GE Monogram Dishwasher ZBD4700 User Manual

Monogram.  
Use and Care Guide  
for ZBD4700  
ZBD4800  
Dishwasher  
1995 Monogram.TM  
Dishwasher  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Read all instructions before using this appliance.  
WARNING—When using this  
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part  
appliance, always exercise basic safety  
precautions, including the following:  
of your dishwasher unless it is specifically  
recommended in this guide. All other servicing  
should be referred to a qualified technician.  
• Use this appliance only for its  
intended purpose, as you will find described in  
this guide.  
Use only powder or liquid detergents or wetting  
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.  
Keep all washing detergents and wetting agents  
out of reach of children, preferably in a locked  
cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels  
to avoid personal injury.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
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 obtain one by calling, toll free,  
the GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000.  
This appliance must be connected to a grounded  
metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-  
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit  
conductors and connected to the equipment-  
grounding terminal or lead of the appliance.  
• When loading items to be washed:  
A. Locate sharp items so that they are not  
likely to damage the door seal, and  
B. 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.  
Do not touch the heating element during or  
immediately after use.  
WARNINGImproper 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.  
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.  
Close supervision is necessary if this appliance  
is used by or near children. Do not allow children  
to play inside, on or with this appliance or any  
discarded appliance. Dispose of discarded  
appliances and shipping or packing material  
properly. Before discarding a dishwasher,  
remove the door of the washing compartment.  
WARNING—HYDROGEN GAS  
is produced by the chemical action  
within your water heater. It can  
accumulate in the water heater  
and/or water pipes if hot water has not been used  
for a period of two weeks or longer.  
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent  
the possibility of damage or injury, if you have  
not used hot water for two weeks or more, or  
moved into a residence in which the hot water  
system may not have been used for some time,  
turn on all hot water faucets and allow them to  
run for several minutes before using any  
electrical appliance which is connected to the hot  
water system. This will allow any hydrogen gas  
to escape. Also, since the gas is flammable, do not  
smoke or use an open flame or appliance during  
this process.  
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vicinity of this or any other appliance.  
Load light plastic items so they will not become  
dislodged and drop to the bottom of the  
dishwasherthey might come into contact with  
the heating element and be damaged.  
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.  
SAVE THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
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HOW TO OPERATE THE DISHWASHER  
PREWASH  
WASH  
RINSE  
DRY  
NORMAL WASH  
POTS & PANS  
RINSE & HOLD  
FILL  
RINSE  
AID  
ON  
OFF  
DELAY  
START  
POTS  
HI  
& PANS  
TEMP  
CHINA & CRYSTAL  
RINSE & DRY  
Monogram.  
Features and appearance may vary slightly.  
STEP 1. Load your dishwasher. See Loading section.  
The machine will start automatically at the correct time.  
To stop the dishwasher, press the ON/OFF button. Go to  
Step 7.  
STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser.  
(See Detergent Guide.) For best results use your rinse  
agent at all times. Not only will it help prevent spotting  
and provide optimum drying results, but your rinse agent  
rinses the tub and inner door of your dishwasher which  
will give it a polished look. See the Rinse Agent section.  
STEP 3. The wash arms must be free to move and should  
not be blocked by an item extending into them.  
STEP 4. Latch the door.  
STEP 5. Push the Cycle Selector dial so that it is  
extended. Turn the dial to the cycle you desire by lining  
up the white line on the dial with the Cycle Indicator on  
the control panel. Press the corresponding Cycle Selector  
button if needed or if an option is desired.  
• POTS & PANS—For items such as pots, pans and  
casseroles with dried-on or baked-on soils. Everyday  
dishes may be included. Burned-on food and food  
burned black should be presoaked and scoured. The  
dishwasher cannot remove burned-on food.  
Press POTS & PANS button; then select POTS & PANS  
on Cycle Selector dial; press ON button. You may also  
select HI TEMP to get extra cleaning in this cycle.  
• NORMAL WASH—For loads of everyday dishes,  
glasses and cookware with medium soils. Designed to  
yield high performance on normal soils. You can also  
select HI TEMP to get extra cleaning in this cycle.  
