Loading Silverware And Cutlery Baskets - Whirlpool DU8900XT Series Use & Care Manual

Bottom rack loading
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Make sure pot handles and other items do
not stop rotation of either the upper or lower
spray arm. Spray arms must move freely.
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Load items so they do not block or cover
the spray tower.
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Securely place heavily soiled cookware
face down in rack.
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Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between
prongs and facing the spray.
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Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other
large items at sides or back. Loading
such items in front may keep water spray
from reaching detergent dispenser and
silverware basket.
NOTE:
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Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items
in the bottom rack.
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When lower rack is removed, replace
with bumpers in front.
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Loading silverware
and cutlery baskets
Load forks and
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reach nested items.
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Mix items in each section of the basket
with some pointing up and some down.
Small items - baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.
- can be put in any section.
Make sure sharp items (knives, forks,
skewers, etc.) are put in point down.
The silverware basket can be loaded
while it's in place on the door, or it can
be taken out for loading on the counter
or table.
It can also be removed for easy un-
loading. Always unload or remove the
basket before unloading the racks to
avoid spilling water droplets on the
silverware.
To remove the
basket, slide it to-
ward the top of
the door- by the
handle. Lift it off
the holding but-
tons. Replace it in
reverse order.
To open the basket, unhook the latch as
shown Be sure the cover is
completely latched be-
fore pulling out the bottom
rack and before closing
the dishwasher door.
Remove and replace the
cutlery basket in the same way as the
silverware basket. Use the cutlery basket
for long items. Remove the basket and tip
contents onto a
cutting board
to unload.
This can
help avoid
accidents
with sharp
points and
edges.