Whirlpool 8500 - Manual (Page 10)

Proper Loading
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Adjuster lever
Preset
positions
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Adjustable 3-position top rack
(on some models)
You can raise or lower the rack to fit tall items in
either the top or bottom rack. The high and low
positions are marked on the adjuster on the side
facing the center of the dishwasher.
1. Hold the top rack with one hand near
the adjuster.
2. Pull the top of the adjuster lever out with the
other hand.
3. Lift or lower the rack to one of the preset
positions.
4. Release the adjuster lever.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 for the three remaining adjust­
ers as needed. The four adjusters can be raised
or lowered separately or together, as desired.
Bottom rack loading
Items with cooked-on or dried-on food should
be loaded In the bottom rack, with soiled surfaces
facing inward to the spray.
Mixed load
• Make sure pot handles and other items do not
stop rotation of either the upper or lower spray
arm. Spray arms must move freely
• Load items so they do not block or cover the
spray tower.
• Securely place heavily soiled cookware face
down in rack.
Dish load
• Place plates, soup bowls, etc., between prongs
and facing inward to the spray.
• Do not place items directly over spray tower.
Utensil load
• Load cookie sheets, cake pans and other large
items at sides and back. Loading such items in
front may keep water spray from reaching
detergent dispenser and silverware basket.
NOTE:
• Do not load glasses, cups or plastic items in the
bottom rack.
• When lower rack is removed, replace with
bumpers in front.
utensil load
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