Compare the energy use of this Dishwasher with others before you buy.
This Model Uses 346 kWh/year
ENERGY STAR A symbol of energy efficiency
Uses Least Energy 194
Uses Most Energy 531
kWh/year (kilowatt-hours per year) is a measure of energy (electricty) use. Your utility company uses it to compute your bill. Only standard size dishwashers are used in this scale.
Dishwashers using more energy cost more to operate. This model's estimated yearly operating cost is: $31 When used with an electric water heater $25 When used with a natural gas water heater
Based on four washloads a week and a 2004 U.S. Government national average cost of 8.60¢ per kWh for electricity and 91.0¢ per therm for natural gas. Your actual operating cost will vary depending on your local utility rates and your use of the product.