• RINSE & DRY—Rinses and dries dusty dishes that are  
already washed. Do not use detergent.  
• CHINA & CRYSTAL—For lightly soiled china  
and crystal.  
• If You Do Not Wish to Use DELAY START, continue  
turning the Cycle Selector dial until the green line on the  
dial lines up with the cycle indicator on the control panel,  
then go to Step 6.  
• If You Wish to Use DELAY START, you can delay the  
start of a wash cycle for up to 9 hours. Press the ON/OFF  
button to light up the Delay Start indicator. Tap the Delay  
Start pad to choose the amount of hours you want to  
delay the start of the cycle. Turn the Cycle Selector dial  
until the green line on the dial lines up with the cycle  
indicator on the control panel.  
• RINSE & HOLD—For rinsing partial loads which will  
be washed later. Do not use detergent.  
STEP 6. To start the dishwasher, press the ON/OFF  
button. To stop the dishwasher press the ON/OFF button.  
STEP 7. The dishwasher cycle is complete when the DRY  
light goes out. Clean the filter.  
Cycle Phase Lights  
Fill Rinse Aid Light  
These lights tell you what stage the machine is in.  
Indicates rinse aid agent needs to be added to the machine.  
Drying  
To Interrupt a Cycle  
The dishwasher has an energy efficient wash and dry  
system. The heat energy from the wash cycle is used  
to dry the dishes. After the wash cycle it will take an  
additional 45 minutes for a typical load of dishes to dry.  
Quicker drying can be accomplished by opening the door  
slightly. The use of a rinse agent is recommended. It will  
improve drying and lessen water spotting.  
To interrupt a cycle, press the ON/OFF button. If you’re  
interrupting the cycle during a wash or rinse cycle wait  
until the water noises stop before opening the door. The  
cycle may be resumed by closing the door and pressing  
the ON/OFF button again. As a safety feature the  
dishwasher will automatically turn itself off whenever  
the door is opened. However, if the door is opened  
quickly while in a wash or rinse cycle some water may  
splash out of the dishwasher. For this reason it is  
recommended that the machine always be switched to off  
before opening the door. If you have used the ON/OFF  
button to interrupt the cycle, remember to turn the  
machine back on by pressing ON/OFF.  
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What Happens in Each Cycle  
Wash Cycle  
Time  
Water Use  
Gallons  
Minutes  
Cycles  
(approx.) (approx.)  
Cycle Sequence  
Pre  
90–95  
7.3  
Wash  
Rinse  
Rinse  
Rinse  
Rinse  
Rinse  
Rinse  
Dry  
Dry  
Dry  
Dry  
POTS & PANS  
Wash  
Pre  
Wash  
NORMAL WASH  
RINSE & DRY  
Wash  
Wash  
Rinse  
Rinse  
Rinse  
Rinse  
5.7  
4
80–87  
50  
CHINA & CRYSTAL  
RINSE & HOLD  
4.4  
1.8  
53  
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Energy-Saving Tips  
Operate dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the  
If you don’t need your dishes right away, open your  
dishwasher door and they will dry naturally over a  
longer period such as overnight.  
dishes accumulate in dishwasher. When you put in  
only a partial load, use the RINSE & HOLD cycle  
to rinse off heavy soils. Be sure to latch the door  
when waiting for a full load. This helps keep soils  
moist, easier to remove.  
• Always select the cycle that uses the least amount  
of water that will remove the soil from the load.  
Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT Water  
To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot water. To help you get water of the  
proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the  
wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least  
120°F. To prevent dish damage, inlet water should not exceed 150°F.  
How to Test Water Temperature  
Higher water temperature is needed to dissolve grease and activate powder  
detergents.  
Check your water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on  
the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher. Put the thermometer in a glass  
and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops  
rising. If the water temperature is below 120°F, adjust your water heater.  
Helpful Hints  
If outside temperatures are unusually low, or if your  
water travels a long distance from water heater to  
dishwasher, you may need to set your water heater’s  
thermostat up. If you have not used hot water for  
some time, the water in the pipes will be cold. Turn  
on the hot water faucet at the sink and allow it to run  
until the water is hot. Then start the dishwasher.  
