Saving Energy
Saving energy is important and helps you save money. This section gives you tips on the best
ways to save energy with your dishwasher.
Loading tips
Y Wash full loads. Running a half-filledY Do not prerinse normally soiled dishes.
dishwasher uses the same amount ofSelect the correct cycle for the load and
electricity and hot water as a fully loadeduse the recommended amount of detergent.
machine.
Y Load correctly for best washing results.
Incorrect loading may cause poor washing.
You will then need to rewash all or part
of load.
Cycle and option tips
Y Use the Light cycle whenever possible.To check water temperature:
The cycle uses less hot water and energy1.Run the hot water at the faucet closest
than the Normal cycle.to your dishwasher. Let the
Y Run your dishwasher during off-peak hours.water run for at least 1 minute.
The local utilities recommend that you
avoid using too much energy at certain
times of the day.
Y Do not use the Hi-Temp Wash option if it
is not needed. When this option is off and2.Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the
running stream of water. If
water entering the dishwasher is lower thanwater temperature at the
140!F (60!C), the cycle does not takefaucet is below 120!F (49!C),
additional time to heat water during themain have a qualified person raise
wash. In some cases, loads may not dry asthe water heaterOs thermostat
well when using the Hi-Temp Wash option.setting.
NOTE: Loads may not wash or dry as well
if the water temperature is too low. For
best dishwashing results, water must be
at least 120!F (49!C) as it enters the
dishwasher.
Y Use the Air Dry option whenever possible.
Allow longer drying times (overnight). Use
a rinse agent to improve drying.
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