Delay Wash (on some models)
Use Delay Wash to run your dishwasher at a later time or during
off-peak hours. You can add items to the load anytime during the WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS
delay countdown. After adding items, close the door firmly until it
latches. The delay countdown will not continue if the door is not
If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with
latched.the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
To delay the start
1. Close the door.MaterialDishwasher Safe?/Comments
2. Select a wash cycle and option(s).AluminumYes
High water temperature and detergents
can affect finish of anodized aluminum.
Disposable No
Aluminum
Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans
in the dishwasher. These might shift
during washing and transfer black marks
3. Turn the cycle control knob clockwise to the number of hours to dishes and other items.
you want the dishwasher to delay the start.
NOTES: Bottles and CansNo
To cancel the delay, turn the cycle control knob to the desired Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels
cycle.attached with glue can loosen and clog
the spray arms or pump and reduce
Rinse Only and Normal Wash cycles cannot be delayed.
washing performance.
Plate Warmer (on some models)Cast IronNo
Use the Plate Warmer cycle to warm serving dishes or dinner Seasoning will be removed and iron will
plates.
rust.
NOTE: Use the heated drying option with the Plate Warmer.
China/Yes
1. Close and latch the door.
2. Turn the cycle control knob to PLATE WARMER.StonewareAlways check manufacturer?s
recommendations before washing.
3. Allow 8 minutes for the cycle to heat the dishware.
Antique, hand-painted, or over-the-glaze
4. Press HEAT DRY.patterns may fade. Gold leaf can discolor
or fade.
Drying SystemCrystalYes
During drying, you can see steam escaping through the vent at Check manufacturer?s recommendations
the upper left corner of the door. This is normal as the heat dries before washing. Some types of leaded
your dishes.crystal can etch with repeated washing.
GoldNo
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
GlassYes
Milk glass yellows with repeated
dishwasher washing.
IMPORTANT: The vapor is hot. Do not touch the vent
during drying.Hollow-Handle No
KnivesHandles of some knives are attached to
the blade with adhesives which can
Overfill Protection Floatloosen if washed in the dishwasher.
The overfill protection float (in the front right corner of the
Pewter, Brass, No
dishwasher tub) keeps the dishwasher from overfilling. It must be Bronze
in place for the dishwasher to operate. High water temperatures and detergent
can discolor or pit the finish.
Disposable No
Plastics
Cannot withstand high water
temperatures and detergents.
PlasticsYes
Check under the float for objects that may keep the protector Always check manufacturer?s
from moving up or down.
recommendations before washing.
Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand
high temperatures and detergents. Load
plastics in top rack only.
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