If you’ve recently done laundry or run hot water for  
showers, give your water heater time to recover  
before operating the dishwasher.  
To improve washability if the water is less than 120°F  
and you cannot adjust your water heater: Select a  
longer cycle and fill both detergent cups at least half  
full with detergent.  
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Rinse Agent Dispenser Regulator  
How to Use a Rinse Agent  
Your rinse agent reservoir is provided with a regulator.  
This regulator controls the amount of rinse agent  
dispensed.  
It is recommended that a liquid rinse agent be used  
at all times with your dishwasher. Do not use powder  
or solid rinse agents.  
• If water spots appear, it is recommended that  
the regulator be turned to a higher number.  
Your rinse agent has a dual purpose with your  
dishwasher. It makes water flow off dishes quicker  
than usual. This lessens water spotting and makes  
drying faster, too. The rinse agent also serves to rinse  
the tub and the inner door of the dishwasher. Your tub  
and inner door will begin to take on a dull, unpolished  
look if rinse agent is not used.  
• If you see streaks, it is recommended that  
the regulator be turned to a lower number.  
To adjust the dispenser regulator:  
• Open the rinse agent reservoir.  
• Adjust to a higher or lower number as needed.  
• Securely close the rinse agent reservoir.  
For best dishwashing performance, use of a rinse agent  
such as JET-DRY brand is recommended.  
Your dishwasher is equipped with a reservoir for  
storing and dispensing liquid rinse agent.  
If you accidentally spill: Wipe up the rinse agent with  
a damp cloth. Don’t leave the spill in the dishwasher. It  
can keep your detergent from working.  
To fill the rinse agent reservoir:  
If you can’t find any rinse agent, write:  
• Remove the reservoir cap.  
BENCKISER CONSUMER PRODUCTS, INC.  
(“JET-DRY”)  
• Pour the rinse agent into the reservoir until the clear  
level indicator turns completely dark. The reservoir is  
full when the level indicator is dark.  
Corporate Centre 1  
55 Federal Road  
P.O. Box 1991  
Danbury, CT 06813-1991  
• Replace rinse agent reservoir cap. A full reservoir  
will provide enough rinse agent for approximately 30  
washes.  
Rinse Agent Indicator  
On your control panel is the rinse agent indicator.  
This indicator light shows you the level of the  
FILL  
RINSE  
AID  
rinse agent that is in the rinse agent reservoir.  
When the indicator light is illuminated the rinse  
agent reservoir is empty and when this indicator  
light appears dark the rinse agent reservoir is full.  
How to Choose and Use the Right Detergent  
Use only powder or liquid detergent specifically  
made for use in dishwashers. Other types will  
cause oversudsing.  
Too much detergent with soft water not only wastes  
money, it can be harmful. It can cause a permanent  
cloudiness of glassware called ‘‘etching.’’ An outside  
layer of glass is etched away! Of course, this takes  
some time. But why take a chance when it’s easy to  
find out the hardness of your water.  
How much detergent should you use? That depends.  
Is your water ‘‘hard’’ or ‘‘soft’’? With hard water, you  
need extra detergent to get dishes clean. With soft  
water, you need less detergent.  
Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Under the sink  
isn’t a good place to store detergent because there is  
too much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into  
the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes, either.  
(It won’t be fresh OR dry.)  
Your water department can tell you how hard  
your water is. So can your county extension agent  
or your area’s water softener company. Just call and  
ask them how many ‘‘grains’’ of hardness there are  
in your water.  
If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it  
away. Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a  
liquid dishwasher detergent, these precautions are not  
necessary because liquid detergents don’t ‘‘lump’’ as  
they age or come in contact with moisture.  
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Detergent Dispenser  
To open your detergent dispenser cover, press the  
retainer button. The cover will flip back.  
The detergent will be dispensed automatically during  
the wash portion of the cycle.  
Once the cover is open, fill the detergent main cup  
compartment with detergent, as suggested in the guide  
below. Close the cover until it clicks shut.  
If you have a problem closing the cover of the detergent  
dispenser, it is likely due to excess detergent in the area  
where the cover seals. Brush the detergent away from  
the seal area and relatch. If the cover still will not close  
it may be because the machine was stopped in the wash  
portion of the cycle.  
