KitchenAid KAD-9 manual Performance Tips

PERFORMANCE TIPS

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent. Hot water also dis- solves grease on dishes, and helps glasses to dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water temperature should be 120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher. Loads may not wash as well if the water temperature is too low. Water that is too hot can make some soils harder to remove, and cause certain detergent ingredients not to function. If the water heater is located far from the dishwasher, it may be necessary to run the hot water at the faucet closest to the dishwasher to minimize the amount of cold water in the water line.

1.Run hot water at the faucet closest to the dishwasher for at least 1 minute.

2.Place a candy or meat thermometer in a glass measuring cup.

3.Check the temperature on the thermom- eter while the water is running into the cup.

•To save water, energy, and time, do not rinse the dishes before placing them into the dish- washer.

•Choose the cycle that describes the most difficult soil on your dishload.

•Do not worry about mixed loads. Any item that is dishwasher safe can be washed using any cycle.

•Use a delay feature to run your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recom- mend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

•Use a rinse aid to improve drying.

•Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash or rinse portion of the cycle for better performance.

•Operate the dishwasher with full loads. Run a rinse cycle after meals until the dishwasher is full.

•If the home is equipped with a water soft- ener, try to avoid starting the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener, since this may contribute to poor wash perfor- mance.

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