Dishwasher

Wash your hands clean of the high cost of washing dishes.

TIP: Try to operate with a full load and use the energy-saving cycle.

Tips
Don’t waste hot water by pre-rinsing dishes before putting them in the dishwasher – just scrape off food and empty liquids.

Air dry your dishes – you can save 10% of the cost of operation.

Load dishes according to manufacturer’s instructions to allow for proper water circulation.

Check and clean drains and filters regularly to ensure efficient operation.

LOOKING TO BUY A NEW DISH WASHER?
If you’re planning to buy a new dishwasher, consider investing in an ENERGY STAR®-qualified model, which is at least 25% more efficient than the least efficient dishwasher.
Energy Facts
Using a dishwasher can actually be more efficient than washing dishes by hand, assuming you use the dishwasher once for every 3 to 4 times you would wash dishes by hand.

SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT
In winter, Ontario's greatest demand for electricity usually occurs from 4 to 9 PM. Try switching non-essential chores to the off-peak times between 9 PM and 7 AM. On hot summer days, the greatest overall demand for electricity is usually from 10 AM to 4 PM, but high residential use can extend to midnight, because of air conditioner usage.