ENERGY STAR certified dishwashers are on average about 5% more energy efficient and 15% more water efficient than standard models. The following information details performance requirements, technological features, savings assumptions and savings facts that can be used to promote the benefits of ENERGY STAR.
ENERGY STAR REQUIREMENTS |
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PRODUCT TYPE |
CURRENT LEVELS (Version 5.2) |
NEW LEVELS (Version 6.0) |
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Standard Dishwasher (≥ 8 place settings + 6 serving pieces) |
≤ 295 kWh/yr ≤ 4.25 gallons/cycle |
≤ 270 kWh/yr ≤ 3.5 gallons/cycle |
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Compact Dishwasher (< 8 place settings + 6 serving pieces) |
≤ 222 kWh/yr ≤ 3.5 gallons/cycle |
≤ 203 kWh/yr ≤ 3.1 gallons/cycle |