SPECIAL CARE ITEMS
Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. Check with the manufacturer.
Material | Dishwasher Safe? | Special Informatiion |
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Aluminum
Cast Iron
China/
Stoneware
Crystal
Filters
Glass
Flatware
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 delicate 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 con- taining 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
•Remove excess
•Run the Heavy Wash cycle when washing loads containing
•Change dishwasher detergent and be sure to use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining.
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 chlo- rine 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 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*.
*Brand names are the trademarks of the respective manufacturer.
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STORAGE/MOVING |
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Fill both detergent cups with a |
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dishwasher detergent or baking soda and select |
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the Normal Wash cycle. Allow the dishwash- |
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er to complete the cycle. Then turn the water |
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supply off and drain the dishwasher. To drain, |
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press the START/Cancel pad once. Operate |
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the drain twice to ensure most of the water is |
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removed. Last, disconnect the electrical supply |
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and prop open the door. |
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When turning the water supply to the home |
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off, the water shut off at the dishwasher must | 8 |
be turned off also. |
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