Owner’s
Manual
Built-In Dishwashers
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Consumer Information
Dishwasher
Introduction 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
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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: monogram.com
Contents
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Appliance Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Consumer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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U.S.A. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Model and Serial Number Location. |
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Canada Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–12
Control Panel and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–9
Lighting Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Water Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Rinse Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Dish Preparation Prior to Loading . . . . . . . . . 10
Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Detergent Dispenser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dishwasher Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–20
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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.
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For customers in the USA:
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
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Manager, Customer Relations
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Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
For customers in Canada:
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, write all the
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Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N.B. E1C 9M3
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or
death.
WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two or more weeks.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
If the hot water has not been used for two or more weeks, 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 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, use an open flame, or use the appliance during this process.
WARNING! 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
GEAppliances.com. In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca.
Connect the dishwasher/appliance to 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 of the equipment-grounding 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.
Use only cord kit WX09X70910 or hard-wire to building electrical. Failure to follow this instruction, could result in risk of fire and personal injury.
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.
WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
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Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher
and keep them out of reach of children.
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
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Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.
Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play with, on or inside this appliance at any time.
Do not store or use combustible materials including gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Small parts, such as rack clips and filter retaining posts, can be a choke hazard to small children if removed from the dishwasher. Keep out of reach of small children.
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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 days.” If you are getting rid of your dishwasher, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this or any discarded appliance.
Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the latch by removing the two screws from the latch receiver inside the tub (as shown).
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During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to the |
Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as |
touch. Use care before handling. |
electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and paint |
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by |
brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to the dishwasher |
or near children. Do not allow children to play around the |
and discoloration or staining of the dishwasher may |
dishwasher when closing the door, closing the upper rack, |
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or while vertically adjusting the upper rack due to the |
Load light-weight, plastic items so they do not become |
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they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged.
CAUTION: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60 Hz, and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
If the electric supply provided does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.
Your dishwasher circuit should not be used for any other appliance while the dishwasher is in operation as the dishwasher requires the full capacity of the circuit.
NOTICE
If your dishwasher is connected to a wall switch, ensure that the switch is on prior to use.
If you choose to turn the wall switch off between wash cycles, allow 5-10 seconds after turning the switch on before touching Start to allow the control to initialize.
Use only powder, Cascade® All-in-1 ActionPacs™, liquid detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children.
Cascade® All-in-1 ActionPacs™ Automatic Dishwashing Detergent, and Cascade® Rinse Aid™ rinse agents have been approved for use in all GE dishwashers.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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Control Panel/Operation
Dishwasher
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary.
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section. No pre-rinsing of normal food soil is required. Scrape off hard soils, including bones, |
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toothpicks, skins, and seeds. Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings, and excessive amounts of |
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4Select Cycle
Press the SELECT CYCLE button for the desired wash cycle. Pressing the SELECT CYCLE button will show various cycles in the display window. Press the button until the desired cycle is shown.
NOTE: Actual cycle times vary based on soil level, water temperature, and options selected.
The cycle may be selected with the door in the open position. The cycle will not start until after the door is closed and START selected within 10 seconds.
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This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes, cookware, pots, or pans with dried-on |
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NOTE: Normal was used to rate the energy efficiency of this dishwasher. |
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Light |
This cycle is for light to medium soiled dishes. It is safe for china and crystal. *Time: 50 |
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Rinse |
For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent. Detergent |
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is not dispensed during the rinse cycle. *Time: 16 minutes. |
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This cycle will quickly wash lightly soiled dishes. *Time: 32 minutes. For faster drying, |
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select Power Dry. The final rinse temperature will be increased. Power Dry will add |
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the racks out, and the dishes will “flash” dry in approximately five minutes. |
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eWash |
This cycle will efficiently wash dishes using about 2 gallons of water and .8 KWhr. |
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Selecting Power Dry with this cycle adds an energy efficient 1 1/2 hour dry period. Drying |
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*Washing time only. Does not include drying time, Auto Hot Start, or options. NOTE: If the incoming water temperature is too low, the Auto Hot Start feature may add up to 11 minutes of additional time.
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cycle. This option will also improve dry performance on the Normal cycle. |
Sanitize Temp This option raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your dishware. The cycle length will vary depending on the temperature of your inlet water. NOTE: This option is monitored for sanitization requirements. If the cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the incoming water temperature is so low that adequate water heating cannot be achieved, the sanitizing conditions may not be met. In these cases, the Sanitized light will not illuminate at the end of the cycle. Utilizing this option will modify the cycle to meet the requirements of Section 6, NSF 184 for soil removal and sanitization efficacy. NOTE: NSF certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.
