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Knowing what can and cannot be washed in your dish- wash one small item for several washes before
washer is important. Most tableware, cookware and sil- attempting to wash an entire set.
verware can be washed safely in your dishwasher. If you
have any doubts about an item, check with the manufac- NOTE: It is the user's responsibility to determine if
turer. If you cannot reach the manufacturer, simply test- dishware should be washed in a dishwasher.
Material Dishwast er Safe? S iecial Information
Yes, except anodized High water temperature and detergents may affect finish. Check cleaning
Aluminum aluminum and some instructions.
cookware.
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Cast Iron No Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.
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Stoneware Otherwise, check with I in doubt, test wash a small item for several weeks before washing entire set.
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No, if antique or light- Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Some types
weight delicate crystal, of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings. If in doubt, test wash a
t_r_'sLal Otherwise, check with small item for several weeks before washing an entire set.
manufacturer.
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Glass Yes, except milkglass. Milkglass will yellow with repeated dishwasher washing.
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Gold- No Will discolor.
Plated
Flatware
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Pewter No High water temperature and detergents may discolor or pit finish.
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Disposable No Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents.
Plastics
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Yes Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Plastics vary
Plastics (If labeled "dish- in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents.
washer safe")
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Yes Run a Rinse & Hold Cycle (select models) if not washing immediately.
Stainless Prolonged contact with foods containing salt, vinegar, milk products or fruit
Steel juice could damage finish.
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No, if has commercial Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse
Sterling "darkening". & Hold Cycle (select models) if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact
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Wooden No Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Wood may
Items warp, crack or discolor.
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