Traditional dishwasher tablets contain phosphates, substances that cause irreparable harm to the environment. Not subject to decomposition, they enter water bodies and provoke the growth of brown algae, which, in turn, seriously impair the quality of drinking water, etc. In the EU countries, the use of phosphates in household chemicals is extremely limited. There are no restrictions in Russia.

Manufacturers of ECO household chemicals offer a safe alternative - tablets for PMM without phosphates and other harmful components. We tested five environmentally friendly PMM tablets. All of them were pleased with the absence of a persistent chemical smell in the dishwasher after finishing work. Below is a short rating of their effectiveness, and even lower: a long story about doubts, torment and victories during the experiment.

Participants in the Eco Dishwasher Safe Tablets test showed the following results ***:

• 1st place (confidently good): Atittude, 40 tablets (1125 rubles), "Stockman"
• 2nd place (good): iKeep! All in One, 28 tablets (320 rub.), "OK"
• 3rd place (mediocre) shared:

• Ecover, 25 tablets, (425 rubles) www.ecovershop.ru
• Almawin, 25 tablets (about 460 rubles), "Bakhetle"

Below the pedestal were:

• Sodasan, 25 tablets (500 rubles), "Mama Bio" (This product is difficult to use as the only one. Salt or rinse must be added).

*** RATING and REVIEWS for the tested ECO-tablets for dishwasher were formed exclusively according to the indicators of cleanliness of the dishes: absence of plaque, streaks, percentage of indelible dried dirt, shine of glass and metal.

EXPERIMENT with dishwasher tablets: How it was

This experiment turned out to be the longest and most challenging eco-friendly household chemical test we have done so far.

It all started with Ecover tablets, the most widespread eco-friendly brand of household chemicals in Moscow. Once I already used them, but my memory left only a vague sensation of annoyance. This time, somewhere on a half-pack of consumed pills, I reluctantly noted that there is more waste in washing dishes (remnants of small particles of dried food, tea plaque) in comparison with traditional pills. I refused to focus my attention on the negative, when, suddenly, I decided to examine the dishes in daylight (which is not easy to do in December): stains and a small white coating were found on the glasses.

OK, this is all our hard water, I thought, but I bought tablets from the German brand Sodasan, which is very nice to me. Looking at the glasses after “Sodasan”, I was horrified: they turned from transparent to opaque. Admire:

on the left is a glass, washed by hand, on the right - a tablet for PMM Sodasan

After "Sodasan" glassware had to be washed by hand, I will not even talk about the other qualities of these tablets - such a powerful white coating had already buried them.

Swearing quietly, I bought Almawin tablets - another representative German brand of safe household chemicals. I must say right away: the results of "Almavin" comforted me a little: stains and white bloom on the glass were still noticeable, but did not make the glasses glaringly frosted. Nevertheless, the Almavin tablets crumbled unpleasantly in the hands and nevertheless periodically left traces of food on the dishes.

Top glass, washed by hand, bottom - Almawin tablet

So, having tested all three of the most widespread eco-brands of dishwasher tablets in Moscow, full of frustration, I went to Germany for the BioFach 2013 eco-products exhibition. ...

But first, I came across the Canadian brand Atittude - natural household chemicals "premium", forgive me for this vulgar language of the merchandiser. "Attitude" just recently appeared in Moscow, but has already won me over with its impeccable naturalness. "What about the dishwasher tablets?" - I asked, showing them photos of what Ecover and Sodasan did? “No, our tablets do not leave such a plaque. Try it. ”The gentleman with the Atittude badge poured a handful of pills into an envelope for me. For a split second, I even regretted not privatizing the dishwasher with me.

The next item for presenting photographs of washed glasses was the Ecover's stand. A pleasant young man with glasses understood all my claims instantly - to wash glass in PMM you need to use this liquid as well - he rushed to the shelf and grabbed a bottle with a gray cap: “This liquid will get rid of stains and white bloom. Try it and see! " There was a German word that was difficult for me on the bottle label, so, just in case, I fixed it, here it is:

But friends from Ecover! This auxiliary liquid is not sold here in Russia. At least, neither online nor offline, I could not find it.

At the Sodasan booth, I had a long conversation with my dear Jorgen Hack, who, even without looking at my photos, instantly understood the problem: “Yes, Sodasan tablets leave plaque. By the way, you think that this plaque is only on the glass, but after all, it is also on the plates. It's just not visible. Plaque is due to the calcium present in the water. We do not use phosphates, so our tablets do not wash away plaque when used alone. How to solve this problem? There are several ways that are best used at the same time:

• add salt to PMM;
• reduce the temperature in the dishwasher - less than 50 degrees - the low temperature does not allow calcium to remain on the surface;
• you can also throw the pill straight into the car, rather than putting it in a special container - it will dissolve faster.

