GE monogram ZBD6900V00II User manual

Owner's
Manual
Built-In Dishwashers
monogram.com 49-55079 06-11 GE

Consumer Information
Dishwasher
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
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.
If you have any other questions, visit our Website at: monogram.cam
Contents Appliance Registration ....................... 3
Care and Cleaning .......................... 18
Consumer Services........................ 3, 24
Model and Serial Number Location ............ 3
Operating Instructions ..................... 8-17
Control Panel and Operation ............ 8-10
Lighting Features......................... 11
Water Temperature ...................... 11
Rinse Agent .............................. 11
Dish Preparation Prior to Loading ......... 12
Detergents ............................... 12
Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser .... 13-14
Dishwasher Racks.................... 15-17
Problem Solver.......................... 19-21
Safety Instructions ......................... 4-7
U.S.A.Warranty ............................. 22
Canada Warranty ........................... 23

Consumer Information
Dishwasher
Before
using
your
dishwasher
Readthis manual 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, there is a list of toll-free consumer service
numbers included on the Consumer Services
page in the back section of this manual.
OR
Visit our Website at: monogram.com
Write
down the
model &
serial
numbers
You can locate your model and serial numbers
on the tub wall just inside the door. Before sending in the card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Usethese numbers in any correspondence or
service calls concerning your dishwasher.
If you received
a damaged
dishwasher
Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that
sold you the dishwasher.
Save time
& money Before you request service, check the Problem
Solver in the back of this manual. It lists causes of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
If you
need service To obtain service, see the Consumer Services
page in the back of this manual.
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 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, contact us on
our website, write all the details-including your
phone number-or write to:
Manager, Customer Relations
GEAppliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
For customers in Conodo:
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
Mabe Canada Inc.
1 Factory Lane, Suite 310
Moncton, N.B.E1C91v13

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
-&WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
iADVERTENCIA!
Parasuseguridad,siga las instrucciones deeste manual a fin de minimizar riesgos de
incendio, explosi6n, descargas el_ctricas, y para evitar daffos en su propiedad, lesiones
personales o la muerte.
.aWARNING! 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 ISEXPLOSIVE.
Ifthe hot water hasnot been used for two weeks
or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury
by turning on all hot water faucets and allow them
to run for several minutes. Dothis before usingany
electrical appliance which isconnected to the hot
water system.This simple procedure will allow any
built-up hydrogen gas to escape.Sincethe gas is
flammable, do not smoke or usean open flame or
appliance during this process.
iADVERTENCIA! SEGURIDAD DEL CALENTADOR DE AGUA
Bajo ciertos condiciones, se podr6 producir gas
de hidr6geno en un calentador de agua que no
rue usodo par dos semanos o mGs. EL GAS DE
HIDR6GENO ES EXPLOSIVO.
Siel agua caliente no seus6 par dossemanas o
m6s,evite la posibilidad de que ocurran daflos o
lesionesabriendo todos losgrifos de agua caliente
y dejando que corra agua par varios minutos.
Haga esto antes de usar cualquier artefacto
el@ctricoconectado al sistema de agua caliente.
Esteprocedimiento simple permitir6 la salidade
cualquier acumulaci6n de gas de hidr6geno. Debido
a que el gas esinflamable, no fume, no useuna
llama abierta ni useel electrodom6stico durante
este proceso.
PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
This dishwasher must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet with
your dishwasher, you can receive one by visiting our website at monogram.com.
• Connectto 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.
Checkwith a qualified electrician or service
representative ifyou are in doubt whether the
appliance isproperly grounded.
• Disposeof discarded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part
of your dishwasher unless it isspecifically
recommended in this manual. Allother servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician.
•To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.
NOTE:Turning the dishwasher off doesnot
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
We recommend having a qualified technician
serviceyour appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
a CAUTION: To prevent minor injury or property damage
• Contents washed in SANITIZEmode, if available,
may be hot to the touch. Use care before
handling.
• Using a detergent that is
not specifically designed
for dishwashers will
cause the dishwasher
to fill with suds.
• If your dishwasher is connected to a
wall switch, ensure that the switch is
on prior to use.
