Kenmore 1321 Use and Care Guide - Page 15

HotwaterdissolvesandactivatesthedishwashedretergentH. otwateralsodissolvesgreaseondishesandhelpsglasses dryspot-freeF. orbestdishwashinrgesultsw, atershouldbe120°F(49°Ca) s itentersthedishwasheLr.oadsmaynot washaswellifthewatertemperaturiestoo low. Additional efficiency tips • To save water, energy and time, only scrape dishes. Do not rinse dishes before putting them into the dishwasher. • Use a delay feature to run your dishwasher during off-peak hours. Local utility providers recommend avoiding heavy usage of energy at certain times of day. • During the summer, run your dishwasher at night. This reduces daytime heat buildup in the kitchen. • Use a rinse aid to improve drying. WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe. Material i . Dishwasher Safe?. Comments Aluminum Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of anodized aluminum. Disposable No Aluminum Bottles and Cans No Cast Iron No China/Stoneware Yes Do not wash disposable aluminum pans in the dishwasher. These might shift during washing and transfer black marks to dishes and other items. Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can loosen and clog the wash system and reduce washing performance. Seasoning will be removed and then will rust. 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 Gold No Glass Yes Hollow-Handle No Knives Pewter, Brass, No Bronze, and Copper Disposable Plastics No Plastics Yes Stainless Steel Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations before washing. Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing. Gold-colored flatware will discolor. 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. High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish. 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. 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 Yes Silver Plate Tin No Wooden Ware 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. Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer's instructions before washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish. 15