Whirlpool DP1098XR Series manual Special tips on dishwasher use, Non-stick, fmish, and decorative

Special tips on dishwasher use

Remember, use your dlshwasher only for the job lt was designed to do. Some items are not dlshwasher safe or may require special care.

Read these special tlps for the followlng Items:

~UminUm:	Aluminum	loses its bright, shiny appearance		and darkens in color due to
minerals in the water and		the alkalinity of the dishwasher	detergent. Colored aluminum may
fade.

TIPS: If washed in the dishwasher avoid placing directly in front of detergent dispenser where it could be sprinkled with undissolved detergent, causing spotting, pitting, and discoloration. Follow utensil manufacturers’ cleaning instructions.

China: Hand-painted, metal-trimmed, and antique china may fade due to high water temperatures and alkaline detergent solution in the dishwasher.

TIPS: Delicate, anttque Items should not be washed In the dishwasher. Load carefully. Do not allow pieces to touch each other. Test one piece by washing it daily in the dishwasher for several weeks. Then compare it with the rest of the set to see if colors have changed.

clptd	and decorative			&SSeS:	Crystal can		break	from	sudden exposure		to high
water	temperature.	Metal	trim	and colorful		decoration	on	glass	will fade	in time when
washed	in the dishwasher.
TIPS: Delicate,		antique	items should		not	be washed	in the dlshwasher.			Load	carefully

in top rack only. Be sure to load a few larger items in the bottom rack to reduce amount of

force of water spray’reaching glassware from lower spray arm. Use the shortest cycle.

Flatware: Salty and acidic foods may tarnish silver and stainless flatware if allowed to remain on the utensils, A film may form on sterling silver and silver plate items washed in a dishwasher. This film is caused by reaction of silver with chlorine in the detergent. Gold flatware Is not dlshwasher safe.

TIPS: Rinse flatware as soon as possible, especially if it is not to be washed right away. Dishwasher detergent may remove antique finishes. Wash by hand. Tarnish and film build-up can be removed with silver polish.

Cast iron UteUSik The seasoned finish will be removed in the dishwasher. Rusting will result,

TIPS: Wash by hand. To re-season, coat with unsalted fat and heat in a slow oven for an hour or two.

Plastics:	Many plastics will			have “Dishwasher			Safe” written		on them. Some plastics are
heat sensitive and may melt or warp.
TIPS: If in doubt, try one piece. Place in upper rack only. AIR DRY option provides
additional		protection.
Non-stick		fmish	UtenSik	Most	can	be	washed	in the	dishwasher.
TIPS:	Follow	manufacturers’		suggestions.
Wood: M any		wooden	items	will crack	and	warp	or lose	their	finish.
TIPS: Do not wash cutttng boards, wooden salad bowls or knives with wooden han-
dles	In the	dlshwasher.

Pewter or pewter-like materials: May streak, discolor, and pit.

TIPS: To keep pewter at its very best, hand wash with mild detergent.

Dishwasher care & cleaning:

Exterfor - Regular use of a soft damp cloth or sponge

and a mild detergent is all that is necessary, in most cases, to keep the outside of your dishwasher nice looking and clean. Interfor - Hard water minerals may cause a white film to build-up on the inside surfaces,

especially just beneath the door area. Wear rubber gloves when cleaning the dishwasher interior. Do not ~$8 any type of cleanser other than dlshwasher detergent because

tt may cause foaming or sudslng.

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