Does the sanitation cycle reach 160 degrees consistently?

Thank you for your question. The Sanitize cycle on the 24-inch 52 dBA built-in dishwasher does not operate at a constant 160°F throughout the entire wash. Instead, it is a sensor-controlled process designed to meet sanitization performance standards. During the cycle, the dishwasher raises the water temperature during the final rinse phase to a high level—typically in the range of approximately 155°F to 160°F or equivalent sanitizing conditions. The system must maintain these conditions long enough to achieve the required reduction of bacteria in accordance with NSF sanitization standards. It’s important to note that the temperature is not held at a fixed 160°F continuously. Rather, the dishwasher adjusts heating dynamically based on factors such as incoming water temperature and cycle conditions to ensure proper sanitization is achieved. - Jessica