Already in Moscow, I saw that there is the fourth way to get rid of plaque is to buy a special rinse aid for PMM brand "Sodasan"(about 370 rubles). However, in terms of the home budget, the solution is not the first choice.

Therefore, upon arrival, I tried to add salt and throw the Sodasan tablet just into the car - yes, Mr. Hack was right: the plaque has significantly decreased, but alas, it has not completely disappeared. Alas, I could not lower the temperature: the manual for the car was hopelessly lost.

Moscow tests continued. Small square tablets "Attitude" inspired me with brilliant results: the dishes do not smell of chemistry, the food remains are practically invisible, and, most importantly, the glasses are transparent. Yes, small divorces still remain. But, apparently, this is already a question for Mosvodokanal - very hard water.

However, advising even wonderful, but almost gold (at a dollar apiece) tablets for PMM Atittude as the only eco-alternative to traditional means is not the most useful recommendation.

And then the incredible happened: Russian (!!!) manufacturers under the name iKeep! sent their pills for PMM - and gave this review much more practical meaning. IKeep! Tablets are made in a factory in Denmark and are free of phosphates, aionic surfactants, chlorine and metal silicates. Possess the European Ecolabel mark. which indicates the responsible attitude of the manufacturer to ecological resources.

I have iKeep tablets in my test! showed the absence of plaque, very few stains on the glass and satisfactory results in washing off food residues from dishes. On the packaging it is indicated that they remove tea plaque, but in my tests it was not so obvious: on some cups the plaque disappeared, but on others it remained for some reason. But overall, the iKeep! Pills, being the cheapest of the subjects, performed well, comparable to those of the Atittude pills.

Why inexpensive Russian iKeep! does not leave a residue, unlike the recognized leaders of ecological household chemicals - Ecover, Sodasan and Almawin? The ability to read labels provides the answer to this tricky question. IKeep tablets! contain polycarboxylates (less than 5%), which other brands do not have. It is polycarboxylates that show good results in the fight against plaque. But it is precisely they that do not allow the completely eco-friendly iKeep tablets to be achieved! 100% biodegradability. And this, of course, is a small minus. However, a report from the European Organization HERA (Chem Manufacturers Association) indicates that the use of polycarboxylates in household detergents does not pose a threat to the environment. The rest of the iKeep! ecologically flawless. One small plus can only be added: like Atittude, iKeep tablets! packed in a water-soluble film that does not need to be unwrapped. A trifle, but nice.

For me, the test results are unambiguous:

• Absolutely natural Atittude takes the first place in the efficiency rating.
• Behind him is the practical and budgetary iKeep!
• Ecover and Almawin tablets can be used in combination with salt.
• Sodasan requires an extra rinse aid.

Dishwasher tablets are gradually replacing dishwashing powders and gels due to their versatility. Most of them contain salt and rinse aid. The multifunctionality of detergent tablets can be judged by the inscriptions on the packages "3 in 1", "5 in 1", "7 in 1", "All in 1". But do all manufacturers keep their promises?

Dishwasher tablets are not cheap and are the most expensive dishwasher detergent. And from the assortment presented in stores, eyes run up. This article provides a detailed overview of 14 of the most popular tablet dishwashing detergents. Among them are environmentally friendly products, preparations in a soluble individual shell, products compatible with aluminum objects, and many others.

How to choose dishwasher tablets

When choosing a detergent, many factors are taken into account.: washing quality, solubility, environmental friendliness, functionality, price. According to these criteria, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with tablets from 14 different manufacturers.

BOLLA "7-in-1"

Bolla tablets contain enzymes that break down fat with ease... It also contains corrosion inhibitors to prevent limescale build-up on dishwasher heating elements.

pros:

Minuses:

• the product remains on clean dishes - in addition to the washing cycle, you have to start a rinse program;
• insoluble individual packaging on tablets.

Average price per pack of 120 pieces- 1200 rubles.

LOTTA "All in 1" Premium Lemon

Enough aggressive, inexpensive detergent, capable of removing long-term deposits from dishes in one wash.

pros:

Minuses: phosphates in the composition.

Average cost per pack of 100 pieces- 1100 rubles.

