Kenmore 13163 - Manual (Page 20)

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.
Plastics Yes Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing.
Plastic items may vary in their ability to withstand high
temperatures and detergents. It is recommended that lightweight
items such as lids and butter dishes be placed in the upper rack
only. Sturdy items such as coolers and high-chair trays may be
placed in the lower rack. When washing plastic items in the lower
rack, it is recommended not to use the Heated Dry option.
Stainless Steel Yes Run a rinse cycle if nof washing immediately. Prolonged contact
with food containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can
damage finish.
Sterling Sliver or Silver
Plate
Yes Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact
with food confaining salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and
seafood) can damage finish.
Tin No Not recommended.
Wooden Ware No Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer’s instructions before
washing. Unfreafed wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.
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