GE GLDA690 Technical Service Manual

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– 27 –Sump AssemblyThe sump assembly consists of the filter assembly,micro-filter, sump clamping nut, sump gasket, andsump. The filter assembly prevents large particlesfrom reaching the micro-filter and the micro-filterprevents small particles from reaching the sump.The filter assembly rests above the sump andthe micro-filter sits above the sump basin. Theclamping nut holds the sump gasket and sump tothe bottom of the dishwasher. The filter assembly,micro-filter, and sump clamping nut are accessedfrom inside the dishwasher. The gasket and sumpare located under the tub in front of the motorpump assembly.To remove the sump assembly:Disconnect power.Open the dishwasher door and remove thebottom rack.Remove the dishwasher from its installation.Lay the dishwasher on its back.Disconnect the thermistor wire harness.Remove the pressure switch hose from thesump.1.2.3.4.5.6.Pressure Switch HoseSumpCaution: The clamps are easily damaged duringremoval and should not be reused.Remove the 2 clamps, sump outlet hose, andinterconnect hose from the sump.Note: Factory installed hose clamps are non-reusable. When installing a water inlet valve, drainpump assembly, wash pump assembly, or sumpassembly, replace the old clamps with new screw-type hose clamps provided. The screw-type hoseclamps are available separately.7.Note: The sump clamping nut turnscounterclockwise and may be difficult to remove. Itmay be helpful to insert a ¾-in. wide x 4½-in. longpiece of wood between the clamping nut tabs toenable you to apply sufficient torque to break thefactory seal.Remove the sump clamping nut.Remove the sump gasket (not shown) and sump.8.9.InterconnectHoseSumpOutletHoseClampingNutTabsTabsClamp Part Number SizeWD01X10322 15/16" to 1 1/2"WD01X10323 1 3/16" to 1 3/4"WD01X10324 1/2" to 29/32"