Kenmore 664.1776 manual Washing Special Items, Material, Pewter, Brass, Yes

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

AluminumYes

Material	Dishwasher Safe?/Comments
Pewter, Brass,	No

Disposable Aluminum

High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum,

No

Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans in the dishwasher. These might shift during washing and transfer black marks to dishes and other items.

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

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.
China/	Yes
Stoneware	Always check manufacturer's
	recommendations before washing.

	recommendations before washing.
	Plastic items may vary in their ability to
	withstand high temperatures and
	detergents. It is recommended that light
	items such as lids and butter dishes be
	placed in the upper rack only. Sturdy
	items such as coolers and high-chair
	trays may be placed in the lower rack.
	When washing plastic items in the lower
	rack, it is recommended that an air dry
	be used.
Stainless Steel	Yes

	Antique, hand-painted, or over-the-glaze
	patterns may fade. Gold leaf can discolor
	or fade.
Crystal	Yes
	Always 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.

Sterling Silver or Silver Plate

Tin

Wooden Ware

Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish.

Yes

Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood) can damage finish.

No

Can rust.

No

Hollow-Handle	No
Knives	Handles of some	knives are attached to
	the blade with adhesives which can
	loosen if washed	in the dishwasher.

Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer's instructions before

washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.

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