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Model: GSD1150X70 Brand: GE Age: More than 10 years
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#1 Posted : Sunday, July 31, 2011 6:01:06 AM(UTC)
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New to us house came with GE Profile GSD1150X70. Probably the original dishwasher, so I estimate it to be at least 15 years old.

When I run it, it looks like it fills up correctly, and then I can see that it appears to drain correctly into the sink when on the rinse cycle. So I guess that water seems to be entering and leaving ok. The problem is that a lot of the dishes, especially on the top rack, seem to be coated with a lot of soap specs and residue.

I have cleaned out the drain and float switch so far. Hot water going in from the hot water heater is 120+ F.

Maybe the spray arms are clogged? How do I test that?

What is usually the cause for soapy dishes?

Thanks for any help. Trying to make this one last for a few more years until the kitchen remodel.
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#2 Posted : Monday, August 1, 2011 9:03:27 AM(UTC)
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#3 Posted : Monday, August 1, 2011 12:51:05 PM(UTC)
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Remove the bottom panel and check the drain solenoid on the left side on the pump. The plunger should easy go down and return back under the spring power.

Open the door during the wash cycle and check the water level inside.

Post the results.

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#4 Posted : Monday, August 1, 2011 3:07:20 PM(UTC)
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Originally Posted by: Gene Go to Quoted Post
Remove the bottom panel and check the drain solenoid on the left side on the pump. The plunger should easy go down and return back under the spring power.

Open the door during the wash cycle and check the water level inside.

Post the results.

Here are the breakdown diagrams and Replacement parts for General Electric GSD1150X70 Dishwasher | AppliancePartsPros.com

Gene.


Gene, thanks for the reply. Do you have any tips on how to remove the lower wash arms? I tried twisting the housing both clockwise and counter clockwise and it wouldn't budge. Are there any special tools I should use to remove this? I have attached some pics of the lower wash arms and the wash cycle water level. I hope this helps.
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#5 Posted : Monday, August 1, 2011 3:20:58 PM(UTC)
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here is another pic of the water level. hopefully clearer....
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#6 Posted : Tuesday, August 2, 2011 3:37:09 PM(UTC)
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Why do you want to remove this spray arm?

Did you check the drain solenoid?

Also, it looks like there are a lot of hard water deposits accumulated inside the dishwasher and it need a good cleaning.

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#7 Posted : Tuesday, August 2, 2011 5:42:00 PM(UTC)
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Why do you want to remove this spray arm?

Did you check the drain solenoid?

Also, it looks like there are a lot of hard water deposits accumulated inside the dishwasher and it need a good cleaning.

Gene.


Here is a little video I did of the drain solenoid. I think it is working correctly. Please confirm.

‪Dishwasher solenoid‬‏ - YouTube
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#8 Posted : Tuesday, August 2, 2011 6:03:41 PM(UTC)
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Try the following:

Start the normal cycle with no dishes and soap. Let the dishwasher fill up with water (2-4 minutes). Open the door, pour a gallon of white vinegar into the dishwasher and let it sit there overnight, then finish the cycle.

Avoid to use any gel detergents. I would recommend the tablets.

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#9 Posted : Friday, August 12, 2011 4:37:38 AM(UTC)
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Gene, I performed the vinegar rinse. It may have helped a little. Thanks.

I think it may be the top arm not working well as it seems that mainly the top rack is the one left with the soap scum on the dishes.

How do I replace the upper arm? It wasn't very clear to me in the parts diagram.

Thanks Gene.
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#10 Posted : Friday, August 12, 2011 3:51:38 PM(UTC)
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If the holes in the wash arm are not clogged then there is nothing wrong with it.

Remove the sump cover and sump cap (#506 & #508 on the diagram). Put your fingers inside the intake and check for any foreign objects (plastic, tooth pick, etc).

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