WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS
If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
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Aluminum | Yes | High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of |
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| anodized aluminum. |
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Disposable Aluminum | No | Do not wash disposable aluminum pans in the dishwasher. These |
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| might shift during washing and transfer black marks to dishes and |
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| other items. |
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Bottles and Cans | No | Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue can |
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| loosen and clog the wash system and reduce washing performance. |
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Cast Iron | No | Seasoning will be removed and then will rust. |
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China/Stoneware | Yes | Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. |
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| leaf can discolor or fade. |
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Crystal | Yes | Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. |
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| Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated washing. |
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Gold | No | |
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Glass | Yes | Milk glass material yellows with repeated dishwasher washing. |
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No | Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with adhesives | |
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| which can loosen if washed in the dishwasher. |
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Pewter, Brass, Bronze, and | No | High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit the finish. |
Copper |
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Disposable Plastics | No | Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents. |
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Plastics | Yes | Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. |
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| Plastic items may vary in their ability to withstand high temperatures |
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| and detergents. It is recommended that lightweight items such as lids |
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| and butter dishes be placed in the upper rack only. Sturdy items such |
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| as coolers and |
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| When washing plastic items in the lower rack, it is recommended not |
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| to use the Heated Dry option. |
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Stainless Steel | Yes | Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with |
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| food containing salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can |
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| damage finish. |
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Sterling Silver or Silver | Yes | Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with |
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| food containing salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and |
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| seafood) can damage finish. |
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Tin | No | Not recommended. |
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Wooden Ware | No | Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer’s instructions before |
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| washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish. |
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Large Casserole Section | Yes | There may be certain casserole dishes that may not fit in front of the |
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| TurboZone™ (on some models) feature in the back of the lower dish |
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| rack. Adjust the tines as necessary to load the large dishes. |
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