How The Dishwasher Works - Asko 3,000 Series Training Manual

How the dishwasher works

The temperature that the heated water reaches is controlled by a thermistor (attached to the inner
door on 3,000 units and in the sump below the door on 5,00 units).
The detergent is dispensed by a solenoid activated dispenser. The first activation dispenses the
detergent, the second activation dispenses the rinse aid. Some units have a rinse aid level indicator
wired to the control unit.
The unit dries by heating the final rinse water to 160 degrees F then dispensing rinse aid into the
water. The injection of the rinse aid gives the water a "sheeting action" off of the dishes and makes it
easier for the water to evaporate.
Drying is further aided by a fan assembly mounted to the inner door. A wax motor opens the vanes
allowing moisture from the tank to pass into the condensation tube. A motor then drives a double sided
fan blade which draws the moisture laden air out of the tank.
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