GE ZBD8920P30SS, ZBD8920P10SS, ZBD8920P00SS, ZBD8900P30II, ZBD8900P10II Owner’s Manual

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Owner's

Manual

Built-In Dishwashers

monogram.com

Consumer Information

Dishwasher

Introduction Your new Honogram dishwasher makes an eloquent statement of stgle, convenience and kitchen

planning flexibilitg. Whether gou chose it for its puritg of design, practical features or assiduous

attention to detail-or for all of these reasons-gou'll find that gour Honogram dishwasher's superior

blend of form and function will delight gou for gears to come.

The information on the following pages will help gou operate and maintain gour dishwasher properlg.

If gou have ang other questions, visit our Website at: monogram.cam

Contents

Appliance Registration ........................ ]

Care and Cleaning .......................... 17

Consumer Services ....................... ], 22

Hodel and Serial Number Location ............ ]

Operating Instructions .................... 6-16

Control Panel and Operation ............. 6-8

Lighting Features .......................... 9

Water Temperature ........................ 9

Rinse Agent ............................... 9

Dish Preparation Prior to Loading ......... 10

Detergents ............................... 10

Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser .... 1!-!2

Dishwasher Racks .................... 1]-16

Problem Solver .......................... 18-21

Safetg Instructions ......................... 4, 5

U.S.A.Warrantg ............................. 2]

Canada Warrantg ........................... 2/4

Consumer Information

Dishwasher

Before using

gour dishwasher

Write down the model & serial numbers

If gou received a damaged

dishwasher

Readthis manual carefullg. It is intended to help gou operate and maintain gour new dishwasher properlg.

Keep it handg for answers to gour questions.

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

Immediatelg contact the dealer (or builder) that sold gou the dishwasher.

If gou 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: monogram.cam

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

Model Number

Serial Number

Usethese numbers in ang correspondence or

service calls concerning gour dishwasher.

Save time & moneg

If gou need service

Before gou request service, check the Problem

Solver in the back of this manual.

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services

page in the back of this manual.

We're proud of our service and want gou to be

pleased. If for some reason gou are not happg

with the service gou receive, here are steps to follow for further help.

For customers in the USA:

FIRST,contact the people who serviced gour appliance. Explain whg gou are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT,if gou are still not pleased, contact us on our website, write all the details-including gour phone number-or write to:

Manager, Customer Relations GEAppliances

Appliance Park

Louisville, KY/40225

It lists causes of minor operating problems that gou can correct gourself.

For customers in Canada:

FIRST,contact the people who serviced gour

appliance. Explain whg gou are not pleased.

In most cases, this will solve the problem. NEXT,if gou are still not pleased, write all the

details-including gour phone number-to:

Manager, Consumer Relations Mabe Canada Inc.

! Factorg Lane,Suite 510 moncton, N.B.E1C9M]

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire

or explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

Zl,WARNING! WATER 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.

Ifthe hot water has not been usedfor two weeks or

more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them to

run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which isconnected to the hot water system.This simple procedure will allow any

built-up hydrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas is flammable, do not smoke or usean open flame or appliance during this process.

Zl,PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

This dishwasher must be properl_l installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If _lou did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with

_tour dishwasher, _lOUcan receive one b_l visiting our website at monogram.com.

• Connectto a grounded metal,permanent wiring system; or run an equipment-grounding conductor

with the circuit conductors and connect to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead of the

appliance.

• Improper connection ofthe equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Checkwith a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

• Disposeof discardedappliancesand shipping or packing material properly.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your dishwasher unlessit isspecifically

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:Turningthe dishwasher off doesnot disconnectthe appliance from the power supply.

Werecommend having a qualified technician

serviceyour appliance.

.4,CAUTION:

To prevent minor injurg or propertg damage

Contents washed in Anti-bacterial mode, if

available, may be hot to the touch. Use care before handling.

• Using a detergent that is not specifically designed

for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds.

• If your dishwasher is connected to a F-----_ wall switch, ensure that the switch is

on prior to use. On dishwashers with electronic controls,

if you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow 5-10 secondsafter turning the switch on before touching START/RESETto allow

the control to initialize.

• Non-DishwareItems: Donot 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.

