ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Dishwashing machine

Okay kiddo, have you ever helped mom or dad wash the dishes by hand? It can be a lot of work and take a long time, right? Well, a dishwashing machine is like a magic box that can wash all the dishes for us!

When we put dishes in the dishwasher, we have to make sure we rinse off any big pieces of food or else it might clog up the machine. Then we put the dishes in the racks inside the dishwasher. There are different racks for different types of dishes, like plates, bowls, cups, and utensils.

Next, we have to add some special soap called detergent. This soap helps to clean the dishes and get rid of any dirt and grime. We usually put the detergent in a little compartment on the inside of the dishwasher door.

Once we have the dishes and soap in place, it's time to start the dishwasher. We close the door and press a button or turn a dial to start the washing cycle.

During the washing cycle, the machine sprays hot water and detergent all over the dishes to clean them. Some dishwashers also have little spinning arms that help to reach all the nooks and crannies.

After the washing cycle is done, the dishwasher will usually beep or make a noise to let us know it's finished. Then, we can open the door and take out the clean, sparkling dishes!

So, that's it in a nutshell. A dishwasher is like a magic box that washes our dishes for us with hot water and soap so we don't have to do it by hand. It's pretty cool, huh?
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