A:AnswerThe primary difference between them is the price and the features they offer. While they are all quiet, the 800 series is the quietest with a 39-42 dBA silence rating. I think the recessed handle becomes available in the 300 and 500 series. There is a "MYWAY rack which is adjustable, and a third rack for utensils and flatware on the top, which I don't think the 300 and 500 series have. In the 500 and 800 series, it has auto-dry. The 800 is considered one of the best dishwashers of 2019, and I would agree. There is a model that is rated even higher, but also has a price tag to match ($2000+). I am extremely happy with my 800.
A:AnswerThere is a modular plug (provided with the dishwasher) that can be used on either side of the dishwasher so no matter what side your power supply is. The modular plug is pre-wired to a box, it is from this box you would tie in the hard wire from your old unit.
NOTE: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE NO POWER GOING TO THE KITCHEN AREA THE IS INTENDED FOR THE DISHWASHER UNTIL YOUR INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.
A:AnswerHi AllAboutTheWood. Thank you for your question. The 800 Series Dishwasher, model SHPM78W55N does not allow for a custom panel door. However, model SHVM78W53N is Custom Panel ready.
A:AnswerHi Robin. Thank you for your question. The cut out dimensions for the dishwasher is the area in the cabinet necessary for the dishwasher to fit properly.
A:AnswerYOu just grab the protruding trap on the floor of the machine and turn. We haven't done it since we got the machine. I used to have to pull and clean daily with my old kitchen aid. Most food seems to just go down the hole with the Bosch though and only really large things get stuck.
A:AnswerWoohoo, you do realize that kitchen counters are not even 26" in depth?!! You might be able to fit it on the diagonal but thats a huge pan that no residential dishwasher could easily fit. Large stock pots yes.. The prongs are short so they let you be flexible in placing things. They don't get in the way as much. Plus you can raise and lower the middle rack.
I'm wondering if you made a mistake with the 18 x 26 pan measurement. Sounds like you are in commercial baking. My large pans from the restaurant supply are 13 x 18.
A:AnswerI have a whole house softener as well, but the water in my area is so hard that I get mineral deposits on everything. I recommend using pods and a rinsing agent.
