Experience in using the Retona ultrasonic washing machine with reviews

Retona is an excellent alternative to hand washing. What distinguishes it from other washing machines is that the operation is based on the use of ultrasound, rather than mechanical action on the fabric.

Such devices became especially popular at the beginning of the century thanks to advertising and good reviews. Customers really liked the idea of ​​hand washing without any personal effort.

• Operating principle of an ultrasonic washing machine
• Advantages and disadvantages
• Characteristics of "Retona"
• Proper Use
• Consumer Reviews
• Recommendations
• Scope of application of such a machine
• Catalog of washing machines with characteristics

Operating principle of an ultrasonic washing machine

The ultrasonic model is small in size, laundry is not loaded into it, but on the contrary, the device is placed in the laundry. At the same time, you will not see or hear the usual noises and vibrations characteristic of regular washing.

Ultrasound is produced by a special ceramic emitter located under a plastic casing. The frequency of the sound it produces is 100 kHz. This frequency will be invisible to the human ear, but will have an effect on clothing contamination.

Ultrasonic vibrations form many tiny bubbles in water, which destroy the adhesion of dirt particles to fabric fibers and facilitate the work of surfactants included in the powder. Thus, it is possible to achieve deep cleaning of the fibers, which improves the quality of washing.

Ultrasonic washing machine "Retona"

My review of the Reton ultrasonic washing machine

What does a Reton washing machine look like?

We received a small cardboard box from the online store. Inside was the device itself and instructions for it.

The device itself is very miniature. It consists of a thin oval plate, which is an ultrasonic emitter, and a power supply. The block contains a plug for connecting to an electrical outlet and an indicator light. The emitter and the unit are connected to each other by a thin wire. The entire device weighs about 350 g.

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Specifications:

• Voltage – 220 V;
• Current frequency – 50 Hz;
• Power – no more than 9 W;
• The frequency of emitted vibrations is 100 kHz.

Operating principle of the Reton ultrasonic washing machine

When washing by hand, as well as when using an automatic machine, dirt is removed from the surface of the fabric due to mechanical action and the influence of substances contained in the soap solution. The Reton machine works completely differently, and its secret lies in the use of ultrasound. High-frequency waves, which are not felt by humans, cause the formation of millions of small air bubbles in the water. By collapsing, these bubbles weaken the bond of dirt particles with the fabric, facilitating their removal and cleaning the fibers from the inside, and detergents play a secondary role in this process.

Ultrasonic washing machine Retona

This method of washing has many advantages compared to traditional methods: When washing using ultrasound, clothes are not subject to deformation, therefore they retain their shape and wear out less. In addition, with the help of Retona you can safely wash even the thinnest and most delicate fabrics.

Ultrasonic waves are destructive to germs and bacteria, so when using Retona, things are not only cleaned, but also disinfected. This will be especially useful when washing children and people with infectious diseases.

The action of ultrasound helps remove faded particles from the surface of the fabric, so that after washing with Retona, the clothes are renewed and restore their original color.

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Washing can be done in a container of any size without compromising the quality of cleaning. Therefore, the number and size of items is not limited by the capacity of the washing machine drum.

Thus, even bulky blankets and rugs can be washed with Retona. You can also use it to clean fabric bags and backpacks, sports shoes, soft toys and many other items.

Ultrasound is effective in both hot and cold water, so Retona can be used in the country or on a hike. You just need to take into account that the lower the temperature of the solution, the more time it will take to wash.

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The power consumed by Retona is two hundred times less than that of a conventional washing machine, so the ultrasonic device will help to significantly save energy.

Low power also makes the machine one of the safest electrical appliances, so you don’t need to look after it while washing. The device can be left turned on even overnight. At the same time, the possibility of leaks that can occur when using a washing machine is eliminated.

When washing with ultrasound, you can use the most common powders or even laundry soap, which also saves money on the purchase of expensive household chemicals.

How to use a Retona ultrasonic washing machine

Washing with a Reton machine should be done in the following order:

1. Prepare a container for laundry. However, there are no restrictions on the volume and material from which it is made. You can use a plastic basin, an iron bucket, a glass jar, or wash it directly in the bathroom.
2. Fill the selected container with water, the temperature of which should not exceed 90 degrees.
3. Add detergent.
4. Place the selected clothing in the container. In this case, there should not be too many things; they should lie freely in the water.
5. Immerse the emitter of the machine in water so that the laundry is located around it. Insert the power supply plug into the outlet. The indicator light should light up. This indicates that the device has started to work.
6. Leave the device in this position for the entire wash cycle. To make the process more successful, you can mix things in the water with your hands several times.
7. Washing should be completed at the moment when the clothes are completely washed. The minimum time allotted for this procedure is one hour, and the maximum time is unlimited. It increases with a large amount of laundry and heavy soiling. Thick fabrics also take longer to wash.
8. After completing the wash, you need to turn off the machine from the outlet, remove the emitter from the water, wash it with clean water and wipe it dry. Washed laundry should be rinsed and hung.

