Kenmore 14048 Owner's Manual page 9

SpeciaH Tips on Dishwasher Use
Most utensils and dishware can be safely washed in
},our dishwasher° Howevet_ some materials may require
special handling°
Muminum: Some darkening may take placer Colored
aluminum may fade. Do not place aluminum items
directly in fi:ont of detergent dispenser's where contact
with undissolved detergent could cause pitting, spot-
ting or discoloration.
Cast Iron= Cast iron utensils should be handwashed°
China: Antique, hand-painted china and those with
gold ot platinum rings should be handwashe&
Crystal." Load carefully in upper rack only. To pre-
vent chipping, items should not touch, Handwash
delicate items, Select COOL DRY drying option to
air-dry crystal items.
Flatware: Sterling, silverplate and stainless steel are
normally dishwasher safe. Flatware with dark decora-
tive shading and/or non-metallic handles should be
handwashed,
Pewter: Pewter or pewter-like materials should be
handwashed.
Plastic: Plastic items should be placed in upper rack
only, Wash only those items marked "Dishwasher
Safe,"
Wood: Wood items should be handwashed.
Glass: Milk glass should be handwashed
Non-Stick Coatings: After washing, wipe the non-
stick coating a,,ea with vegetable oi! to keep it f!_om
losing its non-stick quality,
Non-Dishware Items: DO blOT wash items such as
electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint
brushes in your dishwasher,, Damage to dishwasher and
discoloration or staining of dishwasher' may result,