Maytag MDC4650AWW Use and Care Guide - Page 5

Loading Upper Rack Glasses, cups, stemware, light-weight plastics, plates, bowls, pans, long-handled utensils etc. can be loaded in this rack. Do not load glasses over the tines. The Stack-Rack (select models) on the right side of the upper rack folds up or down for loading flexibility. Fold it down to hold long-handled knives, spatulas and spoons or short items like cups or juice glasses. Fold it up for taller items like glasses, bowls, plates, etc. The edge of the StackRack (select models) is designed to hold stemware in place. Taller stemware will fit better on the right side as the upper rack is deeper on this side. The Cup Clips (select models) located in the center of the upper rack can be used to hold light-weight plastic items, cooking utensils, knives, etc. in place. Clip the item between the tine and the clip. Lower Rack A variety of items such as dinner plates, mixing bowls, pots and pans and baking dishes can be loaded in this rack. Wider items can be placed along the left side and back of this rack. slotted covers, load knives, handles up and spoons and forks handles down. Be sure that thin, finely pointed items do not extend through the basket. This could block the lower wash arm. Auxiliary Basket (select models) Use this supplemental basket in the upper or lower rack for loading miscellaneous items and utensils. This is also a safe place to load sharp knives and pointed items. Removing the Upper Rack The upper rack can be removed when tall or oversized items need to be loaded into the lower rack. Unload the rack before removing it from the dishwasher. To remove rack: 1. Roll the rack 1⁄3 to 1⁄2 of the way out. 2. To remove each plastic push tab rack stop from the end of each track, push inward (toward the rack) on the ridged area of the rack stop. The rack stop will snap open and can be easily removed by pulling straight out. Take care to support the track while removing rack stops. 3. Roll the rack all the way out of the track and remove from the dishwasher. To replace: • Reverse the above Push Tab Rack Stop procedure to replace the rack into the dishwasher. Utensil Basket Removable Standard Utensil Basket (style may vary) For best cleaning results, prevent items from nesting together by placing some items in the basket with handles up and some with handles down. On models with Important: The dishwasher will not operate correctly if the wash arm is not aligned with one of the water inlet holes on back wall of the dishwasher. 4