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1. Product Model No Serial No Dishwasher Ms Mrs Miss First Last Name Name Street Address a Apt Zip City ae ee E SE AE S E E E N State a Code Date Placed In Use Phone Month a Day Year Number La a 7 La a B ea a Monogram General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 TAPE CLOSED Monogram General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 a2 WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase WHAT IS NOT COVERED Warranty for customers in Canada Dishwasher YOUR MONOGRAM DISHWASHER WARRANTY Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty ONE YEAR Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part Second Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this second year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs Five Years The dishwasher rack if it should rust or the electronic control module if it should fail due toa defect in materials or workmanship During this five year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs Twenty Years The PermaTuf tub or doo2. Twenty Years The PermaTuf tub or door liner if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this full twenty year 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 products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Alaska Hawaii and Washington D C 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 Service trips to your home to teach you howto Failure of the product if it is abused misused use the product or used for other than the intended purposed or used commercially Read your Use and Care material Damage to product caused by accident fire If you then have any questions about operatin 7 yd P 5 floods or acts of God the product please contact your dealer or our Customer Relations office at the address below Incidental or consequential damage to or call toll free personal property caused by possible defects GE Answer Center with this appliance 800 626 2000 Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in consumer information service the drain line Improper installation WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR Replacement of hous
3. glassware Black or gray marks on dishes Yellow or brown film on inside surfaces White film on inside surfaces Dishes don t dry Control panel responded to inputs but dishwasher never filled with water Dishwasher won t run Steam Before You Call For Service POSSIBLE CAUSE Combination of soft water and too much detergent Water temperature entering the dishwasher exceeds 150 F Aluminum utensils have rubbed against dishes Tea or coffee stains An overall yellow or brown film can be caused by iron deposits in water Hard water minerals Low inlet water temperature Rinse agent dispenser is empty Door latch may not be properly seated Fuse is blown or the circuit breaker tripped This is normal Dishwasher WHAT TO DO This is called etching and is permanent To prevent this from happening use less detergent if you have soft water Wash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean Lower the water heater temperature Remove marks with a mild abrasive cleaner Remove the stain by hand using a solution of 1 2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water AWARNING Before cleaning interior wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down Failure to do so can result in burns A special filter in the water supply line is the only way to correct this problem Contact a water softener company To clean the interior apply dishwas
4. Wood Panel Trim Kit 3 4 Trimless Panel Kit Door panels Replacement door panels and lower access panels are available in Stainless Steel Order GPF400S NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with the stainless steel panel and must be installed with it Wood panel trim kit This accessory contains trim and instructions for you to supply and install a 1A thick decorative wood door and lower access panel GPF425B Black GPF425W White NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit must also be ordered and installed when the door panel weighs four lbs or more Trimless panel kit This accessory contains parts and instructions for you to supply and install a 3 4 thick decorative wood door and lower access panel GPF475 NOTE The GPF100 dishwasher door spring kit will be included with the trimless panel kit and must be installed with it Optional Accessories Dishwasher These accessories are available at extra cost Visa MasterCard or Discover cards accepted by calling in the USA 800 626 2002 In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 Specify accessory number when ordering Control Panel Protect Against Freezing The Air Gap Caring for GPF400S Optional ACCeSSOrY To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly To clean the exterior use a good appliance polish wax Never use sharp objects scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any par
5. any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Aepoy rew JULAOCWIY UOHV Sisdy Ariys1suMEG ponpo g Jaumsuor sagueljddy 79 General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 34070 Louisville KY 40232 4070 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us We are proud to have you as a customer Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the After completing this registration write your model and serial numbers in this guide You will need this information should you require service The service Read your Use and Care Guide carefully It will help you operate your new appliance properly If you have questions or need more information in the USA call the unlikely event of a number in the USA GE Answer Center safety modification 800 444 1845 In Canada 800 626 2000 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 call 1 888 880 3030 Important To ensure that your product is registered mail the separate product registration card If the separate card is missing fold and mail this form No envelope is needed
6. pump out once every week This will help keep the seal moist and the garbage disposer clear Reposition the dishes Open the door and press the START RESET pad three times within two seconds The detergent cup will trip A small amount of clean water around the outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated If you have an air gap clean it Check to see if your kitchen sink is draining well If not you may need a plumber If the dishwasher drains into a disposer run disposer clear Use only automatic dishwasher detergents to avoid sudsing To remove suds from the tub open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub Close the door until it locks into place Pump out water by pressing START RESET then immediately press START RESET again Repeat if necessary Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately Questions Use this problem solver PROBLEM Stained tub interior Dishes and flatware not clean Spots and filming on glasses and flatware POSSIBLE CAUSE Detergent with colorant was used Some tomato based foods can stain Inlet water temperature is below 120 F Water pressure is temporarily low Air gap is clogged Improper rack loading Extremely hard water Low inlet water temperature Overloading the dishwasher Improper loading Old or damp powder detergent Ri
7. GE Monogram Use and Care Guide Dishwasher ZBD3500 ZBD3540 ZBD3900 Introduction Contents Consumer Information Dishwasher 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 attention to detail or for all of these reasons you ll find that your Monogram dishwasher s superior blend of form and function will delight you for years to come The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your dishwasher properly For a listing of dealers or if you have other questions in the USA call the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 Appliance Registration 6 0 0 0 4 gad oer end 3 23 Carcand Cleanine seris es sitiar ret ieri 15 Consumer Services 00e000 3 20 Model and Serial Number Location 3 Operating Instructions 26 54 60605 e985 6 13 Control Panel sis 0 s46 40048 i664 0 aos 6 7 Display Lights 32 25 s0gses Gees caer e seca 8 CUCANDCUSOL o4oeae4c ex 60 4 arse es bee neko 9 Water Temperature ssressrrsrrenterisas 10 a ER E E E 10 Dishwasher Door 0000005 10 Adding a Forgotten Dish to Wash Cycle 10 DOENE cersreerse tada iarri pe 11 Dishwasher Racks 12 13 Optional Accessories 24 cack eine shtee uta 14 Problem SOlyEr sogeyonsbccrucudnes sos 16 18 Safety MMSUUCHONS nose
8. acdc kecmse seins 4 5 Canada Warranty st sannane ou ees paws 23 USA Waid seran cones oees 24 Before USING your dishwasher Write down the model F serial numbers If you received a damaged dishwasher Save time cP money Ifyou need service Read this guide carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions You can find the model and serial numbers on the tub wall just inside the door These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card packed separately with your dishwasher Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the dishwasher Before you request service check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide To obtain service see the Consumer Services page in the back of this guide We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help 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 write all the details including your phone number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 If you don t understand something or need more help call in the USA GE Ans
9. amp HOLD cycle LOCK When the LOCK pad is touched twice within 3 seconds all pads become inoperative You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made Or you can lock the controls after you have started a cycle or selected DELAY START so the cycle or DELAY START is not interrupted Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by touching pads with this option selected To unlock the dishwasher after it has been locked touch the LOCK pad twice within 3 seconds The light above the LOCK pad will be off DELAY START You can delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 8 hours Press and hold the DELAY START pad to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle The machine will count down and start automatically at the correct time NOTE If you forget to lock the door a reminder signal will beep until you do so RESET To change a cycle after washing starts touch the START RESET pad to cancel the cycle After water is pumped out and motor stops you can reprogram and restart the dishwasher 4 Start Close the door until it locks into place and touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle There is a time delay between start up and water fill so you will not hear any wash action right away The cycle is complete when the light is ONnext to the word CLEAN in the STATUS display NOTE The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don t have to reprogram each time When the dishwasher is loaded an
10. 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 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 To increase the flexibility of the lower rack the silverware basket may be split Grasp the basket at opposite corners and slide apart The basket sections should be placed in the lower rack by hanging them on the top hoop Don t let any item extend through bottom A cover can be lowered to either side to secure lightweight items from the effects of the vigorous wash action The accessory basket can hold small items such as baby bottle nipples plastic lids corn cob holders etc It can hang from the top hoop of the upper rack along the right side or it can also hang on the right or left side of the lower rack When hanging the accessory basket on the right side in the upper rack make sure the top is closed and nothing is sticking out DAD T ACA SOR CSS Pit OF q LID n JE N al i D Change the Dishwasher s Appearance Descriptions of Optional Accessories 14 You can change the door and lower access panel appearance of your dishwasher except model ZBD3900 by ordering one of these optional accessories Stainless Steel Panels 1A
11. 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 Camco Inc If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B E1C 9M3 23 WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase WHAT IS NOT COVERED 24 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 ONE YEAR Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part Second Year Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this second year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs Five Years The dishwasher rack if it should rust or the electronic control module if it should fail due toa defect in materials or workmanship During this five year limited warranty you will be responsible for any labor or in home service costs
12. d door latch is in the locked position the control panel lights will be on and display the last settings you selected If you don t want to change any of the settings simply touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle Also if a power failure occurs NORMAL and HEATED DRY will automatically be programmed Make any new selections and touch the START RESET pad to begin the cycle Flashing Display Lights Dishwasher System Lights What It Means What To Do i STATUS CLEANSENSOR Error If the sensing light does not come on at the beginning of the NORMAL NSING or POTS PANS cycle the CLEANSENSOR is not working Call for service WASHING The dishwasher will continue to work without the CLEANSENSOR 8 rinsing NOTE This light will not stay on the entire cycle 8 DRYING 8 clean STATUS START RESET pad Allow dishwasher to drain and reset before selecting a new cycle i SENSING has been pressed ASHING i RINSING 8 pavinc cean STATUS Control Error Press the START RESET pad to turn off the beeper But the 6 seNsING rinsing light will continue to flash If this continues call for service WASHING 3 Kansinc DRYING can PLUS A BEEPING SOUND STATUS Control Error Press the START RESET pad to turn off the beeper and the 6 seNsinc dishwasher will attempt to reset Then restart the wash cycle 8 washing If this error continues call for service 8 rinsing RYING CLEAN PLUS A BEEPING SOUND The CleanSensor D
13. e fuses or resetting of CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES circuit breakers 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 Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 Part No 165D4700P156 Rev 2 Pub No 49 5824 2 10 98 CG JR Printed in Louisville KY
14. emains ONuntil door is opened The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which LOAD SELECTION has been selected NORMAL POTS PANS CHINA CRYSTAL GLASSES RINSE amp HOLD For loads of everyday dishes glasses and cookware with medium soils For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried on or baked on soils Everyday dishes may be included This cycle will not remove burned on foods For lightly soiled china and crystal For loads of glassware Especially good to reduce spotting and filming For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later Do not use detergent with this cycle 3 Options The light above the selected pad will be ON to indicate which OPTION has been selected POWER For use with heavily soiled and or dried on baked on soils This option PRESOAK MUST be selected PRIOR to starting the cycle This option adds 16 minutes to the cycle time HI TEMP RINSE Turns on the heater in all prerinse and final rinse cycles to help prevent spotting on dishware This option may be turned ONor OFF during the wash cycle HEATED DRY Shuts off the drying heat options Dishes air dry naturally and energy is OFF saved You can prop the door open after the light goes ONnext to the word CLEAN which appears in the STATUS display for faster drying HEATED DRY Turns the heater on for fast drying This cycle will extend the time ON to your wash cycle by 30 minutes NOTE Cannot be selected with RINSE
15. ent spills wipe it up immediately It can keep your detergent from working 1 The door must be closed and locked into place to selecta LOAD SELECTION or an OPTION 2 If the door is opened during a cycle and left open the dishwasher will beep once every minute until the door is closed and latched into place A forgotten dish can be added any time before the detergent cup opens 1 Push the door latch to the left 2 Do not open the door until the water spray action stops Steam may rise out of the dishwasher 3 Add forgotten dishes 4 Close the door and push the latch to the far right Detergen ts Use only detergent specifically made for use in dishwashers Keep your detergent fresh and dry Don t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you re ready to wash dishes The amount of detergent to use depends on whether your water is hard or soft With hard water you need extra detergent With soft water you need less detergent Protect your dishes and dishwasher by contacting your water department and asking how hard your water is Twelve or more grains is extremely hard water A water softener is recommended Without it lime can build up in the water valve which could stick while open and cause flooding Too much detergent with soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of glassware called etching You ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher All wash cycles requ
16. her 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 Make sure inlet water temperature is correct Select HI TEMP RINSE and or HEATED DRY Option Check the rinse agent dispenser Call for service Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit Try resetting the START RESET pad Steam comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out Notes Dishwasher 19 GE Answer Center In the USA 800 626 2000 In Home Repair Service In the USA 800 444 1845 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 For Customers With Special Needs In the USA 800 626 2000 Service Contracts In the USA 800 626 2224 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 Parts and Accessories In the USA 800 626 2002 In Canada 1 888 880 3030 20 Consumer Services Dishwasher With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance receive the assurance that tf you ever need information or assistance from GE we ll be there All you have to do is call toll free Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance GE Answer Center information service is available to help Your call and your question will be answered promptly and courteously And you can call any time GE Answer Center service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a wee
17. ire detergent in the main cup Wash cycles with two washes will also use the open cup When using automatic dishwashing detergent tabs simply place one tab in the main cup and close Be sure the control panel lights are not lit before adding detergent Otherwise the detergent cup will not close and latch properly Add detergent then close the main cup NOTE To open detergent cup after it has been closed simply turn the detergent cup handle counter clockwise until it releases A snapping sound may be heard 4 oon iw eB Ae QA 0 i Main Cup 1 Upper Rack Wash Tower Lower Rack 12 The upper rack is for glasses cups and saucers Cups and glasses fit best along the sides This is also a secure place for dishwasher safe plastics The cup shelf on some models may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility A wine glass holder on some models secures wine glasses at an angle for best washability Because wine glasses come in various sizes after loading slowly push in the rack to make sure they will clear the top of the dishwasher The upper rack is good for all kinds of odd shaped utensils Saucepans mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down Secure larger dishwasher safe plastics over two fingers when possible Make sure small plastic items are secure so they can t fall onto the heating element Keep the center area clear in the lower rack The wa
18. ishwasher The dishwasher has an exclusive CleanSensor System that measures the amount of soil in the load and determines the number of prewashes needed to clean the dishes CYCLE Normal Normal Normal Pots Pans Pots Pans Pots Pans China Crystal Glasses Rinse amp Hold WATER USAGE TOTAL TIME SOIL LEVEL CYCLE SEQUENCES GALLONS MINUTES seo Belpop A Pome BE as gam p HER Jol AL vm Poo RR Jpop ns manen Povo HE fom ses ae sew Povo ool 9 62 Main Final vim pe EE te Main Final Main Main Final Wash Wash Rinse 4 6 31 mr o s Water Temperature Use Jet Dry Rinse Agent Dishwasher Door Adding a Forgotten Dish 10 Using the dishwasher Dishwasher The entering water must be at least 120 F and not more than 150 F for effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer Turn on the hot water faucet nearest the dishwasher place the thermometer in a glass and let the water run continuously into the glass until the temperature stops rising JET DRY rinse agent removes spots and prevents new film build up on your dishes glasses flatware cookware and plastic Fill the rinse agent dispenser until it reaches the bottom of lip inside the opening Replace the cap To check if rinse agent is needed remove the cap and look into the dispenser A full dispenser should last about one month If rinse ag
19. k In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 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 GE offers Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility 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 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 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 User maintenance instructions contained in this guide cover procedures intended to be performed by
20. l 1 888 880 3030 Sump cover screws Two types of air gaps Check the air gap any time your dishwasher isn t draining well 15 Questions Use this problem solver PROBLEM Control panel lights go off when you re setting the dishwasher Noise Detergent left in dispenser cups Detergent cup lid latched accidentally by user Water standing in the bottom of the tub Water won t pump out of the tub Suds in the tub 16 POSSIBLE CAUSE Time too long between touching of selected pads Some of the sounds you ll hear are normal Utensils are not secure in the rack or something small has dropped into the rack Motor hums Dishes are blocking the detergent cups This is normal Drain is clogged Correct detergent wasn t used Rinse agent was spilled Before You Call For Service Dishwasher WHAT TO DO Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the other controls To relight touch any pad again or unlock and relatch door Soft food disposal shredding action Drain valve opening to pump water out Timer control as cycle progresses Detergent cup opening The motor stopping during the drying period Water draining out of the tub immediately after you touch START RESET pad Make sure everything is secured in dishwasher Dishwasher has not been used on a regular basis If you do not use your dishwasher often set it to filland
21. nse agent dispenser empty Too little detergent WHAT TO DO Some detergents contain colorant pigment or dyes that will discolor the tub interior with extended use Check the detergent cup for signs of any discoloration If cup is discolored change to detergent without any colorant Use of the RINSE amp HOLD cycle on some models after adding the dish to the load can decrease the level of staining Raise the water heater temperature to 120 F Use HI TEMP WASH Turn on a faucet Is water coming out more slowly than usual If so wait until pressure is normal before using your dishwasher Clean the air gap Make sure large dishware does not block the detergent dispenser or the wash arm Use JET DRY rinse agent to remove spots and prevent new film build up To remove stubborn spots from glassware 1 Remove all metal utensils from the dishwasher 2 Do not add detergent 3 Select the POT PANS cycle and HEATED DRY option 4 Start the dishwasher and allow to run for 26 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 17 Questions Use this problem solver 18 PROBLEM Cloudiness on
22. ons before it is used If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with your dishwasher you can receive one by calling us toll free in the USA at the GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 e Connect 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 e Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping or packing material properly e Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing the door of the washing compartment Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance e Do not allow children to play inside on or with this appliance or any discarded appliance If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more 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 which is 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 or u
23. r liner if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials or workmanship During this full twenty year 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 products purchased for ordinary home use in Canada 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 1 888 880 3030 Service trips to your home to teach you how Damage to product caused by accident fire to use the product floods or acts of God Read your Use and Care material Incidental or consequential damage to personal property caused by possible defects If you then have any questions about i r i with this appliance operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Relations office at Cleaning or servicing of the air gap device in the address below or call toll free the drain line 1 888 880 3030 WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR Improper installation CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 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 purposed or used commercially Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
24. se an open flame or appliance during this process PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 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 e 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 WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Guide e Use only powder tabs or liquid detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal e Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries e Do not wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations e Non Dishware Items Do not wash items such as electronic air cleaner filters furnace filters and paint brushes in your dishwasher Damage to dishwasher and discoloration or staining of dishwasher may result e Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use Do not operate your di
25. sh tower rises through the center of the lower rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle A second wash tower is located in the top rack Water from the wash tower in the lower rack shoots up into this wash tower and out the openings at the top When loading items around this wash tower do not block the top openings Don t block it or load tall things next to it Also be careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and cause poor washing results When loading the lower rack do not load large platters or trays in the front right corner They may prevent detergent from circulating during the wash cycle The lower rack is best used for plates saucers and cookware Large items such as broiler pans and racks should go along the sides Load platters pots and bowls along the sides in corners or in the back The soiled side of items should face the center of the rack Fold down fingers provide flexibility for extra large and hard to fit items The fingers may be left in the up position or folded down to customize the lower rack Loading the Racks Dishwasher Silverware Basket Follow these guidelines Jor loading 10 place settings Follow these guidelines Jor loading 12 place settings Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Put flatware in the removable
26. shwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place e Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children Load light plastic items so they will not become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the dishwasher they might come into contact with the heating element and be damaged Read and follow this Safety Information carefully SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 Control Settings STATUS 0 SENSING CleanSensor 8 WASHING 6 RINSING 8 DRYING cLEAN The Status Control Panel Dishwasher LOAD SELECTIONS OPTIONS B B 8 6 8 8 248 START pots CHINA RINSE POWER HITEMP HEATED LOCK DELAY LI PANS CRYSTAL amp HOLD PRESOAK RINSE pry 2 S START RESET The Status display tells you what s happening while the dishwasher is in operation and also any malfunctions if they occur The lights will come ON indicating the sequence of operation the dishwasher is in SENSING WASHING RINSING DRYING CLEAN Load Selections Displayed during periods using CLEANSENSOR technology to measure the amount of soil in the load and decide if another prewash is needed Displayed during prewash and main wash periods Displayed during rinse periods Displayed during HEATED DRY Displayed when cycle is complete Light r
27. t of the dishwasher If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter ask a service technician to 1 Cut off electrical power to the dishwasher Remove fuses or trip circuit breaker 2 Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet line from the water valve 3 Drain water from the water inlet line and water valve Use a pan to catch the water 4 Reconnect the water inlet line to the water valve 5 Remove the plastic sump cover in the tub bottom and use a sponge to soak up water in the rubber boot An air gap protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs The air gap is nota 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 Unscrew the plastic cap and clean with a toothpick The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth You can order Stainless Steel Magic WX10X15 through GE Parts in the USA by calling 800 626 2002 In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 Care and Cleaning Dishwasher The stainless steel control panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product using a clean soft cloth You can order Stainless Steel Magic WX10X15 through GE Parts in the USA by calling 800 626 2002 In Canada cal
28. wer Center 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Canada call 1 888 880 3030 Before sending in this card please write these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your dishwasher It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 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 details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations Camco Inc 1 Factory Lane Suite 310 Moncton N B ELC 9M3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING For your safety the information in this guide must be followed to minimize the risk of fire explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life e Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructi
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