Mixed load
l Load plastic items in the top rack only. Only plastic items marked “dishwasher- safe” are recommended.
l Load plastic items so the force of the spray does not move them during the cycle.
l Plastic items may melt in the bottom rack.
Utensil load
l Small bowls, pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack.
Extra-capacity fold-down shelves
(on some models)
Extra shelves on the right and left side of the top rack can be folded down over short items (cups, juice glasses, cereal bowls, etc.) to hold extra items.
Do not cover third level wash (on some models)
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Loading the bottom rack
Items with
Mixed load
l Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of the lower spray arm. Spray arm must move freely.
lLoad items so they do not block or cover the spray tower.
l Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack.
Dish load
l Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing inward to the spray.
l Do not place items directly over spray tower.
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