Dishwasher - Proper Silverware Loading

It is important to properly load the silverware in the basket in your Dishwasher. This will ensure the best performance when the Dishwasher is cleaning the silverware and utensils.

Loading the Silverware Basket Correctly

Observing the following procedures will ensure the best results when using the silverware basket.

• Place forks and knives with the handles up to protect hands.
• Place spoon handles down if there is an unusually large load of silverware or utensils in the basket. Otherwise, place spoon handles up also.
• Best washing results are obtained when the silverware is mixed and evenly distributed, not nested together.
• Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids should be placed in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top. Some models have a silverware basket that may be split up or have a cover for added flexibility.
• Slender items must not extend through the bottom of the basket as this may prevent the wash arm from rotating. Tall cutlery must not be placed in front of the basket where they may prevent the detergent cup from opening.
• Carefully load sharp cutlery with handles up to protect hands when unloading.
• Do not mix sterling silver with stainless in your silverware basket. The stainless can cause pitting of the sterling silver if nested against it.
• The silverware basket should always be placed in the lower rack unless the Owner's Manual suggests otherwise. There are select models that allow you to place the silverware basket on the door or upper rack.
• An accessory basket (on some models), used for small items such as baby bottle nipples, plastic lids, or corn cob holders, may be placed in the top rack on the right side or in the lower rack on the right or left side.

Loading an Upper Third Rack Correctly (On Models Which Have This Feature)

• The third rack/tray is only meant to be used with a GE Appliances third rack Dishwasher to hold silverware, cooking utensils and other small items.
• Do not allow cutlery of different materials to touch each other in the third rack. Doing so may cause discoloration of the cutlery.
• Items such as spatulas, shallow lids or platters may be placed in the third rack for cleaning.

Additional Support

See the Owner's Manual for your model for model specific information about use and placement of the silverware basket.We are available to help with all your appliance questions. From a repair to a replacement, please reach out to us for expert support with each decision.