This will enable you to lower your water heater s temperature to 120 F and further reduce your water heating costs. Instead of using the drying cycle, open the door and pull out the racks to air-dry the dishes. Keep the racks and interior walls of the unit clean. Remove any food particles caught in the food filter and drain hose. Scrub the spray-arm nozzles periodically with a toothbrush.
Hard water can leave deposits that weaken or completely cut off the water jets.
Replacement Shop around for a model that uses both water and energy efficiently. New dishwashers on the dealer s floor are required by law to have EnergyGuide labels. Study these carefully and compare models. Models that have a very inexpensive purchase price are likely to be inefficient and costly to run. See pages below for more details on how to find the most economical and energy-efficient products.