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 the air dry option 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.

DISHWASHER CARE

Cleaning the exterior

In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your

dishwasher looking nice and clean. If your dishwasher has a stainless steel exterior, a stainless steel cleaner is recommended.

Cleaning the interior

Hard water minerals can cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area.

Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled. Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing. To clean interior

Make a paste with powdered dishwasher detergent on a damp sponge and clean.

OR

Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with a damp sponge.

OR

See the vinegar rinse procedure in "Spotting and filming on dishes" in "Troubleshooting."

NOTE: Run a normal cycle with detergent after cleaning the interior.

Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn'tdraining wee

Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain system. If a house drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your dishwasher from water backing up into it.

The drain air gap is usually located on top of the sink or

countertop near the dishwasher. To order a drain air gap, please

call 1-800-4-MY-HOM_. Ask for Part Number 300096.

NOTE: The drain air gap is an external plumbing device that is not part of your dishwasher. The warranty provided with your dishwasher does not cover service costs directly associated with the cleaning or repair of the external drain air gap.

To clean the drain air gap

Clean the drain air gap periodically to ensure proper drainage of your dishwasher. Follow the cleaning instructions provided by the

manufacturer. With most types, you lift off the chrome cover. Unscrew the plastic cap. Then check for any soil buildup. Clean if necessary.

Storing for the summer

Protect your dishwasher during the summer months by turning off the water supply and power supply to the dishwasher.

Winterizing your dishwasher

Protect your dishwasher and home against water damage due to freezing water lines. If your dishwasher is left in a seasonal dwelling or could be exposed to near freezing temperatures, have your dishwasher winterized by authorized service personnel.

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