Power Dry |
Shuts off the drying option. Dishes air dry naturally and energy is saved. Open the |
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Power Dry |
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For improved drying performance. This option may add up to 65 minutes to the |
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Use this option to improve wash performance with heavy or dried-on soils. This |
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Selecting either the Upper or Lower Wash Zones will target dishwashing of just |
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This option increases the time that the bottle jets are on and may add up to 23 |
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baby bottles, sport bottles, tall coffee cups, etc. See use recommendations in the |
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Delays the start of a wash cycle up to 12 hours. Press Delay Hours, to select the |
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Control |
You can lock the controls to prevent selections from being made. You can also lock |
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To LOCK the dishwasher control, press and hold both the Pre-Soak and Bottle |
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Wash buttons for 3 seconds. The Control Lock light will turn on to indicate the |
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To UNLOCK the dishwasher control, press and hold the Pre-Soak and Bottle |
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Wash buttons for 3 seconds. The Control Lock light will turn off to indicate the |
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Energy |
When connected to a smart meter and your electric company, the dishwasher |
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times, and run when demand is low. However, you can override the delay settings |
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Using the Dishwasher section. |
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The wash cycle will begin shortly after closing the door. The display will turn off if |
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the door remains open for two minutes. To activate the display, close and open the |
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To interrupt or pause a dish cycle, slowly open the door. Opening the door will |
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cause the wash cycle to pause. The dishwasher will beep every minute to remind |
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you to close the door. To restart or resume the cycle, press START, and close the |
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To cancel a wash cycle, press and hold the START button for 3 seconds and close |
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door. The dishwasher will drain, emit a beep sound, and the wash cycle light will |
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Cycle Complete |
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Low Rinse Aid |
Displayed when rinse agent is low or empty. See page 10 for Use a Rinse Agent. |
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To turn indicator off, press the Pre-Soak button 7 times within 5 seconds. Repeat |
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The indicator light on the door front will change color to indicate the wash status. |
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complete, the light will change to white. |
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Sounds |
The dishwasher will emit a sound to indicate cycle completion, button presses, |
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and door ajar. To mute all sounds, press the Dry Options button 7 times within 5 |
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seconds. Repeat this process to turn sounds back on. |
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To turn this option ON/OFF, press and hold the START and WASH TEMP pads for 5 |
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seconds, close the door and wait 3 minutes for the dishwasher to go into sleep mode. |
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In the OFF mode, the control display, control sounds, (on some models) and interior |
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lights (on some models) will not respond to the door opening/closing. This mode |
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Lighting
Features
Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Interior Lights
The interior LED lights provide better visibility for loading and unloading. Do not look directly into the LED lights. They turn on when the door is opened and turn off when the door is closed. The lights will turn off after 15 minutes if the door remains open. To turn the lights back on, close and open the door.
Do not attempt to replace the bulbs. If light bulb replacement is necessary, please contact the GE Answer Center for service by calling 1.800.626.2000.
Water
Temperature
The entering water must be at least 120°F (49°C) |
Check the water temperature with a candy or |
and not more than 150°F (66°C), for effective |
meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet |
cleaning and to prevent dish damage. |
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Recommended
Dishwasher
Products
GE recommends the following products for use in its dishwashers:
•For your manual detergent dispenser, Cascade® Platinum Pacs are recommended. Powders, liquids, and gels may also be used but may not work as effectively.
•For your rinse agent dispenser, Cascade® Complete Rinse Aid.
Use a Rinse
Agent
Rinse agents, such as Cascade® Complete Rinse Aid are designed for great drying action and to protect against spots and film build-up on your dishes, glasses, flatware, cookware, and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser
The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. (104 ml) of rinse agent. Under normal conditions, this will last approximately one month.
1 Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.
2 Open the Rinse Agent dispenser door.
3Slowly add rinse agent until the cup is full. You may need to pause several times to allow rinse aid to settle.
Rinse Aid Setting
The amount of rinse agent released into the final wash can be adjusted. If water drops or hard water spots remain on dishes after the dry cycle, increase the setting.
