WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS
If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
Material | Dishwasher | Safe?/Comments | |
Aluminum | Yes |
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| High water temperature and detergents | ||
| can affect finish of anodized aluminum. | ||
Disposable | No |
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Aluminum | Do not wash | throwaway | aluminum pans |
| in the dishwasher. These might shift | ||
| during washing and transfer black marks | ||
| to dishes and other items. | ||
Bottles and Cans | No |
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| Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels | ||
| attached with glue can loosen and clog | ||
| the spray arms or pump and reduce | ||
| washing performance. |
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Cast Iron | No |
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| Seasoning will be removed, and iron will | ||
| rust. |
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China/ | Yes |
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Stoneware | Always check | manufacturer's | |
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| recommendations before | washing. |
Material
Pewter, Brass,
Bronze
Disposable
Plastics
Plastics
Stainless Steel
Dishwasher Safe?/Comments
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 light items such as lids and butter dishes be placed in the upper rack only. Sturdy items such as coolers and
Yes
| Antique, |
| patterns may fade. Gold leaf can discolor |
| or fade. |
Crystal | Yes |
| Always check manufacturer's |
| recommendations before washing. Some |
| types of leaded crystal can etch with |
| repeated washing. |
Gold | No |
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Glass | Yes |
| Milk glass yellows with repeated |
| dishwasher washing. |
Sterling Silver or Silver Plate
Tin
Wooden Ware
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
Can rust.
No
No | |
Knives | Handles of some knives are attached to |
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the blade with adhesives which can loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer's instructions before
washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.
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