Those who have left praise for the dishwasher think it does a decent job cleaning, has relatively quiet operation, and find its adjustable middle rack helpful. Owners seem to be happy with their LDFN4542S, awarding it a 4.3 out of 5 stars across major retailers. Just keep in mind you might not be able to keep everything you want up there. Third racks are traditionally shallow, but can usually accommodate just about any large utensil and even small bowls. The third rack is traditionally used for storing items that are too large for the cutlery basket, like spatulas and ladles, but the LDFN4542S had some trouble accommodating even a relatively flat serving spoon: Its upturned edge was just tall enough to get caught on the ceiling’s edge. The third rack isn’t deep enough for a serving spoon, meaning all your ladles and ramekins are definitely out of luck.ĭepending on what kinds of cooking utensils you regularly use, this could either be a complete non-issue or a dealbreaker. While many of the plates were completely clean after a cycle, the LDFN4542S seemed to have some consistency issues with its wash and spray arms, leading to a few stubborn stains stowed in certain locations only getting 10% to 20% clean. While the LG LDFN4542S is able to get decent cleaning numbers on its Heavy cycle, its Normal and Express cycles disappoint big time, only cleaning away 87.61% and 88.82% of the total stains respectively-a significant step down from an average performance. Generally anything more than a few specks is going to go back in for a second wash cycle. Numbers are almost always in the mid-to-high 90% range, because people tend to have a relatively high bar for when dishes are considered “clean.” Most dishwashers are able to get dishes between 96% and 98% clean after a wash, depending on the cycle. What we don’t like Its cleaning power is underwhelming for a dishwasher at this price point The app lets you track diagnostics and control your LG appliance remotely. Rounding out the LDFN4542S’s usability features is its Wi-Fi connectivity, which grants you access to LG’s smart app, ThinQ. Having trouble fitting a few taller items like delicate wine glasses in the middle or lower rack? No problem: The LG LDFN4542S’s middle rack can be adjusted vertically, allowing you to give either the lower or upper rack a bit more vertical clearance. The upper rack can be adjusted up and down by pressing the two black buttons on its sides.

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