Finish

Finish pills produced with antimicrobial additives and lemon scent... Manufacturer - Poland.

pros:

Minuses:

• on fast modes it is not completely washed out and remains on the dishes;
• does not cope with dried dirt;
• leaves an unpleasant odor.

Average cost per pack of 90 tablets- 500 rubles.

Сlean Fresh

Four-component tablets from a German manufacturer became the best dishwasher detergent in the Test Purchase program.

pros:

Minuses:

• is not completely washed off from dishes;
• leaves white streaks on the dishes.

Average price per pack of 60 tablets- RUB 500

Somat All in 1

Somat tool perfectly washes dishes at any temperature regime and any water hardness. Manufacturer - Germany.

pros:

Minuses:

• unpleasant odor;
• may cause an allergic reaction.

- 1000 rubles.

Filtero 7 in 1

Pills cope even with old dirt and dried food residues... Manufacturer - Germany.

pros:

Minus: occasionally leaves streaks on metal objects.

Average price per pack of 150 tablets- 1500 rubles.

Feiry

The product is available in the form of capsules in a water-soluble shell. Effectively deals with various types of dirt: coffee and tea stains, greasy and old stains.

pros:

Minuses:

• strong unpleasant odor;
• overcharge.

Average price per pack of 65 pieces- 1100 rubles.

FeedBack All in 1

Italian pills copes well with fat and burnt oil... They do not leave marks on dishes and do not leave an unpleasant smell.

pros:

Minus: not suitable for all modes;

Average price for 60 tablets- 550 rubles.

Ultimate

A budgetary tool from a domestic manufacturer.

pros:

• does not leave streaks;
• protects the machine from scale;
• does not have a specific smell;
• low price.

Minus only one: Cannot be used with hard water without adding special salt.

Average price per pack of 100 tablets- 600 rubles.

PACLAN Brileo

A universal product for all programs and models of dishwashers(even outdated). Manufacturer - Luxembourg.

pros:

Minuses:

• phosphates in the composition;
• dissolves poorly.

Average price for 110 pieces- 750 rubles.

Frau Schmidt

These pills of the German manufacturer are not so well known, but also worthy of attention.

pros:

Minuses:

• aggressive substances and phosphates in the composition;
• does not wash off dried old stains;
• may cause allergic reactions;
• not environmentally friendly.

Average price per 100 tablets- 900 rubles.

Eared nanny

Environmentally friendly product from a Russian manufacturer... Recommended for washing children's dishes, toys, fruits and vegetables.

pros:

Cons not found.

Average price for 30 tablets- 300 rubles.

Minel Multi 7

Detergent from a German manufacturer dissolves fat even in cold water... Each tablet is in a foil package that protects the product from moisture.

pros:

• environmentally friendly product;
• compatibility with any objects, including aluminum;
• does not leave marks on dishes;
• dissolves even dried fat without presoaking.

Minus: no instructions in Russian.

Average cost per pack of 40 tablets- 600 rubles.

Meine LIEBE All in one

Tablets from an Italian manufacturer in a soluble shell. Allowed to be used for washing children's dishes and toys.

pros:

Minus- high price.

Average cost per 21 tablets- 350 rubles.

BIOMIO Bio-Total "7 in 1"

it the best dishwasher detergent in our rating based on consumer feedback. Phosphate-free but effective dishwashing detergent with eucalyptus essential oil instead of chemical fragrances. Manufacturer - Denmark.

pros:

Minus: high price.

Average price for 30 pieces- RUB 500

How dishwasher tablets work

Dishwasher tablets consist of several components that dissolve gradually - these are compressed layers. First of all, the salt layer dissolves, then the detergent layer, and closer to the end of the sink - the substance that acts as a rinse aid.

Composition and safety of components

Depending on the number of functions that one tablet performs, the components in the composition may differ. The standard tool consists of:

• detergent (main component for any detergent tablets);
• salt to soften water, prevent white stains on dishes and protect the dishwasher from limescale;
• rinse aid that enhances and fixes the effect of the detergent.

Additionally, the detergent may contain:

• a degreaser for breaking down the greasy layer deposited on the inner surfaces of the dishwasher;
• descaler;
• fragrances to eliminate unpleasant odors;
• disinfectants.

Environmental friendliness

Environmental friendliness is not the last criterion when choosing a detergent. Usually, the more effective the remedy, the more aggressive, and therefore less natural, it has a composition... Such a product copes with stubborn dirt, but is not completely washed out from the dishes. And this is dangerous to health.