• On dishwashers with electronic controls,
ifyou choose to turn the wall switch
off between wash cycles,allow 5-10
secondsafter turning the switch on
before touching START/RESETto allow
the control to initialize.
• 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.
• Closesupervision isnecessary if this appliance
isused byor 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.
a PRECAUCION: A fin de evitar lesiones menores ydaBos sabre la propiedad
•Loscontenidos lavados en el modo SANITIZE
(Lavado Desinfectante/Des infecci6n), si
este producto est@disponible, podr@nestar
calientes al tacto. Tenga cuidado antes de
tomar los mismos con las manos.
• Elusa de un detergente
que no est6 diseBado
espedficamente para
lavavajillas harc_que este
Oltimo se Ilene de agua
con jab6n.
• Si el lavavajillas est@conectado a un
tomacorriente, asegOrese de que el
interruptor est6 encendido antes del
USO.
•Siel lavavajillastiene controles
electr6nicos,en caso de decidir apagar
el interruptor entre ciclos de lavado, espereentre
5yl0 segundos luego de encender el interruptor
antes de presionarSTART/RESET(Iniciar/Reiniciar)
para permitir que el control seinicie.
• items que no sean Utensilios:No lavearticulos
tales coma filtros electr6nicos de limpieza
con aire,filtros de homo ybrochas de pintura
en su lavavajillas.Sepodrc_nproducir daBos,
descoloraci6n o manchas sabre el lavavajillas.
• Sedeber6 estar especialmente atento siel
electrodom6stico esusado par niflos o si se
encuentra cerca de los mismos.
•Cargue articulos de plc%ticolivianos, de modo
que no sean desplazados ni caigan al rondo del
lavavajillas - es posible que entren en contacto
con el elemento calentador y sean daflados.
ELECTRICAL REOUIREMENTS
• This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60
Hz,and connected to an individual, properly
grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or
20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
• Ifthe electric supply provided does not meet the
above specifications, it is recommended that a
licensed electrician install an approved outlet.
• Your dishwasher circuit should not be usedfor
any other appliance while the dishwasher isin
operation as the dishwasher requiresthe full
capacity of the circuit.
• If the wall receptacle you plug the dishwasher's
power cord into is controlled by a switch, turn
on the switch.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are
dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a
few days." Ifyou are getting rid of your old
dishwasher, please follow the instructions below
to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Awag Your Old Dishwasher:
• Take off the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).
//
//
a iADVERTENCIA! RIESGO DE QUE UN NINO
QUEDE ATRAPADO
FORMA ADECUADA DE DESCARTAR EL LAVAVAJILLAS
Los lavavajillas antiguos o abandonados son
peligrosos.., incluso aunque se conserven
por %61ounos pocos d[as". Si se deshar6 de
su antiguo refrigerador, siga las siguientes
instrucciones a fin de evitar accidentes
Antes de Descartar su Antigua Lavavajillas:
• Retire la puerta del compartimiento de lavado o
retire la traba de la puerta (coma se muestra).
Fq
Door latch keeper
Trabadeseguridad

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
kWAR NING!When using gour dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Usethis appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Owner's Manual.
• Useonly powder, pacs, liquid detergents or rinse
agents recommended for usein a dishwasher and
keepthem out of the reach of children. Cascade
Complete®Automatic Dishwashing Detergent
and Cascade® RinseAidT" rinseagent have been
approved for use in all GEdishwashers.
• Locate sharp items sothat they are not likely
to damage the door seal.
• Loud sharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce
the riskof cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless marked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent. Forplastic
items not so marked,check the manufacturer's
recommendations.
• Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
• Donot operate your dishwasher unlessall
enclosure panels are properly in place.
• Donot tamper with controls.
• Donot abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
• Donot allow childrento play around dishwasher
when opening or closing door due to the possibility
of small fingers being pinched in door.
• Donot discard a dishwasher without first removing
the door or the door latch keeperof the washing
compartment.
• Donot store or use combustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• Donot allow childrento play with, on or insidethis
appliance or any discarded appliance.
