Preparing and Loading Dishes
Loading the Top Rack
The top rack is designed for cups, glasses, small plates, saucers and bowls.
Load glasses in top rack. Damage may occur if placed in bottom rack.
Load plastic items in top rack only. Melting may occur if placed in bottom rack.
Load items with open ends facing down for better cleaning and draining.
Damage may occur if delicate items touch each other during dishwasher operation.
Loading the Silverware Basket
Mix spoons, forks and knives to prevent nesting. Mixing items gives better cleaning and drying.
For safety, load sharp knives and forks with handles up.
Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block the spray arm.
Do not mix silver and stainless to avoid damaging the silver finish.
Loading the Bottom Rack
Place plates and platters so that they do not touch.
Place bowls, casseroles and sauce pans with the soiled surface facing down or toward the center. Tilt slightly for better drainage.
Be sure pan handles do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block the spray arm rotation.
Note: Silverware basket may vary by model.
Do not block tower protector.
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