For reference. Some manufacturers are trying to make the composition of dish detergents less aggressive, for example, replacing chlorine and phosphates with natural ingredients. Some tablets use natural essential oils as a perfume.

How to replace dishwasher tablets

If you suddenly run out of detergent or want to make dishwashing tablets yourself, use our recipe.

Ingredients:

• magnesia (epsom salt) - 500 g;
• borax - 200 g;
• baking soda - 150 g;
• lemon acid.

Manufacturing:

1. Combine magnesia, soda and borax. Stir well until smooth.
2. Add citric acid until the mixture begins to roll into a tight lump.
3. Divide into molds (suitable for ice). Tamp well so that the product does not spill out.
4. Leave at room temperature until dry.

The classic home pill recipe

Another recipe for making homemade dishwashing tablets. The detergent turns out to be as similar as possible to the store.

Ingredients:

• washing powder - 350 g;
• soda ash - 150 g;
• water.

Preparation:

1. Mix dry ingredients.
2. Add water gradually until you get a thick slurry consistency.
3. Divide the resulting mixture into the molds.
4. Leave to harden at room temperature for a few hours.

How well do homemade pills wash?

Expensive dishwashing tablets can be replaced on homemade from improvised means. Soda perfectly cleans away any dirt and disinfects. Even stubborn dirt can be easily removed with mustard powder. Borax adds shine to the dishes by acting as a rinse aid. And if you take washing powder, you get almost the same product as dishwashing powder.

And all this is good, if not for one "but". As in washing machines, in dishwashers detergents for hand washing or washing cannot be used... Individual substances can damage the equipment by clogging it. Not all products are washed out completely.

Which means is better to use: purchased dishwasher tablets or homemade tablets - the choice is yours.

Conclusion

Modern tablet preparations contain salt, cleaning agents, rinse aid and additional components that improve the quality of dishwashing. They are not only excellent cleaning agents, but also prolong the life of dishwashers, replace many additional detergents and are easy to use. There is a wide variety of dishwasher tablets on store shelves, but after reading the presented review, you can choose the highest quality and safest product.

Dishwasher tablets are used to clean dishes from all types of dirt (food residues). They easily cope with fat, tea bloom. Moreover, such a tool takes care of the car at the same time. It can be used at different water temperatures. Some varieties do not require removal of the shell, since it tends to dissolve on contact with moisture.

How to choose

Do not put in the dishwasher a detergent that is not suitable for its properties. It is necessary to take into account the variety of components that are part of the composition, the degree of their aggressiveness, smell. If allergy sufferers live in the house, it is necessary to more carefully approach the issue of choosing pills for PMM. The expense of funds should be taken into account. Some types of tablets may be used in less quantities than recommended. In this case, a good cleaning quality is also ensured.

Composition

The product in solid form resembles small briquettes. It contains compressed active ingredients in dry form. Upon contact with water, the briquette begins to dissolve. The tablets contain 3 or more components. The properties of the drug and its effectiveness will depend on the composition. Types of active substances that are contained in the tablets:

• detergent;
• rinse aid;
• salt;
• air conditioning;
• bleach;
• means for strengthening the surface layer of some utensils;
• flavoring.

Additionally, some components exhibit disinfecting properties, remove scale and resist its formation, and adjust the level of water hardness. However, it is not always advisable to use multicomponent products. This is a good marketing ploy to drive more sales. For tablets to work effectively, you should select only those varieties that satisfy personal requirements. In this case, it is not necessary to use a conditioner or fragrance.

Environmental friendliness

Dishwasher tablets 3 in 1 and other analogs clean the dishes with the best quality if they contain aggressive components. But more and more consumers are looking at sustainable products. This is due to the fact that when using chemicals, some of them remain on the surface of the dishes, even after thorough rinsing.

To reduce the degree of negative effects on the body, safer pills have been developed. They do not contain aggressive components, but due to the combination of substances, the cleaning quality does not decrease. Such products can also be used for washing dishes used by allergy sufferers and children.

Price

The cost of such preparations for dishwashers varies significantly between 250-2600 rubles. Pricing is influenced by composition, properties, volume and consumption. In addition, you often have to overpay for a common brand. If you preliminarily define a number of properties that the tool should have, calculate the frequency of its use, you can buy tablets with a margin for the future, while saving money. Some drugs are available in large packages. As a result, the cost of 1 tablet will be less than when buying a small volume product.

