GE MONOGRAM ZDT975SSJSS Mode D'emploi page 22

Inspect and clean the filters periodically. This should
Cleaning
be done every other month or more depending on
the Filters
usage. If there is a decrease in wash performance
or dishes feel gritty, this is also an indication the
filters need to be cleaned.
Protect
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place
Against during the winter, ask a service technician to:
Freezing
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 An air gap protects your dishwasher against water
backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not
Dishwasher
a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your
Have an Air
warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so
Gap?
you may not have one.
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Retaining Spray
Posts Arm
Ultra-Fine Fine
Filter Filter
Air gap
Check the air gap any
time your dishwasher
Care and Cleaning
Dishwasher
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.
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 can be
WARNING
a choke hazard for small
children if removed from the dishwasher.
Keep out of reach of children.
3 Drain water from the water inlet line and 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 clean
2
with a toothpick.
Replace the cap and cover when the air gap is
3
clean.