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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

 

 

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

 

Iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain other items.

 

Copper, pewter and brass tend to stain.

 

 

VACATION TIME

 

Woodware

If the

is not going to be used for some time, we

 

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.

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