WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS
If you have doubts about washing a particular
item, check with the manufacturer
to see if it is dishwasher
safe.
Material
. Dishwasher Safe?
. Comments
Aluminum
Yes
High water temperature
and detergents can affect finish and color of
aluminum.
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 wash system and reduce washing performance.
Cast Iron
No
Seasoning will be removed and then 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
Always 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 material 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, and
No
High water temperatures
and detergent can discolor or pit the finish.
Copper
Disposable
Plastics
No
Cannot withstand
high water temperatures
and detergents.
Plastics
Yes
Yes
Yes
Stainless Steel
Sterling Silver or Silver Plate
Always check manufacturer's
recommendations
before washing. Plastic
items may vary in their ability
to withstand high temperatures
and
detergents. It is recommended
that lightweight
items such as lids and
butter dishes be placed in the upper rack only. Sturdy items such as
coolers and high-chair trays may be placed in the lower rack. When
washing plastic items in the lower rack, it is recommended
not to use the
Heated Dry option.
Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately.
Prolonged contact with
food containing
salt, vinegar, milk products, or fruit juice can damage
finish.
Run a rinse cycle if not washing immediately.
Prolonged contact with
food containing
salt, acid, or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise, and seafood)
can damage finish. Do not wash Sterling Silver silverware with Stainless
Steel silverware because electrolytic
action will discolor and pit the
metals where they touch.
Tin
No
Not recommended
Wooden Ware
No
Wash by hand. Always check manufacturer's
instructions before
washing. Untreated wood can warp, crack, or lose its finish.
Large Casserole Section
Yes
There may be certain casserole dishes that may not fit in front of the
TurboZone _ feature in the back of the lower dish rack. Adjust the tines
as necessary to load the large dishes.
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