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Water temperature
tips
Hot water dissolves and activates the
dishwashing
detergent. Hot water also
dissolves grease on dishes and helps dry
glasses spot-free.
For best dishwashing
results, water must
be at least 120°F (49°C) as it enters the
dishwasher.
The dishwasher
will automati-
cally heat the water to help washing
performance.
To check
water
temperature
1. Run hot water at the faucet closest to your
dishwasher.
Let the water run for at least
one minute.
2. Measure the water temperature with a
candy or meat thermometer.
Put the
thermometer
in the running stream
of water.
3. If the water temperature at the faucet is
below 120°F (49°C) have a qualified
person raise the water heater's thermo-
stat setting.
Energy
saving
tips
You can help save energy if you:
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Wash full loads. Running a half-filled
dishwasher
uses the same amount of
electriciiy and hot water as a fully loaded
machine.
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
Use the Energy Saver option when you
don't need a rapid drying cycle. Allow
longer drying times (overnight).
Use a rinse
agent to improve drying.
. Use the Low-Energy
Washing option, if
available. The water heating in the main
wash and final rinse will be reduced.
NOTE: Loads may not wash as well if the
water temperature
is too low.
l
Load correctly for best washing resufts.
Incorrect loading may cause poor washing
and the need to rewash all or part of
the load.
l
Do not pre-rinse normally soiled dishes.
Select the correct cycle for the load and
use the recommended
amount of detergent
for good washing results without hand
rinsing.
. Use your dishwasher
during off-peak
hours. Local utilities recommend this to
avoid heavy usage of energy at certain
times of day.
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