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Avanti 18" Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher (Model #DW181SS)

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★★★★☆
3.8

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Pros

  • Simple controls (8)
  • Easy to load (7)
  • Quiet (7)
  • Attractive design (6)
  • Cleans well (6)
  • Energy efficient (6)
  • Multiple settings (3)
  • Fast cycle (2)
  • Beautyful design (1)
  • Cleans good (1)
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Cons

  • Long cycle (3)
  • Noisy (2)
  • Awkward loading (1)
  • Came with wrong fitting (1)
  • Continually breaks down (1)
  • Doesn't dry well (1)
  • Doesn't load easy (1)
  • Flimsy rack slides (1)
  • Not durable (1)
  • Poor quality (1)

Best Uses

  • Small kitchens (11)
  • Delicate items (4)
  • General purpose (4)
  • Pots and pans (4)
  • Large kitchen (2)
  • Everyday (1)
 
 
 

Product Features

  • Color: Stainless Steel
  • 8 Place Settings
  • 7 Automatic Cycles
  • Stainless Steel Interior and Exterior
  • Nylon Coated Upper and Lower Racks
  • One Piece Silverware Basket
  • 3 Stage Filtering System
  • Rinse Aid Dispenser
  • Power Indicator Light
  • Full Length Flat Door with Recessed Handle
  • Extra Long Leveling Legs for Easy Adjustment
  • Designed for Built-in Applications
  • Stain and Corrosion Resistant

Specification Description
Model DW181SS
Amps 15
Built-In/Portable Built-in
Capacity 8 place settings
China/Crystal Setting Yes
Color Stainless Steel
Control Style Full Console
Control Type Digital
Controls Manual
Cycles 7
Depth 22"
Drain Pump Y
Dry Type Vented
Energy Star N
Heavy Duty Wash Yes
Height 33"
High Temperature Wash Yes
Labor Warranty 1 Year
Max. Water Temp. N/A
Maximum Diameter of Place Settings 11"
Number of Place Settings 8
Number of Spray Arms 2
Parts Warranty 1 Year
Product Dimensions Height: 32.75"Width: 17 3/4"Depth: 22"
Quick Wash Setting Yes
Rack Material Nylon
Rinse Aid Dispenser Yes
Spray Arms 2
Stainless Interior Y
Stainless Steel Interior Yes
Temperature Settings 3
Type Built In
Voltage 115 Volts
Water Filtration Yes
Weight 75 lbs.
Width 17 3/4"
Window N

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Last update: Nov 8, 2009

Avanti 18" Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher (Model #DW181SS) Reviews

 
 
 

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★☆
4.0
So far so good

"I re-did my mother-in-laws 1959 kitchen. She's 94 and has never had a dishwasher. the kitchen is VERY TINY and the size of this DW fit the bill. It was easy to install, and MUCH quieter than expected. Has several good cycles and we ran dishware through most of them as we re-stocked the cabinets. It holds a suprising amount if there are no pots or large bowls. The inside racks have a flimsy feel to them but the..." Read Full Review »

Oct 24, 2007 by son-in-law

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Not worth the hassle

"I purchased this to fit in my compact kitchen in August 2007. Upon initial installation, it would not complete a regular cycle. I had to contact the warranty department to arrange a repairman to come service it. Upon assessing the problem, he said the wiring for the motor was loose. He pushed it in, but said that it will come loose again. He also told me that I shouldn't have purchased this brand because they co..." Read Full Review »

Jul 02, 2009 by Dissatisfied

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Avanti 18" Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher (Model #DW181SS) Review

So far so good

★★★★☆
4.0

"I re-did my mother-in-laws 1959 kitchen. She's 94 and has never had a dishwasher. the kitchen is VERY TINY and the size of this DW fit the bill. It was easy to install, and MUCH quieter than expected. Has several good cycles and we ran dishware through most of them as we re-stocked the cabinets. I …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 24 2007
son-in-law
DeLand, FL
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Price: $329.00
 
 

Avanti 18" Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher (Model #DW181SS) Review

Not worth the hassle

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Cleans Well
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • Continually breaks down
  • Long Cycle
  • Unreliable

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I purchased this to fit in my compact kitchen in August 2007. Upon initial installation, it would not complete a regular cycle. I had to contact the warranty department to arrange a repairman to come service it. Upon assessing the problem, he said the wiring for the motor was loose. He pushed it in, …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jul 2 2009
Dissatisfied
Maryland
I am:
  • Casual Cook
Reviewed at:
Price: $399.60
 
 

Avanti 18" Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher (Model #DW181SS) Review

Appreciate this model

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Cleans Well
  • Easy To Load
  • Energy Efficient
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • Noisy

    Best Uses

  • Smaller Kitchens
 

"We bought this dishwasher for our "Remodeled" Basement Apartment. Initially, the dishwasher was quite noisy. Then my husband added extra insulation around the dishwasher while installing it under the counter. Noise level is much diminished! "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 8 2009
Martie
Grand Ronde, OR
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  • Casual Cook
Reviewed at:
Price: $399.60
 
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Avanti 18" Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher (Model #DW181SS) Review

looks good

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Cleans good
  • Fast Cycle
  • Multiple Settings
  • Quiet

    Cons

  • Doesn't load easy

    Best Uses

  • Delicate Items
  • Pots and Pans
  • Smaller Kitchens
 

"i have 3 one in my boat one in my house and one in a rental. it is very quiet and cleans excellent, only thing is that the placement of dishes is difficult with the plastic guides that are in place. you have to figure out your own pattern that works good "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 17 2008
capt ron
florida palm beach
I am:
  • Avid Cook
Reviewed at:
Price: $399.60
 
 

Avanti 18" Built-In Stainless Steel Dishwasher (Model #DW181SS) Review

Everything isn't always as it appears

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • Awkward Loading
  • Long Cycle

    Best Uses

  • Smaller Kitchens
 

"Disappointed from the start. From the picture of the product on the website you would think it was already built into a small cabinet so you could just plug it in, hook up to the plumbing and go....had to rewire the thing and buy an entire new countertop and build around it to install it. A normal …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jun 26 2009
Disappointed Diane
Newport News, VA
I am:
  • Casual Cook
 
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