Closesupervision is necessary ifthis appliance

isused 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a few daus." If you are getting rid of uour 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).

Doorlatch keeper

WARNING!

• Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.

• Useonlu powder,tabs, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keepthem out of the reach of children.Cascade®, Cascade®Complete and Electrasol®Automatic

Dishwashing Detergents,and Jet-Dry ®and Cascade Crystal Cleare rinse agents have been approved for useinallGEdishwashers.

• Locatesharp items so that theg are not likelg to damage the door seal.

• Loadsharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce the riskof cut-tgpe injuries.

Donot wash plastic items unlessmarked

dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not somarked, checkthe manufacturer's recommendations.

• Donot touch the heating element during or immediately after use.

When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

• Donot operate gour dishwasher unlessall enclosure panels are properlg in place.

Donot tamper with controls. Donot abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish

rack of the dishwasher.

• Donot allow children to plau around dishwasher when opening or closing door due to the possibilitu of small fingers being pinched in door.

• Donot discard a dishwasher without first removing the door or the door latch keeperof the washing compartment.

Donot store or usecombustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquidsinthe vicinitu of this or any other appliance.

Donot allow children to play with, on or insidethis appliance or any discarded appliance.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Control Panel

Dishwasher

You can !ocate your model

number on the tub wal! just

inside the door. Throughout this

manual, features and

appearance mabl varbl from

your model.

STATUS

• SANJT|ZED

I ANTI-RACTERIAL ® CHINA/CRYSTAL (RELAY_ ADDED PHE- @

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eNORMALOCODKWARE oRINSE ONLY V _ \_,2/ .0L03S_C

N NNNNN

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• CLEAN _ES_,

% D

WASHPRO_RAMS & ] STATUS .

*ANTI-BACTERIAL ®CHINA/CRYSTAL | 2 4 8 • *

.c0oRwARE.R.NSEONL,...| nE.Y__o0A_;T_O .'SANIT'ZEDcLEAN4;;;h

N NNNN % N

WASH PROGRAMS _1_ 2 4 8 o ® • SANITIZED A

•ANTI-°AC,ERIAL.CRINO,co.,ALrDE.,__;D_ sT,M _;_o _'°_°"'°'_' "

OSCOURWASReNoRMAL eRINSEONLY _ Ir _ _ _ .OLOSSEC • CLEAN

% DDDD% % r_

• ANTI-HACTEHIAL ® SPEEDCYCLE ® PLASTICS CYCLE 1-24 • STEAM® • (_LOWOETER_ENTeBULKOISPENSEDRYING START®

® SCOUHWASH ® CHINA/CRYSTAL ® HINSEONLY DELAY • SENSING ® SANITIZED

( ° ' ;1® @@ @

® NORMAL _ HOtO3SEC, • • GLEAN

Fq F_ F_ F_ F_F_ N r_

WASHING

Control Settings

[T_WashPrograms

(WashCycles)

ANTI BACTERIAL

SCOUR WASH (onsome models)

COOKWARE (onsome models}

Use thearrow pads v to scroll through the wash cycles.The light above or next to the

selected pad will be ON to indicate which WASHCYCLEhas been selected.

NOTE:Thisdishwasher isequipped with an ExtraClean,MSensorwith automatic temperature

control; therefore, cycle time and total water consumption may vary depending on soil (heavy,

medium, light) and temperature conditions.

Heavy 9.1gallons, 95 minutes Medium 7.8gallons,95 minutes

Light 6.5gallons, 90 minutes

This cycle raisesthe water temperature in the final rinseto sanitize your dishware. The cycle length will varUdepending on the temperature of your inlet water.

NOTE:TheAnti-Bacterial cycle ismonitored for sanitization requirements. If the cycle is interrupted during orafter the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is so low that adequate

water heating cannot be achieved, the sanitizingconditions maU not be met. Inthese cases,the sanitizedlight will not illuminate at the end of the cycle.

NSF INTERNATIONAL Meets NSF Standard 184 Sanitization and Cleaning

performance of household spray-type dishwashers.

NOTE:NSFcertifiedresidentialdishwashersarenotintendedfor licensedfood establishments.