_ZkiADVERTENCIA!AI user su IcJvcJvcJjillas,siga las precauciones b6sicas,
inclugendo Io siguiente
• Usaeste electrodom#stico s61opara suprop6sito
original,coma se describe en el Manual del
Propietario.
• Usas61opolvo, paquetes, liquidos o agentes
de enjuague recomendados para usa en un
lavavajillas,y mantenga los mismos fuera del
alcance de losniflos. Lo detergentes para Lavado
en LavavajillasAutom6ticos CascadeComplete®,
y Ioagente de enjuague de Cascade® Rinse
AidT"fueron aprobados par su usa en todos los
lavavajillasde GE.
• Ubiquearticulos puntiagudos de modo que no
haya posibilidades de dafios sabreel sellador de la
puerta.
• Carguecuchillos filososcon los mangos hacia
arriba para reducir el riesgo de un carte.
• No lavearticulos de plc_stico,a menos que figure
que son seguros para usa en lavavajillas o una
indicaci6n equivalente.Sisetrata de articulos de
plc_sticoque no cuentan con dicha indicaci6n,
consulte las recomendaciones delfabricante.
• Notoque el elemento de calefacci6n durante o
inmediatamente despu6s del usa.
• No haga funcionar el lavaplatos a menos que todos
lospaneles del recinto seencuentren en su lugar.
• Noaltere o modifique loscontroles.
• Noabuse, no sesiente ni se pare sabre la puerta o
la bandeja del plato del lavavajillas.
• No permita que losnifiosjueguen alrededor del
lavavajillasal abrir o cerrar la puerta, debido a
la posibilidad de que sus dedos pequeflos sean
presionados contra la puerta.
• Nodeseche el lavavajillas sin antes quitar la
puerta del compartimento de lavado o la traba de
la puerta.
• Noguarde niuse materiales combustibles, gasolina
u otros vapores inflamablesyliquidoscerca de 6ste
ni de otros electrodom6sticos.
• No permita que losniflosjueguen sabre, con o
dentro de este o cualquier otro aparato descartado.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Control Panel
Dishwasher
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
ZBD7920 and ZBD6920(shown)
ZBD8920
OAUTO
OSANITIZE SELECT rm LOCK
ONORMAL CYCLE rmSANITIZED
OCHINA O mCLEAN
OOQf'-"_ DELAY
24_rk_.) HRS _STEAM
LOHEATED ('_ ADDED _-_ START
DR ..]k._J HEAT _ RESET
OAUTO OQUICK
OCOOKWARE OPLASTICS
IoscouR IOCH'NA
_ORMAL _INSE
r_l LOWDETERGENT
SELECT I DLOCK I _ I'--II1 i_0 DELAY OSTEAM
HRS
A
LO HEATED ('-_ ADDED f-"1 START
DRY _ HEAT _ RESET
_-I Status Indicator TheStatusdisplaytellsyouwhatishappeningwhilethedishwasherisinoperationandmayflash
Lights (Indicators indicatinga malfunction.Thelightswillcomeonindicatingthesequenceof dishwasheroperation.
vary by model)
LOW DETERGENT Displayedwhenthe BulkDispenseneedsto berefilledwith liquidor gelautomaticdishwasher
detergent.
NOTE:IfyouarenotusingBulkDispenseandyouwantto turntheLOWDETERGENTLEDlightoff,
presstheADDEDHEATbutton5timeswithin3 seconds.Youwillhear3 beeps;thenthe lightwillgo
off.YoucanturnthelightbackonbypressingtheADDEDHEATbutton5timeswithin3 seconds.
SENSING DisplayedwhiletheCleanSensorTHismeasuringthe amountofsoilandtemperatureofwater.
Thedishwasherwilladjusttheselectedcycleto achieveoptimalperformance.
SANITIZED DisplayedattheendofthecyclewhenSANITIZEhasbeenselectedandthedishwasherhasmet
therequirementsforsanitization.SeeSANITIZE,below,for completecycledescription.Openingthe
dooror pressinganykeywhilethedoorisclosedandlatchedwillturnoff thelight.
