Overview of the Korting KDI 45175 Dishwasher

Narrow built-in dishwashers not in vain 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 is easy to integrate into the kitchen furniture module, which is very convenient for using the appliance.

Despite the compact size, the hopper of the unit is designed to load 10 sets of dishes. In addition to excellent spaciousness, the KDI 45175 model boasts economic efficiency and thoughtful functionality. The listed advantages are more than enough to take a closer look at this technique, agree?

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

Device and features

Körting's home appliance industry 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 surged into the market, as a result of which you can find company service centers and retail outlets selling kitchen equipment in every major Russian city.

Design Features and Accessories

All Dishwashers Körting passed the mandatory EU certification and is characterized by a high class of energy efficiency.However, the plants are located in China, and LLC Curting RUS is responsible for importing into Russia and selling products.

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

The dishwasher housing is designed for installation in a specially sized cabinet. The dimensions of the machine are 445 * 540 * 815 mm, and the mounting 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 fits into the designated niche without problems.

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

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

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

The dishwasher is accompanied by detailed instructions in Russian, having studied which, you can use various programs, perform timely cleaning and, if necessary, replace some parts.

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

Part of the machine parts is interchangeable. If the seals wear out, the lock breaks or the electronics fail, you can contact a service center or make a replacement yourself by buying parts in a store (+)

Under the mesh metal baskets, in the lower part of the housing, there is a filtration system that traps food debris and other debris so that they do not get into the pump. It consists of three parts and is collapsible. About once every 1-2 weeks, filters need to be thoroughly cleaned.

To get them, you need to unscrew the upper fine filter, after which access to the remaining parts is opened. 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. Holes through which water fountains should be free from deposits and small particles

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

Then select the desired mode of operation and turn on the machine. The blue beam that projects onto the floor lights up. If the beam is gone, the washing cycle is over, the dishes can be removed.

Dishwasher specifications

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

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

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

• the capacity of all baskets - 10 sets of dishes;
• the number of baskets - 3 pieces + a basket for cutlery;
• energy class - A ++;
• water consumption and drying classes - A;
• type of drying - active + extra-drying;
• type of control - electronic, Touch control;
• digital display - present;
• the number of washing programs - 8 pieces;
• half load - yes;
• the ability to load detergents All in 1- there is;
• sprinklers S-form - there are 3 pieces;
• internal LED backlight - 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;
• TEN - flowing.

The manufacturer gives a guarantee for 12 months, if the conditions of delivery, installation and operation are observed. During the warranty period, repairs must be carried out exclusively by service center employees. Self-intervention threatens with a loss of warranty.

Programs and options

For a modern dishwasher, 6-8 programs are not uncommon. Their presence allows you to select the desired temperature and washing cycle, orient in time, use the maximum possibilities for cleaning this or that type of dishes.

Usually, after several experiments, housewives stop at 2-3 comfortable programs, and the rest are used in rare cases.

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

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

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

Program "Glass" It is intended for gentle washing of especially fragile objects - glass glasses, porcelain dishes, glasses made of crystal. But you must understand that it exists for a thorough, albeit neat, washing.

If you just need to rinse the cups after drinking tea, a half-hour is suitable "Fast" a program specially designed for dishes with light "fresh" dirt.

No program can cope with fat and dried pieces of food sticking to dishes if plates and salad bowls are not placed correctly in special sections of baskets

One of the longest and most expensive programs is Baby caredesigned for washing baby bottles, plates, drinking bowls. But the consumption of excess electricity and 13 liters of water is justified: the dishes undergo effective disinfection, almost all microbes are destroyed. After such a wash, you can not worry about the health of the child.

Options may also be useful, which for most dishwashers are already traditional. For instance, “Delayed start” - the ability to autostart the car not immediately, but after some time.

Thanks to the delay timer, the washing will start either at night, when everyone is sleeping and there is no one in the kitchen, or during the day when everyone leaves for their business.

Child protection is a useful option if the family has a small child. Locking control capabilities saves the car from breakdowns, and the baby from troubles and injuries

There is another possibility that is not recommended. It is about connecting the unit to a pipe with hot water. Provided that the water temperature in the network is higher than that programmed in the machine, or if the water is of inadequate quality, an emergency stop will occur.

User opinions

Dishwasher KDI 45175 is a current model, it is actively sold in chain supermarkets and on the Internet, but there is no video material about it yet. Conclusions about the attitude of buyers to home helpers can be made only on the basis of written reviews on various sites.

A lot has been written about the advantages of the model. The following points are most often evaluated positively.

The machine belongs to those kitchen devices that outperform well-known brands at an affordable cost. If two dishwashers, identical in design and function, have radically different price tags, then the buyer is more likely to choose a cheaper model.

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

Sometimes with a quick wash, stains from drinks remain on the cups. It follows that dishes with persistent contaminants must be washed using the Eco program, normal or automatic.

Comparison with similar dishwashers

To verify 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 for installation, narrow (45 cm wide), the volume of baskets is designed for 10 sets. For comparison, we take dishwashers of famous brands - Indesit and Bosch.

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

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

Presentation of competing models

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

Competitor # 1: Electrolux ESL 94320 LA

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

Dishwasher Electrolux ESL 94320 LA offers potential owners 5 programs, washing dishes in intensive, normal, economy and express modes. To transfer the start, there is a timer, using which activation can be delayed for a period of 3 hours to 6 hours.

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

The disadvantages of users include the lack of a system that protects against child intervention. There is no display, which can also be considered an inconvenience. A wash with a half-loaded hopper is not provided.

Competitor # 2: Flavia BI 45 DELIA

The Chinese machine is designed to handle 9 cookware sets. This is quite an economical option against compact rivals. She needs 0.69 kW of energy per hour to work; in one cycle she uses only 9 liters of water. Noise is 49 dB during operation. 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 reduced mode. An important advantage is the presence of a half-tank function.

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

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

Competitor # 3: Hotpoint-Ariston LSTB 4B00

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

Hotpoint-Ariston LSTB 4B00 owners can take advantage of four different programs. The unit washes in standard and economical mode, pre-soaks. In the arsenal of technology there is a very useful feature that allows you to wash at half load. At the same time, half of the resources are also spent.

Electronic control. Instead of a display, LED indicators are used to track operating data. There is no system blocking at the hands of young curious researchers. Only the casing protects against leaks.

All units presented in the collection dry the washed dishes according to the condensation principle, according to which water from the walls of the device and from the utensils corpses into the drain pan. Such models are cheaper than turbo-drying equipment. 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 correctly installed and connected. Installation requirements are described in the manual.

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

• it is recommended to turn off the water supply after each wash cycle;
• having taken the dishes out of the baskets, it is necessary to leave the door open in order to avoid the formation of mold and an unpleasant odor;
• procedures for cleaning parts from dirt and plaque should be performed only when the power is off (the machine is in the electrical panel);
• metal, plastic and rubber elements of the machine must not be wiped with solvents and scratching abrasive powders;
• about 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; Hand tools are not allowed - they are very foaming.

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 electricity is turned off and the water is shut off - until the accident is completely eliminated.

If you need to replace a part, we recommend contacting a service center, as self repair removes the unit from the warranty.

Especially dangerous experiments with the repair of electronics. If the indicators no longer light up, and the program “skips” the stages, it is better to promptly call a specialist.

Conclusions and the best deals on the market

Körting dishwashers fully fulfill their value. The KDI 45175 model is characterized by progressive functionality - 8 washing programs and a high class of energy consumption make it attractive even against the background of expensive brands. The machine is suitable for use in an apartment where a large family lives.

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