Models with a Soak & Clean cycle do not require you to rinse the dishes first. The dishwasher dissolves and cleans away stuck-on food without any added effort on your part. Besides wasting water and time, rinsing your dishes prior to loading them can reduce the machine’s cleaning efficiency. Today’s advanced dishwashers select cycles based on the food detected on the dishes. Plus, dishwasher detergents contain enzymes that stick to food particles to get your dishes sparkling clean. However, it is essential to remove large pieces of food so that they don’t clog your appliance’s drain. ;