GE GDT 695 Series Owner's Manual page 19

Cleaning the Filters
Inspect and clean the filters periodically. This should be done every other month or more depending on usage. If there is a
decrease in wash performance or dishes feel gritty, this is also an indication the filters need to be cleaned.
Spray
Retaining
Arm
Posts
Fine
Ultra-Fine
Filter
Filter
Air gap
Check the air gap any
time your dishwasher
isn't draining well.
Ultra-Fine Filter
To clean the Ultra-Fine Filter, remove the bottom
rack. Twist the Ultra-Fine Filter counterclockwise
and lift to remove. Rinse filter with warm soapy
water and use a sponge to carefully remove
any stubborn particles. Scrubbing with scouring
pads or brushes can damage the filter. Once
cleaned, replace the Ultra-Fine Filter, and twist
it clockwise to lock in place.
Fine Filter
To clean the Fine Filter (mesh plate), remove the
bottom rack. Remove the Ultra-Fine Filter.
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.
1
Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.
2 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.
Twist each of the two retaining posts
located toward the back bottom of the tub
counterclockwise, and remove the Fine Filter.
Rinse filter with warm soapy water. Scouring
pads or brushes can scratch the filter surface
but a soft brush or sponge may be needed
to remove stubborn soils or calcium deposits
caused by hard water. Once cleaned, replace
the Fine Filter and the Ultra-Fine Filter. Twist the
two retaining posts clockwise to lock in place.
The retaining posts
WARNING
can be a choke hazard
for small children if removed from the
dishwasher. Keep out of reach of children.
Drain water from the water inlet line and
3
water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.)
4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water
valve.
The air gap is easy to clean.
1
Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the air gap
cover.
Remove the plastic cap under the cover and
2
clean with a toothpick.
3 Replace the cap and cover when the air gap is
clean.
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