9.6gallons,111minutes

Thiscgcleismeantfor heavilgsoileddishesorcookwarewith dried-onorbaked-onsoils. ThiscgclemaUnotremoveburned-onfoods.Evergdagdishesaresafeto beusedinthiscgcle.

NOTE:Onsomemodels,theSTEAMPRE-WASHenhancementwillbeautomaticallUselectedwhen

the SCOURWASHcgcleischosenandcannotbede-selected.

Heavy10.4gallons,100minutes Medium9.1gallons,90minutes

Light7.8gallons,80 minutes

Thiscgcleismeantfor heavilgsoileddishesorcookwarewith dried-onorbaked-onsoils.Thiscgcle

magnot removeburned-onfoods.Evergdagdishesaresafeto be usedinthiscgcle.

Control Panel/Operation

Dishwasher

NORMAL

5.0-8.8gal.,/47-90min.

Thiscgcleisfor medium/heavilgsoileddishesandglassware.

Cgcle time and water usage are approximate values. Results will depend on several factors, including but not limited to inlet temperature, household water

pressure and amount of soil in the wash water.

SPEEDCYCLE 7.8gallons, 37 minutes (onsome models) Thiscgcle isfor evergdag dishes and glassware.

CHINA 7.8 gallons, 50 minutes CRYSTAL This cgcle is for lightlg soiled china and crgstal.

GLASSES 7.8 gallons, 50 minutes (onsome models) This cgcle is specificallg designed for glasses.

PLASTICS CYCLE

(onsome models)

Heavg 7.8 gallons, 70 minutes Medium 6.5 gallons, 60 minutes

Light 5.2 gallons, 55 minutes

This cgcle is specificallg designed to reduce the risk of melting plastic items and

improve plastic drging for dishwasher safe plastic items.

RINSE ONLY

2.6 gallons, 10 minutes For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent with

this cgcle.

[_] DELAY HOURS--

This option will allow gou to delag the start time of ang wash cgcle for

up to 8 or 2/4 hours (depending on model).

• Select the delag start time gou want bg pressing the DELAYHOURSpad. Hultiple or continuous pressing will increment the delag hours. Select the

number of hours gou want to delag the start of the cgcle. Then press START/RESET.

• After closing the door, the machine will count down and automaticallg start at the correct time.

NOTE:To cancel the DELAYHOURSselection before the cgcle begins, press the DELAYHOURSpod until the displag is blank. Pressing START/RESETwill not

cancel delag hours.

r_ ADDED HEAT--

When selected, the cgcle will run with a heating element on longer and mag increase cgcle time to improve both wash and drg performance.

NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cgcle.

I-_STEAMPRE-WASH/

PRE WASH- (onsome models)

r_ HEATED

DRY--

For use with heavilg soiled and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option HUSTbe selected PRIORto starting the cgcle. The PRE-WASHoption adds

15 minutes and the STEAH PRE-WASHoption adds 26 minutes to the cgcle time.

NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cgcle.

When selected, HEATEDDRYturns the heater on for fast drging. This will extend the total cgcle time between 8 and ]8 minutes depending on the cgcle selected.

A fan will run up to 2 hours after the CLEANlight is illuminated to assist the drging process. If HEATEDDRYis not selected, dishes will air drg. A fan will run

up to 4 hours after the CLEANlight illuminates. If desired, pressing ang kegpad

will turn off the fan.

_] LOCK -_--

NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cgcle.

You can lock the controls to prevent ang selections from being made. Or gou can lock the controls after gou have started a cgcle.

Children cannot accidentally start the dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected.

To lock the dishwasher controls, press and hold the HEATEDDRYpad for ] seconds. The LOCKlight will turn on.To unlock the dishwasher controls,

press and hold the HEATEDDRYpad for ] seconds. The LOCKlight will turn off.

Control Panel/Operation

Dishwasher

[[] Status Indicator Lights (indicatorsvaryby model)

The Status display tells you what is happening while the dishwasher is in operation. The lights will come ON, indicating the sequence of the dishwasher operation.

