Special Care Items |
Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. If you have any doubts about an item, check with the manufacturer.
Material | Dishwasher Safe? Special Information |
Aluminum
Cast Iron
China/
Stoneware
Crystal
Furnace Filters
Glass
Pewter, Tin
Plastics
Stainless Steel
Sterling Silver or Silverplate
Wooden Items
Yes, except anodized.
No
No, if antique or hand- painted.
No, if antique or deli- cate crystal.
Not recommended.
Yes
No
No
Yes, top rack.
Yes
No, if has commercial “darkening”.
No
High water temperature and detergents may affect finish.
Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Antique,
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Some types of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings.
May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.
Milkglass can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing.
Will discolor.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents. Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason.
Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with foods containing salt, vinegar, milk products or juice could damage finish.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish. Commercial “darkening” may be removed by detergent.
Wood may warp, crack or discolor.
Care and Cleaning
Interior
The dishwasher interior is normally
Wipe the edge of the inner door liner to remove any food soil splashes which occurred during loading.
The color from some
When washing a load of dishes soiled with tomato sauce:
•Scrape excess
•Run the Heavy Wash cycle.
Cleaner* or a similar
For moderate to heavy soil, clean with Bon Ami*, using a soft cloth or damp sponge. Rinse and dry. To restore luster and to remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray* (part No. 20000008)**.
For discoloration, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*, using a damp sponge or soft cloth. Rinse imme- diately and dry. To restore luster and to remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray* (part No. 20000008)**.
*Brand names are the trademarks of the respective manufacturer. ** Call
Exterior
The front of the dishwasher can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth and liquid spray cleaner. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads.
Stainless Steel Care and Cleaning (select models)
Do not use a cleaning product containing chlorine bleach. Always wipe with the grain of the stainless steel. For daily cleaning and light soil, use a soft cloth or sponge and one of the following: mild detergent and water, a solution of white vinegar and water, Formula 409 Glass and Surface 8
Storage/Moving
Fill both detergent cups with a
