Whirlpool DU912 8051563 manual Items, Washingspecial

WASHINGSPECIAL

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	No
Cans	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.
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.

MATERIAL	DISHWASHER SAFE?/COMMENTS
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	Yes
or 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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