traditional for most dishwashers may also be useful. For example, "Delayed start" — the ability to autostart the car not immediately, but after some time.

Thanks to the delay timer, washing will begin either at night, when everyone is sleeping and no one is in the kitchen, or during the day, when everyone is going about their business.

Child locking is a useful option if there is a small child in the family.Locking the ability to control saves the car from breakdowns, and the baby from troubles and injuries.

There is one more option that is not recommended to be used. We are talking about connecting the unit to a hot water pipe. Provided that the temperature of the water in the network is higher than that programmed in the machine, or the water is of inadequate quality, an emergency stop will occur.

User opinions

The KDI 45175 dishwasher is a current model, actively sold in chain supermarkets and on the Internet, but there are no videos about it yet. Conclusions about the attitude of buyers towards a home assistant can only be made on the basis of written reviews on various sites.

Much has been written about the advantages of the model. The points listed below are most often assessed positively.

The machine is one of those kitchen devices that outperform popular brands due to its affordable price. If two dishwashers, identical in design and function, have radically different price tags, then the buyer is more likely to choose the cheaper model.

Among the negative reviews there are many complaints about insufficient rinsing of dishes. This problem can be solved by correct selection and dosage of detergent.

Sometimes a quick wash will leave drink stains on your cups. It follows from this that dishes with stubborn stains should be washed using the “Eco” program, normal or automatic.

Comparison with similar dishwashers

To be convinced of the attractiveness of the Körting model, we compare its characteristics with the parameters of one cheap model and one expensive one.

All machines are designed to be built-in, narrow (45 cm wide), the basket capacity is designed for 10 sets. As samples for comparison, let’s take dishwashers from well-known brands - Indesit And Bosch.

As you can see, Kerting is ahead of Indesit in almost all respects, and at the same time is not inferior to the Bosch model, although it costs 21 thousand rubles. expensive. The only advantage of Bosch is the noise level, but a difference of 1 dB is not fundamental.

The KDI 45175 model is attractive if you consider the economical consumption of electricity and water, and 8 programs in stock are also a big plus.

Presentation of competing models

Let's consider three models that can compete with the device we presented. Against their background, it is easier to make a balanced assessment. As competitors, let's take fully built-in models with dimensions as close as possible to the KDI 45175.

Competitor #1: Electrolux ESL 94320 LA

The model from the Swedish manufacturer is designed to process 9 sets of dishes, consisting of a pair of plates, a tea or coffee cup with a saucer and cutlery. To carry out one cycle, it will need 10 liters; the unit consumes 0.70 kW per hour. The measured noise level is 49 dB.

The Electrolux ESL 94320 LA dishwasher offers potential owners 5 programs; it washes dishes in intensive, normal, economy and express modes. To postpone the start, there is a timer, using which the activation can be postponed for a period of 3 hours to 6 hours.

It is controlled electronically; the presence of detergents is indicated by LED indicators. A very useful option is the automatic shutdown and drying of the extra discharge.

Disadvantages include the lack of a system that protects against child interference. There is no display, which can also be considered an inconvenience. Washing with a half-loaded hopper is not possible.

Competitor #2: Flavia BI 45 DELIA

The Chinese machine is designed to process 9 sets of dishes. This is quite an economical option compared to its compact rivals. It requires 0.69 kW of energy per hour to operate; in one cycle it uses only 9 liters of water. During operation, the noise is 49 dB. An individual feature of the model is the presence of disinfectant drying.

Owners of the Flavia BI 45 DELIA model will have 4 programs at their disposal. She washes in a gentle, economical and shortened mode. An important advantage is the presence of a half-load tank function.

This means that you can wash half of the intended volume of dishes in the machine. This uses up half the detergent, water and energy.

Electronic control, operating parameters are displayed on the display. There is a timer with which you can delay the start by 1…24 hours.There is a sound and light indication, and a device is turned on that determines the purity of the water. There is no blocking children from participating in the process.

Competitor #3: Hotpoint-Ariston LSTB 4B00

The Italian brand's products can wash 10 sets of dishes in one session, for which it will need 10 liters of water. It consumes 0.94 kW of energy per hour. Not the most economical option, and also somewhat noisy. During operation it will sound at 51 dB.

Owners of Hotpoint-Ariston LSTB 4B00 will be able to take advantage of four different programs. The unit washes in standard and economy mode, and performs pre-soaking. The equipment has a very useful function that allows you to wash at half load. This also consumes half of the resources.

Electronic control. Instead of a display, LED indicators are used to track operating data. There is no system in place to keep curious researchers out of the hands of young people. Only the housing protects against leaks.

All the units presented in the selection dry washed dishes using the condensation principle, according to which water from the walls of the device and from the utensils simply flows into the drain pan. Such models are cheaper than equipment with turbo drying. In addition, they do not require energy for the drying process.

Recommendations for use and care

The machine will work for a long time and properly if it installed correctly and connected. Installation requirements are outlined in the manual.

The rules are universal, that is, they are also suitable for other dishwasher models:

• It is recommended to turn off the water supply after each washing cycle;
• After removing the dishes from the baskets, you must leave the door open to avoid the formation of mold and unpleasant odors;
• procedures for cleaning parts from dirt and deposits should be performed only when the power is turned off (the machine is located in the electrical panel);
• metal, plastic and rubber elements of the machine must not be wiped with solvents or scratching abrasive powders;
• approximately once every 1-2 weeks it is necessary to thoroughly clean the seals, rinse the filters and wipe the elements of the baskets and holders;
• Only special capsules should be used for washing dishes, powders and tablets; Manual processing products are prohibited - they foam a lot.

From time to time it is advisable to check the connection points of the hoses to the machine connectors and pipes. If a leak is detected, the power is turned off and the water is shut off until the accident is completely eliminated.

If a part needs to be replaced, we recommend contacting a service center, since DIY repair removes the unit from warranty.

Experiments with electronics repair are especially dangerous. If the indicators stop lighting up and the program “skips” steps, it is better to promptly call a specialist.

Conclusions and best offers on the market

Körting dishwashers are worth their price. The KDI 45175 model is distinguished by its progressive functionality - 8 washing programs and a high energy consumption class make it attractive even compared to expensive brands. The machine is suitable for use in an apartment where a large family lives.

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