GE ZBD5700 manual

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    GE M on ogram ® U se and Care Guide Dishwasher ZBD5600 ZBD5700 ZBD5900[...]

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    Consumer Information Dishwasher 2 Introduction 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 bl[...]

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    Before using your dishwasher 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. If you don’t understand something or need more help, call in the USA: GE Answer Center®, 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week In Canada, call 1.888.880.3030. Wri[...]

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    4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. 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 th[...]

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    Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Guide. • 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. • Load sharp knives with the handles up [...]

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    Control Panel — ZBD5600 Dishwasher You can locate your model number on the left inside of your dishwasher tub. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 6 OFF 0 NORMAL BOOST BOOST & HEATED DRY NORMAL & HEATED DRY FAST WASH DRY RINSE & HOLD SUPER WASH NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH 1 2 Control Settings 1. OPTION[...]

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    7 Control Panel — ZBD5600 Dishwasher You can locate your model number on the left inside of your dishwasher tub. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. OFF 0 NORMAL BOOST BOOST & HEATED DRY NORMAL & HEATED DRY FAST WASH DRY RINSE & HOLD SUPER WASH NORMAL WASH LIGHT WASH 1 2 Control Settings 1. OPTION[...]

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    8 Control Panel — ZBD5600 Dishwasher Start a wash load Close the door until it locks in place and turn the Options Selections dial to the desired setting. Then turn the Cycle Selections dial to the desired setting to start the dishwasher. There is a time delay between start-up and water fill while the timer is advancing. Therefore you will not he[...]

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    9 Control Panel — ZBD5700 & ZBD5900 Dishwasher You can locate your model number on the left inside of your dishwasher tub. Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Rinse & Hold Fast Wash Normal Wash Super Wash Heated Dry Water Temp Delay Start Clear 2 6 4 Pre-Wash Wash Rinse Dry Clean Cycle Status Indicato[...]

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    Control Panel — ZBD5700 & ZBD5900 Dishwasher 4. WATER TEMP —This option provides extra heat to increase water temperature for best performance. It is used best with heavily-soiled dishes. This option cannot be used with RINSE & HOLD. NORMAL —This is the default setting. This water temp selection provides a wash and rinse with water te[...]

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    11 Control Panel — ZBD5700 & ZBD5900 Dishwasher Auto Memory Your dishwasher has the ability to remember what options you like with any particular wash cycle. This means that if you select NORMAL WASH your dishwasher will automatically select the options that you selected last time you washed with the NORMAL WASH cycle. This memory function wo[...]

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    12 Upper Rack 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 may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility. The cup shelf can also secure wine glasses at an angle for best washability. Because wine glasses come in vario[...]

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    13 Loading the Racks Dishwasher Upper Rack 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 may be placed in the up or down position to add flexibility. The cup shelf can also secure wine glasses at an angle for best washability. Becau[...]

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    Exterior To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior painted panels use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Use stainless steel cleaner on stainless steel panel. You can order Stainless Steel Magic # WX10X15 throug[...]

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    15 Care and Cleaning Dishwasher Exterior To clean the control panel use a lightly dampened cloth then dry thoroughly. To clean the exterior painted panels use a good appliance polish wax. Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher. Use stainless steel cleaner on stainless steel panel. You can order Stainl[...]

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    The Wash Filters In addition to the glass trap, your dishwasher has three fine filters— • a two piece round perforated stainless steel filter located in the base of the dishwasher. • a finer micro-mesh filter located under the stainless steel filter. • a super fine filter located below the lower spray arm. Remove the stainless steel filter [...]

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    17 The Wash Filters In addition to the glass trap, your dishwasher has three fine filters— • a two piece round perforated stainless steel filter located in the base of the dishwasher. • a finer micro-mesh filter located under the stainless steel filter. • a super fine filter located below the lower spray arm. Remove the stainless steel filt[...]

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    Care and Cleaning Dishwasher 18 Light Bulb Replacement (on some models) The interior light bulb is located in the rear top right corner. To replace— 1. Make sure the dishwasher is disconnected from the power supply. 2. Unscrew the plastic lens counterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb and replace with a maximum 15 watt bayonet bulb no larger than 1 ?[...]

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    19 Optional Accessories Dishwasher Change the Dishwasher’s Appearance for ZBD5600 and ZBD5700 only You can change the door panel appearance of your dishwasher by ordering one of these optional accessories: • 1/ 4 ″ Wood Panel Trim Kit ZPF25B (Black) ZPF25W (White) • 3/4 ″ Trimless Panel Kit ZPF75B (Black) ZPF75W (White) These accessories [...]

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    Before You Call For Service Dishwasher 20 Questions? Use this problem solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Spots and filming on Extremely hard • Use a rinse agent to remove spots glasses and flatware water and prevent new film build-up. Low inlet water • To remove stubborn spots from glassware: temperature 1 Remove all metal utensils from t[...]

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    Questions? Use this problem solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Dishwasher won’t start Door not properly closed • Press door unit it clicks shut. Power supply not • Check dishwasher is plugged in and connected. switch it is on. Child Lockout mode is • Press and hold desired button for two selected seconds. See Child Lockout mode sectio[...]

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    Before You Call For Service Dishwasher 22 Questions? Use this problem solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO White film on glasses, Hard water • Try progressively increasing the Rinse Aid tea and coffee stains setting to 6. See the Rinse Agent section . Repeated use of • Discontinue use of Sani option. Sani option Brown spots or pitting Consi[...]

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    Notes for your Dishwasher 23[...]

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    Consumer Services Dishwasher 24 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 ® In the USA: 800.626.2000 Whatever your question about any Monogram major appliance, GE Answer Center® informa[...]

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    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. WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase ONE-YEAR Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Duri[...]

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    26 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. WHAT IS COVERED From the Date of the Original Purchase ONE-YEAR Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Du[...]

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    27 General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 34070 Louisville, KY 40232-4070 Place 1st Class Letter Stamp Here GE Appliances Consumer Product Ownership R egistration Important Mail T oday[...]

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    28 Consumer Product Ownership R egistration 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: 1 Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. Have the peace of mind of [...]