GE GDT580SMFES, GDT580SSFSS, GDF520PGDWW Lower Rack, Angled Positions Available or Folded Down

Loading the dishwasher (cont.).

For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.

Lower Rack

The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware items. Large items, such as broiler pans and baking racks should go along the sides of the rack. If necessary, oversized glasses and mugs can be placed in the lower rack to maximize loading flexibility. Plates, saucers and similar items should be placed between the tines in the direction that allows the item to remain secure in the rack.

NOTE: Do not load large items in the lower rack where they may block the wash jets from rinsing out the detergent dispenser.

The lower rack fold down tines (on some models) can be adjusted to different upright angles or placed flat to provide flexibility for hard-to-fit or extra-large items.

WARNING! The clips can be a choke hazard for small children. Keep out of reach of children.

To change the direction of the fold down tines, lower the tines then pull away from the bar clips that secure the tines to the rack and remove. Reverse the direction of the tines, orienting the handle on the opposite side of the rack. Reattach the tines to the bar clips by pushing the tines back until they click in place. The indexer will also need to be switched to the opposite side of the dishwasher. To remove the indexer, simply slide it the in the direction labeled “unlock.” Then, align the indexer with the rack on the other side and slide in the direction that says “lock” in order to reattach the indexer to the rack.

3 Angled Positions Available or Folded Down

Bar Clip

The direction in which you load dishes in your lower rack can be configured to match your loading preference. The tine direction for all tines in the lower rack can be switched to allow dishes to face as shown in Figure A or Figure B.

Indexer

To lock, slide right.

To unlock, slide left.

		IMPORTANT: It is important to ensure that items do not protrude
		through the bottom of the rack or the silverware basket where
		they will block the rotation of the lower spray arm. Also, ensure
		that large plates, pots, or tall items don’t hit the mid spray arm.
Figure A	Figure B	This could result in noise during operation and/or poor wash
The reversible tine blocks (on some		performance.
models) are designed to allow
greater flexibility in loading dishes.
The direction of the tine blocks can		Clip
be changed to match preferred
loading direction. To adjust the tine
block direction, remove the clips
securing the tine blocks to the racks
by pulling up on the tab, then gently
flex the retaining wire from the
center to unseat the tine block from
the lower rack. The tine block may
be turned in the opposite direction
to reverse loading direction. Secure
the tine block to the rack using the
same process and be sure to snap
the clips back in place.

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