GE Dishwasher Drain System Cleaned in Palo Alto
A GE GDT226SSL2SS dishwasher in Palo Alto with debris around the drain filter. I cleaned the sump and filter assembly and put the racks and filter parts back in place.
Repair at a glance
| City | Palo Alto, CA |
|---|---|
| Appliance | Dishwasher |
| Category | Major Brands |
| Brand & model | GE GDT226SSL2SS built-in dishwasher |
| Repair date | |
| Customer complaint | The dishwasher needed drain-system service. The filter and sump area were opened and cleaned during the visit. |
| Diagnosis | Debris and buildup around the sump and filter were restricting the drain path. The invoice lists drain-system maintenance rather than a replacement pump. |
| Repair cost | $260 (parts and labor) |
| Warranty | 6 months on parts and labor |
| Outcome | Repaired |
Opening the drain area
I removed the lower rack and checked the filter and sump. Small pieces of debris had collected around the drain area, and the mesh filter had buildup on its surface.
Cleaning the filter and sump
I took out the removable filter parts, rinsed the mesh and cleaned the debris from the sump. The photos show the small fragments found in the drain area and the filter being washed at the sink.
After cleaning, I refitted the filter assembly and returned the rack to the tub. The invoice total for the drain-system maintenance was $260, with a 6-month warranty on parts and labor.
Photos from this repair
Small debris found around the dishwasher drain area. 
Rinsing the removable drain filter. 
The mesh filter after removal for cleaning. 
The dishwasher with the rack and filter assembly back in place.
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