Whirlpool 980 Series - Manual (Page 19)

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
• 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
and the need to rewash all or part of load.
' Do not prerinse normally-soiled dishes.
Select the correct cycle for the load
and use the recommerKled amount of
detergent.
Cycle and option tips
• Use the LOW ENERGY cycle whenever
possible. The cycle uses less hot water
and energy than the NORMAL cycle.
• Use 4 HOUR DELAY START to run your
dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local
utilities recommend avoiding heavy usage
of energy at certain times of day.
• 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 (60°), the cycle does not take
additional tin» to heat water during the
main wash. In some cases, loads may not
dry as well when using the HIGH TEMP
WASH option.
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 dish­
washer.
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.
2. Hold a candy 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.
• Use the LOW ENERGY RINSE option to
turn off the automatic water heating in the
final rinse.
• Use the AIR DRY option whenever pos­
sible. Allow longer drying times (overnight).
Use a rinse agent to improve drying.
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