Saving Energy - Whirlpool 400 Series Use And Care Manual

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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Wash full loads. Running a half-filled
dishwasher uses the same amount of
electricity and hot water as a fully loaded
machine.
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Load correctly for best washing results.
Incorrect loading may cause poor washing
and the need to rewash all or part of load.
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Do not prerinse normally-soiled dishes.
Select the correct cycle for the load and
use the recommended amount of detergent.
Cycle and option tips
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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.
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Run your dishwasher during off-peak hours.
Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy
usage of energy at certain times of day.
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Use the AIR DRY option whenever pos-
sible. Allow longer drying times (overnight).
Use a rinse agent to improve drying.
. 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%) as it enters the dishwasher.
To check water temperature:
1. Run the hot water at the fau-
cet closest to your dish-
washer. Let the water run
for at least 1 minute.
2. Hold a candy or meat ther-
mometer 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 heaters
thermostat setting.
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