GE ZBD1800 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Dishwasher

ZBD1800

Consumer Information

Dishwasher

Your new Monogram dishwasher makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen 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.

If you have any other questions, visit our Website at: www.monogram.com

Introduction

Contents

Appliance Registration . . . . . . . . . . . .3, 23, 24

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14

Consumer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3, 19

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Model and Serial Number Location . . . . . . .3

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7–11

Control Panel and Operation . . . . . . . . . .7

Water Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Rinse Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Dishwasher Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 11

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15–17

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Consumer Information

Dishwasher

Before using your dishwasher

Read this manual carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your questions.

If you don’t understand something or need more help, there is a list of toll-free consumer service numbers included on the Consumer Services page in the back section of this manual.

Visit our Website at: www.monogram.com

Write down the model & serial numbers

You can locate your model and serial numbers on the tub wall just inside the door.

Before sending in the card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher.

If you received a damaged dishwasher

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the dishwasher.

Save time & money

Before you request service, check the Problem Solver in the back of this manual.

It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

If you need service

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this manual.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, contact us on our website, write all the details—including your phone number—or write to:

Manager, Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

wWARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door

or dish rack of the dishwasher.

• Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door or removing the door latch.

• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Do not allow children to play around the dishwasher when opening and closing the door due to possibility of small fingers being pinched in the door.

• Do not allow children to play with, on or inside this appliance or any discarded appliance.

wWATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance that is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our Website at www.monogram.com

• Connect to a grounded metal, permanent

wiring system; or run an equipmentgrounding conductor with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipmentgrounding terminal or lead of the appliance.

• Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

• Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

• To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any maintenance. NOTE: Turning the dishwasher off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

• For ADA installation height, refer to page 4 of the Installation Instructions.

Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a 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:

• Take off the door of the washing

compartment or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

wWARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

Door latch keeper

Hold nut at top of dishwasher while removing screw

• Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children. Cascade®, Cascade Complete

and Electrasol®Automatic Dishwashing Detergents and Jet-Dry®and Cascade Rinse

Aid®rinse agents have been approved for

use in all Monogram Dishwashers.

• Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.

• Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.

• Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

• Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

• Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.

• Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.

• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children.

• Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher—they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.

WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Dishwasher

Features

Upper rack

Upper spray arm

Lower rack

Lower spray arm

Panel

Motor

Leveling legs

Door spring

Control panel

Toe kick

Wine glass shelf

Dishwasher

Control Settings

Cycle Sequence

1. Wash Cycles

HEAVY WASH For heavily soiled dishes or cookware. Everyday dishes may be included.

NORMAL WASH For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils.

NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL WASH will save energy and water.

LIGHT WASH For dishes with light soils.

CHINA For lightly soiled china and crystal, use the CHINA CRYSTAL cycle. CRYSTAL

RINSE ONLY For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. DO NOT use detergent.

2. START Slowly turn the Dial to the desired position. Don’t turn it past that position, or

you could accidentally miss a rinse. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill, so you will not hear any wash action right away.

You can locate your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.

RINSE ONLY

HEAVY WASH

NORMAL WASH

LIGHT WASH

CHINA CRYSTAL

OFF

1 2

Control Panel

ZBD1800

Water Time

Cycles (approx.) (approx.) Cycle Sequence

HEAVY WASH 6.1 gal. 104 min. Rinse Rinse Rinse Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse

NORMAL WASH 5.3 gal. 98 min. Rinse Rinse Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse

LIGHT WASH 4.5 gal. 92 min. Rinse Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse

CHINA CRYSTAL 3.6 gal. 86 min. Rinse Wash Rinse Rinse

RINSE ONLY 1.8 gal. 56 min. Rinse Rinse

Using the Dishwasher

Dishwasher

Check the Water Temperature

The entering water should be at least 120°F and not more than 150°F, for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer.

Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising.

Use a

Rinse

Agent

A rinse agent improves dry performance, reduces spots and prevents new film buildup on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic. Jet-Dry®and Cascade Rinse Aid

are recommended rinse agents for Monogram Dishwashers.

Filling the Dispenser

The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. of rinse agent. Under normal conditions, this will last approximately one month. Try to keep it full, but do not overfill.

1. Make sure the dishwasher is fully open.

2. Turn the dispenser knob to the left and

lift it out.

3. Add rinse agent until the indicator window

looks full.

4. Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a

damp cloth.

5. Replace the dispenser knob.

Rinse Aid Setting

The amount of rinse agent released into the final wash can be adjusted. The factory setting is at the midpoint. If there are rings of calcium (hard water) spots on dishes, try a higher setting.

To adjust the setting, remove the dispenser knob; then turn the adjuster counterclockwise to increase the amount of rinse agent.

Forget to Add a Dish?

A forgotten dish can be added any time before the main wash.

1. Unlatch the door to interrupt the cycle. Squeeze the door latch to release the door.

2. Do not open the door until the water spray action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.

3. Add forgotten dishes.

4. Close the door and push it in to relatch.

Indicator

Dispenser cap

Adjustable setting

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