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Hello to all forum members.

I came across some very useful dishwasher tips while browsing the net. Thought of sharing you guys;

3 Loading Basics

• Prerinse dishes if they're going to sit in the machine all day. But if you're running a cycle right away, just scrape off the food and leave it at that.
• Secure all plastics. If you don't, blasts of water cause these pieces to flip over, fall onto the heating element and melt.
• Never stack items. The water spray won't be able to reach (or clean) the dish that's on top.

Bottom Rack

• Load plates and bowls so that the dirty side faces the water spray. Pots, pans and casseroles should angle down for the best cleaning results.
• Watch out for utensils with long, thin handles. They might slip through the rack and prevent the spray arm from spinning freely.
• Tuck flat pans and platters along the sides and back of the rack. Never place them in front, by the door -- they'll keep the detergent from reaching the dishes. (Tip: For extra side space, move your flatware basket to the center if possible.)
• Make sure the forks and spoons don't nest together. Place some handles up and others down so that all surfaces get washed.
• Always separate your stainless steel and silver (or silver-plated) flatware. If the two types touch in the wash, a reaction may occur and the silver could pit.

Top Rack

• Place glasses and mugs between the tines -- never on top. The tip of the prong can leave a water spot.
• Angle cups as much as the rack design will allow to keep water from pooling on the base of the upside-down cups. Still got puddles? Unload the bottom rack first to avoid the drip-down.
• Arrange wineglasses carefully. To help prevent breakage, don't let them bump against one another or the top of the dishwasher.

Have a good day.