LOW DETERGENTDisplayed when the Bulk Dispenser needs to be refilled with liquid or gel

automatic dishwasher detergent. NOTE:If you are not using the Bulk Dispenser and and you want to turn

the LOW DETERGENTLEDlight off, press the ADDED MEATpad 5 times within 3 seconds. You will hear 3 beeps; then the light will go off. You can turn the light back on by pressing the ADDED HEATpad 5 times within 3 seconds.

SENSING Displayed while the ExtraCleanTM Sensor is measuring the amount of soil and

temperature of water. The dishwasher will adjust the selected cycle to achieve

optimal performance. ADD-A-DISH Displayed during prewash, indicating that dishes added now will still be cleaned. WASHING Displayed during prewash, main wash and rinse periods. DRYING Displayed during HEATEDDRY. SANITIZED Displayed when cycle has met sanitization conditions. CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle and enhancements are complete.

[_Time Remaining Display (on some models)

During operation, the display shows the minutes remaining until the cycle is complete. The display

may adjust the remaining time while the Sensing light ison. The time displayed at the start of each cycle may change from the factory setting as the unit customizes itself to actual home

usage. During a DELAYHOURS,the display will show hours of time remaining until the cycle starts.

rgl START/RESET

START--

After selecting the cycle and desired enhancements, press the START/RESETpad

one time to ready the dishwasher to begin the cycle. Close the door to start the cycle or begin the DELAYHOURScountdown. When the cycle starts, the water

fill begins and approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins.

The dishwasher will always display your last selection and enhancements.

If you don't want to change the settings, simply press the START/RESETpad one time to ready the dishwasher and close the door to begin the cycle.

NOTE:If the START/RESETlight is flashing, the cycle has been interrupted. Light will stop flashing after the dishwasher automatically pumps out the water. Close the door to allow the water to pump out (this takes approximately 70 seconds). When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher can be reprogrammed and restarted.

Also, if a power failure occurs, NORMALand HEATEDDRYwill automatically be

programmed. Make any new selections and press the START/RESETpad to begin

the new cycle.

RESET--

Open the door slowly to prevent splash-out. Pressthe START/RESETpad

to cancel the cycle. Close the door. The dishwasher will pump out and turn off

after 70 seconds.

F_ Clean-

The CLEANlight is illuminated and a double beep will sound when the selected

cycle and enhancements are complete. You may remove the dishes at any

time. Note the high-efficiency fan will run quietly for 30 minutes to 4 hours

(depending on selected cycle) after the CLEANlight is illuminated to continue drying the dishes. This can be stopped by opening the door and pressing any keypad.

NOTE:To turn off the double beep indicator (or re-activate it if it was previously disengaged), press the HEATEDDRYpad 5 times within 3 seconds. A triple beep

will sound to indicate the end-of-cycle beep option has been toggled.

Using the Dishwasher

Dishwasher

Lighting Features

(on some

models)

Water Temperature

Interior Lights Ion some models)

The interior Xenon lights provide better visibilitg for loading and unloading. Theg turn on when the door is opened and turn off when the door is

latched. The lights will turn off after !5 minutes if the door remains unlatched. Toturn the lights back on, latch and open the door.

End-of-Cgcle Indicator Light (on some models}

The end-of-cgcle indicator light is located on the

right side of the dishwasher, above the handle. This light comes on when the selected cycle is complete. The light will stag on until the door is opened. The dishes mag be removed at ang time.

The entering water must be at least 120°F (49°C) and not more than 150% (66°C),for effective

cleaning and to prevent dish damage.

Do not attempt to replace the bulbs. If light bulb replacement is necessary, please contact the

GEAnswer Center for service bg calling

1.800.626.2000.

Note that the high-efficiencg fan will run quietlg for ]0 minutes to 4 hours (depending on the selected cgcle) after the end-of-cgcle indicator

light is illuminated to continue drging the dishes. Opening the door and pressing ang keypad will stop the fan.

Check the water temperature with a candg or

meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet

nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuouslg into the glass until the temperature stops rising.