Rinse agent adjuster
To adjust the setting
Open the Rinse Agent dispenser door; then turn the adjuster clockwise to increase the amount of rinse agent, counterclockwise to reduce the amount of rinse agent.
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Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp cloth to prevent foam from forming inside the dishwasher.
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Energy
Smart
Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Energy Smart enables your dishwasher to reduce energy consumption during periods of high energy costs. If you are in an area where your electricity provider charges variable rates at different times of the day, your dishwasher will inform you of those times when you are paying the highest rate. You can then either delay starting your dishwasher until the rate goes down; or you can override the feature and run your dishwasher at your convenience.
What you will need:
1Smart Meter that will communicate with your dishwasher. Consult your local electricity provider to determine if the technology is available in your area.
2An Energy Smart dishwasher model (ZDT800 or ZDT870).
3 An Appliance Communication Module (ACM). Please visit, gebrillion.com to order the communication device that will need to be installed in the dishwasher.
Leak
Protection
If a leak is detected, the dishwasher will drain and the cycle will stop. The display will show “LEAK DETECTED”. Call for service.
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Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Detergents The detergent dispenser is located in the center of the dishwasher door. It has two compartments. The main wash
compartment is found inside the detergent dispenser. To open, press the button on the side of the dispenser. The pre-wash compartment is on the lid of the detergent dispenser. Use the pre-wash compartment only when your water is extremely hard or when you have a heavy soiled load. The pre-wash compartment is not used when tablet or packet detergents are used.
NOTE: Do not load large items in the lower rack where they may block the wash jets from rinsing out the detergent dispenser.
Detergent
Dispenser
Youmayusetablet,packet,powder,liquidorgelautomatic dishwasher detergent. Make sure you use only detergents specifically labeled for use in automatic dishwashers. Never use liquid hand dish detergent in an automatic dishwasher. Sudsing and poor wash performance will result with the use of improper detergents.
Detergents should be stored in a dry location and in their original container to prevent loss of effectiveness. Place detergent in the cup just prior to starting the dishwasher and then close the cover. The cover will open during the wash cycle.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
GE recommends using detergent in tablet or packet form. Independent testing has shown this form of detergent is very effective in the dishwasher. Cascade® Platinum Pacs are an example of this type of detergent. Simply put a tablet or packet into the main wash compartment and slide to close the detergent cup cover. Please notice that the tablet or packet must be placed in the main wash compartment of the detergent cup. If the tablet or packet is tossed in the bottom of the dishwasher, the detergent will be flushed down the drain in a very short period of time and will thus be wasted. Wash performance will be very poor as a result.
If you choose to use detergent in powder, liquid or gel form, the amount of detergent you use will be determined by the hardness of your water, the temperature of your water, and the food soil load inside the dishwasher. Contact your water company to get information about the hardness of the water in your area. Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon. Use this information and the table above to determine the amount of detergent to use. You may purchase a hard water test strip from GE. Call 1-877-959-8688 and ask for part number WD01X10295. In Canada, call 1-800-661-1616.
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Using too much detergent with very soft and/or very hot water may cause a condition called etching on your glassware. Etching is a permanent cloudiness in your glassware. This condition is irreversible. However, using too little detergent will cause poor wash performance.
Use the table as a starting point and then adjust the amount of detergent you use. Use just enough to get good wash performance. Using just the right amount of detergent will provide great wash performance without wasting detergent or etching glassware.
DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT
NOTE: Using a detergent that is not specifically 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 for automatic dishwashers.
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Loading the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
Upper
Rack
The upper rack is primarily for glasses, cups, and saucers. For best wash performance, tilt cup and glass openings toward the center of the rack. Other items such as pots, pans, and plates may be placed in the upper rack. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastic items. The upper rack can be used for odd sized utensils. Sauce pans, mixing bowls, and other similarly shaped items should be placed face down for best wash performance. The dishwasher has a hidden heater, so dishwasher safe plastic items can be placed in the lower rack.
IMPORTANT: Ensure items in the upper rack do not interfere with the 3rd Rack (on some models) when loading and unloading.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack or silverware basket where they will block the rotation of the middle spray arm. This could result in noise during operation and/ or poor wash performance.
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The Bottle Wash system is the ideal location to position baby bottles and tall sports bottles. The
Bottle Wash clips hold bottles with small openings
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to clean hard to reach areas. Clips can be installed or
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To add flexibility in loading, the utility shelf (on some models) may be placed in the up or down position. The shelf may also be used to secure stemware such as wine glasses. Because these stemware items come in various sizes, slowly push the rack in to ensure the items do not bump into the edges of the dishwasher, which may cause damage to the items.
