Proper Loading - Whirlpool DU4500XM Use & Care Manual

Proper loading
Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating spray arms.
Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results. Be careful to
Separate
items so spray can reach all surfaces.
Top rack loading
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CUP AND GLASS LOAD
The top rack is designed for cups,
glaSSeS
and smaller items.
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Place so open ends face down for clean-
ing and draining.
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load glasses In top rack only. Bottom
rack is not designed for glasses. Damage
may occur.
MIXED LOAD
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Place items in the rows between prongs.
Placing them over the prongs can lead
to breakage.
Be sure lightweight items are held firmly
in place.
China, crystal and other delicate items
must not touch another item during dish-
washer operation. Damage may occur.
UTENSIL LOAD
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Load plastic items only In the top rack.
Only plastic items marked "dishwasher
safe" are recommended.
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Plastic items can be melted in the bottom
rack.
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Small bowls, pans and other utensils can
be placed in the top rack.
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Items with cooked-on or dried-on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with
soiled surfaces facing the spray.