GE GSD6000 Owner's Manual page 8

Loading the dishwasher racks.
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.
Don't let any
item extend
through bottom.
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Upper Rack
Although the upper rack is for glasses,
cups and saucers, pots and pans can be
placed in this rack for effective cleaning.
Cups and glasses fit best along the sides.
This is also a secure place for dishwasher-
safe plastics.
The utility shelf (on some models) may be
placed in the up or down position to add
flexibility. A wine glass holder (on some
models) secures wine glasses for best
washability. Because wine glasses come in
various sizes, after loading, slowly push in
the rack to make sure they will clear the
top of the dishwasher.
The upper rack is good for all kinds of
odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing
Lower Rack
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.
Silverware Basket
Put flatware in the removable basket with
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 silverware
on top.
The silverware basket can be placed
in the front, right side, or back of the
lower rack.
bowls and other items should be placed
face down. Fold-down tines (on some
models) provide flexibility for extra-large
and hard-to-fit items.
Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over two
tines when possible.
Make sure small plastic items are secure so they
can't fall onto the heater.
Be sure that items do not protrude through the
bottom of the rack and block rotation of the
middle spray arm. This could result in poor wash
performance for items in the upper rack.
Check to make sure that no items will block
rotation of the wash arms.
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.