WD’s Guide to Dishwashers<\/a>.\u00a0 Yes, I have been doing it wrong and learned all kinds of things.\u00a0 Here’s just a small segment on how to save a dollar or two!<\/i><\/div>\n6 Ways to Save Money\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
1. Use the lightest cycle possible.<\/b> \u201cThe heavier the cycle, the more water and energy you use,\u201d says Edwards. Heavier cycles mean more tub fills and drains. Normal cycles typically fill four or five times, light washes around three.
\n2. Use less detergent.<\/b> \u201cHow much you use should depend on how much food soil is in the machine, not on how many dishes,\u201d says Dries. Experiment to determine the smallest amount that works, and consult your manual, which tells you precisely how much to use. My dishes clean just fine with a teaspoon of powder detergent.
\n3. Don\u2019t run the hot water beforehand.<\/b> \u201cSome people run hot water in their sink for a minute before starting the dishwasher, assuming that the water going into the dishwasher will then be warmer,\u201d says Dries. But there\u2019s no need\u2014modern dishwashers have their own water-heating element, to heat water well above the 120\u00b0F of most household faucets.
\n4. Skip heat drying. <\/b>(Unless you need dry dishes immediately.) The dishes will dry on their own, especially if you\u2019re using a rinse aid. A trick of the trade: If you happen to be standing next to the dishwasher when it finishes, open the door. \u201cFlash drying\u201d will happen: The dishes are at their hottest point, and when suddenly exposed to cool air, they\u2019ll give up moisture at the fastest rate.
\n5. Rinse and hold.<\/b> It\u2019s absolutely fine to run your dishwasher once a week. In the meantime, just run the rinse-and-hold cycle to prevent smells.
\n6. Always run it full. <\/b>You knew that already, right?<\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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