Washing the Dishes
1. Prepare dishes for washing
For best results:
? Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc.
? Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading.
? Empty liquids from glasses and cups.
? Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice and
tomato based products may cause discoloration over time. It is best to
rinse off these soils if not operating the dishwasher right away.
? Check manufacturer's recommendations before washing items in
question.
2. Load bottom rack
To ensure best cleaning:
? Make sure tall items do not block spray arm rotation.
? Place plates and platters so they do not touch.
? Do not load glasses in bottom rack. Damage may occur.
? Do not place plastic items in bottom rack. They may melt.
? Place bowls, casseroles and saucepans with the soiled surface facing
down. Tilt slightly for better drainage.
? Be sure pan handles do not protrude through the bottom of rack andCup Shelf
(some models)block spray arm rotation.
3. Load top rackTop Rack
Important: Do not cover funnel when loading.
? Load glasses, cups, small plates, saucers and
bowls in top rack.
? Load plastic items in top rack.
? Load items with open ends facing down for better
cleaning and draining.
? Do not allow items to touch. Damage may occur.
? Long handled knives and utensils can be placed in
top rack.
? Be sure nothing protrudes through the bottom of
rack to block rotation of spray arm.
? When using cup shelf alternate items in top level
of cup holder with the bottom level of holder so
water can reach all items.
Do not cover funnel
4. Load Silverware Basket
Remember to load knives and forks with handles up.
? Mix spoons, forks and knives to prevent nesting. Mixing items gives
better cleaning and drying.
? Small plastic dishware such as measuring spoons and lids are not
recommended for automatic dishwashing.
? Be sure nothing protrudes through bottom of basket or rack to block
spray arm.
? To avoid damaging silver finish, do not mix silver and stainless items.
? If basket is positioned on side of rack, orient utensils towards center of
dishwasher. This prevents items from damaging dishwasher tub.
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