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SPECIAL CARE ITEMS
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pecial care items
Interior
The dishwasher interior is normally self-
cleaning. Periodically check the bottom of
the dishwasher tub to see if any large
particles have not gone through the strainer
portion of the module.
Wipe the edge of the inner door liner to
remove any food soil splashes which
occurred during loading.
The color from some tomato-based food
soils may occasionally adhere to various
components of the dishwasher interior,
causing temporary discoloration. To
minimize this:
➢ Remove excess tomato-based food
soils off of dishes, prior to loading.
➢ Run the Heavy Wash cycle when
washing loads containing tomato-based
food soils.
➢ Change dishwasher detergent and be
sure to use a dishwasher detergent that
contains chlorine to better fight staining.
Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. Check with the manufacturer.
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
chlorine 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 multi-surface
cleaner. Rinse and dry. To polish and to
help prevent fingerprints, follow with
Stainless Steel Magic Spray* (part No.
20000008)**.
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 detergent cup with a fresh-scented
dishwasher detergent or baking soda and
select the Normal Wash cycle. Allow the
dishwasher to complete the cycle. Then turn
the water supply off and drain the
dishwasher. To drain, press the
START/Cancel pad once. Operate the drain
twice to ensure most of the water is
removed. Last, disconnect the electrical
supply and prop open the door.
When turning the water supply to the home
off, the water shut off at the dishwasher must
be turned off also.
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, hand-painted or over-
the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf may discolor.
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 containing
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.
Gold-Plated Flatware
Glass
Crystal
Cast Iron
Aluminum
China/Stoneware
Pewter, Tin
Stainless Steel
Plastics
Sterling Silver or
Silverplate
Wooden Items
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