Dishwasher Efficiency Tips. Whirlpool rud4000

Dishwasher Efficiency Tips

Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing detergent.

Hot water also dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot-free. For best dishwashing results, water 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 your 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.

To check water temperature

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

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

Cycle Selection Charts

Turn the cycle control knob to the desired cycle. If the door is latched, you will hear the cycles start and stop as the cycle control knob passes each cycle mark. This is normal and does not hurt the dishwasher. If you prefer, you can set the cycle control knob with the door unlatched.

NOTE: Use the energy-saving dry option with the Rinse & Hold cycle.

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Water usage is shown in U.S. gallons/liters.

This model meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Cycle time includes dry time.

POTS & PANS

Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled pots, pans, casseroles, and regular tableware.

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

3. Check the temperature on the thermometer as the water is running into the cup.

Additional efficiency tips

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To save water and energy and time, do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher.

Use a low energy, quick, or short cycle whenever possible.

These cycles use less hot water and energy than a normal cycle.

Use a delay feature (on some models) to run your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day.

During the summer, run your dishwasher at night. This reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen.

Use the energy-saving dry option whenever possible. Allow longer drying times (overnight) when using these options. Use a rinse aid to improve drying.

Use cycles or options that add extra heat to the wash or rinse portion of the cycle only when needed.

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

If your home is equipped with a water softener, you may want to avoid starting the dishwasher during the regeneration of the softener, since this may contribute to poor wash performance.

Wash Rinse Rinse Main

Wash

Rinse Final

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

98

Water

Usage

(gal/L)

8.6/32.7

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HEAVY WASH

Use this cycle for loads with heavy food soil.

Use both detergent dispenser sections.

Wash Rinse Rinse Main

Wash

Rinse Final

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

90

Water

Usage

(gal/L)

7.2/27.2

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NORMAL WASH

Use this cycle for loads with normal amounts of food soil. (The energy-usage label is based on this cycle.)

Use covered detergent dispenser section.

Wash Rinse Rinse Main

Wash

Rinse Final

Rinse

Dry Time

(min)

81

Water

Usage

(gal/L)

4.3/16.3

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