Self-dissolving packaging

In order to improve ease of use, a special coating for tablets has been developed. At the same time, thanks to such a shell, the skin of the hands is protected in contact with the agent. This prevents the development of an allergic reaction in highly sensitive consumers. The advantage of such tablets is that there is no need to open the package. The drug is put into the machine in the form in which it was purchased.

A feature of a self-dissolving shell is susceptibility to deformation, loss of shape under the influence of moisture, in contact with water.

For this reason, such a preparation should not be stored in a room where the level of humidity is increased or there is a risk of splashing water. In this case, the packaging will be prematurely removed, which can cause the tablets to lose their properties.

Popular rating

When choosing a detergent in the form of a briquette, you should not focus only on cost and brand. More affordable products from less common manufacturers can also provide good cleaning performance. For this reason, it is recommended to consider the drug in a complex: take into account its properties, the reputation of the manufacturer and its products, user reviews.

Often, the disadvantages of PMM tablets are discovered in the course of use. Empirically, it was found that some drugs can clean dishes as well if you use a dose 2 times less. A rating of dishwasher tablets will help you make a choice.

Biomio 7 in 1

This dishwashing product belongs to the group of environmentally friendly products. The package contains 30 briquettes. You can buy a product in such an amount for 485 rubles. Composition:

• oxygen bleaching agent;
• polycarboxylates;
• nonionic surfactants;
• perfume based on eucalyptus oil;
• limonene;
• enzymes.

This tool effectively removes any dirt, including fatty deposits, even at low temperatures. Other properties of the drug:

• soft effect on dishes;
• protection of glass objects;
• the presence of a rinse aid in the composition makes the product multifunctional;
• when cleaning stainless steel products, they acquire a shine;
• the level of water hardness is normalized, which prevents the formation of limescale;
• environmental friendliness;
• a barely perceptible pleasant smell remains on the dishes;
• fast dissolution, due to which the tablets can be used when starting a short-acting program;
• soluble packaging.

Considered to be the best dishwasher tablets.

Finish

The drug is manufactured in Poland. It is produced in packages of various forms: cardboard, polymer. This is due to the fact that dishwasher tablets can be purchased in different quantities: 13, 25,28, 36, 50, 54. 65, 80, 90, 100 pcs. At the same time, the cost varies significantly: from 500 to 2800 rubles. More expensive than others is the drug produced in the amount of 100 briquettes.

• sodium tripolyphosphate;
• phosphonates;
• nonionic surfactants;
• polycarboxylates;
• enzymes;
• flavors.

Subtilisin can cause allergies. On contact with the product, the eyes are most affected. To eliminate the risk of touching the drug, you need to put the pill in the machine without removing the package. It is soluble. It is recommended to lay the tablets when the temperature regime is set to + 50… + 55 ° С or when the automatic program is selected. If you plan to run the machine for a short cycle, the drug is left at the bottom of the unit. Properties:

• glass and silver protection;
• giving shine;
• scale protection;
• the ability to cleanse at low temperature conditions;
• removal of various types of contaminants.

Сlean fresh

Tablets of this brand are cheaper than analogues (150 rubles for 15 pcs.). The drug is produced in Germany. Tablets can be purchased individually if necessary. There are products on sale with and without flavors. The preparation contains rinse aid, detergent, oxygen bleach, salt, enzymes, a substance that prevents the formation of limescale. Multilayer briquettes:

• green layer - flavoring;
• blue - cleansing due to active oxygen;
• white - protection against scale;
• blue micro pearls - shine.

The tablets are placed in a special compartment. The manufacturer claims that this product removes the most stubborn dirt.

Somat all in 1

Tablets in the amount of 52 pcs. can be purchased for 975 rubles. The product is produced by a Russian company. Composition:

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• inorganic salt;
• complexing agent;
• oxygenated bleach;
• phosphonates;
• polycarboxylates;
• nonionic surfactants;
• enzymes;
• polymer;
• preservative;
• dye;
• fragrances.

The product gives shine to dishes and glass. Its advantage is the high quality of cleaning, along with other functions: whitening, descaling. The tablet starts working at a temperature of + 40 ° C. It is not recommended to use the drug in cooler water. The advantage of this type of tablets is the absence of phosphates in the composition.

Filtero 7 in 1

A large package of the product (150 briquettes) can be purchased for 1600 rubles. The drug is in good standing with consumers and is produced in Germany. Its advantage is the ability to perform several functions at the same time:

• The detergent effectively cleans dirt, but at the same time acts delicately without damaging the top layer of the material.
• The rinse aid helps to clean the dishes from food debris and dirty water, as a result plates, cups, glasses and other items acquire a shine, and no smudges remain.
• The rinse aid booster allows you to quickly deal with stubborn dirt.
• Glass protection - as a result, white smudges do not remain on such items, they do not lose their luster.
• The composition contains components that neutralize odors.
• The product gives shine to the stainless steel and helps to preserve it.