CLEAN Displayedwhenawash cycleiscomplete.Referto Item6,page10,for furtherexplanationofclean
lightoperation
Cycle Status
Indicator Light
[] TIME REMAINING
display (on some
models)
Thecyclestatusindicatorlightislocatedontherightsideofthedishwasher,abovethehandle.
Thislightcomeson asamberwhiletheselectedcycleisrunning.Thelightturnsto greenwhenthe
selectedcycleiscomplete.ThelightstaysONasgreenasa reminderthat thedishesare cleanuntil
thedoorisopenedor untilanothercycleisselected.
o_:_ CycleStatusIndicatorLight
Li i .) /
Duringoperation,thedisplayshowstheminutesremaininguntilthecycleiscomplete.Thedisplay
mayadjustthe remainingtimewhiletheSensinglightison.Thetimedisplayedatthestartofeach
cyclemaychangefrom thefactory settingastheunitcustomizesitselfto homeuse.Duringa
delaystart,thedisplaywillshowhoursoftimeremaininguntilthecyclestarts.
NOTE:ThisdishwasherisequippedwithCleanSensorTHwith automatictemperaturecontrol;
therefore,cyclelengthandtime mayvary dependingonsoilandwatertemperatureconditions.

Control Panel/Operation
Dishwasher
I-_ SELECTCYCLE
(Wash cycle
selections)
SANITIZE
SCOUR
COOKWARE
AUTO
NORMAL
CHINA
QUICK
PLASTICS
RINSE
UsetheSELECTCYCLEbuttonto scrollthroughthewashcycleswhilethedoor isopen.
NOTE:Allcycletimesandwater usageinformationcontainedinthefollowingsectionare
approximatevalues.Actualresultswilldependonseveralfactors,includingbut notlimitedto inlet
temperatureandamountof soilinthewashwater.
Thelightaboveor nextto theselectedbuttonwillbeon to indicatewhichwashcyclehasbeen
selected.
7.5-8.75gallons,50-3.35minutes,Lightto heavyfoodsoillevel
Thiscycleraisesthewatertemperatureinthefinalrinsetosanitizeyourdishware.
NOTE:Thiscycleismonitoredfor sanitizationrequirements.Ifthecycleisinterruptedduringor
afterthe mainwashportionorif theincomingwater temperatureissolowthat adequatewater
heatingcannotbeachieved,thesanitizingconditionsmaynotbemet.Inthesecases,thesanitized
lightwill notilluminateattheend ofthe cycle.Whenusingthiscycle,do notopenthedishwasher
doorin thefinalrinse.
3.0gallons,3.3.5-3.75minutes,Heavyto bakedon foodsoillevel
Thiscycleismeantfor heavilysoileddishesorcookwarewith driedonor bakedonsoils.Everyday
dishesare safeto beusedin thiscycle.
NOTE:OnsomemodelstheSTEAMenhancementwillbeautomaticallyselectedwhenthiscycleis
selected,and cannotbedeselected.
NOTE:Thiscycleismonitoredforsanitizationrequirements.Ifthecycleisinterruptedduringor
afterthe mainwashportionor iftheincomingwater temperatureissolow that adequatewater
heatingcannotbeachieved,thesanitizingconditionsmaynotbemet.Inthesecases,the sanitized
lightwillnotilluminateat theendofthecycle.Whenusingthiscycle,donotopenthedishwasher
door inthefinalrinse.
8.75-10gallons,75-140minutes,Heavyto bakedonfoodsoillevel
Thiscycleismeantfor heavilysoileddishesorcookwarewith driedonor bakedonsoils.Everyday
dishesare safeto beusedin thiscycle.
5.2gallons,62-114minutes,Lightto heavyfoodsoillevel
Thiscycleismeantfor lightto heavilysoileddishes.
8.75-10gallons,68-118minutes,Normalfoodsoillevel
Thiscycleismeantfor normaleverydaysoillevelsandisdesignedtoconservebothwater and
energy.TheNORMALcyclewas usedto ratetheefficiencyofthisdishwasher.
7.5gallons,40-60minutes,Lightto normalfoodsoillevel
Thiscycleisspecificallydesignedfor delicatewaresuchascrystalandchinabymaintaininglower
temperatures.
