Kenmore 665.1629 - Manual (Page 17)

The overfill protection float (in the front right corner of the
dishwasher tub) keeps the dishwasher from overfilling. It must be
in place for the dishwasher to operate.
Check under the float for objects that may keep the protector
from m oving up or down.
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 No
Aluminum
Do not wash throwaway aluminum pans
in the dishwasher. These might shift
during washing and transfer black marks
to dishes and other items.
Bottles and Cans No
W ash bottles and cans by hand. Labels
attached with glue can loosen and clog
the spray arm s or pump and reduce
washing performance.
Cast Iron No
Seasoning will be removed and iron will
rust.
China/ Yes
Stoneware
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
Check m anufacturer’s recommendations
before washing. Some types of leaded
crystal can etch with repeated washing.
Gold No
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass Yes
Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments
Hollow-Handle
Knives No
Handles of som e knives are attached to
the blade with adhesives which can
loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter, Brass,
Bronze 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 m ay vary in their ability to withstand
high temperatures and detergents. It is
recommended that light item s 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 raok. W hen washing
plastic items in the lower rack, it is
recommended that the air dry option be
used.
Stainless Steel Yes
Run a rinse cycle if not washing
immediately. Prolonged contact with food
containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or
fruit juice can dam age finish.
Sterling Silver or
Silver Plate Yes
Run a rinse cycle if not washing
immediately. Prolonged contact with food
containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs,
mayonnaise, and seafood) can damage
finish.
Tin No
Can rust.
W ooden W are No
W ash by hand. Always check
manufacturer’s instructions before
washing. Untreated wood can warp,
crack, or lose its finish.
M ilk glass yellows with repeated
dishwasher washing.
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