Feiry

The average cost of a pack containing 50 tablets is 760 rubles. The drug of this brand is produced in the form of soluble capsules containing a gel and a powdery substance. Their dissolution rate is higher in comparison with analogs. This allows the capsules to be used when starting a fast cycle. The tool is positioned as the most effective in the fight against complex fat. Thanks to the fragrance, a light pleasant aroma remains. The preparation contains detergent, rinse aid, salt and auxiliary components.

Ultimate

The tablets can be purchased in a large pack containing 200 pcs. The cost of the pack is 1000 rubles, which is much less compared to other varieties. Composition:

• phosphates;
• oxygenated bleach;
• nonionic surfactants;
• enzymes;
• polycarboxylates.

The shell must be removed from the tablets. If the water is characterized by increased hardness, it is recommended to use it additionally. It is not recommended to wash dishes made of crystal or with wooden parts using this product. Such tablets are versatile. They are suitable for different dishwashers: Bosch, Indesit, Hansa, etc.

Frau Schmidt

The drug can be purchased for 355 rubles. (the package contains 30 pcs.). Composition:

• phosphates;
• oxygen bleach;
• nonionic surfactants;
• polycarboxylates;
• phosphonates;
• perfume;
• enzymes.

The recommended storage temperature is not higher than + 40 ° С. It is recommended to remove simple dirt at a temperature of at least + 55 ° С. Difficult stains are cleaned at a temperature of + 65 ° C. If the water is hard, you should additionally use salt, rinse aid. The packaging of tablets is not soluble, which means that it must be removed before placing the product in the container.

Feedback all in 1

The drug is manufactured in Israel. You can buy 30 tablets for 420 rubles. Composition:

• nonionic surfactants;
• phosphonates;
• oxygen bleach;
• polycarboxylase;
• amylase enzymes;
• phosphates;
• protease;
• flavoring.

This product is suitable for various dishwashers. Its main properties:

• antibacterial effect;
• cleansing any dirt, including burning stains;
• normalization of the water hardness level;
• prevention of scale formation;
• giving shine to dishes;
• does not contribute to the destruction of the top layer of the coating on products with painting.

Paclan brileo

There are different types of products of this brand: Classic, All in one silver. The amount of the drug can vary from 56 to 100 tablets. The price also changes: 940 rubles. and more. In terms of composition, these funds differ slightly. When using both types of preparations, you should not wash crystal and wood products in a typewriter. The version of the All in one Silver product is distinguished by the ability to book a tablet in a package, since it is soluble.

Eared nanny

It is a relatively affordable drug. It can be purchased for 280 rubles. (20 tablets). The tool is positioned as effective for washing dishes, which is used by children over 3 years old. The coating of the tablet is insoluble and must be removed before use. This product is not suitable for cleaning products made of aluminum, wood, thin glass. If the water is too hard, you must add salt and rinse aid to the special compartment yourself. Wash your hands after using this drug.

What can be replaced

If there are no tablets or detergent for the car in a different form nearby, it is possible to make it yourself. For this you will need:

• soda - 150 g;
• boric acid or borax - 200 g;
• 500 g of magnesium;
• lemon acid.

The components, except for the last, are combined until a uniform mass is obtained. Then citric acid is added. It is used in any amount: you need to get a dense mass as a result. For the product to solidify, it is recommended to leave it in a mold, for example, for ice, but should be stored in a warm place.

Where to insert

The drug is placed in the main compartment for the detergent, if no special compartment is provided. The container is closed and has an opening for water supply. Some manufacturers advise placing the tablet directly on the bottom of the machine. It is permissible to do this only if the instructions contain a corresponding recommendation. In most cases, 1 tablet is enough for 1 cycle of work. If the load is incomplete, the drug can be divided into 2 parts and inserted into the compartment separately.

Why does not dissolve

Possible reasons:

• low water temperature;
• the product was in contact with moisture, therefore it froze;
• weak water pressure;
• the expiration date of the drug has expired;
• the detergent drawer is clogged or the tablet has not been placed in the correct position.

First, you need to check the storage conditions and parameters (shelf life) of the drug. Then other factors are already considered, explaining why the tablet does not dissolve: damage, blockages, etc.