Some cycles will also require the open cup to be  
filled. See the guide below for the suggested amount  
of detergent to use.  
Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid)  
SOFT WATER  
0-3 grains  
MEDIUM WATER  
3-7 grains  
HARD WATER  
7-12 grains*  
CYCLES  
Main Cup  
Open Cup  
Main Cup  
Open Cup  
Main Cup  
Open Cup  
POTS & PANS  
Full  
None  
None  
None  
Full  
Full  
Full  
None  
None  
Full  
Full  
Full  
Full  
Full  
Full  
1
NORMAL WASH  
CHINA & CRYSTAL  
RINSE & DRY  
2
Full  
Full  
1
1
2
2
Full  
Use no detergent  
Use no detergent  
Use no detergent  
Use no detergent  
Use no detergent  
Use no detergent  
RINSE & HOLD  
*12 grains and up is extremely hard water. A water softener is recommended. Without it, lime can build up in the water valve.  
The water valve may stick and flooding could occur.  
NOTE: The above chart is a general guide. Detergent amounts should be adjusted depending on the amount and type of soil until  
satisfactory results are achieved.  
How to Prepare the Dishes for Washing  
If this is your first dishwasher, or if you’re replacing  
a much older model, you may wonder how much  
preparation your dishes need. Actually very little.  
Scrape off bones, seeds, skins, toothpicks and other  
hard solids. Remove excessive quantities of oil  
or grease.  
NOTE: You may also want to consider removing  
foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon  
juice and other foods that can cause discoloration of  
stainless steel if allowed to remain on dishes for a long  
period of time.  
The POTS & PANS cycle can wash heavily soiled dishes  
and remove dried-on and baked-on soils from pots,  
pans and casseroles. Items with burned-on soils need  
extra preparation.  
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER  
Your dishwasher should be loaded so that water can circulate freely and  
reach every part of every item that is to be cleaned. When unloading the  
dishwasher always unload the bottom rack first and then unload the upper  
rack. This sequence of unloading will minimize the chance of water drops  
from the upper rack falling on the dishes in the bottom rack. The silverware  
basket of the dishwasher has a handle to allow easy removal of the basket to  
your silverware drawer for unloading.  
How to Load the Upper Rack  
• The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers.  
Two rows of cups can be washed when using the  
folding shelf. Load the bottom row first, then fold  
down the shelf and load the top row. Cups and  
glasses fit best along the sides. This is the place for  
dishwasher-safe plastics, too. Make sure small  
plastic items are lodged in tightly so they can’t fall  
onto the heating element. Arrange stemware so that  
it cannot move easily. Don’t let the glasses touch  
each other.  
• Saucepans, mixing bowls and other small items  
may be placed—face down—in this upper rack.  
The upper rack is handy for all kinds of odd shapes.  
Upper Rack Height Adjustment  
The upper rack has two adjustable positions. The upper rack may be placed  
in the upper position to provide more room for large items like platters to be  
placed in the bottom rack—or—the upper rack may be placed in the lower  
position to provide additional room for items such as tall glasses to be  
placed in the upper rack.  
To reposition the upper rack:  
1. Empty upper rack and pull it partially out to  
allow access to the latches at the front of the  
roller channels.  
2. Release the latches on both channels, left and  
right, by flipping them towards the outside of  
the dishwasher.  
Channel  
Latch  
3. Pull the upper rack forward until rollers  
are completely free of the channels.  
4. Push channels back into dishwasher until they stop.  
5. Reinsert upper rack.  
6. With rollers within channels, close latches by flipping  
them closer toward the center of the dishwasher.  
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How to Load the Bottom Rack  
• Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load  
platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners  
or in the back.  
• Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be  
loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler  
pans and racks along the edge. Shallow items may  
be angled provided the lower side does not shield  
the soiled surface inside from the water.  
• Put flatware in the removable  
basket with fork and knife  
handles up to protect your  
hands. Place spoons in the  
basket with handles down.  
Mix knives, forks and spoons  
so they don’t nest together.  
Distribute evenly.  
