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Owner’s
Manual
Dishwasher
ZBD1800
ge.com
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Consumer Information Dishwasher Your new Monogram dishwasher makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen Introduction planning flexibility. Whether you chose it for its purity of design, practical features or assiduous attention to detail—or for all of these reasons—you’ll find that your Monogram dishwasher’s superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come. The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your dishwasher properly.
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Consumer Information Dishwasher Read this manual carefully. It is intended to If you don’t understand something or need Before help you operate and maintain your new more help, there is a list of toll-free consumer using dishwasher properly. service numbers included on the Consumer your Services page in the back section of this Keep it handy for answers to your questions. dishwasher manual. OR Visit our Website at: ge.com You can locate your model and serial numbers Before sending in the card
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS wWARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual • Do not store or use combustible materials, must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. damage, personal injury or death. • Do not allow children to play around the • Do not tamper with controls. dishwasher when opening and closing the door due to possibility of
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS wWARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER Junked or abandoned dishwashers are Hold nut at top of dishwasher dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a while removing screw few days.” If you are getting rid of your old dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher: Door latch keeper • Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as sh
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Features Dishwasher Control panel Upper rack Upper spray arm Door spring Wine glass shelf Lower rack Panel Lower spray arm Motor Toe kick Leveling legs 6
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Control Panel Dishwasher ZBD1800 You can locate your model number on the tub wall just OFF HEAVY WASH inside the door. NORMAL WASH Throughout this LIGHT WASH CHINA CRYSTAL manual, features and appearance may vary from RINSE ONLY your model. 1 2 1. Wash Cycles Control HEAVY WASH For heavily soiled dishes or cookware. Everyday dishes may be included. Settings NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. C
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x a M Using the Dishwasher Dishwasher The entering water should be at least 120°F and Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the Check not more than 150°F, for effective cleaning and dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass the Water to prevent dish damage. Check the water and let the water run continuously into the glass Temperature temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. until the temperature stops rising. A rinse agent improves dry performance, 3. Add rinse agent until the indicator
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Using the Dishwasher Dishwasher Use only detergent specifically made for use Do not use hand dish detergent. Detergents ® ® in dishwashers. Cascade and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all Monogram Dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put powdered 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
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Loading the Racks Dishwasher For best dishwashing results, follow these of racks and silverware baskets may vary from loading guidelines. Features and appearance your model. The upper rack is for glasses, cups and saucers. Upper Rack This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. A cup shelf may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility. The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down. Secur
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Loading the Racks Dishwasher The silverware basket may be used without Silverware the topper for quick loading; with the topper, Basket it may be beneficial for holding small items in place. Without the topper Put the flatware in the removable basket with fork and knife handles up to protect your hands. Place spoons in the 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 con
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Optional Accessories Dishwasher You can change the appearance of your by ordering one of the following dishwasher to match your kitchen cabinets optional accessories. This accessory contains trim and instructions These accessories are available at extra cost Wood Panel for you to supply and install a 1/4″ thick (Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards accepted) Trim Kit decorative wood door. by calling 800.626.2002. Specify accessory number when ordering. GPF18W (White) GPF18B (Black) 12
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Care and Cleaning Dishwasher Cleaning the Door Panel Exterior Before cleaning the front panel, make sure you Stainless Steel Door Panel (model numbers ending know what type of panel you have. Refer to the in SS) last two letters of your model number. You can The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with locate your model number on the left-hand tub Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a wall just inside the door. If your model number clean, soft cloth. Do not use appliance wax, ends
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Care and Cleaning Dishwasher The dishwasher will flush away all normal food Cleaning the Filters Spray Arms soils. However, objects (fruit pits, bones, etc.) For best performance and results, the filter and Filters may collect in openings and should be assembly must be cleaned regularly. The filter removed occasionally to avoid clogging the efficiently removes food particles from the wash drain system. water, allowing water to be recirculated during the cycle. For this reason, it is a good idea
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Care and Cleaning Dishwasher If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place 3. Drain water from the water inlet line and Protect during the winter, ask a service technician to: water valve. (Use a pan to catch the water.) Against 1. Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher. 4. Reconnect the water inlet line to the water Freezing Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker. valve. 2. Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve. An air gap protects your dishwashe
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions? Noise Some of the sounds you • Detergent cup opening. Use this will hear are normal • The motor stopping during the drying period. problem • Water draining out of the tub immediately solver after you start the dishwasher. Utensils are not secure • Make sure everything is secured in in the rack or something dishwasher. small has dropped into the rack Motor hums • Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions? Dishes and flatware Low inlet water • Make sure inlet water temperature is correct Use this not clean temperature (see page 8). problem Water pressure is • Turn on a faucet. Is water coming out solver temporarily low more slowly than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher. Air gap is clogged • Clean air gap. Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware does not block the
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions? Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains • Remove the stain by hand, using a solution Use this on inside surfaces of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water. problem CAUTION: Before cleaning solver interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns. An overall yellow or brown • A special filter in the water supply line film can be caused
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Warranty Dishwasher YOUR MONOGRAM DISHWASHER WARRANTY Staple sales slip or canceled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. ONE-YEAR WHAT IS Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this COVERED limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part. From the Date of the Original This warranty is extended to the original purchas
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Consumer Services www.monogram.com Dishwasher 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! ® Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center GE Answer ® information service is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be answered Center ® promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center service is ope
