GE PDW 8700 manual Lower Rack, Silverware Basket, Safety, Removing the Upper Rack, Instructions

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Lower Rack

Safety

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 lower rack.

Instructions

Removing the Upper Rack

You can remove the upper rack to allow space for large items in the lower rack.

To remove the upper rack:

5Slide the shower nozzle attachment (located in use and care bag) over the spout.

Operating

Press thumb	Remove end cap
tab out

1Press thumb tab out and remove the front end caps on each side of the rail.

2Pull the rack straight out and off the rails.

3Replace the end caps.

4Push the rails all the way back into the dishwasher.

Shower nozzle attachment

6Then fill the lower rack and begin your cycle.

NOTE: Don’t forget to remove the shower nozzle attachment before you replace the upper rack.

Instructions

One-piece basket (on some models)

Silverware Basket

To load flatware, simply push the adjustable handle to either side. Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and 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. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with the silverware on top.

A variety of options is available regarding the three-piece silverware basket (on some models) 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.

The lids of both end and middle baskets (on some models) can be closed to contain small

Troubleshooting Tips

Three-piece basket (on some models) The one-piece silverware basket (on some models) can be placed in the front, right side

or back of the lower rack.

Don’t let any item extend through bottom.

items. Long items can be placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack.

Consumer Support

To remove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart.

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