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GE Monogram ®
Use and Care Guide
Dishwasher
ZBD3500
ZBD3540
ZBD3900
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Consumer Information Dishwasher Introduction Your new Monogram dishwasher makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility. Whed_er you chose it for its purity of design, practical features or assiduous attention to detail-or for all of tt_ese reasons-you'll find dmt your Monogrmn dishwasher's superior blend of form and flmction will delight you for years to come. The in%rmation on tt_e %llowing pages will help you operate and maintain your dishwasher properly.
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Read this guide careflflly. It is intended to help If you don't understand something or need Before you operate and maintain your new dishwasher more help, call in the USA: usin¢ properly. GE Answer Center ®, .yOUr 800.626.2000, Keep it handy %r answers to your questions. dishwasher 24 hours a day, 7 days a week In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030. You can find the model and serial numbers on Write Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here: the mb wall just inside the door. down th
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS t, WARNING! • Do not discard a dishwasher without first For your safety, the information in this guide must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, removing the door of the washing explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property compartment. damage, personal injury, or loss of life. • Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flanunable vapors and • Do not tamper v_ith controls. liquids in the vicinity of this or any other • Do not abuse, sit
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WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER • Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such Use this appliance only for its intended as electronic air cleaner filters, fi.lrnace filters purpose as described in this Owner's Guide. and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage • Use only powder, tabs or liquid detergents to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of or wetting agents recommended fbr use in a dishwasher may result. dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. • Do not touch the heating eleme
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Control Panel Dishwasher You can locate your model STATUS LOADSELECTIONS OPTIONS number on the SENSING C/eanSensor tub wall just WASHING I I I I I I I I I 248 inside the door. I.o._11 _o_ II_.,._ I1o_11 .,._ II_o_. I1.,_11._o II_o_ IIo_,_ I RINSING Throughout this DRYING I II_"_ I1_"_11 II_"°_° I1_"_°_11 "'"_ II°_II'_'_' II_"_ I manual, Jbatures CLEAN and appearance may vary from your model. Control 1. The Status Settings The Status display tells you what's happening while the dishwasher is in o
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3. Options The light above the selecmd pad will be ONto indicam which OPTION has been selecmd. POWER For use with heavily soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option PRESOAK MUST be selected PRIOR to starting the cycle. This option adds 16 rmnutes to the cycle time. HI TEMP RINSE Turns on the heater in all prerinse anti final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware. This option may be turned ON or OFFduring the wash cycle. HEATED DRY Shuts offthe thTing heat options. Dishes air
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Flashing Display Lights Diskwasker System Lights What It Means What To Do CLEANSENSOR Error i STATUS If the sensing light does not come on at the beginning of the NORMAL _,, ._ENSING or POTS PANS cycle, the CLEANSENSOR is not worldng. Call fbr sela:ice. i WASHING The dishwasher will continue to work without the CLEANSENSOR. | RINSING NOTE: This light will not stay on the entire cycle. | DRYING | CLEAN STATUS Allow dishwasher to drain and reset beff)re selecting a new cycle. START/RESET pad has b
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The CleanSensor Dishwasher The dishwasher has an exclusive CleanSensor System that measures the amount of soil in the load and determines the number of prewashes needed to clean the dishes. WATER USAGE TOTAL TIME CYCLE SOIL LEVEL CYCLE SEQUENCES GALLONS MINUTES Normal Heavy __ _reR,nse _inn_'e9 62 PreRinse_inn_le 7.5 Normal Light 58 PotsPans ExtraHeavy _PreWash PreWash__PreRinse Finnsa: 10.5 66-81 _ PreWash PreWash PreRinse Fi_sal e 9 62 Pots Pans Heavy PreRinse Fi_sal e 7.5 • Pots Pans Meditml
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Using the dishwasher Dishwasher The entering water must be at least 120°F. and not more than 150°F., fur effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperaulre with a can@ or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water f:aucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water mn continuously into the glass unul the temperature stops rising. UseJet-Du ® JET-DRY ®rinse agent removes spots and Rinse prevents new fihn build-up on your dishes, glasses, flatwar
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Use only detergent specifically made for use in Detergents dishwashers. Keep your detergent fi'esh and &T. Don't put powder detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes. The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft. With hard water, you need extra detergent. With soft water, you need less detergent. Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is. Twelve or more grains is extremely hard wat
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Loading the Racks Dishwasher The upper rack is %r glasses, cups and saucers. Cups Upper R ach and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwashe>safe plastics. The cup shelf (on some models) may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibilibT. A wine glass holder (on some models) secures wine glasses at an angle fbr best washability. Because wine glasses come in various sizes, after loading, slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of the
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Fccl_urc,_ cmd a_ecircm_e q/'rcl&_cmd ,silve_'wcire bc/,skeLs mcO_ vciry,fi_myour modal. Put flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife Silverware handles tap to protect your hands. Place spoons in the basket Basket with handles down. Mix knives, forks and spoons so they don't nest together. Distribute evenly. Small plastic items, such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers, should go in the bottom of the silvetsvare basket with silvetsvare on top. To increase the flexibili
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Optional Accessories Dishwasher These accessories are available at extra cost You can change the door anti lower access Change the panel appearance of your dishwasher, except (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover cards accepted) Dishwasher model ZBD3900, by ordering one of these 1))7 calling in the USA, 800.626.2002. In Appearance Canada, call 1.888.880.3030. optional accessories: " Stainless Steel Panels Specif_7 accessory number when ordering. " 1/4" Wood Panel Trim Kit " 3/4" Trimless Panel Kit Des
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Care and Cleaning Dishwasher y Cont ol To clean the control panel use a lightly The stainless steel control panels can be dampened cloth then dlT thoroughly. To clean cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar Panel the exterior use a good appliance polish wax. product using a clean, soft cloth. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or You can order Stainless Steel Magic # WX10X15 harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. through GE Parts in the USA, by calling 800.626.2002. In Canada,
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions ? Use this Control panel lights go Time too long between •Each pad must be touched _qthin 30 seconds off when you're setting touching of selected pads of the other controls. To relight, touch problem the dishwasher any pad again, or unlock and relatch door. sol_)er Noise Some of the sounds .Soft %od disposal shredding action. you'll hear are normal .Drain valve opening to pump water out. .Timer control as cycle pr
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Questions ? PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Use this Stained tub interior Detergent with .Some detergents contain colorant colorant was used (pigment or dyes) that will discolor tile problem mb interior with extended use. Check tile so[_er detergent cup fbr signs of any discoloration. If cup is discolored, change to detergent widlout aW colorant. Some tomato-based "Use of the RINSE & HOLD wcle (on foods can stain some models) after adding tile dish to tile load can decrease tile level of stain
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions ? Use this Cloudiness on Combination of soft .This is called etching anti is permanent. water anti too much glassware To prevent this fl'om happening, use problem detergent less detergent if you have soft water. Wash solT)er glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean. Water temperature .Lower tile water heater temperature. entering the dishwasher exceeds 150°F. Black or gray Alumimml utensils have .R
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Consumer Services Dish_vasher With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we'll be there. All you have to do is call-toll-free! GE Answer Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center ® Center ® infbrmaOon sm_,ice is available to help. Your call-and your question-will be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center ®seta_ice is open 24 hours a day,
