Whirlpool 900 - Manual (Page 19)

Washing Special Items
If you have any doubts about washing a particular piece of tableware, check with the
manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
MATERIAL DISHWASHER SAFE? EXCEPTIONS/SPECIAL INFORMATION
Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can pit
finish of anodized aluminum.
Bottles
and Cans
No Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached
with glue can loosen in your dishwasher. Loose
labels and glue can clog spray arms or the pump
and will 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 washings.
Gold No Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass Yes Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher
washing.
Hollow-
Handle
Knives No Handles of some knives are attached to the
blade with adhesives which may loosen if
washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter No High water temperatures and detergent can
discolor or pit 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 water temperatures and deter­
gents. Load plastics in top rack only.
Stainless
Steel Yes Run the Rinse-Wash Later 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 the Rinse-Wash Later cycle if not washing
immediately. Prolonged contact with food
containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayon­
naise, and seafood) can damage finish.
Tin No Can rust.
Wooden
Ware No Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer’s
recommendations before washing. Untreated
wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.
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