5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED
IN YOUR DISHWASHER
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Rust-sensitive steel parts like iron and cast iron
that can rust and stain other utensils and damage
the interior stainless steel liner of the dishwasher
and void the warranty. Do not wash copper,
brass, pewter, bronze or tin.
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Cutlery with wooden or horn handles and cutlery
with mother-of-pearl or porcelain handles will
deteriorate over time if put in the dishwasher.
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Plastics may lose their shape or color with hot
water, please follow the instructions of plastic
manufacturers. Be sure that plastic items are
marked "dishwasher safe".
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Glued dishes or cutlery are not suitable for
machine washing since certain adhesives may
get soft or dissolve with hot water.
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Aluminum may fade over time. Minerals in water
and detergent may cause the aluminum to darken
or spot.
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Sterling silver articles should not be washed in
the dishwasher because they tend to discolor
and become dull by dishwasher detergent.
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Silverware and stainless steel items should not
be in contact with each other. Mixing these items
can cause staining. Remove and hand dry these
items immediately when the program ends.
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Decorated glasses, porcelain, fine china and
china with gold rims are sensitive to machine
washing. They may lose their patterns and
colors over time.
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Crystal and very fine glassware may become
opaque (etch) losing their shine over time. You
may prefer to wash them by hand.
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Do not wash sponges or dish cloths in
dishwasher.
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Do not wash art and craft articles in dishwasher.
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Disposable plastics and disposable aluminum
cannot withstand high temperatures; do not
wash them in the dishwasher.
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Notice :
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If in doubt, wash by hand or follow the
instructions from the manufacturer of
utensils, dishes, glasses or pots and pans.
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Do not wash items soiled with cigarette ash,
candle wax, varnish, paints or chemicals
since they can damage your dishwasher.
CAUTION
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Notice :
CARING FOR YOUR TABLE-WARE
We recommend when buying new dishware, try to
choose ones that are suitable for machine washing
(marked as dishwasher safe).
The combination of high temperatures and
dishwasher detergent may cause damage to some
items if they are washed in the dishwasher.
Remember, if there is any doubt about any aspect
concerning items to be washed in the dishwasher,
follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the
items, or wash the items by hand.
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