Customer Questions and Answers for Silverware Basket by Whirlpool

The Silverware Basket is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dishwashers. Located on the lower dish rack, it separates smaller items from dishes during cleaning cycles. The basket measures about 3 inches wide by 9 inches high by 20 inches deep. Handle included.

Causes of a bad silverware basket include broken wires from sharp items puncturing the molded plastic or excessive mineral buildup clogging the drainage holes.

Symptoms of an inadequate basket include:

• Silverware and utensils jamming washing arms and spray nozzles  
• Items collecting undesirably on the bottom of the dishwasher
• Difficulty separating washed and unwashed small wares after cycles  

This OEM replacement part is compatible with select KitchenAid, Jenn-Air models.