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If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer

to see if it is dishwasher safe.

Aluminum Yes
High water temperature and detergents can affect
finish of anodized aluminum.

Material Dishwasher Safe/ Comments

Disposable Aluminum No
Do not wash disposable aluminum pans in the
dishwasher These might shift during washing and
transfer black marks to dishes and other items.
Bottles and cans No
Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels
attached with glue can loosen and clog the spray
arms or pump and reduce washing performance.
Cast Iron No
Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.
China / Stoneware Yes
Always check manufacturer's recommendations
before washing. Antique, hand-painted, or over-
the-glaze patterns may fade, gold leaf can
discolor or fade.
Crystal Yes
Check manufacturer's recommendations before
washing. Some types of leaded crystal can etch
with repeated washing.
Gold No
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Glass Yes
Milk glass yellows with repeated dishwasher
washing.
Hollow-Handle Knives No
Handles of some knives are attached to the blade
with adhesives which can loosen if washed in the
dishwasher
Pewter Brass, Bronze No
High water temperatures and detergent can
discolor or pit the finish.
Disposable Plastics No
Cannot withstand high water temperatures and
detergents.
WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS