Shortest documented cycle1 Hr Wash: 60 minutesUse the cycle table below to compare all published times.
Cycle-time table
| Cycle | Published time | Water |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy Wash | 150–225 minutes | 6–8.2 gal |
| Normal Wash | 120–165 minutes | 2.9–6.7 gal |
| 1 Hr Wash | 60 minutes | 5.4 gal |
| Energy Saver | 120–150 minutes | 3.2–4.5 gal |
Energy and estimated local cost by cycle
Energy comes from the California Energy Commission database for the standard cycle. Other programs are not measured. Enter a ZIP code to use the state residential electricity average, or type the cents per kWh from your utility bill.
Using the August 2026 U.S. residential average. ZIP lookup uses a state average; your bill rate is more precise.
| Cycle | Energy per cycle | Estimated local cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Wash | Not measured | — | Not measured |
| Normal Wash | 0.60 kWh | — | CEC standard cycle |
| 1 Hr Wash | Not measured | — | Not measured |
| Energy Saver | Not measured | — | Not measured |
When will it finish?
Why the number can move
Dishwashers may pause while heating water, adjust to soil detected in the wash water, or add time for drying and sanitation.
Check the exact display. The full model number and selected options matter. Consult your current manual if your panel labels differ from this table.
Compare water and energy
Water use varies by program. See the water-use comparison for Normal cycles and how to compare annual energy use.
Where these times come from
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