Dishwasher Racks - GE Dishwashers Owner's Manual

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.
Three-piece basket
To remove end baskets, grasp
the basket at opposite corners
and slide apart.
Upper Rack
The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. This is also a secure
place for dishwasher-safe plastics. A cup shelf may be placed in the up
or down position to add flexibility. The upper rack is good for all kinds of
odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should
be placed face down.
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.
Lower Rack
When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the
front left corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating during the
wash cycle.
The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware. Large
items should go along the sides. 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.
Be careful not to let a portion of any item such as a pot or dish handle
extend through the bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and
cause poor washing results.
Silverware Basket
The silverware basket may be used without the topper for quick loading.
With the topper, flatware is better positioned for the dishwasher to
thoroughly wash and dry all pieces by preventing nesting.
Without the topper
Put the 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
Through bottom
small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with
silverware on top.
With the topper
Place small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small
containers, in the bottom of the basket and snap the topper in place.
Insert spoons and forks, handles first, through the holes in the topper.
Place knives, blades first, through the holes in the topper.
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