AAP74471401 Genuine Cutlery Basket Assembly, Spoon Basket for LG Dishwashers, LG Dishwasher Cutlery Holder

AAP74471401 is the genuine LG cutlery basket assembly for LG dishwashers. LG's own parts description calls it the spoon basket, and it's the removable basket that keeps knives, forks and spoons upright during a wash. LG fits different baskets to different models, so check that AAP74471401 is listed for your dishwasher, or compare the shape and handle with your old basket, before you buy.

Why a broken cutlery basket is worth replacing

The cutlery basket keeps knives, forks and spoons separated and standing up so water from the spray arms can reach every surface. Once a basket cracks, loses its handle or has broken dividers, cutlery starts to fall through or nest together, which leads to spots and food left behind. Loose items can also drop down and jam a spray arm or end up near the filter. A basket that no longer sits securely in the rack can tip over mid-wash, so a new one is a simple way to get cleaner results.

Part details

• Genuine LG part AAP74471401
• Cutlery basket assembly, listed by LG as the spoon basket
• Removable basket for knives, forks and spoons
• For LG dishwashers, check your model before ordering

Fitting the new cutlery basket

No tools are needed. Lift the old basket out of the lower rack and drop the new one into the same position, making sure its feet or clips sit properly in the rack wires. Load it the way your user manual shows, keeping long utensils clear of the spray arms. Before the first wash, give the lower spray arm a spin by hand to check nothing catches on the basket.

Questions about this part

Where do I find my LG dishwasher model number?

LG dishwashers carry a rating label that's usually visible with the door open, on the edge of the door or the side of the tub. The model number on that label is what you need to check against the parts list for AAP74471401.