Do you ever pause in front of your dishwasher, wondering what the different settings mean? Modern dishwashers have tried to take the guesswork out of cleaning your dirty dishes and crusted-over ...

In lieu of an 'auto' cycle, 'normal' is best for most everyday loads. Especially messy loads should be cleaned with the 'heavy' or 'pots and pans' cycles. Dishwashers are a staple in most homes.