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.
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l Wash full loads. Running a half-filled l Do not prerinse normally soiled dishes.
dishwasher uses the same amount of Select the correct cycle for the load
electricity and hot water as a fully loaded and use the recommended amount
machine. of detergent.
l Load correctly for best washing results.
Incorrect loading may cause poor wash-
ing and the need to rewash all or part of
a load.
-Cycle and option tips
l Use the Low Energy/China cycle whenever To check water temperaiure:
possible. The cycle uses less hot water 1. Run the hot water at the faucet closest
and energy than the Normal cycle. to your dishwasher. Let the
l Use 4 Hour Delay Start to run your dish- water run for at least 1 minute.
washer during off -peak hours. Local
utilities recommend avoiding heavy
usage of energy at certain times of day.
l Do not use the High Temp Wash option if 2. Hold a candy or meat thermometer in the
it is not needed. When this option is off,
running stream of water. If
if water entering the dishwasher is lower water temperature at the
than 140°F (SO%), the cycle does not take faucet is below 120°F (49X),
additional time to heat water during the have a qualified person raise
main wash. In some cases, loads may not the water heater?s thermostat
dry as well when using the High Temp setting.
Wash option.
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.
l Use the Air Dry option whenever possible.
Allow longer drying times (overnight). Use
a rinse agent to improve drying.
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