Viking VDWU324SS Use and Care Manual - Page 7

place settings) Upper rack (Select Models) Additional Loading Pattern - Top rack (10 place settings) Lower rack (Select Models) Additional Loading Pattern - Bottom rack (10 place settings) Upper cutlery basket (Select Models) Upper cutlery basket (MODEL DEPENDING) A CAUTION:Large knives and other utensils with sharp tips and edges must be placed horizontally into the upper rack due to risk of injury. Other smaller knives and sharp utensils should be placed with sharp side down in the cutlery basket. A CAUTION:Use extreme caution when removing knives and other sharp utensils from the dishwasher. These items may have shifted position during the wash program, and may be wet or slippery. A CAUTION:Hot steam can escape! Danger of serious burns or other injury. C NOTICE: Lower basket should be removed out of the dishwasher during the tests according to AHAM DW-1. • Your dishwasher holds a maximum of 12 place settings. • Place all containers such as cups, glasses and pots into the dishwasher with the opening facing downwards (so that no water can collect). • Small and light items can go into the upper rack. • Long and narrow items are placed in the middle of the racks. • Place all large and very dirty items in the lower rack. • Load dishes accordingly and be careful when loading glasses so they do not hit each other during the wash cycle. Also, make sure that both wash arms are not in contact with any dishware. • Do not overload your dishwasher and pay attention to manufacturer instructions regarding dishes which are appropriate for use in for a dishwasher. Only with suitable dishes (mentioned in section 5) will you obtain optimal washing results with a sensible use of energy. International Loading Pattern - Upper cutlery basket (10 place settings) 7 USA