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		Air Dry Let your dishes air dry; if you don't have an automatic air-dry switch, turn off the control knob after the final rinse and ...
		Dish Chips Promptly repair cut or chipped plastic coating on racks to prevent rusting. Repair kits are available.
		Dishwasher Efficiency Remember that dishwashers use less water than washing dishes by hand, about 6 gallons less per load; dishwashers also use ...
		Dishwasher Features When shopping for a dishwasher, find one that features advanced sensors that sense and adjust for the amount of soil on your ...
		Dishwasher Manual Check the manual that came with your dishwasher for the manufacturer's recommendations on water temperature; many have ...
		Dishwasher Shopping When shopping for a dishwasher, look for features that will reduce water use, such as booster heaters and smart controls. Ask ...
		Heat vs. Air-Drying Look for a dishwasher that allows you to choose between heat-drying and air-drying. Heath-drying elements draw considerable ...
		Kitchen Future If you are like most of us and not getting any younger, consider adding features to your kitchen that will ease the transition ...
		No Rinse Plates Scrape, don't rinse, off large food pieces and bones. Soaking or prewashing is generally only recommended in cases of ...
		Rinse Hold Avoid using the "rinse hold" on your dishwasher for just a few soiled dishes. It uses 3 to 7 gallons of hot water each time ...
		Vacation Savings When you take a vacation, don't forget to give your appliances a rest too. Turn off and unplug everything you can, set your ...

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