The best proven ways to clean your GE profile Dishwasher

Dishwashers are considered by many to be unnecessary and luxurious additions to the kitchen. Whether these people opine so because they are comfortable with the traditional way of doing dishes or they just have never dealt with dishwashing in a large quantity. The fact remains that this category of people has never enjoyed the convenience and satisfaction that automatic dishwashing brings to every kitchen user. Besides the convenience of automatic dishwashing, dishwashers sanitize dishes after washing, keeping your dishes germ-free. If you continue in this write-up, you will discover other amazing benefits of a dishwasher, but before you do that, I need to warn you that these benefits come at the sacrifice of regular and proper maintenance of your dishwasher. One of the maintenance routines that you will have to undertake regularly is cleaning. Cleaning a dirty ge profile dishwasher is quite easy, and it has several immeasurable benefits, as you will discover in subsequent sections. If you do not clean your dishwasher as often as necessary, you may need to find a replacement.

About GE Profile Company

Over the years, we have discovered that a manufacturer’s reputation is usually a good indication of the quality or reliability of their products. To put into perspective, the mere fact of learning that Samsung makes a particular appliance, LG, Whirpool, or GE, for instance, already gives a prospective buyer some confidence in the product. The GE Profile company, which stands for General Electric, just like other renowned brands, has also carved its name in the Home Appliance market of the United States and the world. It has indeed become a force to reckon with.

General Electric Company operates as a high-tech industrial company in Europe, China, Asia, the Americas, the Middle East, and Africa. GE is an American multinational conglomerate founded in 1892 and later incorporated in New York. The GE company operates strictly through four major segments including; Power, Renewable Energy, Aviation, and Healthcare. The GE company has a lot of success stories; one of them is a recent milestone reached in 2020 as GE ranked among the Fortune 500 as the largest firm in the United States by gross revenue. 

How to clean GE dishwasher filter

Every dishwasher, including GE dishwashers, come equipped with a filter. A dishwasher filter keeps food debris from getting all over your dishes. The dishwasher filters out food particles and calcium from washing water before the water is passed through the drain hose. The filter is to be kept clean to prevent clogs.

1. Remove the filter.
2. Discard the debris and rinse the filter with warm water.
3. Clean the filter with a soft brush or soak it in a cleaning solution. 
4. Rinse the filter again. 
5. Give the filter housing a quick wipedown.
6. Put the filter back into place. 

You can always count on your GE dishwasher to keep your dishes clean and sanitized every time you need it but know that its filter plays a huge role in doing just that. Its major function is to keep bits of food that have been washed away from recirculating and getting stuck on clean plates and other items, and this function is indispensable if your dishes come out exactly as you want them. 

GE dishwashers and others typically have two filters: Self-cleaning and manual. As the name suggests, self-cleaning filters do not need manual and regular cleaning because they have a grinding mechanism that pulverizes food particles into very much smaller bits, thereby completely avoiding buildup. On the other hand, most newer models of dishwashers, including GE dishwashers, have manual filters, and as a result, they need regular cleaning to keep them from debris and unpleasant odors.

1. Remove The Filter

The GE dishwasher filter is peculiar for its smoothness. Its filter assembly is even considered to be ultra-fine. The ultra-fine filter is a round cylindrical cap, which we generally refer to as the dishwasher’s filter. The fine filter has the form of a mesh plate that is placed on the top of the ultra-fine filter. Both parts should be removed and thoroughly cleaned.

To get to the ultra-fine filter, you will need first to remove the bottom rack of your dishwasher, then turn the ultra-fine filter counterclockwise and remove it.

2. Discard the Dirt and Rinse The Filter With Warm Water

As water passes through the filter, the latter traps debris that should not go straight into the drain. Hence, after removing the ultra-fine filter, get rid of the debris that must have accumulated in it, then rinse the same under warm water and repeat the same process with the fine filter as well.

3. Clean the filter with a soft brush and soak it with a cleaning solution

No matter how indelible it may seem, all dirt must be cleared off the filter. Otherwise, the cleaning job is not properly done. The ultra-fine filter must be cleaned with a sponge or a brush with soft bristles due to the sensitive nature of dishwasher filters. However, if some dirt will not loosen up, you can leave the filter to soak in the prepared cleaning solution for a while, then use the soft-bristled brush to scrub the filter again. This exact process must be repeated for fine filters as well.

4. Re-rinse the filter

Rinsing the ultra-fine filter again will help completely remove the debris and allow you to check if any food particles are left. Rinse the fine filter afterward. Then, pat them both dry with a soft towel or cloth.

5. Wipe through the filter housing

Immerse your sponge in the prepared cleaning solution and then use it to wipe down the filter housing. This will help keep the filter clean and remove mildew from the surrounding area.

6. Put the Filter back in place

After your cleaning is done, you may now put the filter back. Place the fine filter into the dishwasher first, put the ultra-fine filter next to it, and then twist it in a clockwise motion to lock it. 

Why GE Dishwasher Stink

The importance of cleaning your dishwasher cannot be emphasized enough, except if you are the kind who does not care about wholesome, healthy living and some foul smell. Yes, you read right!. Your dishwasher can smell bad if you do not clear and thoroughly clean its filters and drain hose. There are several other reasons why your dishwasher may stink badly. This section is dedicated to that discourse. Stay glued!.

