GEAppliances ZBD1800, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Dishwasher ZBD1800 ...

Page 2: ...l 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 Operati...

Page 3: ...lls 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 man...

Page 4: ...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 dishwashe...

Page 5: ...he 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 filt...

Page 6: ...6 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 ...

Page 7: ...he 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 C...

Page 8: ...e 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 ...

Page 9: ...t cloudiness of glassware called etching For heavily soiled loads use the HEAVY WASH or NORMAL WASH cycle fill one or both of the interior cups depending on the hardness of your water and also fill the open cup on the dispenser lid 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 the...

Page 10: ...sult in poor wash performance for items in the upper rack 10 For best dishwashing results follow these loading guidelines Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Lower Rack When loading the lower rack do not load large platters or trays in the front left corner They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle The lower rack is best used for...

Page 11: ...ives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers should go in the bottom of the silverware basket with silverware on top With the topper Place small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers in the bottom of the basket and snap the topper in place Insert spoons and forks handl...

Page 12: ...ck decorative wood door GPF18W White GPF18B Black These accessories are available at extra cost Visa MasterCard or Discover cards accepted by calling 800 626 2002 Specify accessory number when ordering 12 You can change the appearance of your dishwasher to match your kitchen cabinets by ordering one of the following optional accessories ...

Page 13: ... shaft Wash the arms in soapy warm water and use a soft brush to clean the jets Replace them after rinsing thoroughly Cleaning the Filters For best performance and results the filter assembly must be cleaned regularly The filter efficiently removes food particles from the wash water allowing water to be recirculated during the cycle For this reason it is a good idea to remove the large food partic...

Page 14: ...p 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 The air gap is easy to clean 1 Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome cover 2 Remove the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick Stainless Steel Interior Tub and Inner Door The stainless steel used to make the dishwasher t...

Page 15: ...poser run disposer clear Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only automatic dishwasher detergents wasn t used to avoid sudsing Cascade Cascade Complete and Electrasol dishwashing detergents have been approved for use in all Monogram dishwashers To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close and latch the dishwasher Pump out wate...

Page 16: ...asher and allow to run for 30 minutes Dishwasher will now be in the main wash 5 Open the door and pour 2 cups 500 ml of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher 6 Close the door and allow to complete the cycle If vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60 ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Cloudiness on glassware Combination of soft water This is called etch...

Page 17: ...inerals To clean the interior apply dishwasher surfaces detergent to a damp sponge Wear rubber gloves Do not use any type of cleanser other than dishwasher detergent because it may cause foaming or sudsing Cascade Cascade Complete and Electrasol dishwashing detergents have been approved for use in all Monogram dishwashers Dishes don t dry Low inlet water Make sure inlet water temperature is temper...

Page 18: ...orking hours Should your appliance need service during warranty period or beyond in the U S A call 800 444 1845 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 ri...

Page 19: ...n the USA 800 626 2224 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Parts and Accessories In the USA 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their ow...

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