Kenmore 1317 Use and Care Guide - Page 22

1. Openthedoorslightlyto stopthecycle.Waitforthesprayingactionto stop,thenopenthedoorcompletely. 2. Checkwhetherthedetergendt ispensecroverisstillclosed.If it is open,the washcyclehasalreadystartedand addinga dishis notrecommended. 3. If detergenht asnotyetbeenused(detergendtispensecroverisclosed)y, oumayadda dish. 4. PressSTART/RESUManEdfirmlyclosethedoorwithin3 seconds. WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. I 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 Gold Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations before washing. Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing. No Gold-colored flatware will discolor. Glass Yes Hollow-Handle Knives No Milk glass material yellows with repeated dishwasher washing. Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives which can loosen if washed in the dishwasher. Pewter, Brass, Bronze, No and Copper High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish. Disposable Plastics No Plastics Yes Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents. 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 not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage finish. Sterling Silver or Silver Yes Plate Tin No Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood) can damage finish. Not recommended. Wooden Ware No Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer's instructions before washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish. 22