Detergent packs are kinda wishy-washy (Dishwashers Explained)

Ever wonder how dishwashers work? Are you ever bummed by the performance of yours? Well, this video can answer your question and possibly provide you with a solution!
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[TechnologyConnections]

If packs were sold with, maybe, tear-off baby packs meant to be thrown in along with the main wash, I'd be elated. And, to be clear, it's not like I think packs, tabs, whatever don't work - I'm sure plenty of you have fine experiences with them. They just... well as I said they don't make sense to me. Not for a dishwasher, anyway!

[theCodyReeder]

As someone that didn’t grow up with a dishwasher this was very informative.

[zirilon]

I told my wife this, she now says, "Okay, go tell that guy his stupid thing worked." You have fixed our issues. Thanks.

[raydunakin]

Congrats, you made a 30-minute video about dishwashers that was actually worth watching!

[briteddy]

I don't know why but my two year old loves this video. He has watched it during breakfast the past three days straight. Thanks for the learning and the chance to drink my coffee.

[Ranger_Kevin]

Okay, you actaully made me look at my Dishwashers Owner's manual.
This is a BOSCH and I am located in Germany, for reference.
The dishwasher does not have a pre-wash compartment.
In the instructions it says (roughly translated) "Attention: due to the different activation time of detergent tablets you might have inferior cleaning power with short-running programs. We recommend powder detergent". Furthermore: "If you use powder detergent, we recommend pouring in a little extra directly into the tub for intensive cleaning, in addition to the detergent dispenser".

[jwilder]

I can't believe I watched (and was entertained by) a 30+ minute video about dishwashers.

[WillProwse]

I have never had such a strong urge to buy powder dishwasher detergent

[grannyflatgarage]

What I can't believe is the pod manufacturers haven't got onto this and developed pre wash pods which are 1/4 the size, another consumer product right there!

[ryanm]

We live in a world where a guy on YouTube talking for half an hour about dishwashers is more entertaining than everything on television.

[RobertLanghorn]

Appliance Repair Technician here. 7:36 The "second hidden sensor" for water level you pointed to is actually the High-Limit Thermostat which opens at 200°F in the case that the heating element runs away.

[shaneholstien]

"The Jets are pointed in all sorts of Different Directions a Definitely Deliberate Design Decision, Distributing a Deluge of Detritus Decongestant Directly at Dirty Dishes." 13, I am impressed.

[melcoleman]

Because of your video, we checked our GE dishwasher - and yep - there's a depression in the dispenser lid for the pre-wash cycle. And - oh, yeah - filters. Hadn't touched the filters since the washer was installed 7-1/2 years ago. It was a special date night to clean-out the filters and their surroundings of "black, greasy goop. Fun times was had by all!

[waynechesser]

"...sitting undisturbed for three days." - Someone knows how most households work.

[UselessDuckCompany]

I tried the tips in this video, running the tap hot first, and added pre-wash soap, and damn this really helped. My dishes and the dishwasher tub itself are spotless after the wash. Good stuff.

[khananiel-joshuashimunov]

"Honey, please do the dishes."
"No! Science demands they age for two more days!"

[AdamAmbrus]

What i really appreciate is that the subtitles aren't just left as they were generated, but are actually proofread, have interpunction added etc. 10/10 experience.

[iLumberjack]

Love this dude. He simultaneously seems like he's in his 20's and 70's. He does techno incredulity better than almost everyone.

[RiderOmega]

Pulling a whole dishwasher onto the table is a far bigger power move than I ever go into a youtube video expecting. Good job.

[MrDamodee]

I clicked on this video and thought "Why half an hour long?" and thought I'll skip when I get bored. Well, I have now watched 18 of these videos and I can honestly say, for reasons unknown, I have watched without skipping and enjoyed everyone. Hats off and I think a patreon contribution is well deserved. Love the guys personality and he is so engaging to listen to!