GE PDW7980NSS Owners Manual - Page 10

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. Upper Rack Although the upper rack is primarily for glasses,cups and saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glassesfit best along the sides.This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans,mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down. Fold-down tines {on some models) provide flexibility for extra-large and hard-tofit items. The upper rack is adjustable Ion some models to add flexibility in loading your dishwashen Tolower, push tabs in and lower rack. To raise, just pull up on rack until it snaps. The utility shelf{on some models) may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility. A wine gloss holder {on some models)secures wine glasses for best washability. Becausewine glasses come in various sizes,after loading, slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of the dishwashe_ Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over 2 tines when possible. Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can't fall onto the heate_ 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. Checkto make sure that no items will block rotation of the wash arms. Some models have an Angled Rack System, which allows you to angle your dishes,such as coffee mugs, for better cleaning and quicker drying. To position the tines, pull the leverforward, drop the tines into position and release the leve_ Lower Rack The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers Also,be careful not to let a portion of an item V and cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and baking racks should go along the such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack. This could block the wash ,q left-hand side. Load platters, pots and bowls arm and cause poor washing results. along the sides,in corners or in the back. The Fold-down tines (on some models)provide soiled side of items should face the center of flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. the rack. If necessary, oversized glassesand The tines may be left in the up position or mugs can be placed in the lower rack to folded down to customize the lower rack. maximize loading flexibility. Silverware Basket Don't let anbJ item extend through bottom. t t Toremove end baskets, grasp the basket at opposite comers and slideapart. 10 A variety of options is available regarding the three-piece silverware basket in your dishwasheEThe complete basket is designed to fit on the right side of the lower rack. Additionally, each end of the basket is removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs. To load flatware, simply push the adjustable handle to either side. Put flatware in the basket with knife handles up to protect your hands. Placespoons in the basket with handles down. Mix knives,forks and spoons so they don't nest togetheE The provided lids with slots can be used to avoid nesting of silverware. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids for small containers, should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top. The lids of both end and middle baskets can be closed to contain small items. Long items can be placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack.