Whirlpool DU8000XR manual Non-stick, Pewter or pewter-like, Dishwasher calre & cleaning

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Special tips on dishwasher use

Remember, use your dishwasher only for the job it was designed to do.

SOmeitems are not dishwasher safe or may require special care.

Read these special tips for the following items:

Aluminum: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny appearance and darkens in color due to minerals in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher detergent. Colored aluminum may fade

TIPS: If washed in the dishwasher avoid placing directly in front of detergent dispenser where it could be sprinkled with undissolved detergent, causing spotting, pitting, and

discoloration. Follow utensil manufacturers’ cleaning instructions.

China: Hand-painted, metal-trimmed, and antique china may fade due to high water temperatures and alkaline detergent solution In the dishwasher.

TIPS: Delicate, antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher. Load carefully. Do not allow pieces to touch each other. Test one piece by washing it daily in the dishwasher for several weeks. Then compare it with the rest of the set to see if colors have changed.

CrjStal and decorative &ISSeS: Crystal can break from sudden exposure to high

water temperature. Metal trim and colorful decoration on glass will fade in time when washed in the dishwasher.

TIPS: Delicate, antique items should not be washed in the dishwasher. Load carefully in top rack only. Be sure to load a few larger items in the bottom rack to reduce amount of force of water spray reuching glassware from lower spray arm. Use the shortest Cycle.

Flatware: Salty and acidic foods may tarnish silver and stainless flatware if allowed to remain on the utensils. A film may form on sterling silver and silver plate items washed in a dishwasher. This film is caused by reaction of silver with chlorine in the detergent. Gold flatware is not dishwasher safe.

TIPS: Rinse flatware as soon as possible, especially If It is not to be washed right away. Dishwasher detergent may remove antique finishes. Wash by hand. Tarnish and film build-up can be removed with silver polish.

&St

irOn

UtCUSilS:

The seasoned

finish will be removed

in the dishwasher. Rusting

will

result.

 

 

 

 

 

TIPS: Wash by hand. To re-season, coat with unsalted fat and heat in a slow oven for an

 

hour or

two.

 

 

 

PhStiCS: Many plastics will have “Dishwasher Safe” written on them. Some plastics are heat sensitive and may melt or warp.

TIPS: If in doubt, try one piece. Place in upper rack only. AIR DRY option provides additional protection.

Non-stick

finish UtenSilS:

Most can be washed in the dishwasher

TIPS: Follow

manufacturers’

suggestions.

Wood: M any wooden items will crack and warp or lose their finish.

TIPS: Do not wash cutting boards, wooden salad bowls or knives with wooden han-

dles in the dishwasher.

 

 

 

Pewter or pewter-like

materi&:

day

streak, dtscolor, and pit.

TIPS: To keep pewter at its very best, hand wash with mild detergent.

Dishwasher calre & cleaning:

 

 

Exterior - Regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge

 

and a mild detergent is all that

is necessary,

in most

cases,

to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean. Interior - Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build-up on the inside surfaces,

especially just beneath the door area. Wear rubber gloves when cleaning the dishwasher interior. Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because

it may cause foaming or

sudsing.

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Contents Undercounter Dishwasher Contents Number Plate Parts and featuresDoor and Access Color Panel Pack ModelQuiet operating tips Power CLEAN’ Washing SystemMixed Load Proper loadingTop rack loading CUP and Glass LoadYES Bottom rack loading Silverware basket loadingHow much detergent to use Adding detergentRinse aid dispenser Detergent dispenserTo add a dish after starting Changing a settingAIR DRY Option HI-TEMP Washing OptionSelecting a cycle Using Delay StartDelay Wash Signal Light Energy saving tips Pewter or pewter-like Dishwasher calre & cleaningNon-stick Common ProblemCaused by If you need assistance If you need serviceIf you have a problem Before calling for assistanceFor visually Impaired Consumers Washers, Clothes Or