Ultrasonic washing machines "Retona"

For modern large-scale household appliances, the main goal is to make life easier for families. But a large washing machine cannot cope with every task: for example, washing delicate fabrics that require only manual mechanical action. You can wash them by hand, or you can use the Retona ultrasonic washing machine. The production of these units is carried out in Russia, in the city of Tomsk.

Retona is a very small device weighing less than 360 g. It is used for washing items that cannot be placed in an automatic machine. Ultrasonic cleaning does not deform the fibers of the fabric and does not harm them, therefore it is well suited for washing knitwear, wool, and other delicate materials. Besides, ultrasound restores the bulk structure of fabric fibers and faded pigment, making the garment brighter.

Retona works according to the following principle:

• the solid rubber activator is placed in the center of the container in which the laundry is and where the washing solution is poured;
• with the help of a piezoceramic emitter, vibration and ultrasonic vibrations appear, which are perfectly conducted in liquid, including soap;
• Thanks to ultrasound, the contaminated fibers are cleaned of the particles that caused the contamination, after which it becomes much easier to wash them with powder or soap.

That is, when washing with an ultrasonic machine, the fibers of the fabric are not cleaned from the outside, but from the inside, and this is much more efficient. The cleanliness of the products is achieved due to vibrations generated by the device inside the container. Dirt is "knocked out" of the fabric, as it were, by a principle similar to knocking out carpets using a special rubber spatula.

Manufacturers claim (and customer reviews do not deny this) that Retona has many advantages. For example, this:

• significant savings in electricity, especially when compared with large washing machines;
• disinfection of things and removal of stubborn unpleasant odors;
• updated color and appearance of the product;
• silent operating mode;
• compactness and lightness of the device;
• affordable price (maximum - about 4 thousand rubles);
• gentle wash, linen retains its original shape;
• minimal risk of a short circuit.

However, there are also disadvantages, which are already noted by the owners of ultrasonic machines. First of all, it is that too dirty things are unlikely to be removed with ultrasound. In other words, for families with children or where there is a need for constant washing, an ultrasonic machine can only be useful as an additional one. An automatic machine is required for the main wash.

It is also very important that ultrasound produces only washing of things... As for rinsing and push-ups, here you need to do everything with your hands, so in comparison with the “automatic machine”, “Retona” loses.

During washing the emitter must be moved, and the laundry must be shifted in different parts upwards.

In order for the Retona to work, it must be connected to a 220 volt power grid.The temperature of the water in which the washing is carried out should not be higher than +80 degrees and below +40 degrees. The device emits acoustic waves with a power of 100 kHz. Before turning on the unit, it is necessary to immerse the emitter in the cleaning solution.

Each product is accompanied by detailed instructions containing instructions on how to use it correctly and information on technical data. The connection diagram is also given in the instructions.

The emitter must be large enough not to vibrate with waves. The frequency should be high enough, preferably at least 30 kHz. And you should always pay attention to the duration of the warranty period - the higher it is, the longer the machine will serve you.

The manufacturer of "Retona" typewriters offers consumers 2 models.

• USU-0710. It can be called "mini", as it literally fits in the palm of your hand.
• USU-0708 with two emitters and reinforced power. Due to the presence of 2 emitters in the model, its vibration effect is 2 times higher than that of the standard model, but it also costs almost 2 times more.

For washing laundry with Retona, you can use a container made of any material, even glass. The temperature of the water must be kept strictly the same as indicated in the instructions for the product, without using either boiling water or cold water. Washing powder is added in the amount specified on the pack in the section “for hand washing”. Items to be washed must be evenly distributed in the container.

The device is placed in the center of the container in which the wash is performed. When the unit is connected to the network, the indicator lights up. If the indicator does not light up, you cannot use Retona. During the wash cycle, the laundry is stirred 2-3 times, depending on the amount.

The duration of one wash cycle is at least an hour, but if necessary, you can wash it even longer. At the end of the wash, the machine must be disconnected from the electrical network, and after that the washed items can be pulled out of the container. Next, you should proceed according to the algorithm of a regular hand wash - rinse the laundry thoroughly and gently squeeze it out. If you wash clothes made of wool, they cannot be wrung out, you need to let the water drain, then spread the laundry on a horizontal surface and let it dry naturally.

When the wash is complete, The "Retona" must be well rinsed so that no powder particles remain on it, and then wiped off.

It is prohibited:

• operate the device with any kind of damage;
• turn the machine on and off with wet hands;
• boil laundry using an ultrasonic unit - this can melt the plastic body of the structure;
• repair the machine yourself, if you are not a specialist in the repair of this kind of products;
• subject the product to mechanical overload, shock, crushing and anything that may damage or deform its case.

Reviews of "Retona" from buyers are very contradictory. Someone thinks that she can cope even with stains from wine or juice, which are considered difficult to remove. Others argue that ultrasonic cleaning is useless for items with stains or just very dirty laundry and you need to either take the items to dry cleaning or wash them using an automatic machine.

Most owners agree that Ultrasonic devices are ideal for cleaning large items such as outerwear, blankets, rugs, pillows, furniture covers, drapes and curtains. They are not only washed, but also disinfected, any ingrained odor is removed from them.

Experts believe that ultrasonic washing machines are in many ways a publicity stunt, but the truth is that their effectiveness in some cases is practically zero... For a thing to be cleaned, the vibrations created by ultrasound are not enough. You need a stronger "shock wave" to knock the dirt out of the thing, for which automatic machines are well suited.

However, for people who wear clothes made of delicate fabrics, and in large quantities (for example, bank employees, MFC, people who dance), such a device can be useful, because it cleans and disinfects things more gently than an ordinary washing machine.

An overview of the Retona ultrasonic washing machine is waiting for you in the video.