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Owner’s
Manual
Dishwasher
ZBD6800K
ZBD6880K
ZBD6890K
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Consumer Information Dishwasher Your new Monogram dishwasher makes an eloquent statement of style, convenience and kitchen Introduction 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.
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Consumer Information Dishwasher Read this manual carefully. It is intended to If you don’t understand something or need Before help you operate and maintain your new more help, there is a list of toll-free consumer using dishwasher properly. service numbers included on the Consumer your Services page in the back section of this Keep it handy for answers to your questions. dishwasher manual. OR Visit our Website at: www.monogram.com You can locate your model and serial numbers Before sending i
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual •Do not store or use combustible materials, must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. damage, personal injury, or loss of life. •Do not allow children to play inside, on or with •Do not tamper with controls. this appliance or any discarded appliance. •Do not abu
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE This dishwasher must be properly installed • Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping and located in accordance with the Installation or packing material properly. Instructions before it is used. If you did not • Do not attempt to repair or replace any part receive an Installation Instructions sheet with of your dishwasher unless it is specifically your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting recommended in this manual. A
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L A I T N E Control Panel Dishwasher ZBD6800 and ZBD6880 You can locate 7 your model number on the tub wall just inside the door. 1 2 3 5 6 10 9 Throughout this manual, features 7 ZBD6890 and appearance may vary from your model. 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 9 Control 1. Wash Cycles Use the arrow pads to scroll through the wash cycles. The light above or next to the selected pad will be ON to indicate which WASH CYCLE has been selected. Settings ™ NOTE: This dishwasher is equipped with an ExtraClean Sensor w
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Control Panel/Operation Dishwasher GLASSES Heavy 10.0 gal., 45 min. (on some models) Medium 7.2 gal., 33 min. Light 7.2 gal., 32 min. This cycle is specifically designed for glasses. PLASTICS Heavy 9.9 gal., 119 min. CYCLE Medium 7.0 gal., 106 min. (on some models) Light 5.6 gal., 93 min. This cycle is specifically designed to reduce the risk of melting plastic items and improve plastic drying for dishwasher safe plastic items. RINSE ONLY Heavy 2.9 gallons, 7 minutes Light 1.4 gallons, 3 minutes
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Control Panel/Operation Dishwasher 7. Status Indicator Lights (indicators vary by model) The Status display tells you what is happening while the dishwasher is in operation and may flash, indicating a malfunction. The lights will come ON, indicating the sequence of the dishwasher operation. ™ SENSING Displayed while the ExtraClean Sensor is measuring the amount of soil and temperature of water. The dishwasher will adjust the selected cycle to achieve optimal performance. ADD-A-DISH Displayed d
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Using the dishwasher Dishwasher The entering water must be at least 120°F nearest the dishwasher, place the thermometer Water (49°C) and not more than 150°F (66°C), for in a glass and let the water run continuously into Temperature effective cleaning and to prevent dish damage. the glass until the temperature stops rising. Check the water temperature with a candy or meat thermometer. Turn on the hot water faucet A rinse agent improves dry performance, Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift
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Using the dishwasher Dishwasher Use only detergent specifically made for use Do not use hand dish detergent. Detergents ® ® in dishwashers. Cascade , Cascade Complete ® and Electrasol Automatic Dishwashing Detergents have been approved for use in all Monogram Dishwashers. Keep your powdered detergent fresh and dry. Don’t put detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes. All wash cycles except RINSE ONLY require detergent in the main and pre-wash cup. The amount of detergent to
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Loading the Racks Dishwasher Features and appearance of racks and The upper rack is good for all kinds of Upper Rack silverware basket may vary from your model. odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls and other items should be placed face down. Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups Fold-down tines (on some models) provide and saucers, pots and pans can be placed in flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items. this rack for effective cleaning. Cups and glasses fit best along th
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Loading the Racks Dishwasher The standard position of your adjustable rack To lower the rack, support the weight of the Adjustable is “up” which allows for maximum clearance for rack with your hands as shown and press both Upper Rack your taller items in the lower rack. If you have finger pads about 1/4″ toward the inside of the (on some taller wine glasses, tumblers or other items to rack as indicated and guide the rack down to place in the upper rack, you may want to adjust its lower position.
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Loading the Racks Dishwasher The lower rack is best used for plates, saucers and Also, be careful not to let a portion of an item Lower Rack cookware. Large items such as broiler pans and such as a pot or dish handle extend through the baking racks should go along the left-hand side. bottom rack. This could block the wash arm and Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in cause poor washing results. corners or in the back. The soiled side of items Fold-down tines (on some models) provide
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Loading the Racks Dishwasher Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model. Follow these guidelines for loading 10 and 12 place settings Upper Rack—10 place settings Lower Rack—10 place settings Upper Rack—12 place settings Lower Rack—12 place settings 14
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Care and Cleaning Dishwasher To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the Exterior exterior painted panels use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. ® The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with CERAMA BRYTE Stainless Steel Appliance ® Cleaner or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth. You can order CERAMA BRYTE Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner through GE Parts by
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions? Control panel lights go Time too long between • Each pad must be touched within 30 Use this off when you’re setting touching of selected pads seconds of the others. To relight, touch any controls pad again, or unlatch and relatch door. problem Noise Some of the sounds you • Detergent cup opening. solver will hear are normal • The motor stopping during the drying period. • Water draining out of the tub immediat
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions? Dishes and flatware Lower inlet water • Make sure inlet water temperature is correct Use this not clean temperature (see Using the Dishwasher section). problem • Run water at the nearest faucet prior to solver starting the diswasher to insure optimal water temperature. Water pressure is • Turn on a facucet. Is water coming out temporarily low more slowly than usual? If so, wait until pressure is normal before
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Before You Call For Service Dishwasher PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Questions? Yellow or brown film Tea or coffee stains • Remove the stain by hand, using a solution Use this on inside surfaces of 1/2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water. problem CAUTION: Before cleaning solver interior, wait at least 20 minutes after a cycle for the heating element to cool down. Failure to do so can result in burns. An overall yellow or brown • A special filter in the water supply line is film can be cau
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Consumer Services www.monogram.com Dishwasher 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! ® Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center GE Answer ® information service is available to help. Your call—and your question—will be answered Center ® promptly and courteously. And you can call any time. GE Answer Center service is ope
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