[header] How to use a dishwasher [title] Rinse your dishes. [step] If you simply toss dirty dishes in your dishwasher, they will not come clean. Before placing your dishes in the washer, run them under tap water from the sink to remove bits of food, condiments, and other substances. 
[substeps] This dishes do not have to be completely polished before you place them in the sink. However, they should be free of excess food before washing.