Hints and tips
To save energyItems not suitable for dishwashers:
The following items should not be washed in
Place dishes in the machine immediately after
every meal and wait until the dishwasher is fullthe dishwasher (unless they are sold as
before washing.dishwasher proof):
- Cutlery with wooden or horn handles or
If necessary run the Rinse and Hold programmeglued parts
(see Programme Chart on the following pages),
so that any food scraps do not become caked on- bronze cutlery
the dishes while you are waiting to run the- saucepans with wooden handles
complete wash programme.- aluminium ware
Do not prewash dishes under running water.- crystal ware
Select a OQuick� programme when the dishes- leaded glass
are not very soiled, following the instructions- plastic items
given in the OWashing programmes� chart. - antique or fine decorated china
Certain types of decoration can discolour when
washed in a dishwasher.
For best washing results:
Crystal-ware and plastic objects, if not
Before loading remove all scraps of food andguaranteed dishwasher proof should be washed
soak very heavily soiled pots and pans. by hand.
Arrange saucepans, cups and glasses etc.Certain types of glass can also become opaque
upside-down. after being washed several times in a
Tilt items with convex or concave surfaces sodishwasher.
that the water drains off easily. A chemical reaction can occur between silver
cutlery and stainless steel cutlery. As a
Avoid contact between the dishes as far as
possible.precaution, do not wash together.
Iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain
You will improve drying results by leaving the
dishwasher door ajar for at least 15-30 minutesother items.
as soon as the programme finishes. Aluminium tends to go black, copper, pewter
W ait a few minutes before removing the dishes;and brass tend to stain.
in this way they will be cooler and the drying will
be improved. If in doubt check with manufacturer of the
Empty the lower basket first and then the upperitem.
one; this will avoid water dripping from the upperWhen buying new dishes, ensure that they
basket onto the dishes in the lower one.are dishwasher proof.
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