How to Remove the Arms on a GE Profile Dishwasher

Occasionally it is a good idea to remove the spray arms on the GE Profile dishwasher to give them a thorough cleaning. Food debris and stickers left on the bottoms of dishes and glassware can clog the spray arm nozzle holes over time. Removing the arms allows better access to the individual nozzle holes for a more complete cleaning. The GE Profile uses three spray arms instead of the traditional one or two. There is a center spray arm that connects to the bottom of the upper rack. Removing the center and upper arms on a GE Profile dishwasher does require removal of the upper rack.

Phillips-head screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Open up the GE Profile dishwasher door. Pull the bottom rack out of the dishwasher so you have access to the lower spray arm.
- 2
  Grab the center of the lower spray with one hand, and lift up until it stops. Rotate the lower spray arm counterclockwise until it releases completely from the dishwasher.
- 3
  Push the tab on the end of each upper rack rail with your finger, and pull the rail end caps off the rails. Pull the upper rack out of the dishwasher and place it upside down on the counter. The spray arm on the bottom of the rack should point to the ceiling.
- 4
  Remove the plastic securing screw in the center of the middle spray arm with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Lift the middle spray arm away from the bottom of the upper rack.
- 5
  Turn the upper spray arm securing screw counterclockwise with the screwdriver, and pull it away from the top of the dishwasher. All three spray arms are now ready for a thorough cleaning.

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