Don’t let any  
item extend  
through bottom  
Customizing Your Bottom Rack  
The bottom rack is designed so you may easily rearrange its parts for different  
heights, angles and sizes of your dishware. NOTE: You can only use two  
removable racks in the bottom rack at one time.  
SILVERWARE  
BASKET  
REMOVABLE CHINA RACK  
BOTTOM RACK  
FOR EASY PLACING OF CHINA.  
2 REMOVABLE RACKS WITH  
PINS FOR EASY PLACING OF  
POTS, PANS, PLATES, ETC.  
PLACE IN RIGHT HAND SIDE  
OF BOTTOM RACK ONLY.  
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WHAT YOU CAN USUALLY WASH SAFELY  
IN YOUR DISHWASHER  
Usually  
Material  
Safe  
Exceptions (not safe)  
Special Instructions  
Aluminum  
YES  
Some colored anodized  
aluminum can fade.  
Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by  
scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads.  
China/  
Stoneware  
YES  
Antique, metal-trimmed,  
hand-painted or over-the-glaze  
patterns fade. Gold leaf  
will discolor.  
If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash  
one piece daily for at least a month. Compare with the  
rest of the set.  
Crystal  
YES  
NO  
Antique, metal-trimmed or  
hand-painted patterns fade.  
Gold leaf will discolor.  
Load securely to prevent movement. Select CHINA & CRYSTAL  
cycle. Check your manufacturer’s instructions for your crystal.  
Non-dishwasher  
items—such  
as electronic  
air cleaner  
Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher  
and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result.  
filters, furnace  
filters, paint  
brushes, etc.  
Glass  
Iron  
YES  
NO  
Milk glass may yellow.  
Iron will rust.  
Pewter  
Plastics  
NO  
Pewter tarnishes.  
YES  
If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in  
the top rack before dishwashing an entire set.  
Stainless steel  
YES  
YES  
Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acidic foods  
can stain if left on.  
Sterling silver  
and silver plate  
Don’t put in same silverware  
basket with stainless steel.  
Contact between metals can  
damage silver.  
Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acidic foods can  
stain if left on. Dry detergent can cause difficult-to-remove  
black spots. Place in back section of silverware basket to  
avoid exposure to detergent from the detergent cup.  
Don’t wash copper utensils in  
the same load. Silver may get a  
brown film.  
Adhesive used to attach some  
hollow-handle knives can loosen.  
Non-stick  
coatings  
YES  
After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with  
vegetable oil to keep it from losing its non-stick quality.  
Tin  
NO  
NO  
Tin can rust.  
Wood  
Wood can warp, crack or lose  
its finish with any type of washing.  
Forget a Dish? Here’s When You Can Add It  
Add dishes any time during the wash cycle.  
See the Operating section, for easy instructions.  
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CARE AND CLEANING  
Clean the outer surface and door jambs with a  
The inside usually takes care of itself. Keeping  
your rinse agent dispenser filled all the time will give  
the tub and inner door of your dishwasher a polished  
appearance.  
lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not  
use abrasives or sharp objects, they can damage  
the dishwasher.  
Not Using Your Dishwasher in Winter? Protect Against Freezing  
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place  
during the winter, ask a service technician to:  
• Drain water from the inlet line and water valve.  
(Use a pan to catch the water.)  
• Cut off electric power to the dishwasher.  
Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker.  
• Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve.  
• Pour 1 cup non-toxic antifreeze into the sump.  
(Non-toxic antifreeze available at recreational  
vehicle stores.)  
• Turn off the water supply.  
• Disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve.  
Built-in Dishwashers Often Use an Air Gap. Keep It Clean  
An air gap is a plumbing device.  
If you have an air gap, check it at  
least once a month. IT IS NOT  
PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER.  
IT IS NOT COVERED IN YOUR  
WARRANTY.  
It protects your dishwasher against  
water backing up into it if a drain  
clogs. The air gap is not a part of  
the dishwasher. And you may not  
even have one. Not all plumbing  
codes require air gaps.  
TWO TYPES OF AIR GAPS  
The air gap is easy to clean.  
With most types, first turn off the  
dishwasher, then lift off the chrome  
cover. Then unscrew the plastic cap  
and check for any buildup of grit.  
