For Best Results
Hot water is a must TIPS: Load china carefully. Do not allow
Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing pieces to touch each other. Test one piece by
detergent. Hot water dissolves grease on dishes washing it daily in the dishwasher for several
weeks. Then compare it with the rest of the
and helps dry glasses spot-free. Make certain set to see if colors have changed.
loads are washed in hot water (at least 140°F -
60%). Two ways to have a reliable hot water Crystal and decorative glasses: Crystal can
supply.. . break from sudden exposure to high water temper-
1. Maintain 140°F water supply at central water ature. Metal trim and colorful decoration on glass
heater. To check water temperature, turn on hot will fade in time when washed in the dishwasher.
water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let water NOTE: Delicate, antique items should not be
run until it is as hot as possible, then check with washed in the dishwasher.
a candy or meat thermometer. If the tempera- TIPS: Load crystal carefully in top rack
ture is too low, have a qualified person raise the only. Be sure to load a few larger items in the
water heater thermostat setting. bottom rack to reduce amount of force of
2. Use HI-TEMP WASHING Option. If water heat- water spray reaching glassware from lower
ing is needed, a thermostat will delay the cycle spray arm. Use the shortest cycle.
until temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). If water
Flatware: Salty and acidic food may tarnish
is hot enough, the cycle will proceed with no
delay. This lets you turn down your water heater, silver and stainless flatware if allowed to remain
if you choose, without cutting back on hot water on the utensils. A film may form on sterling silver
and silver plate items washed in a dishwasher.
needed for good dishwashing. This film is caused by reaction of silver with
Quiet operating tips chlorine in the detergent. Gold flatware is not
To avoid thumping and clattering noises during dishwasher safe. The adhesive used in some
operation: flatware with hollow handles is not heat resistant,
causing the handles to come off in the dishwasher.
l Make sure lightweight load items are secured in
the rack. Wash by hand.
TIPS: Rinse flatware as soon as possible,
l Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans, especially if it is not to be washed right away.
cookie sheets, etc. do not touch interior walls or
interfere with either of the spray arms rotation. Dishwasher detergent may remove antique
finishes. Wash by hand. Tarnish and film
l Load dishes so they don?t touch one another. build-up can be removed with silver polish.
NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted during
Cast iron utensils: The seasoned finish will be
dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer removed in the dishwasher. Rusting will result.
through drains.
TIPS: Wash by hand. To re-season, coat with
unsalted fat and heat in a slow oven for an
Special tips hour or two.
Remember, use your dishwasher only for the Plastics: Many plastics will have ?Dishwasher
job it was designed to do. Some items are not Safe? written on them. Some plastics are heat
dishwasher safe or may require special care. sensitive and may melt or warp.
Read these special tips for the following items: TIPS: If in doubt, try one piece. Place in
Aluminum: Aluminum loses its bright, shiny upper rack only. AIR DRY option provides
additional protection.
appearance and darkens in color due to minerals
in the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher Non-stick finish utensils: Most can be washed
detergent. Colored aluminum may fade. in the dishwasher.
TIPS: If washed in the dishwasher avoid TIPS: Follow manufacturers? suggestions.
placing directly in front of detergent dispenser
where it could be sprinkled with undissolved Wood: Many wooden items will crack and warp or
detergent, causing spotting, pitting, and lose their finish.
discoloration. Follow utensil manufacturers? TIPS: Do not wash cutting boards, wooden
cleaning instructions. salad bowls or knives with wooden handles in
the dishwasher.
China: Hand-painted, metal-trimmed, and antique
china fade due to high water temperatures and Pewter or pewter-like materials: May streak,
alkaline detergent solution in the dishwasher. discolor, and pit.
NOTE: Delicate, antique items should not be TIPS: To keep pewter at its very best, hand
washed in the dishwasher. wash with mild detergent.
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