Adding A Dish After Dishwasher Is Started; Washing Special Items - Kenmore 665.7798* Use & Care Manual

1. Open the door slightly to stop the cycle. Wait for the spraying action to stop, then open the door completely.
2. Check whether the detergent dispenser cover is still closed. If it is open, the wash cycle has already started and
adding a dish is not recommended.
3. If detergent has not yet been used (detergent dispenser cover is closed), you may add a dish.
4. Press START/RESUME and firmly close the door within 3 seconds.
If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
Material
Aluminum
Disposable Aluminum
Bottles and Cans
Cast Iron
China/Stoneware
Crystal
Gold
Glass
Hollow-Handle Knives
Pewter, Brass, Bronze,
and Copper
Disposable Plastics
Plastics
Stainless Steel
Sterling Silver or Silver
Plate
Tin
Wooden Ware

Adding A Dish After Dishwasher Is Started

WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS

Dishwasher Safe? Comments
Yes High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of
anodized 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.
No Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can
loosen and clog the wash system and reduce washing
performance.
No Seasoning will be removed and then will rust.
Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations before washing.
Antique, hand-painted, or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold
leaf can discolor or fade.
Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendations before washing.
Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing.
No Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Yes Milk glass material 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.
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.
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.
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.
No Not recommended.
No Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer's instructions before
washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.
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