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The fold down tines (on some models) provide flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. The tine rows can be adjusted to a vertical or lay-down position.
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8 Place Settings - Upper Rack
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10 Place Settings - Upper Rack
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Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
Lower
Rack
The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and cookware items. Large items, such as broiler pans and baking racks should be placed along the sides of the rack. If necessary, oversized glasses and mugs can be placed in the lower rack to maximize loading flexibility. Plates, saucers and similar items should be placed between the tines in the direction that allows the item to remain secure in the rack.
NOTE: Do not load large items in the lower rack where they may block the wash jets from rinsing out the detergent dispenser.
The lower rack fold down tines can be adjusted to different upright angles or placed flat to provide flexibility for hard-to-fit or extra-large items.
3 Angled Positions Available or Folded Down
WARNING! The clips can be a choke hazard for small children if removed from the dishwasher. Keep out of reach of children.
To change the direction of the fold down tines, lower the tines, then pull away from the bar clips that secure the tines to the rack and remove. Reverse the direction of the tines, orienting the handle on the opposite side of the rack. Reattach the tines to the bar clips by pushing the tines back until they click in place. The indexer will also need to be switched to the opposite side of the dishwasher. To remove the indexer, simply slide it the in the direction labeled “unlock.” Then, align the indexer with the rack on the other side and slide in the direction that says “lock” in order to reattach the indexer to the rack.
The reversible tine blocks are designed to allow greater flexibility in loading dishes. The direction of the tine blocks can be changed to match your preferred loading direction as shown in Figure A or Figure B.
Figure A
To adjust the tine block direction, remove the clips securing the tine blocks to
the racks by pulling up on the tab, then gently flex the retaining wire from the center
to unseat the tine block from the lower rack. The tine block may be turned in the opposite direction to reverse loading direction. Secure the tine block
to the rack using the same process and be sure to snap the clips back in place.
Figure B
Clip
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Indexer
To lock, slide right.
To unlock, slide left.
IMPORTANT: It is important to ensure that items do not protrude through the bottom of the rack or the silverware basket where they will block the rotation
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Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
3rd Rack (on some models)
The 3rd rack is the recommended location for silverware and has 2 trays:
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The utensil tray holds serving spoons, chop sticks, spatulas, cutlery, whisks, etc. Be sure not to overlap the utensil heads.
The silverware tray holds silverware individually in slots and is positioned by alternating the heads of the silverware.
These trays may be removed to allow for easier loading and unloading, changing the side that the trays are on, or to create extra space for the upper rack.
To remove a tray, fully extend the 3rd rack, grasp both the front and back handles on one tray and gently lift the tray out of the rack. To replace the tray, grasp both handles and gently place it on the rack so that the deepest part is towards the center of the rack.
CAUTION! Take care when loading, unloading, or transporting the silverware or utensil trays. The trays may contain sharp or heavy items. If items are dropped from the trays or the trays are dropped, injury could occur.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Do not place cutlery of different materials next to each other in the 3rd rack. Doing so may cause discoloration of the cutlery.
The trays are only meant to be used with a GE 3rd rack dishwasher to hold silverware, cooking utensils, and other small items. Using the trays for any other purpose could result in damage to the trays or damage to anything interacting with the trays.
Ensure that the 3rd rack is fully closed before shutting the dishwasher door. Shutting the door with the rack partially extended could cause damage to the dishwasher.
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The 3rd rack is also removable to allow extra large items to be placed in the upper rack.
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Once the rack is removed, push the side rails all the way back into the dishwasher.
To replace the 3rd rack:
1 Extend both side rails fully out of the dishwasher.
2Orient the rack so that its side clips are aligned and centered with the posts on the side rail and lower the clips onto the posts.
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Pull rack all the way out to lock it in place
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Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
Silverware Basket (on some models)
Place flatware in the removable silverware baskets. Sharp objects, such as forks and knives, may be placed with the handles facing up, in order to protect your hands. For the best wash performance, place other items such as spoons with the handles facing down. Avoid allowing items to nest together, which may keep them from being properly washed. When loading, distribute items evenly in the basket.