I can say from myself that Retona is a very unusual device. At first, I couldn’t get used to the fact that when I turned on the washing machine, nothing outwardly happened, and the emitter itself lay absolutely quiet and motionless in the water. However, despite the fact that the operation of the device is invisible, it still removes stains, as promised by the manufacturer, and, moreover, washes very well. I usually wash things in small batches in a basin, and I have no complaints about the results. I also washed a winter jacket, which I definitely wouldn’t risk throwing in a regular washing machine. As a result, all the stains disappeared, and the jacket remained safe and sound.

Retona washing machine

So Retona performs her functions well and helps me a lot with household chores. Of course, in some ways it is inferior to large washing machines, since it can take quite a lot of time to wash out heavy stains, and you also have to wring out clothes by hand, but these are not such important drawbacks. In the future we are going to buy an automatic washing machine, and I will use Retona for washing delicate fabrics, down jackets and other similar things.

Reton ultrasonic washing machine diagram

I was definitely satisfied with my purchase.

Advantages:

• incredibly small and light;
• its use requires minimal effort;
• washes and disinfects things;
• does not damage the fabric;
• suitable for washing bulky items;
• consumes little electricity.

From my own experience, I can say that an ultrasonic machine is a very convenient and useful device that can be useful in every home. You can buy a Retona washing machine at a good price using a button in a trusted store. I'm looking forward to your feedback!

Advantages and disadvantages

Owners of an ultrasonic machine note the following advantages::

• Small size and weight. It is portable, convenient to take with you to the country or on a business trip.
• It works silently.
• Gentle wash. It does not deform things, so it is well suited for woolen items and delicate fabrics.
• Low price. "Retona" is much cheaper than conventional washing machines.
• Disinfection. Ultrasound disinfects things, so it will be very useful for washing children's clothes.
• Color update. Many housewives note that after washing with an ultrasonic machine, the colors on the fabric become brighter.
• Economical energy consumption in comparison with standard SMAs.
• Saving detergents. This machine can be used without powder or using regular laundry soap.

This method is not suitable for many people for the following reasons:

• It will not replace a full machine wash with a spin and rinse cycle. This will have to be done manually.

• The need for participation. In order for all the laundry to be washed, it must be constantly stirred (every 15-20 minutes).

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Advantages of the RETON device:

1. Impact on individual organs, micro- and macrosystems of a person with friendly ultrasonic vibrations.
2. High efficiency of targeted spectral influence at very low intensity.
3. Analgesic, anti-inflammatory and absorbable effect.
4. Pronounced long-lasting aftereffect (prolonged action).
5. The possibility of rapid, painless administration of therapeutic doses of a drug into the body while enhancing its pharmacological activity.
6. It is small-sized, extremely economical, has no adjustments and is convenient for individual use.

The AUTN-01 RETON device has other advantages that you will undoubtedly discover during its use.

Characteristics of "Retona"

“Retona” consists of three main parts: a power supply that connects to an outlet, a cable and an ultrasonic wave emitter - an oval plastic object the size of half a palm. Characteristics:

• Weight: 360 gr.
• Frequency: 100 kHz.
• Mains voltage: 220 V at a frequency of 50 Hz.

• Power consumption – 5W
• Solution temperature: not higher than 90°C.
• Operating mode – without restrictions.

Expert opinion

Retona has an overheat protection system. If, say, the water temperature is too high, the device will turn off.

OPERATING PRINCIPLE OF THE RETON DEVICE:

The RETON device combines ultrasound therapy and medicinal ultraphonophoresis of body tissues.

Ultrasonic vibrations of the RETON device activate metabolism and transport of ions in the cells of affected tissues, modulate the metabolism of connective tissue. In the field of ultrasonic waves, phonophoretic movement of dispersed particles of the drug substance into the tissue occurs. Molecules of medicinal substances entering the deep layers of the skin through the sebaceous glands and hair follicles have a local and segmental-reflex effect on biologically active zones and underlying tissues, and also cause reactions of the capillary network, dermal cells and activate the level of metabolic processes of all layers of the skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue .

Proper Use

The washing process with this simple design looks like this:

1. The basin or bathtub is filled with the required amount of warm or hot water.
2. Powder is added, although you can do without it - ultrasound copes well with contaminants.
3. Linen is placed in the solution.
4. Next, the device is placed in the basin.
5. The adapter connects to the network, the machine starts working.
6. If there are a lot of things, you need to stir it every 20 minutes, otherwise the wash will be uneven.
7. After an hour, the laundry is rinsed and squeezed.

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The Retona is a non-programmable machine, so you need to keep track of the time. Although there is nothing to worry about if the device works longer than expected. This will only improve the quality of the wash.

The effectiveness of the device depends on many factors.

• Firstly, the material from which the basin is made. Metal reflects ultrasound better, which means that in a basin made of aluminum or stainless steel the result will be better.
• Secondly, water temperature. If it is below 50°, then you can forget about quality washing.
• Thirdly, powder. They recommend washing without it, but it’s better to add it. The powder must be hand washable.
• And finally, the amount of laundry. The less, the better it washes.

