Customer Questions and Answers for Silverware Basket by Whirlpool

The Silverware Basket is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It is designed to securely hold silverware and other utensils during the washing cycle, preventing them from scattering throughout the dishwasher. 

Symptoms of a failing Silverware Basket include:

• Silverware falling through cracks or holes enlarged by wear and tear
• Difficulty fitting the basket into its designated slot
• Broken compartments which reduce the effectiveness of separating utensils

Causes of a bad silverware basket often include frequent use which can lead to physical damage such as cracks or breakage, and exposure to high temperatures and detergents that can degrade plastic over time.

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.