A toothpick makes cleaning easy.  
Check the air gap any time your  
dishwasher isn’t draining well.  
Keeping Your Dishwasher Filters Clean  
Your dishwasher has a filter system comprised of a  
central filter and a microfilter. At the end of each wash,  
remove the filter from the bottom of the dishwasher and  
make sure it is clean.  
Remove the microfilter  
by pulling it down  
away from the center  
filter assembly. Then  
press the tabs on the  
inner filter and remove  
it also. Clean all filter  
parts with water and a  
stiff bristled brush.  
To check to see if the filter is  
clogged or dirty, first remove  
the lower wash arm by lifting  
it up and off. Turn the center  
filter assembly handle  
counterclockwise and pull out.  
To replace, line up the dome on  
the tube, press down and lock  
into place by turning clockwise.  
Replace the wash arm.  
Dome  
Tube  
Keeping Your Dishwasher Wash Arms Clean  
The wash arms should be checked on a regular basis to  
assure that the spray orifices are clear and unobstructed.  
If wash arms require cleaning they are easily removable.  
The lower wash arm can be removed by pulling upwards.  
The upper wash arm is held in position by a knurled nut.  
Clean with water and a stiff bristled brush and replace.  
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QUESTIONS?  
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
CYCLE PHASE  
LIGHTS DON’T  
COME ON  
A fuse in your home may be blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or  
reset circuit breaker.  
DISHWASHER  
DOESN’T START  
• Dishwasher door may not be closed securely. Close door until you hear it click.  
• Turn dishwasher on.  
• Cycle not selected. Turn to desired cycle.  
DISHES NOT CLEAN  
• Spray arms blocked. Check for free rotation of both upper and lower arms.  
• Water inlet temperature too low. Maintain at least 120°F inlet temperature.  
• Not enough detergent used. Check usage recommendation in Detergent Guide.  
• Drain blocked or filter clogged. Check filters in bottom of machine and at water  
inlet and clear as required. Check drain air gap on sink or wall and check drain  
outlet. Clean or repair as required.  
• Clogged nozzles in wash arm. Clean as described in Care and Cleaning section.  
• Wrong cycle selected. Try longer cycle.  
WATER NOT  
PUMPED FROM  
DISHWASHER  
Kink in drain hose. Filters clogged. Drain pipe clogged. See Care and Cleaning section.  
If problem is in sink or drain, you may need a plumber.  
UNUSUAL NOISES  
DISHES DON’T DRY  
Dishes or utensils being struck by water or spray arm. Rearrange dishes.  
• Make sure inlet water temperature is correct. See How to Test Water Temperature  
section.  
• Unload the bottom rack first. Water from dishes in the upper rack may be spilling  
into the bottom rack.  
• Check for improper loading. Dishes shouldn’t nest together. Avoid overloading.  
• Check the rinse aid agent dispenser to see that it’s not empty.  
• The use of a rinse agent will improve drying performance.  
• Dishes will dry faster if you open the door slightly.  
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PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
Spotting can be caused by all these things:  
SPOTS AND  
FILMING ON  
GLASSES AND  
FLATWARE  
Extremely hard water. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.)  
Low inlet water temperature. (See How to Test Water Temperature section.)  
Overloading the dishwasher.  
Improper loading. (See Loading section.)  
Old or damp powder detergent.  
Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.)  
Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See How to Use Rinse Agent section.)  
Too little detergent. (See How to Choose and Use Detergent section.)  
Local water conditions and personal preferences vary. Try several brands of detergent  
to find one that gives the best results for you. A liquid dishwasher detergent may help  
reduce filming.  
YELLOW OR  
BROWN FILM  
Tea or coffee can stain cups. Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of 1/2 cup  
bleach and 3 cups warm water.  
An overall yellow or brown film on dishes or glassware can be caused by iron deposits  
in water. A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this  
problem. Your water softener company can tell you about the filter.  
Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load.  
Silver polish will usually remove this stain.  
SPRAY ARMS  
DO NOT ROTATE  
FREELY  
Remove spray arms and clean.  
