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GE Monogram ZBD3500 manual

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    M on ogram. U se and Care Guide for ZBD3500 Dishwasher 1995 M on ogram. TM Dishwasher[...]

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    2 Befor e using your dishwasher , read this book car efully . It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly . Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Introdu[...]

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    3 W rite down the model and serial numbers. Y ou’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: If you received a damaged dishwasher… Immedi[...]

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    IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions befor e using this appliance. W ARNING — When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: • 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 reco[...]

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    5 ENERGY -SA VING TIPS • 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. • If you don’t need your dishes [...]

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    OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS SENSING CLEAN HI LO POTS PANS AUTO CHINA NORMAL SOIL LEVEL ADD RINSE AID LOCKED WASHING TEMP WATER HEATED RINSING HR. ENERGYSAVER DRY AIR DRYING RESET DELAY LOAD SELECTION NORMAL POTS PANS CHINA CRYSTAL RINSE HOLD OPTIONS ENERGY SAVER DRY DELAY START RESET LOCK START Select Cycle/Option Befor e you Begin St[...]

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    Operating Instructions 7 Load Selection Descriptions NORMAL For loads of everyday dishes, glasses and cookware with medium soils. Designed to yield high performance on average soils. NOTE: Many dishes have lighter soil than normal. Choosing a cycle other than NORMAL W ASH will save water . POTS P ANS For heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried[...]

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    OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Dishwashing shortcut The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don’t have to reprogram each time. When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is moved to the ON position, the control panel will display the last settings you selected. If you don’t want to change any of the settings, simply touch ST [...]

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    9 THE DISPLA Y TELLS YOU WHA T’S HAPPENING DISPLA Y WHA T IT MEANS AUTO NORMAL NORMAL cycle has been selected. AUTO POTS P ANS POTS P ANS cycle has been selected. AUTO CHINA CHINA CR YST AL cycle has been selected. RINSE RINSE HOLD cycle has been selected. HEA TED DR Y Displayed when ENERGY SA VER DR Y is not selected. ENERGY SA VER Displayed whe[...]

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    DISPLA Y WHA T IT MEANS WHA T T O DO Electrical power to the dishwasher IF DISHW ASHER W AS IN USE WHEN THE POWER has been interrupted but is now F AILURE OCCURRED: back on. 1. Press the RESET pad and wait approximately 30 seconds. RESET 2. Unlatch and open the door . A) If the detergent cup is open and empty and the dishwasher was set for the NORM[...]

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    DISPLA Y WHA T IT MEANS WHA T T O DO This can be caused by either of these reasons: Not enough water is entering the Unlatch the door . If there is no water in the bottom of the dishwasher . dishwasher , check the water supply to the dishwasher . • Is the dishwasher water supply turned on? (V alve usually located under the sink.) or • Is the ho[...]

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    12 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Y our new dishwasher automatically decides the best way to get your dishes clean using the least amount of water and energy . 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 W ash cycle and the number [...]

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    13 T o get dishes clean and dry , you need hot water . For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120 ° F . T o prevent dish damage, inlet water shou ld not ex ceed 150 ° F. Good Dishwashing Starts with HOT W ater How to T est W ater T emperature Check your water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer . T urn on the ho[...]

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    OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Detergent Usage Guide (powder or liquid) SOFT W A TER MEDIUM W A TER HARD W A TER (0-3 grains hardness) (3-7 grains) (7-12 grains*) CYCLES Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup Open Cup Main Cup‡ Open Cup‡ NORMAL Completely Completely Completely POTS P ANS Half Full Half Full Full Half Full Full Full CHINA CR YST AL Hal[...]

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    HOW T O LOAD YOUR DISHW ASHER 15 For best dishwashing results follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. The upper rack is best for glasses, cups and saucers. Cups and glasses fit best along the sides. This is also a secure place for dishwasher-safe plastics. A cup shelf (on so[...]

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    16 HOW T O LOAD YOUR DISHW ASHER (continued) 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. 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 platt[...]

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    Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum YES Some colored anodized Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/ YES Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the manufacturer . Or test wash Stoneware hand-painted or over-the-glaze one piece[...]

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    18 CARE AND CLEANING USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly . Do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. Do not use scouring pads, or harsh or gritty[...]

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    19 WOOD P ANEL TRIM KITS W ood Panel T rim Kits W ood 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 T rim Kit GPF46—3/4 ″ Panel T rim Kit W ood panel trim kits are avail[...]

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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CONTROL P ANEL T ime too long between touching of selected pads. Each pad must be touched within LIGHTS GO OFF 30 seconds of the others. T o relight, touch any pad again, or unlock and relatch door . WHEN YOU’RE SETTING CONTROLS THE WORD AUTO The sensor is clogged or faulty . DOESN’T APPEAR T ry using the below steps to c[...]

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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE BLACK OR GRA Y Aluminum utensils often leave marks when they rub against dishes. Remove marks MARKS ON DISHES with a mild abrasive cleanser . DETERGENT LEFT W ater may not be reaching the detergent cups. Move dishes that may be blocking IN DISPENSER CUPS the deter gent cup. The dispenser cover may not be opening or may be blo[...]

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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CLOUDINESS ON If vinegar or citric acid crystal rinse doesn’ t work, the cloudiness is “etching. ” GLASSW ARE The film cannot be removed. It can be prevented: Use less detergent if you have soft water . W ash glassware in the shortest cycle that will get them clean. W ater temperature entering dishwasher exceeds 150°F [...]

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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE 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 . ST AINING OF Some deter gents contain colorant (pigment or dyes) that will discolor the tub TUB INTERIOR interior[...]

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    24 NOTES[...]

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    25 NOTES[...]

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    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[...]

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    WHA T IS COVERED FULL ONE - YEAR W ARRANTY 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. LIMITED SECOND - YEAR P ARTS W ARRANTY For the second year from date of original purchase, we will[...]

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    General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 Monogram. TM Pub. No. 49-5756 Part No. 165D4700P101 11-95 CG Printed in Louisville, KY[...]