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.
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| Aluminum | Yes, except anodized. | High water temperature and detergents may affect finish. | ||
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| Cast Iron | No | Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust. | ||
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| China/ | No, if antique or hand- | Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Antique, | ||
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| Stoneware | painted. | ed or | ||
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| Crystal | No, if antique or delicate | Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Some types of lead- | ||
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| crystal. | ed crystal may etch with repeated washings. |
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| Furnace Filters | Not recommended. | May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior. | ||
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| Glass | Yes | Milkglass can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing. | ||
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| No | Will discolor. | |||
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| Pewter, Tin | No |
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| Plastics | Yes, top rack. | Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Plastics vary in their | ||
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| capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents. Disposable plastic | ||
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| items are not dishwasher safe for this reason. |
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| Stainless Steel | Yes | Run a Rinse Only cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with foods con- | ||
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| taining salt, vinegar, milk products or juice could damage finish. | ||
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| Sterling Silver or | No, if has commercial | Always check manufacturer’s recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse Only | ||
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| Silverplate | “darkening”. | cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or | ||
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| sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish. Commercial “darken- | ||
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| ing” may be removed by detergent. | ||
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| Wooden Items | No | Wood may warp, crack or discolor. |
CARE AND CLEANING
SPECIAL CARE ITEMS
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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.
Exterior
The front of the dishwasher can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth and liquid spray clean- er. 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 stain- less 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 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*.
For discoloration, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*, using a damp sponge or soft cloth. Rinse immediately and dry. To restore luster and to remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.
Storage/Moving
Fill both detergent cups with a
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