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Dishware
The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage to
some items. Refer to the manufacturer's guidance or wash by hand if in doubt.
Cutlery & silverware
Rinse cutlery and silverware immediately
after use to prevent tarnishing. We
recommend using the
should not come into contact with
stainless steel, mixing these can cause
staining. Remove silver cutlery from the
dishwasher and hand dry immediately.
Aluminium
Aluminium can be dulled by detergent.
The degree of change depends on the
quality of the detergent or aluminium.
Other metals
Iron and cast iron can rust and stain other
items. Copper, pewter and brass tend
to stain.
Woodware
Woodware is generally sensitive to heat
and water. Regular use in the dishwasher
may cause deterioration over time.
Water hardness
Hard water is water with a high concentration of minerals such as calcium and magnesium.
It can be detrimental to the performance of your dishwasher and parts can fail over time.
Glassware washed in hard water will become cloudy over time and dishes will become
spotted or covered in a white film. Water hardness varies by geographical location.
If you live in a hard water area, we recommend fitting a water softener to the household
water supply.
If your home has hard water
Refer to 'Powdered detergent quantity recommendations'.
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Use rinse aid. We recommend you raise the rinse aid setting to 6 to help improve wash
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performance. Refer to 'Preferences' for details.
Use a dishwasher cleaner/descaler regularly, or whenever you notice a build-up of limescale
deposits in your dishwasher.
If your home has soft or softened water
Avoid using too much detergent.
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Glassware
Most glassware is dishwasher safe. Crystal,
very fine and antique glassware may etch
and develop a cloudy appearance.
Plastics
Some plastics may change shape or
colour with hot water. Refer to the
manufacturer's guide. Dishwasher safe
plastic should be weighed down so it
does not flip and fill with water or fall
through the base rack during the wash.
Decorated items
Most modern china patterns are
dishwasher safe. Antique items, those with
a pattern painted over the glaze, gold
rims or hand painted china may be more
sensitive to machine washing.
Glued items
Certain adhesives are softened or
dissolved in machine washing.
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