If you need more help…call, toll free:  
GE Answer Center®  
800.626.2000  
consumer information service  
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Well Be There  
With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever  
need information or assistance from GE, well be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!  
GE Answer Center®  
800.626.2000  
Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer  
Center® information service is available to help. Your call—and your  
questionwill be answered promptly and courteously. And you can call any  
time. GE Answer Center® service is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
In-Home Repair Service  
800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)  
A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,  
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer Service  
company-operated locations offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your  
convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).  
Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out—so most  
repairs can be handled in just one visit.  
For Customers With Special Needs…  
2’  6"  
TBXTOLITE  
ON WALL  
SINGLE CONTROL  
FAUCET  
800.626.2000  
6’  10"  
8"  
5"  
6"  
5"  
7"  
1’ 0"  
Upon request, GE will provide  
Braille controls for a variety of  
Monogram appliances, and a  
brochure to assist in planning a  
barrier-free kitchen for persons  
with limited mobility. To obtain  
these items, free of charge, call  
800.626.2000.  
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have  
access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may  
call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request  
information or service.  
1/8  
3’   "  
FLUORESCENT  
FIXTURE  
THIS LIGHT CAN  
BE INSTALLED  
IN BOTTOM OF  
WALL CABINETS  
2’  10"  
SECTION A-A  
R SHALLOW DEPTH SINKS (6") WITH REAR DRAIN.  
    SINK SHOULD ALSO BE UNDERCOATED  
SCALE 1’ 1"  
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Service Contracts  
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  
800-626-2002  
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances  
can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home.  
The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000  
parts…and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully  
warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards  
are accepted.  
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.  
Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified  
service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since  
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.  
 
Staple sales slip or cancelled check  
here. Proof of original purchase date  
is needed to obtain service  
under warranty.  
YOUR MONOGRAM DISHWASHER  
WARRANTY  
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR RACK  
WARRANTY  
WHAT IS COVERED  
*******************************  
For five years from date of original  
purchase, we will provide, free of  
charge, replacement parts for any  
This warranty is extended to  
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
the original purchaser and any  
succeeding owner for products  
purchased for ordinary home use in  
the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and  
Washington, D.C. In Alaska the  
warranty is the same except that it is  
LIMITED because you must pay to  
ship the product to the service shop  
or for the service technician’s travel  
costs to your home.  
For one year from date of original  
purchase, we will provide, free of  
charge, parts and service labor in  
your home to repair or replace any  
part of the dishwasher that fails  
because of a manufacturing defect.  
rack that rusts because of a  
manufacturing defect  
You pay for the service trip to your  
home and service labor charges.  
LIMITED SECOND-YEAR PARTS  
WARRANTY  
FULL TWENTY-YEAR TUB/DOOR  
LINER WARRANTY  
For the second year from date of  
original purchase, we will provide,  
free of charge, replacement parts for  
any part of the dishwasher that fails  
because of a manufacturing defect.  
You pay for the service trip to your  
home and service labor charges.  
For twenty years from date of original  
purchase, we will provide, free of  
charge, parts and service labor in  
your home to repair or replace the  
stainless steel tub or door liner if  
it fails to contain water because of a  
manufacturing defect.  
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-GE-CARES  
(800-432-2737).  
• Service trips to your home to teach  
you how to use the product.  
adequate electrical, plumbing, and  
other connecting facilities.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
Read your Use and Care material.  
If you then have any questions  
about operating the product, please  
contact your dealer or our  
Consumer Affairs office at the  
address below, or call, toll free:  
GE Answer Center®  
• Replacement of house fuses or  
resetting of circuit breakers.  
• Cleaning or servicing of air gap  
device in drain line.  
• Failure of the product if it is used for  
other than its intended purpose or  
used commercially.  
800.626.2000  
consumer information service  
• Damage to product caused by  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
• Improper installation.  
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE  
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
If you have an installation problem,  
contact your dealer or installer. You  
are responsible for providing  
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 consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company  
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:  
ManagerConsumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225  
 
I95900116.00  
Pub. No. 49-5714  
Part No. 165D4700P058  
12-95 CG  
TM  
Monogram.  
Printed in Italy  
General Electric Company  
Louisville, KY 40225  
 

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