Special tips on dishwasher use
If you have any doubts about a particular piece of dishware, check with the manufacturer to see if it is dishwasher safe.
NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if dishware should be washed in a dish- washer.
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Aluminum | Yes | High | water | temperature | and | detergents | may | affect | |||||||||||
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Bottles and | No | Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached | with | ||||||||||||||||
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Cast Iron | No | Seasoning | will be removed | and | iron | will | rust. |
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China/ | Yes | Always | check | manufacturer’s | recommendations | before | |||||||||||||
Stoneware |
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Crystal | Yes | Always | check | manufacturer’s | recommendations | befon | |||||||||||||
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Gold | No | flatware | will | discolor. |
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Glass | Yes | Milk | glass | will | yellow | with | repeated | dishwasher |
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Hollow- | No | Handles |
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Pewter | No | High | water | temperatures | and detergent | may | discolor | ||||||||||||
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Disposable | No | Cannot | withstand | high water | temperatures | and |
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Plastics | Yes | Always | check | manufacturer’s | recommendations |
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StainlessYes Steel
SterlingYes Silver or
Silver Plate
Run a Rinse & Hold cycle (if available) if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with foods containing salt, vinegar, milk products or fruit juice could damage finish.
Run a Rinse & Hold cycle (if available) if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish.
TinNo
WoodenNo Ware
May rust.
Always check manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. Untreated wood may warp, crack or lose its finish.
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