KitchenAid KUDI01FL manual Washing Special Items, Vent System, Overfill Protection Float, Yes

Vent System

The vent, located on the top left side of the door, serves several purposes.

During the cycle, it closes to lock sound in the dishwasher. After the cycle has finished, the vent remains closed until the dishes have cooled down. Between cycles, the vent stays open for airflow, reducing the buildup of odors. It also helps relieve air pressure, allowing you to close the dishwasher door more easily.

Overfill Protection Float

The overfill protection float (in the front right corner of the dishwasher tub) keeps the dishwasher from overfilling. It must be in place for the dishwasher to operate.

Check under the float for objects that may keep the protector from moving up or down.

WASHING SPECIAL

ITEMS

If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.

Material	Dishwasher Safe?/Comments
Aluminum	Yes
	High water temperature and detergents
	can affect finish of anodized aluminum.
Disposable	No
Aluminum	Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans
	in the dishwasher. These might shift
	during washing and transfer black marks
	to dishes and other items.
Bottles and Cans	No
	Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels
	attached with glue can loosen and clog
	the spray arms or pump and reduce
	washing performance.
Cast Iron	No
	Seasoning will be removed and iron will
	rust.

Material	Dishwasher Safe?/Comments
China/	Yes
Stoneware	Always check manufacturer’s
	recommendations before washing.
	Antique, hand-painted, or over-the-glaze
	patterns may fade. Gold leaf can discolor
	or fade.
Crystal	Yes
	Check manufacturer’s recommendations
	before washing. Some types of leaded
	crystal can etch with repeated washing.
Gold	No
	Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass	Yes
	Milk glass yellows with repeated
	dishwasher washing.
Hollow-Handle	No
Knives	Handles of some knives are attached to
	the blade with adhesives which can
	loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter, Brass,	No
Bronze	High water temperatures and detergent
	can discolor or pit the finish.
Disposable	No
Plastics	Cannot withstand high water
	temperatures and detergents.
Plastics	Yes
	Always check manufacturer’s
	recommendations before washing.
	Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand
	high temperatures and detergents. Load
	plastics in top rack only.
Stainless Steel	Yes
	Run a rinse cycle if not washing
	immediately. Prolonged contact with food
	containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or
	fruit juice can damage finish.
Sterling Silver or	Yes
Silver Plate	Run a rinse cycle if not washing
	immediately. Prolonged contact with food
	containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs,
	mayonnaise, and seafood) can damage
	finish.
Tin	No
	Can rust.
Wooden Ware	No
	Wash by hand. Always check
	manufacturer’s instructions before
	washing. Untreated wood can warp,
	crack, or lose its finish.

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