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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER
For best dishwashing results follow these loading guidelines.
Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
Upper Rack
Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers, pots and pans
can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glasses fit best
along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics.
The
utility shelf
(on some models) may be placed in the up or down
position to add flexibility.
A wine glass holder
(on some models) secures
wine glasses for best washability. Because wine glasses come in various
sizes, after loading, slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear
the top of the dishwasher.
The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans,
mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down. Fold-down tins
(on some models) provide flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items.
Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over two tines when possible.
Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can’t fall onto the heater.
Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and
block rotation of the middle spray arm. This could result in poor wash
performance for items in the upper rack.
Check to make sure that no items will block rotation of the wash arms.
Lower Rack
The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware. Large items
such as broiler pans and baking racks should go along the left-hand side.
Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners, or in the back.
The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack. If necessary,
oversized glasses and mugs can be placed in the lower rack to maximize
loading flexibility.
Also, be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle
extend through the bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and cause
poor washing results.
Fold-down tines (on some models) provide flexibility for extra-large and
hard-to-fit items. The tines may be left in the up position or folded down
to customize the rack.
Silverware Basket
A variety of options is available regarding the three-piece silverware
basket in your dishwasher. The complete basket is designed to fit on the
right side of the lower rack. Additionally, each end of the basket is
removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower
rack capacity needs.
To load flatware, simply push the adjustable handle to either side. Put
flatware in the basket with knife handles up to protect your hands. Place
spoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so
they don’t nest together.
The provided lids with slots can be used to avoid nesting of silverware.
Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids for small
containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with
silverware on top.
The lids of both end and middle baskets can be closed to contain small
items. Long items can be placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack.
To remove end baskets,
grasp the basket at opposite
corners and slide apart.
Don’t let any
item extend
through
bottom.
