Washing Special Items - GE GLD8000 Series Owner's Manual

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WASHING SPECIAL ITEMS

If you have doubts about washing a particular item, check with the manufacturer to see if
it is dishwasher safe.
Material
Aluminum
Disposable aluminum
Bottles and cans
Cast iron
China/Stoneware
Crystal
Gold
Glass
Hollow-handle knives
Pewter brass, bronze
Disposable plastics
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Dishwasher Safe/Comments
Yes
High water temperature and detergents can affect finish of
anodized 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.
No
Wash bottles and cans by hand. Labels attached with glue
can loosen and clog the spray arms or pump and reduce
washing performance.
No
Seasoning will be removed and iron will rust.
Yes
Always check manufacturer's recommendations before
washing. Antique, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns
may fade, gold leaf can discolor or fade.
Yes
Check manufacturer's recommendations before washing.
Some types of leaded crystal can etch with repeated
washing.
No
Gold-colored flatware will discolor.
Yes
Milk glass yellows with repeated dishwasher washing.
No
Handles of some knives are attached to the blade with
adhesives which can loosen if washed in the dishwasher.
No
High water temperatures and detergent can discolor or pit
the finish.
No
Cannot withstand high water temperatures and detergents.