Use a

Rinse

Agent

A rinse agent improves drg performance

reduces spots and prevents new film buildup on gour dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware and plastic. Jet-Drg® and Cascade Crgstal Clear®are recommended rinse agents for

Monogram Dishwashers. The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. of rinse

agent. Under normal conditions, this will last approximatelg one month. Trg to keep it full,

but do not overfill. Tofill the rinse agent dispenser, make sure the

dishwasher door isfullg open.

ndicator__ D

window _e- spenser

cap

Rotate the dispenser cap counterclockwise and lift it out. Add rinse agent until the indicator

window shows full. Clean up ang spilled rinse agent with a damp

cloth. Replace the dispenser cap. The amount of rinse agent released into the final

wash can be adjusted. The factorg setting is at the midpoint. If there are rings of calcium (hard water) spots on dishes, trg a higher setting. If there is foaming, use a lower setting.

To adjust the setting, remove the dispenser cap; then turn the adjuster counterclockwise to

increase the amount of rinse agent or clockwise

to decrease the amount of rinse agent dispensed.

Rinseagent adjuster

Using the Dishwasher

Dishwasher

Dish

Preparation Prior to

Forget to Add

a Dish?

Detergents

• No prerinsing of normal food soil is required.

• Scrape off hard soils, bones,toothpicks, skins and seeds.

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

1.Open the door slightly.

2. Wait until the water spray action stops. Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.

Use onlL detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers. Cascade®, Cascade Complete ® and Electrasol ®Automatic Dishwashing

Detergents have been approved for use in all

Monogram Dishwashers. Keep your powdered detergent fresh and dry. Don't put detergent into the dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes.

All wash cycles except RINSEONLYrequire detergent. The amount of detergent to use

depends on whether your water is hard or soft.

Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking

how hard your water is.Twelve or more grains

isextremely hard water. A water softener is

recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve, which could stick while open and cause flooding. Too much detergent with

soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware, called etching.

The detergent cup has indicator lines to help you.

Usethe right amount of detergent. As a guide:

ForSoft water (water hardness less than/4 Grains

PerGallon [GPG]),fill cup to the first line.

For Medium soft water (/4-8 GPG),fill cup to the second line.

For Medium hard water (8-12 GPG),fill cup.

For Extremely hard water (more than 12 GPG), fill both cups.

Medium Medium Extremely

Soft Soft Hard Hard

__f ...... \

If the amount of food soil ishigh, use a bit more detergent. If water temperature is greater than

140°F,use a bit lessdetergent. Close cover and be sure it is latched after filling

dispenser with detergent.

• Remove large quantities of any remaining food.

• Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings and excessive amounts of grease or oil.

3. Add forgotten dishes.

4. Closethe door.

Cover

1/Main Wash

____ Section

_ Cover Latch

_._J " Pre-wash

Do not use hand dish detergent.

that isnot specifically

NOTE:Using a detergent

designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher

to fill with suds. During operation, these suds will

spill out of the dishwasher vents, covering the

kitchen floor and making the floor wet. Because so many detergent containers look

alike, store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space from all other cleaners. Show

anyone who may use the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it is stored.

While there will be no lasting damage to the dishwasher, your dishes will not get clean using

a dishwashing detergent that is not formulated to work with dishwashers.

Drying Fan If the Heated Dry

option is selected, the drying fan will

run during the

drying portion of the cycle and

up to 2 hours after the CLEANlight turns on,

depending on the selected wash cycle. If the

Heated Dry option is not used, the CLEANlight

will come on at the end of the final rinse and the fan will run up to/4 hours, depending on the

selected wash cycle.

If the Rinse Only wash cycle is selected, the Heated Dry option is automatically turned off

and the drying fan will run for/4 hours.

If the drying fan is running and the CLEANlight is

on, the drying fan can be turned off by opening the door and pressing any keg on the keypad.

Section

Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser

Dishwasher

Bulk Dispense

Detergent Dispenser

(on some

models)

This dishwasher may have Bulk Dispense,a feature which automatically dispenses liquid

automatic dishwasher detergent into each cycle based on soil level and water hardness.

Toutilize the Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser, it must first be filled. Although any liquid or gel

automatic dishwashing detergent can be used in the Bulk Dispensesystem, all liquid or gel

automatic dishwashing detergents are not the same. Host automatic dishwashing detergents are chlorine bleach-based (such as Cascade®or

Electrasol®)while others contain enzymes (such as Cascade Complete ®or Electrasol®AdvancedT"Gel}.

