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Samsung DMT300RF[W]
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Approximate retail price:
$349.99
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Summary: This Samsung conventional dishwasher has
• A soil sensor.
• An adjustable upper rack.
• A self-cleaning filter.
• A stainless-steel tub.
• No hidden controls.
• Ample flatware slots.
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Type: Conventional dishwasher
About - Samsung DMT300RF[W]

The Samsung DMT300RF[W] is part of the dishwasher test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, dishwasher models like the DMT300RF[W] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Washing:
Washing performance is assessed by running the normal or equivalent cycle to clean a full load--10 place settings of very dirty dishes that were scraped but not rinsed. We examine the dishes and glassware after cleaning for residual food.

Energy use:
This is for a normal cycle. The largest portion is needed for heating water, both at the water heater and in the machine.

Noise:
This was judged during fill, wash, and drain, mainly by a listening panel.
Features & Specs - Samsung DMT300RF[W]
info Sensor Yes
info Self-cleaning filter Yes
info Stainless-steel tub Yes
info Hidden controls No
info Ample flatware slots Yes
info Adjustable upper rack Yes
info Stainless/SS-look option Yes
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User Reviews - Samsung DMT300RF[W]
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
2.0
Questionable quality
4/10/2012
Pros
Energy Efficient
Quiet
Simple Controls
Cons
Long Cycle
Unreliable
Best Uses
Smaller Kitchens
Comment:
The first time this dishwasher was installed it was a lemon -- the technician couldn't even get it to turn on. So another one was ordered and installed. It is very quiet and cleans fine if the dishes are pre-rinsed. We only use it 2-3 times per week. We have had this dishwasher for 1 year and 2 months and now it is broken! The heating coil died and needs to be replaced. We spoke to Samsung and because it is over 1 year they will not cover any of the costs of repair. Our advice is to be wary of purchasing this dishwasher -- obviously it is not built to last and Samsung is not standing behind their product.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
1.0
Worst appliance ever owned
3/28/2012
Pros
Quiet
Cons
Doesn't Clean Thoroughly
Long Cycle
Smells
Unreliable
Best Uses
Landfill artwork
Comment:
This Dishwashers inability to clean dishes, failure to drain properly and the smell that results from the grime filled gasket at the bottom of the door did not bode well for this appliance. To add insult to injury it packed it in after 14 months of use, and the buttons had to be locked or an inadvertent hip would shut it off. The issues we had are indicative of a poorly manufactured product. Dishes often came out with baked on particles stuck to the inside of tall glasses and after 3 months we figured out that the putrid smell was coming from the gasket at the bottom of the door. It has weeping holes that allow water to drain out of it, problem, food stays in and goes moldy. I cleaned the gasket by squishing and sliding a lysol wipe from the middle to the weep holes. This pushed the rotten food stuffs out of the gasket and into the cloth. The dishwasher smelled 100% better but then required a weekly gasket squishing wipe to keep it that way. The low water level sensor / control board blew up after 14 months. If it wasn't for Customer Service reps, I would have been a very unhappy customer.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By from
 
5.0
Excellent
12/26/2011
Pros
Attractive Design
Cleans Well
Easy To Load
Energy Efficient
Quiet
Simple Controls
Cons
Long Cycle
Best Uses
Comment:
Excellent Dishwasher I had Mielle before and spent $500 every year on repairs. Now i got this from [@] for [$] and plan to throw away if it breaks.. I like the advice buy the cheapest one every year and discard or give to [@]if it breaks.. i refuse to pay for any repairs on dishwashers
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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