captpierre Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Hey Guys. I need to replace a dishwasher at the cottage. Are any less troublesome than others? I will be shutting the cottage down in the winter and will have winterize it. Are some harder to do that? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Ge Profile dishwashers are a good bang for the buck. Easy to repair, and parts are available for a long time. In my kitchen, all GE Profile, In my laundry room GE front loading Magellans. Of the North Americain makes, you cant go wrong with GE. Stay away from Bosh, Asko, Miele, Haier. Whirlpool Kichen Aid where good bets at one time, not so much now, and Maytag is no longer Maytag. They are whirlpools with a Maytag name plate on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Dishwasher.. for the cottage... they don't come any better than these two models!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 (edited) I just use paper plates and plastic silverware. When you're done, into the woodstove or firepit they go. Edited April 16, 2012 by DRIFTER_016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tb4me Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 get yourself an outfit that matches the fridge and stove so the dishwasher (you) match! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpierre Posted April 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Thanks Mercman. I appreciate your input. Very confusing for us consumers. Consumer Reports rates the Bosch machines the best and GE doesn't even show up in the top 50 according to them. I don't mind paying extra for greater reliability but would hate to do so for a problem machine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpierre Posted April 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Dishwasher.. for the cottage... they don't come any better than these two models!! Love the pink gloves! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Thanks Mercman. I appreciate your input. Very confusing for us consumers. Consumer Reports rates the Bosch machines the best and GE doesn't even show up in the top 50 according to them. I don't mind paying extra for greater reliability but would hate to do so for a problem machine You have to look at after sales service when buying appliances.Bosh has a very limited service network, as do Asko,Miele, and Haier. You may have only one tech within 100 miles who is able to repair them, and yes, like all appliances they most definately do break down. Oh, forgot Fisher Paykal. Hardly anyone works on those machines, and getting parts is a pain in the Or you can ask Wayne if he will lend Terry to you on a rotation schedule to do your dishes for you. The older models are the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigugli Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 I thought that was what kids were for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue pickeral Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 I'd be looking into what auto dishwasher soaps do to a septic system as opposed to non-phosphate hand washing soap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 I'd be looking into what auto dishwasher soaps do to a septic system as opposed to non-phosphate hand washing soap. If your septic field is up to code and working correctly the soaps and bleaches you use day to day will have no negative impact. If you want to be proactive feel free to add 1 pack of bakers yeast every 6 months to the toilet bowl and flush it down. As far as a dishwasher the unit that is sold locally and serviced in cottage country would be your most likely choice. You can also get a cheap unit and just consider it disposable if you are way back in cottage country too. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbles Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 I'd say 25, 5'7, 125 lbs, 36-24-36, redhead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 I'd be looking into what auto dishwasher soaps do to a septic system as opposed to non-phosphate hand washing soap. A few years ago, this would have been a big concern, but today with phosphate free detergents, and the up coming total ban on phoshates, not so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Dog with long tongue, it also solves the problem of repeat uninvited guests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 (edited) call me a northern boy but what the hell do you need a dishwasher at the cottage for? i guess that's why we call them "camps" up here. too much! Edited April 16, 2012 by Dr. Salvelinus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 A man's summer home, is a man's summer castle. Over here, camps are for campers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ThisPlaceSucks Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 and here i though we went to these places to experience nature! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Dishwasher.. for the cottage... they don't come any better than these two models!! I've heard some complaints about emissions from those models. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 I don't think I've ever been to a cottage with a dishwasher. I have a dishwasher at home and don't even use it. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 (edited) and here i though we went to these places to experience nature! x2 I thought that was what kids were for? Worked for my parents and my kids.LOL Edited April 16, 2012 by Misfish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue pickeral Posted April 17, 2012 Report Share Posted April 17, 2012 While I haven't checked the side of the box of soap for dishwashers lately, I was never enthused by the list of chemicals that threatened to end the anaerobic action of the septic tank,which would result in clogging the leaching pipes (and their aerobic action)and some heavy duty replacement/refurbishment costs, or a holding tank (YIIKES)if ground was old and saturated. However, a dishwasher has many positive aspects, even at the camp. -you can wash dishes at a time when the hydro rates are at a lower cost per KWH through an automatic setting. -thorough washing and drying in a machine cuts down on the possibility of the 'runs' (G.I. distress)that might result through use of dirty rags and towels used in hand washing.(I know two hospitals that lost accreditation for such practices) -you can store dirty dishes to wash later in a large batch so that wear and tear is spread out amongst your whole collection as opposed to using the same ones over and over again. Consider how many times the average dish goes through hot and cold cycles through a microwave, gets chipped, cracked and other stresses. Might be time to have another look if the soap is improved as much as others say it has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted April 17, 2012 Report Share Posted April 17, 2012 My sister-in-law (our real-estate agent) bought us a Kirkland "Signature " (Costco) dishwasher when we moved in here...sez on the front that it was manufactured by GE...No problem for close to nine years ... Don't know what $ she paid but I would imagine it was not too expensive... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 My sister-in-law (our real-estate agent) bought us a Kirkland "Signature " (Costco) dishwasher when we moved in here...sez on the front that it was manufactured by GE...No problem for close to nine years ... Don't know what $ she paid but I would imagine it was not too expensive... Good inexpensive and dependable. Appliances are becoming like "FASHIONS" People buy them cause they look good or expensive, not because they work well and are dependable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish4Eyes Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 A Miele appliance is hard to beat in my books. If you buy new, they offer 10 year free warranty at the moment. I'm sure that ain't for no reason either. If you don't want to break the bank, keep an eye out on this site every thursday for scratch and dent inventory: http://www.mieleunboxed.ca/ click on inventory list for a list of all their scratch and dent inventory. Discounts range from 25-45% off dependent on the amount of damage. Located at 410/Steeles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fisherman7 Posted April 19, 2012 Report Share Posted April 19, 2012 A Lab or an Irish Setter would be my choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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