Do not mix any chlorine bleach-based automatic dishwashing detergent with any

dishwashingdetergent containing enzymes as this could cause the detergents to congeal and

lead to blockage of the Bulk Dispense system. Check the detergent label to determine if the

detergent is chlorine bleach-based or one that contains enzymes. It is recommended that the

same type of detergent be used when refilling your Bulk Dispense system.

CAUTION! Absolutely do not add

powder detergent, tablets or any liquid soap or detergent normally used for washing hands or dishes in a sink. Only use liquid or gel

detergent specifically designed for use in an automatic dishwasher.

Toopen the dispenser for filling, push down and turn the blue cap counterclockwise until the cap

is loose. Lift cap off.

Aim the detergent bottle at the opening in the door and begin to fill.

The dispenser will hold 45 oz of liquid dishwasher detergent (standard size bottle).

When full, replace the cap and turn clockwise until tight to ensure no water enters the Bulk

Dispense dispenser. If residue is left on the door, it will be washed off in the next cycle.

An indicator light will turn on to notify you when the dispenser needs to be filled again. After filling,

the light will not turn off until the door isclosed. A full dispenser will last approximately 1 month for

the average user.

STATUS

LightWill---=_0 LOWDETERGEflT• DRYING TurnOn • SENSING • SANITIZED

When Timeto O WASHING Q CLEAN

Refill (appearance may vary)

BulkBispense

Set the door at a comfortable angle to fill the dispenser.

NOTE:If you are not using Bulk Dispense and you want to turn the LOW DETERGENTLEDlight off,

press the ADDED HEATpad 5 times within ] seconds. You will hear ] beeps; then the light will

go off. You can turn the light back on by pressing the ADDED HEATpad 5 times within ] seconds.

Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser

Dishwasher

Water

Hardness Calibration

Prior to the first use, the dishwasher needs to be calibrated for water hardness. Pleasefollow the directions below to calibrate the dishwasher

to the hardness of your tap water. Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water

In the bag that contained these instructions, you should find a water hardness test strip package. Read the instructions on the package, remove the test strip and follow the instructions to determine the hardness level of your tap water. You will use this information to calibrate your dishwasher to dispense the optimal amount of detergent.

Water hardness test strip indication

Value to Enter

SOFT

0 RED _ 1

1 RED _ 2

2 RED _ 3

3 RED _ 4

4 RED _ 5

HARD

Calibration of Models With 3-Digit Display

into Dishwasher

Calibration of ModelsWithout 3-Digit Display

1. Openthe door and touch a pad to turn lights on.

2. Pressthe "Up" _ arrow pad and DELAYHOURS pad at the same time for 3 seconds.All lights will light up and you will hear I to 5 beeps.The number of beepsindicates the current hardness

value.

3.To change the setting, pressthe DELAYHOURS pad the number of times that corresponds to the

water hardnessvalue determined at the left.The control will beep each time you pressthe pad.

4. Once finished pressing the pad, you will hear a confirmation with beepsfor the number of times you pressedthe pad.

5. If the number of beepsisnot what you desire, start pressingthe DELAYHOURSpad again to

reenter a new water hardness level.

6. Once the water hardness isset, pressthe

START/RESETpad to save the setting and return

the dishwasher to normal operation.

NOTE:Youshould recalibrate the dishwasher control ifwater conditions change; for example,if a water

softener system isaddedor removedfrom your home.

Display Pressat the same time.

Open the door and touch a pad (other than START/RESET)to turn the lights on.

Pressthe"Up" _ ArrowPad and DELAY

HOURS pad atthesame timefor3 seconds. The displaywillshow a number from 1to S. Thisisthewaterhardnessvaluecurrentlyset.

Press the "Up" _ Arrow Pad to raise

the value or the "Down" _Arrow Pad

to lower the value. Set the water hardness

value to the number determined with

the test strip and table above.

Once the water hardness is set, press

the START/RESETpad to save the setting

and return the dishwasher to normal

operation.

Loading the Racks

Dishwasher

Upper Rack

Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model.

Although the upper rack is for glosses, cups end

saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glosses fit best along the sides and should be placed open- end down. This isalso a secure place for dishwasher plastics.

The utility shelf (on some models) 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.

