Electrolux EDW5505E Use and Care Manual - Page 7

What Can & Cannot Be Washed 7 Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. Check with the manufacturer. Material Dishwasher Safe Special Information Aluminum Yes, except anodized. High water temperature and detergents may affect finish. Cast Iron No Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust. China/Stoneware Yes, except antique or hand-painted. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Antique, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf may discolor. Crystal Yes, except antique or delicate crystal. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Some types of leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings. Filters Not recommended. May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior. Glass Yes A specialty glass called "milk glass" can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing. Gold-Plated Flatware No Will discolor. Pewter, Tin No Plastics Yes, top rack, except disposable plastic items. Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Plastics vary in their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents. Disposable plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason. Stainless Steel Yes Run a Rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with foods containing salt, vinegar, milk products or juice could damage finish. Sterling Silver or Silverplate No, if has commercial "darkening". Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse cycle if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with food containing salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could damage finish. Commercial "darkening" may be removed by detergent. Wooden Items No Wood may warp, crack or discolor.