Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide

Issue

  • Dishwasher not draining properly.

Applies to

  • Dishwasher
  • Glass Trap

Solution

How to clean your Dishwasher / Glass Trap Filter

Outside

Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry.

Care for drain air gap

If a drain air gap was installed for your built-in dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so the dishwasher will drain properly. A drain air gap is usually mounted on the counter top and can be inspected by removing the cover. This is not part of your dishwasher and is not covered by warranty.2. Lift it out and empty the contents. 3. Clean the filter by rinsing under running water and replace. It may be necessary to use a sponge or bottle brush to remove excess food residue.

Clean the course filter

Take out the Cylinder Fine Filter and remove the Coarse Filter from the dishwasher tub bottom. Flush the Coarse Filter by holding it under running water and replace.

Clean the cylinder fine filter

The Cylinder Fine Filter is designed to collect some big items such as broken glass, bones and pits. The Cylinder Fine Filter needs to be cleaned to maximize wash performance.

Remove the Cylinder Fine Filter as shown:

  1. Rotate it counterclockwise.

  1. Lift it out and empty the content

  1. Clean the filter by rinsing under running water and replace. It may be necessary to use a sponge or bottle brush to remove excess food residue.

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