Electrolux Global 300 DX300WA

Updated to DX301 - as the WA started leaking water in power panel 2013 – Dishlex Global 300 WA has been a very reliable washer. Most loads come out clean. It doesn't do a good job with small seeds like chia nor baked on food. Fishbones will end up in the filter, so check monthly. WA started leaking water in power panel 2013 updated to latest model which has 30 minute cycle. Hard to get cups to stay on racks on this Polish made machine. Reliable. Very quiet. Easy to clean. Eco-cycle saves energy. Knives will cut the plastic holder. I repaired mine with fine galv fencing wire to stop them falling through. Sometimes the powder will clog in the detergent receptacle.Can chip cups unlike our previous Whirlpool (german made) which never chipped.

Good – Reasonably happy with this unit. Other than the noise - I have an open plan family room/meals / kitchen - gets a bit annoying when trying to watch telly can't really fault the performance. In fairness - we rinse the dished pretty well - before we place in the dishwasher so we get a very good clean and have never had smells or blockages. Smart looking design, good clean. handle broke at ~ 15 months - actualliy 1 small plastic clip inside the handle unit. I improvised a 'fix' with some synthestic rope, worked for 7 years after that. Now [at ~9 years] getting a short that trips safety switch. I'm advised it is the heating element - I'll investigate fixing this and see if I can get 7 more years out of it.

Somewhat noisy when drawing water.

Wash cycle seems a bit long.

Cutlery basket allows forks / spoons to protrude and jam draws.

No fuss dishwasher – I moved in to an apartment with this dated model dishwasher which I thought would be a problem, but I have no issues at all. Coming from a home which had a double drawer Fisher & Paykel, I wasn't impressed with going back to single drawer dishwashers. But after using this for 2 years, I'm pleased with the results. It's easy to load and unload, the various functions are straight forward. No complications at all!

The size also suits big pots and has no issues with any of my dirty dishes. Easy to use, plenty of space, no residue, drying cycle, cleans well, and easy maintenance.