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Consumer Reviews

How good Retona really is can only be found out from the lips of consumers. Opinions are divided on the effectiveness of the ultrasonic machine.

Review #1

I have been using Retona for 6 years now.
At home I use a regular washing machine, but when I go to the dacha I take a small one with me. It copes with berries too. The main thing is to pour hot water and let it work longer. I am completely satisfied with this miracle helper. Zoya Seregina, 52 years old

Review #2

I often go on business trips.
I spend a lot of time on the road. To always have fresh linen, I take the Retona ultrasonic device with me. In any conditions, washing is not a problem. Score – 5. Vyacheslav Gavrilov, 43 years old

Review #3

I really regret that I bought this useless thing.
It is rightly said: “The miser pays twice.” I wanted to save money and bought into the seller’s persuasion. As a result, no money, no normal car. It washes very poorly, you have to wait a long time. I wash now as before - with my own hands. Alexandra Eremeeva, 47 years old

Review No. 4

I bought an ultrasonic machine for washing outerwear.
I don’t regret it - everything washes out perfectly, things are like new. Satisfied. Marina Zobova, 31 years old

Review #5

I live in a hostel, and there are problems with laundry here.
I play sports, so I often have to wash things. A friend recommended Retona. I bought it and did everything according to the instructions: powder, hot water. I waited an hour - the things were still dirty. In short, I'm thinking of throwing it away. Andrey Filippov, 26 years old

Recommendations

The experience of using the Retona washing machine allowed us to derive some tips for better operation of the device:

• To achieve the best effect, use hot water.
• Place the emitter in the center of the container for more uniform washing.
• Stir the laundry after turning off the machine.
• The work must take at least one hour.
• Add enough water so that the laundry floats freely.
• Before removing items, turn off the device.

• Rinse and dry the device after each wash.
• When folding the device into the box, make sure that the wire does not bend.
• Do not use the machine if the case, cable, or power supply are damaged.
• The power source can only be turned on and off with dry hands.
• It is prohibited to combine ultrasonic washing with boiling.
• You should refrain from repairing the device yourself if it breaks down.

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Let's start washing

1. Just like when washing in a regular washing machine, sort your laundry. Do not wash colored items with white items to prevent them from fading and becoming over-colored. Heavily soiled clothes should be washed separately.
2. Prepare a convenient container for washing (basin, baby bath or any other). The material and volume of the container are not important, but it is better not to use stationary baths. The temperature of the cleaning solution matters. According to Retona's instructions, it is best to wash stains at a washing solution temperature of 50-60 C.
3. Add washing powder or other detergent as much as required for the selected volume of water. The effect of detergents will be enhanced by ultrasound.
4. Place items in a container with cleaning solution. Try not to fill the container to capacity; let things float freely inside it, this will make the washing process more efficient.
5. Now place the Retona washing machine in the center of the container with the washing solution and clothes and plug the power supply into the outlet. The operation of the white Retona will only be indicated by a lit indicator on the power supply. You can also feel a slight vibration on the emitter itself with your fingers.
6. Blue Retona operates silently or with a slight whistle due to the increase in power. The sound can be dealt with by changing the volume of the container or the amount of laundry. You can also see the formation of small air bubbles around the emitter, which allows you to visually monitor the washing process.
7. Leave the container for 1-2 hours depending on the fabrics and dirt. Loose fibers wear out faster, dense fibers take longer. Also, very dirty items will require a longer wash time. According to the instructions, Retona has an unlimited operating mode.
8. Stir the items in the washing container occasionally to ensure an even washing process.

It is worth noting that Retona does not replace bleach or dry cleaning. Some stains can only be removed with specialized products.

Scope of application of such a machine

Due to its portability, gentle treatment of fabrics, ease of use, and the ability to use without chemicals, Retona will be very useful:

• people who often travel and go on business trips;
• summer residents who do not have access to automatic washing outside the city;

• for lovers of rhinestones, beads, sequins on clothes;
• people suffering from allergies or skin diseases.

How effective the Retona ultrasonic device is can only be understood from personal experience. But to prevent it from becoming a disappointment, it is important to understand that this device will not replace a conventional washing machine due to its limited capabilities. It is also important to remember the recommendations for use and follow safety rules.

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Basic information:

The ultrasonic therapeutic low-frequency device AUTN-01 RETON is intended for drug-free ultrasound therapy procedures, as well as medicinal ultrasonic phonophoresis. It allows you to combine the effects of low-frequency ultrasound and the medicinal substance administered with it on various tissues in patients with diseases:

• peripheral nervous system,
• degenerative-dystrophic processes of various origins in tissues and organs,
• skin diseases,
• damage,
• injuries,
• consequences of surgical operations.

AUTN – 01 RETON has a certificate of conformity and a patent for an invention (method of influencing biological objects).