proper loading. Whirlpool DP4800XS

Proper loading

Always load dishes so soiled surfaces are reached by spray from rotating spray arms.

Water must be able to drain off completely for best drying results. Be careful to Separate items so spray can reach all surfaces.

Top rack loading

The top rack is designed for cups, glasses and smaller items.

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Place so open ends face down for clean- ing and draining.

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load glasses in top rack only. Bottom rack is not designed for glasses. Damage may occur. l

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Place items in the rows between prongs.

Placing them over the prongs can lead to breakage.

Be sure lightweight items are held firmly in place.

China, crystal and other delicate items must not touch each other during dish- washer operation. Damage may occur. l l

Load plastic items only in the top rack.

Only plastic items marked “dishwasher safe” are recommended.

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Small bowls, pans and other utensils can be placed in the top rack.

Items with cooked-on or dried-on foods should be loaded in the bottom rack with soiled surfaces facing the spray.

Bottom rack loading

Silverware basket loading

Load forks and spoons so they don’t nest together. Spray can’t reach nested items.

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Mix items in each section of the bas- ket. Small items-baby bottle caps, jar lids, etc.-can be put in any section.

Make sure sharp items [knives, forks, skewers, etc.) are put in point down. l l

Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray arm. Spray arms must move freely.

Securely place heavily soiled cookware face down in rack.

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Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs and facing the spray.

The silverware basket can be loaded while it’s in place on the door, or it can be taken out for loading on the counter or table.

It can also be removed for easy un- loading. Always unload or remove the basket before unloading the racks to avoid spilling water droplets on the

. Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large items at sides or back. Loading such items in front may keep water spray from reaching detergent dispenser and silverware basket. l l

NOTE:

Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items in the bottom rack.

When lower rack is removed, replace with bumpers in front.

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To remove the basket, slide it toward the top of the door-by the handle. Lift it off the holding buttons. Replace it in reverse order.

To open the basket, unhook the latch as shown, Be sure the cover is completely latched before pulling out the bottom rack and before closing the dishwasher door.