dishwasher-safe can be washed in the appliance. Lids may have different care instructions, especially when they contain seals, valves, clips, or plastic components.
Very old, decorative, cracked, or hand-painted glass should be treated more carefully. Sudden temperature changes can also cause some glass objects to crack.
Loading the wrong object can damage more than the item itself—loose labels, melted plastic, and broken fragments may also interfere with the dishwasher’s essential components.
How to Protect Your Dishwasher
Avoiding inappropriate items is not only about protecting dishes and cookware. Loose labels, melted
