GE PBT650 Series Owner's Manual page 15

Care and cleaning
Cleaning the Filters
For best performance and results, the filter assembly
must be cleaned once a month. The filter efficiently
removes food particles from the wash water, allowing
water to be recirculated during the cycle. For this reason,
it is a good idea to remove the large food particles
trapped in the filter frequently by rinsing the main filter
and cup under running water.
Protect Against Freezing
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the
winter, ask a service technician to:
Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher. Remove
fuses or trip circuit breaker.
Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water
inlet line from the water valve.
Does Your Dishwasher Have an Air Gap?
An air gap protects your dishwasher
against water backing up into it if a
drain clogs. The air gap is not a part
of the dishwasher. It is not covered
by your warranty. Not all plumbing
codes require air gaps, so you may
not have one.
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To remove the filter assembly, follow the 3 steps
shown below. To clean the main filter and fine filter, use
a cleaning brush. The dishwasher must never be used
without the filters. Improper replacement of the filter may
reduce the performance level of the appliance and may
damage dishes and utensils.
The air gap is easy to clean.
Air Gap
Check the air gap any
time your dishwasher
isn't draining well.
Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve.
(Use a pan to catch the water.)
Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.
Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the air gap cover.
Remove the plastic cap under the cover and clean
with a toothpick.
Replace the cap and cover when the air gap is clean.
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