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DISHWASHER CARE

Cleaning

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 ou tside of your
dishwasher looking nice and clean.

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.

Cleaning the Filter Screen

The filter system requires periodic cleaning as needed.
To clean screen
1. Unload the bottom rack. Slide the rack forward or remove the
rack to reach the filter screen.
2. Remove collected particles from the screen with your fingers
or a paper towel.
3. Replace the bottom rack with the rack bumpers facing the
door.
NOTE: Do not clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled.
Crystal Yes
Check manufacturer’s recommendations
before washing. Some types of leaded
crystal can etch with repeated washing.
Gold No
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass Yes
Milk glass yellows with repeated
dishwasher washing.
Hollow-Handle
Knives No
Handles of some knives are attached to
the blade with adhesives which can
loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter, Brass,
Bronze No
High water temperatures and detergent
can discolor or pit the finish.
Disposable
Plastics No
Cannot withstand high water
temperatures and detergents.
Plastics Yes
Always check manufacturer’s
recommendations before washing.
Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand
high temperatures and detergents. Load
plastics in top rack only.
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
Silver Plate Ye s
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.
Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments