Kenmore 665.1281x, Use & Care Manual

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Changing A Cycle After Dishwasher Is Started
You can interrupt a cycle and restart your dishwasher from the beginning using the following procedure.
1. Open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop, then open the door completely.
2. Check whether the detergent dispenser cover is still closed. If it is open, you will need to refill the detergent dispenser before
restarting your new cycle.
3. Press CANCEL twice to reset the control.
4. Select new cycles and options.
5. Close the door.
6. Press START.
Adding A Dish After Dishwasher Is Started
1. Open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop, then open the door completely.
2. Check whether the detergent dispenser cover is still closed. If it is open, the wash cycle has already started and adding a dish is
not recommended.
3. If detergent has not yet been used (detergent dispenser cover is closed), you may add a dish.
4. Close the door.
5. Press START.
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 disposable 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 wash system and reduce washing performance.
Cast Iron No Seasoning will be removed and then 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 material 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, and
Copper
No High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish.
Disposable Plastics No Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents.