GE CDT835SSJSS Use and Care Manual - Page 14

Loading the dishwasher (cont.). For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Lower Rack The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware items. Large items, such as broiler pans and baking racks should be placed along the sides of the rack. If necessary, oversized glasses and mugs can be placed in the lower rack to maximize loading flexibility. Plates, saucers and similar items should be placed between the tines in the direction that allows the item to remain secure in the rack. NOTE: Do not load large items in the lower rack where they may block the wash jets from rinsing out the detergent dispenser. The lower rack fold down tines 3 Angled (on some Positions models) can Available be adjusted or Folded to different Down upright angles or placed flat to provide flexibility for hard-to-fit or extra-large items. WARNING The clips can be a choke hazard for small children if removed from the dishwasher. Keep out of reach of children. To change the direction of the fold down tines, lower the tines, then pull away from the bar clips that secure the tines to the rack and remove. Reverse the direction of the tines, orienting the handle on the opposite side of the rack. Reattach the tines to the bar clips by pushing the tines back until they click in place. The indexer will also need to be switched to the opposite side of the dishwasher. To remove the indexer, simply slide it the in the direction labeled "unlock." Then, align the indexer with the rack on the other side and slide in the direction that says "lock" in order to reattach the indexer to the rack. IMPORTANT: It is important to ensure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack or the silverware basket where they will block the rotation of the lower spray arm. Also, ensure that large plates, pots, or tall items don't hit the mid spray arm. This could result in noise during operation and/or poor wash performance. The reversible tine blocks (on some models) are designed to allow greater flexibility in loading dishes. The direction of the tine blocks can be changed to match your preferred loading direction as shown in Figure A or Figure B: Figure A Figure B To adjust the tine block direction, remove the clips securing the tine blocks to the racks by pulling up on the tab, then gently flex the retaining wire from the center to unseat the tine block from the lower rack. The tine block may be turned in the opposite direction to reverse loading direction. Secure the tine block to the rack using the same process and be sure to snap the clips back in place. Clip Bar Clip Indexer To lock, slide right. To unlock, slide left. 14