Fold-down tines (on some models) provide

flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over

2 tines when possible. Make sure small plastic items are secure so they

can't fall onto the heater.

Be sure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack and block rotation of the

middle spray arm. This will result in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack.

Check to make sure that no items in the lower

rack will block rotation of the wash arm mounted under the upper rack.

A wine glass holder (on some models) secures wine glasses for 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 dishwasher.

Loading the Racks

Dishwasher

Adjustable

Upper Rack [on some

models)

Silverware

Basket

The standard position of your adjustable rack

is "up", which allows for maximum clearance for your taller items in the lower rack. If you have taller wine glasses, tumblers or other items to place in the upper rack, you may want to adjust the rack to the lower position.

A variety of options are available regarding the three-piece silverware basket (on some models) in your dishwasher. The complete basket is designed to fit on the right side of the lower rack. Additionally, each end of the basket is removable to add loading flexibility to accommodate flatware and lower rack capacity needs.

To lower the rack, support the weight of the rack with your hands as shown, and press both finger

pads about 1/4" toward the inside of the rack

as indicated, guiding the rack down to its lower

position.

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To raise the rack to the "up" position, pull up on the center of the rack side frame until the rack

locks into place.

The lids of both end and middle baskets can be opened and closed to contain small items. Long

items can be placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack.

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Toremoveendbaskets,graspthebasket

at oppositecornersandslideapart.

Three-piecebasket

Loading the Rocks

Oishwosher

Lower Rack

Remove the

Upper Rack

The lower rack isbest used for plates, saucersand

cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and baking racks shouldgo along the left-hand side. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides,in

corners or in the back. Thesoiled sideof items shouldface the center of the rack, or theg can be

placed soil sidedown. If necessarg,oversized glassesand mugs can be placed inthe lower rack

to maximize loading flexibilitg.

Your new dishwasher has the capabilitg to wash

extra large items in the lower rack. Thisis accomplished bg removing the upper rack and installing a nozzleoverthe port that normallg supplieswater to the upper rack.The nozzleis not includedwith gour dishwasher,but is available for

purchase from GE.CallGEat 1.800.ro2ro.2002or go to the GEwebsite ge.com and request NozzleSprag Asm,part number WD12X10134.

Also,be careful not to let aportion of an item such asa pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack.Thiscould blockthe wash arm and cause poor washing results.

Fold-down tines (onsome models)provide flexibilitg for extra-large and hard-to-fit items.The tines mag be left inthe up positionor folded down to customize

the lower rack. Besure tall tines in the lower rack do not block the

sprag arm abovethem. Checkfor this bg spinning the arm when both racks arepushed all the wag in.

Pullthe rack straight out and off the rails.

Replacethe end caps, then push the rails all the wag back into the dishwasher.Slidethe shower nozzleattachment over the spout.

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Customersin Canada can order on-line at

geappliances.ca 24 hours everg dag, or bg phone

at 1.800.ro61.1616during normal businesshours. To remove the upper rack, push thumb tab out and

remove the front end caps on each side of the rail.

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Then fill the lower rack and begin gour cgcle.

NOTE:Nozzlemust be in place with upper rack removed. If not installed properlg, poor wash performance and noise will result.

NOTE:Don'tforget to remove the shower nozzle attachment before gou replace the upper rack.

Loading the Rocks

Oishwosher

Extra Rack Features

(on some

models)

Follow these

guidelines

for loading 10 and

Cutlery Tray

ThecutlerUtraUholds up to/4 large knives such as

a carver,chef's knives,bread knife,etc.,that aretoo

tall to fit in the silverware basket.

Hook the tray onto the rear of the upper rack. Laythe knivesbetween the guides (asshown).

Bowl Tines

Thespecial large-bowl tines in the lower rack add

flexibility to your loading pattern. They areuseful

for serving bowls or other large bowls.

To usethe bowl tines,fold down the 2 rows of flex

tines in front of the bowl tinesand load bowlsjust

as you would in the upper rack.

Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.

Thesetinesfolddown Large-bowltines

12 place

settings

Upper Rack--lOplace settings

Upper Rack--12placesettings

Lower Rack--lOplace settings

Lower Rack--12 place settings

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