The silverware baskets may also be used for small items, such as measuring spoons, baby bottle nipples, plastic lids, or corn cob holders. The silverware basket covers can be closed to contain small items.
The silverware basket may be positioned by placing the hooks on the back of the basket over the top wire on the sides of the lower rack.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Do not load large or tall utensils where they may block the detergent dispenser, mid spray arm, or become trapped between the door and the gasket when the door is closed.
Silverware/flatware is loaded using the silverware basket lids. This ensures great wash performance of the silverware. Loading in this manner prevents nesting and makes sure all items are washed uniformly.
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Cleaning
the Filters
Protect
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Dishwasher
Inspect and clean the filters periodically. This should be done every other month or so depending on usage. If there is a decrease in wash performance or dishes feel gritty, this is also an indication the filters need to be cleaned.
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Ultra-Fine Filter
To clean the Ultra-Fine Filter, remove the bottom rack. Twist counterclockwise and remove the Ultra-Fine Filter. Rinse filter with warm soapy water and use a sponge to carefully remove any stubborn particles. Scrubbing with scouring pads or brushes can damage the filter. Once cleaned, replace the Ultra-Fine Filter, and twist clockwise to lock in place.
Fine Filter
To clean the Fine Filter (mesh plate), remove the bottom rack. Remove the Ultra-Fine Filter.
Twist counterclockwise each of the two retaining posts located toward the back bottom of the tub, and remove the Fine Filter. Rinse filter with warm soapy water. Scouring pads or brushes can scratch the filter surface but a soft brush or sponge may be needed to remove stubborn soils or calcium deposits caused by hard water. Once cleaned, replace the Fine Filter, the Ultra-Fine Filter, and twist clockwise the two retaining posts into place.
WARNING! The retaining posts can be a choke hazard for small children if removed from the dishwasher. Keep out of reach of children.
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An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered by your warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps, so you may not have one.
Air gap
The air gap is easy to clean.
1Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the air gap cover.
2Remove the plastic cap under the cover and clean with a toothpick.
3 Replace the cap and cover when the air gap is clean.
Check the air gap any
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Before You Call for Service
Dishwasher
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Start status |
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Black or gray |
Aluminum utensils have rubbed |
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Low inlet water temperature |
• Make sure inlet water temperature is at least 120°F. |
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• Select Heated Dry. |
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• Use Boost Temp option. |
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• Select a higher cycle, such as Sanitize Temp or Heavy. |
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Rinse agent dispenser is empty |
• Check the rinse agent dispenser and fill as required. |
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Max Dry option was not selected |
• Select the Max Dry option to improve dry performance. |
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Additional drying time is needed |
• Allow the fan to run an additional 90 minutes after the Clean light |
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appears. Note: If you open the door, this fan extension will be cancelled. |
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Control panel |
Door may not be completely |
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responded to |
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inputs but |
Water valve may be turned off |
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never filled |
Flood float may be stuck |
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fine filter that looks like a salt shaker. Replace the filter. |
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Stained tub |
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hard water minerals |
hard water mineral deposits from forming. |
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• Run dishwasher with citric acid to remove mineral deposits. Citric |
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acid (Part number: WD35X151) can be ordered through GE Parts. |
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See back cover for ordering information. Alternatively, purchase |
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Lemi Shine and follow the directions on the label. |
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Fuse is blown or circuit breaker |
• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances |
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won’t run |
is tripped |
from the circuit. |
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Power is turned off |
• In some installations, the power to the dishwasher is provided |
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through a wall switch, often located next to the disposer switch. |
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Make sure it is on. |
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Control panel is locked |
• Unlock control panel. See the Getting started section. |
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Possible leak is detected |
• Models are equipped with leak detection and the cycle will |
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be cancelled if a leak is detected. The display will show “LEAK |
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DETECTED”. Call for service. |
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Proper Start sequence was not |
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Before You Call for Service
Dishwasher
Questions? Use this problem solver
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POSSIBLE CAUSE |
WHAT TO DO |
Control |
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Time too long between |
• Each button must be touched within 30 seconds of the |
panel lights |
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touching of selected |
others. To relight, touch any button again or open the |
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door and unlock (top control). |
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controls |
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Water |
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Air gap is clogged |
• Clean the air gap. See the Care and cleaning section. |
standing in |
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High drain loop or air gap not |
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Water |
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Drain is clogged |
• If you have an air gap, clean it. See the Care and cleaning section. |
won’t |
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• If the dishwasher drains into a disposer, run disposer clear. |
pump out |
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• Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well. If not, |
of the tub |
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you may need a plumber. |
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Steam |
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This is normal |
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water is being pumped out. This is necessary for drying. |
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Cycle |
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The door was opened and the |
• Do not interrupt the cycle by opening the door during the wash |
Sanitized |
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cycle was interrupted during |
cycle. |
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final rinse |
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The incoming water |
• Raise the water heater temperature to between 120°F and 150°F. |
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illuminate |
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temperature was too low |
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at the end |
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of the cycle |
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Noise |
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Normal operating sounds: |
• These are all normal. No action is required. |
