Dishwasher Care; Drain Air Gap - Whirlpool DU960PWKB0 Use & Care Manual

Material Dishwasher Safe?/Comments
Crystal
Gold
Yes
Check manufacturer's recommendations
before washing. Some types of leaded
crystal can etch with repeated washing.
No
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass
Hollow-Handle
Knives
Yes
Milk glass yellows with repeated
dishwasher washing.
No
Handles of some knives are attached to
the blade with adhesives which can
loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
Pewter, Brass,
Bronze
Disposable
Plastics
Plastics
Stainless Steel
Sterling Silver or
Silver Plate
No
High water temperatures and detergent
can discolor or pit the finish.
No
Cannot withstand high water
temperatures and detergents.
Yes
Always check manufacturer's
recommendations before washing.
Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand
high temperatures and detergents. Load
plastics in top rack only.
Yes
Run a rinse cycle if not washing
immediately. Prolonged contact with food
containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or
fruit juice can damage finish.
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.
Wooden Ware
No
Wash by hand. Always check
manufacturer's instructions before
washing. Untreated wood can warp,
crack, or lose its finish.
DISHWASHER C ARE
Cleaning the exterior
In most cases, regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge and a
mild detergent is all that is necessary to keep the outside of your
dishwasher looking nice and clean.
Cleaning the interior
Hard water minerals can cause a white film to build up on the
inside surfaces, especially just beneath the door area.
Do net clean the dishwasher interior until it has cooled. Wear
rubber gloves. De net use any type of cleanser other than
dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing.
To clean interior
Make a paste with powdered dishwasher detergent on a damp
sponge and clean.
OR
Use liquid automatic dishwasher detergent and clean with a
damp sponge.
OR
See the vinegar rinse procedure in "Spotting and filming on
dishes" in "Troubleshooting".
NOTE: Run a Normal Wash cycle with detergent after cleaning
the interior.
Check the drain air gap anytime your dishwasher isn't
draining well.
Some state or local plumbing codes require the addition of a
drain air gap between a built-in dishwasher and the home drain
system. If a drain is clogged, the drain air gap protects your
dishwasher from water backing up into it.
The drain air gap is usually located on top of the sink or
countertop near the dishwasher. To order a drain air gap, contact
your local dealer; or in the U.S.A., call the Customer Interaction
Center and ask for Part Number 300096.
NOTE: The drain air gap is an external plumbing device that is
not part of your dishwasher. The warranty provided with your
dishwasher does not cover service costs directly associated with
the cleaning or repair of the external drain air gap.
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