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

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Wash full loads. Running a half-filled dishwasher uses the same amount of electricity and hot water as a fully loaded machine.

Load correctly for best washing results. Incorrect loading may cause poor washing. You will then need to rewash all or part of a load.

l Do not prerinse normally soiled dishes. Select the correct cycle for the load and use the recommended amount of detergent.

Cycle and option tips

l Use the Low Energy/China cycle whenever possible. The cycle uses less hot water and energy than the Normal Cycle.

lUse 4 Hour Delay Start to run your dish- 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 it is not needed. When this option is off, if water entering the dishwasher is lower than 140°F (6073, the cycle does not take additional time to heat water during the main wash.

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.

To check water temperature:

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

2.Hold a candy or meat thermometer in

the running stream of water. It water temperature at the faucet is below 120°F (49”C), have a qualified person raise the water heater’s thermostat setting.

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