What are saving tips for an energy-efficient dishwasher?
Summary of tips
You'll easily save energy with your dishwasher by using these tips:
- Tip 1. Don't pre-rinse.
- Tip 2. Load efficiently.
- Tip 3. Only turn on a full dishwasher.
- Tip 4. Use the Eco cycle.
Tip 1: don't rinse beforehand
When you pre-rinse the dishwasher, it consumes extra water and energy. So don't pre-rinse when you want to save energy. Do scrape your plates and bowls clean before you put them in the dishwasher. That's because large chunks can clog your filter.
Tip 2: load efficiently
When you load the dishwasher as efficiently as possible, it'll fit more plates and glasses. Have a lot of tall glasses that take up a lot of space? If your Miele dishwasher has a 3D MultiFlex drawer, you can easily create space for large glasses, or servings spoons and spatulas.
Tip 3: only turn on a full dishwasher
It's an open door, but you save the most energy when you only turn the dishwasher on once it's completely full. The Miele dishwashers do have a half-load function, which saves you energy and water. Still, you use less energy when you wait for a fully-loaded dishwasher.
Tip 4: use the Eco cycle
The name of the cycle gives it away, but you can save energy with the Eco cycle. With this cycle, the dishwasher cleans at a lower temperature to save on energy costs. This cycle does take a bit longer.
Tip 5: descale your dishwasher regularly
If there's limescale on the heating element, it takes longer for the water to heat up. This way, the dishwasher uses more energy. When you regularly descale the dishwasher, you'll lower your energy costs and your dishwasher will clean your dishes better.
