The cutlery basket holds cutlery in place for efficient, thorough cleaning. There are 2 parts to this basket, they can be separated, connected at the side, or connected at the back.
This cutlery basket is awful. It falls over. Falls off when you push the tray in, the third or top rack is not a convenient substitute for a traditional basket. The basket actually is more stable when affixed to the part of the rack that runs side to side across the front.
I so regret purchasing this dishwasher. My original Bosch dishwasher was still working and was much much better design for load dishes. This thing is a joke and is a common source of debate I. Our household--along the lines of what in the world were they thinking and who's school project was this design. The whole interior needs a remodel. I'm very very disappointed. And only one basket?! Come on!. Trish. Sun Feb 21 2021