
Tips for washing special items
If you have any doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
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Aluminum |
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Bottles and Cans | No | Wash | bottles and | cans | by hand. Labels | attached | with | ||||
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Cast Iron |
| No | Seasonihg will | be removed and iron will | rust. |
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China/Stoneware | Yes | Always check | manufacturer's recommendations | before | |||||||
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Crystal |
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| Yes | Always check | manufacturer's recommendations | before | |||||
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Gold |
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| No | flatware will discolor. |
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Glass |
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| Yes | Milk glass will yellow with repeated dishwasher |
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Knives | No | Handles of some knives are attached to the blade | |||||||||
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Pewter |
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Disposable Plastics | No | Cannot withstand high | water | temperatures and |
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Plastics |
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| Yes | Always check manufacturer'srecommendations before | |||||||
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Stainless | Steel |
| Yes | Run a Quick Rinse cycle if not washing immediately. | |||||||
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Sterling | Silver | or Silver Plate | Yes | Run a Quick Rinse cycle if not washing immediately. | |||||||
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Tin |
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Wooden | Ware |
| No | Wash by hand. Always | check manufacturer's |
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