c a r i n g f o r y o u r d i n n e r w a r e
The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage to some items if they are washed in the
. Remember, if in any doubt about any aspect concerning items washed in the 
, follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the items, or wash the item by hand.
Cutlery & Silverware |
| Decorated Items | Plastic |
All cutlery and silverware should be rinsed immediately after | Most modern china patterns are | Some plastic may change shape | |
use to prevent tarnishing caused by some foods. The Rinse | Dishwasher safe. Antique items, | or color with hot water. Check | |
wash program is useful for this. Silver items should not come | those with a pattern painted | manufacturer’s instructions about | |
into contact with stainless steel, for example other cutlery. | over the glaze, gold rims or hand | washing plastic items. Washable | |
Mixing these items can cause staining. Remove silver cutlery | painted china may be more | plastic items should be weighed | |
from the | and hand dry it immediately after the | sensitive to machine washing. If | down so they do not flip over and |
program has finished. |
| in doubt wash these items | fill with water or fall through the |
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| by hand. | basket during the wash. |
Aluminium | Glued Items |
Aluminium can be dulled by Dishwasher detergent. The degree | Certain adhesives are softened |
of change depends on the quality of the product. | or dissolved in machine washing. |
| If in doubt, wash glued items |
| by hand. |
Other Metals |
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Iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain other items. |
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Copper, pewter and brass tend to stain. |
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| VACATION TIME |
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Woodware | If the | is not going to be used for some time, we |
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Wooden items are generally sensitive to heat and water. | recommend you ensure the baskets are empty. Leave the inside of the | ||
Regular use in the Dishwasher may cause deterioration over |
| clean. Leave the drawers ajar to allow air to circulate. | |
time. If in doubt, wash by hand. | Turn off both the power and water supply to the | . | |
Glassware
Most everyday glassware is dishwasher safe. Crystal, very fine and antique glassware may etch i.e. become opaque. You may prefer to wash these items by hand.
