Haier HDT18PA Space Saver Compact Countertop Dishwasher
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: HaierBrand: Haier
Model: HDT18PA
Product features:
- Compact, countertop dishwasher in enameled-steel cabinet
- Holds four full placesettings plus flatware
- Three wash cycles, optional drying--with beep signal
- Connects to sink faucet (connector included), drains into sink
- 17-1/4 inches wide, 21 inches high, 19-3/4 inches deep
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Haier HDT18PA Space Saver Compact Countertop Dishwasher
Customer Review: 1000+ washes
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this unit in April 2003. Before I decided on a Haier I researched four or five other tabletop units. The Haier is the only one with two spray arms. It has the tallest interior height, and was the cheapest. This unit lacks a sanitizing wash, a powered drain pump, and a stainless steel interior. Despite its low ratings I decided that two spray arms were worth the gamble. My first thoughts were that the manual is not well written, the vent dry is useless, it is as loud as an older under counter model, beeps more than necessary, and only cleans dishes that are dirty not crusty. This model has it's quirks but does what it is designed to do.
After about one year it stopped working (5/2004 just out of warranty). Rather than sending the unit for repair I decided to open it and see what was wrong. One of the wires had burned through it's connector and was causing a fault in the computer. A simple repair but kind of a pain to diagnose. Since then the unit has faithfully worked every day sometimes twice a day 1000+ wash cycles. Last week (11/2006). It started leaking. Slow at first than increased to a steady flow. Once again I decided to open the unit and see what was wrong. It was one of plastic water distribution channels that brings pressurized water from the motor to the top sprayer arm. I was surprised to see how cheap and poorly designed these vital parts were. But at an original cost of 175$ and over 1000 washes 17.5 cents per wash was well worth it. I have decided to buy the same model as a replacement. I will update in a few months
If you are handy, don't need instructions and don't mind tinkering with this unit it does it's job reasonably well for it's price.
The key to this product is not to expect it to do what it was not designed to do.
"UPDATE"
My new unit arrived today (11/14/06). Despite having the same model number the current units that are sold have a different design. Gone is the top sprayer arm. SO, the reason I bought haier in the first place no longer applies. The good news is the design of the internal parts is much better than they were in 2003. From looking inside I can see most of the leaking problems would have been resolved. The heater is still close to the control panel so we will have to see how it performs over time.
Description of Haier HDT18PA Space Saver Compact Countertop Dishwasher
HAIER HDT18PA COMPACT DISHWASHER (4 PLACE SETTINGS)Perfect for a small apartment or dorm room, this compact, countertop dishwasher holds four full place settings plus flatware in a separate basket. It offers two wash cycles (normal and heavy), a rinse-and-hold option, and optional drying. A beep signals the end of both washing and drying, while upper and lower spray arms provide thorough cleaning. The 1250-watt appliance shuts off when the door is opened, an alarm sounds if a problem occurs, and another automatic feature stops operation if the water overflows. Installing the dishwasher is simple: the water hose connects to a sink faucet (connector included), and another hose drains into the sink. Clad in enameled steel, the dishwasher looks great and measures just 17-1/4 inches wide, 21 inches high, and 19-3/4 inches deep. It carries a one-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack
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