GE ZDBT240 manual

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    Own e r ’ s Man ual Privacy Glass Beverage Center ZDBT240[...]

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    2 Consumer Information Beverage Center Introduction Y our new Monogram beverage center makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen planning flexibility . Whether you chose it for its purity of design or the assiduous attention to detail, you will find that your Monogram beverage center’ s superior blend of form and function will[...]

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    3 If you received a damaged appliance The warranty does not cover damage caused after delivery . Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the beverage center . If you need ser vice T o obtain service, see the Consumer Ser vices page in the back of this manual. W e are proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some rea[...]

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    4 REFRIGERANTS All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration product, check with the company handling the disposal about what to do. w DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Ju[...]

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    w DANGER! RISQUES POUR LES ENF ANTS Les enfants pris au piège ou morts d’asphyxie sont toujours d’actualité. Les appareils de réfrigération abandonés sont toujours aussi dangereux, même si on n’attend que “quelque jours” pour s’en débarasser . Si vous ne gardez pas votre ancien appareil, veuillez suivre les directives ci-dessous [...]

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    6 HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (gr ound) prong from the power cord. For personal safety , this appliance must be properly gr ounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibili[...]

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    7 RACCORDEMENT ÉLECTRIQUE Ne coupez ni retirez en aucun cas la troisième br oche (mise à la ter re) de la fiche du cordon d’alimentation. Pour votre sécurité, cet appareil doit êtr e cor rectement mis à la ter re. Le cordon d’alimentation de cet appareil est muni d’une fiche à 3 broches (mise à la terre) qui se branche dans une prise[...]

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    Controls and Features Beverage Center Interior lighting and glass activation The interior light makes it easy to view your beverage labels and enhances the display of your collection. The privacy glass allows you to view your wine and beverages with a simple press of a button, without opening the door . These two features work jointly to display yo[...]

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    Controls and Features Beverage Center Glass shelves T empered glass shelves in the beverage center unit are removable for easy cleaning or for storing larger items. T o remove a shelf, open the door completely to avoid potential damage to the gasket. Lift up on the back of the shelf slightly . Tilt the shelf to one side at an angle while pulling fo[...]

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    Controls and Features Beverage Center Loading tips and suggestions The bottom two full extension drawers hold five bottles each and are loaded with necks facing the rear . T all bottles should not be loaded on the bottom drawer because they may prevent the door from closing. • Do not block the ther mistor , located on the right hand side, just ab[...]

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    Glass door Use a glass cleaner or mild soap and water and a soft cloth to clean the glass door . Do not use any abrasive powders. Avoid cleaning cold glass with hot water because the extreme temperature dif ference may cause it to break. Rough handling of tempered glass can cause it to shatter . Do not place magnets on or near the glass door . Magn[...]

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    Care and Cleaning Beverage Center Cleaning the inside Unplug the beverage center before cleaning. If the unit is in a built-in location, remove power at the circuit breaker . Use a slightly damp cloth or sponge when cleaning around switches, lights or controls. Use warm water and baking soda solution— about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to [...]

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    13 Built-In Dimensions Beverage Center Cut-out dimensions: Height: 34 1 / 2 –35 ″ (876–889 mm) Width: 23 3 / 4 ″ (603 mm) minimum Depth: 24 ″ (610 mm) Installation dimensions The beverage center can be a free- standing model or can be built in using the cut-out dimensions below . When building in the beverage center , be sure to allow for[...]

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    • Y ou may hear cracking or popping sounds when the appliance is first plugged in. This happens as the appliance cools to the correct temperature. • Expansion and contraction of cooling coils during and after defrost can cause cracking or popping sounds. • The electronic control board may cause a clicking sound when relays activate to control[...]

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    Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE APPLIANCE • Appliance is so quiet that most of the time you will hear low or no DOES NOT OPERA TE operating noise. • Appliance may be in defrost cycle when compressor motor does not operate for up to 2 hours. • If interior light is not on, appliance may not be plugged in at wall outle[...]

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    Questions? Use this problem solver! PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE HOT AIR FROM • Normal air flow cools the motor . In the refrigeration process, BOTTOM OF it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the appliance. APPLIANCE Some floor coverings are sensitive and will even discolor at these safe and normal temperatures. APPLIANCE • Adaptive de[...]

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    Wine or Beverage Storage and Handling Notes Beverage Center 17[...]

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    Wine or Beverage Storage and Handling Notes Beverage Center 18[...]

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    19 Consumer Ser vices Beverage Center With the purchase of your new Monogram appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need infor mation or assistance from GE, we will be there. All you have to do is call—toll- fr ee! GE Answer Center ® In the USA: 800.626.2000 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center ?[...]

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    YOUR MONOGRAM BEVERAGE CENTER W ARRANTY Staple sales slip or canceled check here. Pr oof of original purchase date is needed to obtain ser vice under war ranty . WHA T IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase FULL ONE-YEAR W ARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and ser vice labor in yo[...]