Kenmore 665.1771 manual Washing Special Items, Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments, 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
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.
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
	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.
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.
	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
	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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