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Drying System
During drying, you can see steam escaping through the vent at
the upper left corner of the door. This is normal as the heat dries
your dishes.
IMPORTANT:
The vapor is hot. Do not touch the vent
during drying.
Overfill Protection Float
The overfill protection float (in the front right corner of the
dishwasher tub) keeps the dishwasher from overfilling. It must be
in place for the dishwasher to operate.
Check under the float for objects that may keep the protector
from moving up or down.
WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS
If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
Material
Dishwasher Safe?
Comments
Aluminum
Yes
High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum.
Disposable Aluminum
No
Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans in the dishwasher. These might shift
during washing and transfer black marks to dishes and other items.
Bottles and Cans
No
Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can loosen and clog the
spray arms or pump and reduce washing performance.
Cast Iron
No
Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.
China/Stoneware
Yes
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Antique, hand-
painted, or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf can discolor or fade.
Crystal
Yes
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Some types of
leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing.
Gold
No
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass
Yes
Milk glass yellows with repeated dishwasher washing.
Hollow-Handle Knives
No
Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which can
loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter, Brass, Bronze
No
High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish.
Disposable Plastics
No
Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents.
Plastics
Yes
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Plastics vary in
their capacity to withstand high temperatures and detergents. Load plastics in top
rack only.
Stainless Steel
Yes
Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food
containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish.
Sterling Silver or
Silver Plate
Yes
Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food
containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood) can damage
finish.
Tin
No
Can rust.
Wooden Ware
No
Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer’s instructions before washing.
Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.
