Maytag MDB8969SDM - Manual (Page 8)

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Dishwasher Features
Your Maytag dishwasher may have some or all of these features.
Silverware Basket
Use suggested loading patterns, as shown, to better clean the
silverware.
Use the slots in the cover to keep the silverware separated for
optimum wash.
If the silverware does not fit into the designated slots, slide the
covers outward to remove them and mix silverware types to keep
them separated.
Load knives down, forks up, and alternate spoons for best cleaning
results.
Folding Tines
The Folding Tines located in the back
left corner (lower rack) provide
convenient loading space for large,
bulky items such as pots, pans and
mixing bowls.
To lower the tines:
Gently push the tines out of each holder
toward the center and lay the tines
down.
Cup Clips
The Cup Clips located in the upper rack can be
used to hold lightweight plastic items, cooking
utensils and knives in place. Clip the item between
the tine and the clip.
Stack-Rack Shelves
Increase loading flexibility - items
such as casserole dishes stay
stable while the folding shelf allows
you to load smaller items on top.
Cup Shelf
Fold down the extra shelf on the left-hand or
right-hand side of the top rack to hold
additional cups, stemware, or long items
such as utensils and spatulas.
Adjustable Upper Racks
The Adjustable Upper Rack can be raised or lowered to
accommodate taller plates, platters, pots or pans in the upper or
lower racks. Full size dinner plates can be loaded in the upper rack
if it is in the lower position.
NOTE: Always unload racks before adjusting.
To raise the rack, press both
rack adjusters and lift the rack
until it is in the up position
and level.
To lower the rack, press both
rack adjusters and slide the
rack back to its lower
position.
Removable Upper Rack
The removable rack allows you to wash larger items such as stock
pots, roasters and cookie sheets in the lower level rack.
IMPORTANT: Remove dishes prior to removing the upper rack
from the dishwasher.
To remove the rack (push tab rack stop):
1. Roll the rack
¹⁄₃ to ¹⁄₂ of the way
out of the tub.
2. Rotate the rack stops outward.
3. Roll the rack all the way out of
the track and remove from the
dishwasher.
To replace the rack:
Reverse the above steps 1-3 to
replace the rack into the
dishwasher.
10 place loading pattern