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Detergent cup opening |
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Water entering dishwasher |
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The motor stops and starts at |
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various times during the cycle |
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Spray arms start and stop at |
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various times |
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Drain pump sounds during |
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pump out |
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Drain pump starts and stops |
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several times during each drain |
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Max Dry Fan |
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Rattling dishes when the |
• Make sure dishes are properly loaded. See the Loading the |
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spray arm rotates |
dishwasher section. |
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Rattling silverware against |
• Tall utensils may be placed in the upper rack to avoid bumping |
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door during wash |
against inner door during wash cycle. |
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A white |
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This problem is likely caused |
• To remove the white film, run your dishes through a dishwasher |
film on |
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by a low quality phosphate-free |
cycle with citric acid. Use a WD35X151 citric acid kit found online. |
glassware, |
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Dishwasher detergent |
Otherwise, use Lemi Shine (WX10X10019) found at your local |
dishware |
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grocery store. Pour the citric acid in the detergent cup and |
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close the cover. Place the filmed but otherwise clean glassware |
interior |
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and dishware in the dishwasher. Leave silverware and other |
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metal items out of the dishwasher. Turn the dishwasher on |
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and let it run through a complete cycle without detergent. The |
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glassware, dishware, and dishwasher should come out film |
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free. Alternatively, a vinegar rinse may be used. Pour 1 cup of |
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vinegar into dishwasher just after the detergent cup opens and |
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let the dishwasher complete its cycle. This may be repeated |
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several times a year as needed. The use of a rinse agent such |
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as Cascade® Complete Rinse Aid may help minimize a repeat |
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build up of film. Also, the use of a highly rated detergent such as |
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Cascade® Platinum Pacs will help prevent film build-up. |
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Warranty for Customers in the USA
Dishwasher
YOUR MONOGRAM DISHWASHER WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
WHAT IS
COVERED
From the Date
of the Original
Purchase
One Year
Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Five Years
The dishwasher rack and/or the electronic control module, if these should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this five-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor or in-home service costs.
Lifetime
The stainless steel tub or door liner, if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited lifetime warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for the products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii or Washington, D.C. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for
service. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the
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All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care® servicers during normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800.444.1845. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
•Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.
•Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
•Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
•Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
•Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
•Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
•Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line.
•Damage caused after delivery, including damage from items dropped on the door.
•Product not accessible to provide required service.
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state
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Warrantor: General Electric Company,
Louisville, KY 40225
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Warranty for Customers in Canada |
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Dishwasher |
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YOUR MONOGRAM DISHWASHER WARRANTY |
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Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original |
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purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty. |
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WHAT IS |
One Year |
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COVERED |
Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this |
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From the Date |
limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to |
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replace the defective part. |
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Five Years |
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Purchase |
The dishwasher rack, if it should rust, or the electronic control module, if it should fail due to a |
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defect in materials or workmanship. During this five-year limited warranty, you will be responsible |
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for any labor or in-home service costs. |
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Lifetime |
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The stainless steel tub or door liner, if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or |
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workmanship. During this limited lifetime warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor |
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and in-home service to replace the defective part. |
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This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products |
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purchased in Canada for ordinary home use in Canada. In-home warranty service will be provided |
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in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide. Proof of original purchase |
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date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. |
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All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer |
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Care® servicers during normal working hours. |
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Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 1.800.561.3344. |
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Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service. |
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WHAT IS NOT COVERED
•Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.
•Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
•Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
•Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
•Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
•Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
•Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the drain line.
•Damage caused after delivery, including damage from items dropped on the door.
•Product not accessible to provide required service.
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Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province. To know what your legal rights are in your province, consult your local or provincial consumer affairs office.
Warrantor: MC Commercial, Burlington, ON, L7R 5B6.
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