How To Load A Diswasher

Tips:

  • Not all items are dishwasher safe.  You must hand wash all items that are not safe for the dishwasher.  Some items that will need to be hand washed are
    • Wooden Utensils/Bowls
    • Non-dishwasher safe plastic
    • Items made from iron, pewter or bronze
    • Sharp kitchen knives so your blades do not become dull.
  • Scrape off food scraps into a garbage can
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  • Put plates on the lower rack.  Make sure there are spaces between the plates so water has a clear path to clean all surfaces.  It is a good idea to stagger large and small plates.
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  • Put all larger items (such as baking sheets, cutting boards and frying pans) around the outer edge of the lower rack.
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  • Put cups and glasses on the top rack.  Make sure the cups do not touch each other.  You don’t want them to vibrate; they might chip and break.
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  • Smaller bowls go on the top rack at a slight incline facing down so they do not fill with water.
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  • Place extra tall utensils on the top rack as well. Make sure the spoons are facing down so they do not fill with water.
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  • Put dishwasher safe plastic on the top rack as well, to keep it away from the heat.
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  • Put knifes face down in the cutlery rack for safety.  Forks and spoons can go face up or face down.  Spread all cutlery through out the baskets.
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  • Use dishwasher detergent, not regular dish soap.
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  • Run hot water (and your garbage disposal) before running your dishwasher.  This ensures your dishwasher will start with hot water.
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