For Best Results
Hot water is a must TIPS: Load china carefully. Do not allow
pieces to touch each other. Test one piece by
Hot water dissolves and activates the dishwashing
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
loads are washed in hot water. Two ways to have set to see if colors have changed.
a reliable hot water supply.. Crystal and decorative glasses: Crystal can
1. Maintain a 140°F (SOOC) water supply at central break from sudden exposure to high water temper.
water heater. To check water temperature, turn ature. Metal trim and colorful decoration on glass
on hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Let wtll fade in time when washed in the dishwasher,
water run until it is as hot as possible, then NOTE: Delicate, antique items should not be
check wrth a candy or meat thermometer. If the washed in the dishwasher.
temperature at the faucet is below 135°F TIPS: Load crystal carefully in top rack
(57?C), have a qualified person raise the water only. Se sure to load a few larger items in the
heater thermostat setting. bottom rack to reduce amount of force of
2. Use the Hi-Temp Option. If water heating is water spray reaching glassware from lower
needed, a thermostat will delay the cycle while sprayarm. Use the shortest cycle.
the dishwasher heats the water until the tem-
Flatware: Salty and acidic food may tarnish
perature reaches 140°F (SOC). If water is hot
enough, the cycle will proceed with no delay. silver and stainless flatware if allowed lo remain
on the utensils. A film may form on sterling silver
This lets you turn down your water heater, if you
choose, without cutting back on hot water and silver plate items washed in a dishwasher.
This film is caused by reaction of silver with
needed for good dishwashing.
chlorine in the detergent. Gold flatware is not
Quiet operating tips dishwasher safe. The adhesive used in some
flatware with hollow handles is not heat resistant.
To avoid thumping and claftenng noises during
operation: causing the handles to come off In the dishwasher.
Wash by hand.
l Make sure lightwelght load Items are secured in
TIPS: Rinse flatware as soon as possible.
the rack. especially If it IS not to be washed right away.
l Make sure pot lids and handles, pizza pans,
Dishwasher detergent may remove antrque
cookie sheets, etc. do not touch intenor walls or finishes. Wash by hand. Tarnish and film
interfere wrth either of the spray arms rotatron. build-up can be removed with silver polish.
l Load dishes so they don?t touch one another.
Cast iron utensils: The seasoned finish will be
NOTE: Keep sink drain plugs inserted during removed in Ihe dishwasher. Ruslrng will result.
dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer TIPS: Wash by hand. To re-season. coat with
through drains.
unsalted fat and heat in a slow oven for an
hour or two.
Special tips
Plastics: Many plastics will have ?Dishwasher
Remember, use your dishwasher only for the Safe? written on them. Some plastics are heat
job it was designed to do. Some items are not sensitive and may melt or warp.
drshwasher safe or ma?y require special care.
TIPS: If in doubt, try one piece. Place in
Read these special tips for the following items: upper rack only. Air Dry Option provides
Aluminum: Alummum loses its bright, shiny additional protection.
appearance and darkens In color due to minerals Non-stick finish utensils: Most can be washed
In the water and the alkalinity of the dishwasher
in the dishwasher,
detergent. Colored aluminum may fade.
TIPS: If washed in the dishwasher avoid TIPS: Follow manufacturer?s suggestions.
placing directly In front of detergent dispenser Wood: Many wooden items will crack and warp or
where it could be sprinkled with undissolved lose their finish.
detergent, causing spotting, pitting, and
TIPS: Do not wash cutting boards, wooden
discoloration. Follow utensil manufacturer?s salad bowls or knives with wooden handles in
cleaning instructions.
the dishwasher.
China: Check manufacturer?s recommendations. Pewter or pewter-like materials: Items may
Hand-painted, metal-trimmed, and antique china streak, discolor, and pit
fade due to high water temperatures and alkaline TIPS: To keep pewter at Its very best, hand
detergent solution in the dishwasher, wash with mild detergent.
NOTE: Delicate, antique items should not be
washed in the dishwasher.
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