Fully integrated automatic dishwasher with controls mounted on the top edge of door to allow for a full panel to cover the front of the dishwasher. It is completely concealed by furniture trim - combinable with all appliance series. The DF 251 has five dishwashing programs with Aqua-Sensor which selects the washing time automatically depending on boiling and load. The upper basket is adjustable even when the basket is loaded.
Features
- Glass care technology Information
- Power Boost Information
- Aqua sensor Information
- Heat exchanger Information
- Rinse agent adjustment Information
- Rackmatic Information
- Knife basket Information
- Flow-through water heater Information
- Automatic timer Information
- Top basket folding tines Information
- Baking tray spray head Information
- Aqua stop Information
- Energy Star® Information
DF 251: Features
Glass care technology
This new technology avoids damaging fine glassware in several ways: The heat exchanger prevents extreme fluctuation in water temperature, and the surface of your glassware is also protected because the hardness of the water, which is also normally subject to fluctuation, is controlled during the washing process. Both the glassware and soaking programs described above are extremely gentle washing methods.
DF 251: Features
Power Boost
The three main programs can be speeded up whenever items - even those that are heavily soiled - are needed again in a hurry. The best performance is produced in less than one hour.
DF 251: Features
Aqua sensor
This controls the use of fresh water without compromising the rinse results. On programs with pre-wash, an infrared sensor checks the cleanliness of the water after the pre-wash. If the sensor detects that the water can still be used for the subsequent main wash cycle, the water is not changed as it it usually is otherwise. This enables a saving of water of up to one gallon with normal soiling, depending on the program. In Gaggenau´s fully-automatic dishwashers small dirt particles, e.g. residue from tea, are detected in the water. This allows even more efficient use of main water, without impairing rinsing.
DF 251: Features
Heat exchanger
This innovative technology makes use of residual heat in the wash cycle water in an intelligent way. The fresh cold water is collected in a side-mounted reservoir in the dishwasher, ready for use in the next wash cycle, while being pre-heated by the hot water of the current cycle. No more electricity is needed for the drying cycle, which cuts energy consumption by about 15%. Also, keeping the temperature even protects decorative trims and glassware.
DF 251: Features
Rinse agent adjustment
Detergent is dispensed to suit the program selected, saving detergent and protecting the environment.
DF 251: Features
Rackmatic
The height of the dishwasher´s top basket can be easily adjusted by 2 inches, even when fully loaded. This means that bulky items, such as tall glasses in the top basket or big plates in the bottom one, can be easily accommodated without having to rearrange absolutely everything.
DF 251: Features
Knife basket
Ideal for holding long knives or cooking spoons.
DF 251: Features
Flow-through water heater
Water is heated by an externally positioned heating element, leaving more room inside the washing compartment.
DF 251: Features
Automatic timer
The electronic timer enables you to specify when to start the wash program up to 24 hours in advance.
DF 251: Features
Top basket folding tines
The adjustable tines make loading large pots and bowls easier and more flexible.
DF 251: Features
Baking tray spray head
The top basket can be removed from the appliance to make space for large items such as baking trays, metal filters and vases. The spray head, which is an included accessory in all models, ensures that the jets of water are evenly distributed.
DF 251: Features
Aqua stop
With none of our dishwashers is it necessary to turn taps on and off, as an inlet valve opens automatically when the appliance requires water. A multiple system of protective devices that is kept separate from the mains water supply prevents water damage.
DF 251: Features
Energy Star®
Energy Star® qualified appliances use advanced technologies. They consume 10-50% less energy and water than standard models. They help to protect the environment and save money on energy bills.
This appliance has the following accessories:
Silver cutlery cassette
Glass basket
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