Monogram dishwasher’s superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come. The ZBD3500 Monogram dishwasher was designed to provide the flexibility to blend in with your kitchen cabinetry. Its sleek design can be beautifully integrated into the kitchen.
You’ll find them on a label fastened to the tub wall just inside the dishwasher door. These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your dishwasher. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here: Model Number Serial Number If you received a damaged dishwasher…...
• 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.
• Operate the dishwasher only when it’s full. Let the dishes accumulate in the 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 to keep soils moist, easier to remove.
It also remembers your last cycle so you don’t have to reprogram each time. See Shortcut section. Information displayed: • Load Selectios • Options • When the dishwasher is sensing the amount of soil in the load. • Cycle phase, such as WASHING, RINSING or DRYING AUTO CHINA...
To change a cycle after washing starts, touch the RESET pad to cancel cycle. After water is pumped out and motor stops, you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher. LOCK See page 6 on how to use this valuable feature. (continued next page)
RESET DELAY The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don’t have to reprogram each time. How to lock dishwasher controls to prevent use by children Your dishwasher has a locking feature. When the LOCK pad is touched twice within 3 seconds, all pads become LOCK inoperative.
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ENERGY SAVER Displayed when ENERGY SAVER DRY is selected. SENSING SOIL LEVEL Displayed when the dishwasher is determining the amount of soil in the load and calculating the amount of wash time needed. LO — — — — HI Shows the amount of soil in the load from LO (one bar lighted) to HI (all four SOIL LEVEL bars lighted).
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HOLD cycle is completed, add detergent and reset the load for the washing cycle you want. B) If the detergent cup is closed and the dishwasher was set for the NORMAL, POTS PANS or CHINA CRYSTAL cycle, reset the dishwasher for the wash cycle you want.
The temperature sensor needs to be replaced. Call for service. NOTE: You may continue to use your dishwasher. For best results adjust your household water heater thermostat to 140°F. • Check the guide for things you can do to correct the problem.
It has an exclusive Soil Sensor System that measures the amount of soil in the load. After the soil is measured the dishwasher decides the length of the Main Wash cycle and the number of rinses needed.
So try to load everything at the beginning. 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.
The water valve may stick while open and cause flooding. 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.
Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down. NOTE: • Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over two fingers when possible. • Make sure when loading, that small plastic items are secured, so they can’t fall onto the heating element.
HOW TO LOAD YOUR DISHWASHER Lower Rack NOTE: When loading the lower rack, do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner. They may prevent detergent from circulating in the wash cycle. Silverware Basket NOTE: Don’t place the silverware basket in the front right corner because the detergent could pour into it and damage silverware.
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Do not wash in dishwasher. Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result. If it doesn’t say DISHWASHER SAFE, test one piece in the top rack before dishwashing an entire set. Rinse if not washing immediately. Salty or acidic foods can stain if left on.
The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. Do not use scouring pads, or harsh or gritty cleaners. 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: •...
WOOD PANEL TRIM KITS Wood Panel Trim Kits Wood panel trim kits contain trim and instructions for adding a decorative wood door panel and lower access panel to match your kitchen cabinets. Specify the trim of your choice from the following options: GPF45—1/4 Panel Trim Kit GPF46—3/4 Panel Trim Kit...
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2. DO NOT ADD DETERGENT. 3. Select POTS PANS cycle and ENERGY SAVER DRY off. 4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run until the time remaining in the cycle appears in the display. 5. Then open the door and pour 1/4 cup of citric acid crystals into the bottom of the dishwasher.
2. DO NOT ADD DETERGENT. 3. Select POTS PANS cycle and ENERGY SAVER DRY off. 4. Start the dishwasher and allow to run until the time remaining in the cycle appears in the display. 5. Then open the door and pour 2 cups (500ml) of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher.
(See Care and Cleaning section.) Check the kitchen sink. Is it draining well? You may need a plumber. If dishwasher drains into a disposer, run the disposer to clear. Be sure the disposer is not clogged.
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MOTOR HUMS Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis. If you do not use your dishwasher often set it to fill and pump out once every week. This will help keep the seal moist, and the garbage disposer clear.
With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need information or assistance from GE, we’ll 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 ®...
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.
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Monogram. General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 Pub. No. 49-5756 Part No. 165D4700P101 11-95 CG Printed in Louisville, KY...
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