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This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results. Don’t let any item extend through bottom Precaution! Take out anything that may fall or extend through the bottom of the basket. 9 Loading Dishwasher The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers, and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go in the lower rack along the edge. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back. For best washing result, all items should be positioned with the soiled side facing the center of the rack. Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands. Place spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Distribute evenly. The security cell cover hinged in the handle may be lowered to either side to secure light-weight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action. WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY IN YOUR DISHWASHER Material Usually Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum YES Some colored anodized aluminum can fade. Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/ Stoneware YES Antique, metal-trimmed, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns fade. Gold leaf will discolor. If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the rest of the set. Crystal YES Antique, metal-trimmed or hand-painted patterns fade. Gold leaf will discolor. Load securely to prevent movement. Check your manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal. Non-dishwasher items—such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters, paint brushes, etc. NO Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result. Glass YES Iron NO Iron will rust. Pewter NO Pewter tarnishes. Plastics YES If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in the top rack before dishwashing an entire set. Stainless steel YES Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acidic foods can stain if left on. Sterling silver and silver plate YES Don’t put in same silverware basket with stainless steel. Contact between metals can damage silver. Don’t wash copper utensils in the same load. Silver may get a brown film. Adhesive used to attach some hollow-handle knives can loosen. Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acidic foods can stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remove black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup. Non-stick coatings YES After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non-stick quality. Tin NO Tin can rust. Wood NO Wood can warp, crack or lose its finish with any type of washing. Forget a dish? Here’s when you can add it: Add dishes any time during the RINSE & HOLD cycle. With other wash cycles, you can add dishes at any time BEFORE the main detergent wash portion of the cycle. However, opening the door during any cycle lessens cleaning power. So try to load everything at the beginning. Here’s how to add a forgotten dish: 1. Push the door latch to the left. Washing will stop. 2. Wait a few seconds until the water calms. Then open the door. WARNING: Hot vapor may rise from opened door. 3. Add dishes you’ve forgotten. 4. Close the door and push the latch to the far right. When the door is locked, washing will continue. What Care and What Care and CARE AND CLEANING USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or WR97X0216) is available from GE Service and sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Parts Centers. Clean the outside with a good appliance polish The inside usually takes care of itself. If it should wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it ever need cleaning, use a mild cleansing powder. can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or Scouring pads and harsh cleaners can mar the finish. gritty cleaners. Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing. If your dishwasher is left in an • Drain water from the inlet line unheated place during the winter, and water valve. (Use a pan to ask a service technician to: catch the water.) • Cut off electrical power to the • Reconnect the water inlet line to dishwasher. Remove fuses or trip the water valve. circuit breaker. • Remove the plastic pump cover • Turn off the water supply. in the tub bottom and use a • Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. Pump Cover Screws sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot. Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean. An air gap is a plumbing device. It protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. And you may not even have one. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps. Two Types of Air Gaps Check...
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