Dishwasher Use & Care Guide

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
l Wash full toads. Running a half-filled
dishwasher uses the same amount of
electriiity and hot water as a fully loaded
machine.
l Load correctly for best washing results.
Incorrect loading may cause poor washing
and the need to rewash all or part of load.
l Do not prerinse normally soled dishes.
Select the correct cycle for the bad and
use the recommended amount of detergent.
Cycle and option tips
l If your model has the LIGHT WASH cycle,
use it whenever possible. The cycle uses
less hot water and energy than the
NORMAL WASH cycle.
l Run your dishwasher during off-peak hours.
Local utilities recomme
nd avoiding heavy
usage of energy at certain times of day.
l Use the AIR DRY option whenever pos-
sible. Allow longer drying times (overnight).
Use a rinse agent to improve drying.
l Loads may not wash or dry as well if the
water temperature is too low. For best
dishwashing resutts, water must be at least
120°F (49°C) as it enters the dishwasher.
To check water temperature:
1. Run the hot water at the faucet closest to
your dishwasher. Let the water
run for at least 1 minute.
ndy or meat thermometer in the
running stream of water. If
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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