Caring for Your
Your new dishwasher is designed to give you many years of dependable service. There are a few things you can do to maintain your dishwasher properly. This section tells you how to clean and care for your dishwasher. Refer to “Solutionchart” on pages
Dishwasher
Personal Injury Hazard Before cleaning interior, wait at least
20minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down.
Failure to do so could result in bums.
Caring for simulated wood top
(on portable models)
The simulated wood top can be used as a utility work surface for most kitchen jobs. It is stronger and more easily cleaned than gen- uine wood. The top can be used as a cutting board. Knife marks will be visible, but will not seriously damage top. Hot items from the oven can be placed on the top. Clean top with warm, soapy water. For
Cleaning the exterior
Cleaning the interior
Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build up on the inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area. To clean interior:
l Apply powdered dishwasher detergent to a damp sponge to make a paste.
OR
lUse liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with damp sponge.
Wear rubber gloves. Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it can cause foaming or sudsing.
NOTE: Follow the “Removingspots and film” procedure on page 23 to clean your dishwasher with white vinegar. Remember, this procedure is ‘intended for occasional use only. Vinegar is an acid. Excessive use can damage your dishwasher.
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