Dirty Filter: Consider your filter the clean-up agent. The one who does the dirty jobs. It ensures that all those filthy food particles are trapped and never flown down into the drain hose to cause a clog. It does this job excellently, and the least any user can do for it in return is to rid it of every debris it has trapped over time. When this is done, it is further enabled to fulfill its duty optimally.

Dirty Door Gasket: If you get the opportunity to see the inside of your dishwasher while it works, you will discover a pool of water inside it. This water is used for washing as well as rinsing. That said, we all understand that the fluid nature of water may cause it to escape easily, and without the door gasket, you will surely experience leaks from the door. The door gasket does a very decent job, keeping water trapped in the dishwasher and therefore preventing leaks. Because water constantly flows to the gasket area, you will find out that some food particles from the water are occasionally trapped in the gasket. These particles will build up after some time, eventually leading to foul smells. The quickest way to resolve this is by cleaning the door gasket with a clean cloth and soapy water.

Clogged Spray Arms: The spray arms get clogged with food particles and all kinds of the debris eventually, and when this happens, you may have to deal with nasty smells oozing out of the spray arms. To avoid this, make sure to clean your dishwasher regularly. To do this effectively, leave the door ajar to let it dry fully after the wash cycle. 

Mold Growth: If you don’t open your dishwasher and use it often, it may become a breeding ground for mold. Make sure to clean your dishwasher regularly. A good tip is also to leave the door ajar to let it dry fully after a wash cycle.

How Do I help remove Odors and Mineral Deposits from My Dishwasher?

Cleaning your dishwasher with vinegar or a dishwasher cleaner should be part of your regular maintenance routine. However, some issues may require you to undertake a deeper cleaning routine. Hard water mineral deposits can cause damage to your dishwasher and make it almost impossible for it to achieve good cleaning. This is why a water softener is strongly advised if your water gains hardness of 15 or more.

An unwanted dishwasher smell can occur when the washer is dirty. Hence, follow the steps discussed above for proper cleaning. Dishwasher smells may also stem from plastic components. If this is the case, run a rinse cycle for the water before using it.

How Do I Clean My GE Dishwasher?

Cleaning your dishwasher as thoroughly and often as required is a necessary kitchen hygiene practice. Kitchen hygiene itself is inevitable for healthy living. Well, apart from the obvious truth that a clean dishwasher will not ooze some nasty, a clean dishwasher will also last longer than the one constantly left uncleaned. To put into perspective, a dishwasher filter is one of the most expensive features of a dishwasher, and it can easily get damaged if it is constantly clogged with debris. Now, imagine having to change your filter a few times. Thorough cleaning is a maintenance routine for optimal dishwasher performance, and these few steps will guide you to properly cleaning your dishwasher.

Clear out your dishwasher

The first thing you want to do when you set out to clean your GE Profile dishwasher is to clear out its content. Even if you eventually decide you clean the contents too. You can do it separately or after the dishwasher is fit for use again. You want to clear out the plates, utensils, cookware, racks, and other items from the dishwasher. (You may want to learn about things not to put in your dishwasher here).  When you do this, the inside of the dishwasher is less congested, and you get freer access to the crevices of the dishwasher. Clearing out the content of the dishwasher is also necessary for safety. Silverware like forks or even knives can cause a serious injury if they are not properly kept. If you discover that some particles like calcium have obstinately adhered to the filter, you may take them off using a tweezer or a soft toothbrush.

Give the Exterior of Your Dishwasher a Wipe Down

Cleaning the exterior of your dishwasher is just as important as cleaning the interior. After some time of frequent use, it is inevitable to find food particles stuck to the body of your dishwasher. Hence it is important to regularly give it a wipe with a damp cloth drenched in a cleaning solution. This is how to make your dishwasher shine.

Clean it automatically using Vinegar

To clean your dishwasher using Vinegar, fill one cup with white vinegar and place it on the top rack. Turn the dishwasher on and leave it to run a regular wash cycle with warm water. The hot water will go a long way to kill germs that may be present in the dishwasher as a result of debris. Remove the cup of Vinegar and sprinkle some baking soda along the base of the dishwasher. Afterward, set the dishwasher to run another wash cycle with hot water and wipe the dishwasher door with a damp cloth wet with a cleaning solution. While you are at it, inspect the gasket for food particles and properly dispose of them.

FAQs

How Often do I need to clean my dishwasher filter?

It’s recommended that you clean your dishwasher filter at least once every month. You may need to clean it more frequently if you don’t rinse your dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. However, if you don’t want to do this on a schedule, simply watch out for signs that it’s in need of cleaning. Slower performance, food debris on the plates, and nasty odors indicate that you need to clean your dishwasher filter.

Can I Clean My Dishwasher With Vinegar And Baking Soda?

Absolutely, the process of achieving this has been dealt with in the body of this work but bear in mind that Vinegar helps break down oil, grease, food bits, and any other residue, while Baking soda helps keep your dishwasher sparkling and gives it a fresh smell.

What to do If Dishwasher Detergent is Faulty?

If you discover that your GE dishwasher is not cleaning appropriately, it is most likely because the detergent dispenser is faulty. If the dispenser does not open at all or promptly, detergent cannot be used. Sometimes grease and debris can clog dispenser components and compromise their function. On the other hand, hot water and vinegar can remove these blockages.