7.5gallons,40-75minutes,Lightto normalfoodsoillevel
Thiscycleisdesignedfor lighttoeverydaydishes.
6.25-7.5gallons,85-145minutes,Lightto heavyfoodsoillevel
Thiscycleisspecificallydesignedfor plasticwareandincludesa builtindryingportionthat is
specificallydesignedto reducetheriskof meltingplasticitemsand improveplasticdrying.
2.5gallons,11minutes,Anyfoodsoillevel
Forrinsingpartialloadsthat willbewashedlater.Donotusedetergentwith thiscycle.
NOTE: Onlg the SANITIZE and SCOUR cgcles have been designed to meet the requirements of
Section 6, NSF 184 for soil removal and sanitization efficacg.
NOTE: NSF-certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.

Control Panel/Operation
Dishwasher
D ENHANCEMENTS
DELAY HRS
ADDED HEAT
STEAM
HEATED DRY
LOCK
RESET
START
Power Failure
Availablefeatureoptionsbeyondthewashcycles.
Youcandelaythestartofa washcyclefor upto 24hours(dependingonmodel).PresstheDELAY
HRSbuttonto choosethe numberof hoursyouwantto delaythestartofthecycle;thenpress
START/RESET.
Afterclosingthedoor,the machinewillcountdownandautomaticallystartatthecorrecttime.
NOTE:TocanceltheDELAYHRSselectionbeforethecyclebegins,repeatedlypresstheDELAYHRS
button untilthedisplayisblank
Whenselected,thecyclewillrun longerwith heatingelementonto improvebothwashand dry
performance.
NOTE:Cannotbeselectedwith RINSEcycle.
Forusewith heavilysoiledand/ordried-on,baked-onsoils.ThisoptionMUSTbeselectedPRIORto
startingthecycle.TheSTEAMoptionadds26minutestothe cycletime.
NOTE:Cannotbeselectedwith RINSEcycle.
WhenHEATEDDRYisoff,disheswillairdryusingafan that assiststhedryingprocessto save
energy.
WhenHEATEDDRYison,a heaterturnson forfasterdrying.Thiswillextendthetotalcycletime
between8 and38 minutesdependingonthecycleselected.
NOTE:Cannotbeselectedwith RINSEcycle.
Youcanlockthecontrolsto preventanyselectionsfrom beingmadeoryoucanlockthecontrols
afteryouhavestarteda cycle.
Childrencannot accidentallystart dishwasherby touching buttonswith this option selected.
Tounlockthedishwashercontrols,pressand holdtheHEATEDDRYandDELAYHRSbuttonsfor
3 seconds.Thelocksatusindicatorlightwillturnoff.Tolockthedishwasher,pressand holdthe
HEATEDDRYand DELAYHRSbuttonsfor 3seconds.Thelockstatusindicatorlightwillturnon.
Tochangeacycleafterwashingstarts,openthedoorslowlyand touchtheSTART/RESETbutton
to cancelthe cycle.
Thedrainpumpwillpumpwater outofthedishwasherfor75secondsand thenturn off.Cycle
selectionLED'swillremainon,andbuttonswillrespondduringpumpout.IftheSTART/RESETis
pressedwhilethedishwasherisinpumpout,thedishwasherwillstarta newwashcycle.
Afterselectingthecycleanddesiredenhancements,touchtheSTART/RESETbuttonto ready
thedishwasherto beginthe cycle.Closethedoorto startthecycleor begintheDELAYHRS
countdown.Whenthecyclestarts,thewater fillbeginsandapproximately60 secondslaterthe
washactionbegins.
Thedishwasherwillshowyourlastselections.Ifyoudon'twant tochangethesettings,simply
touchtheSTART/RESETbuttonto readythedishwasherandclosethe doorto beginthecycle.
If a powerfailureoccursAUTOand HEATEDDRYwillautomaticallybe programmed.Hakeany
newselectionsandtouchtheSTART/RESETbuttonto beginthenewcycle.
Whenthe doorisopened,the indicatorlightswillturnoff iftheSTART/RESETbuttonisnotselected
withinSminutes.Toactivatethedisplay,openandclosethedoorortouchanybutton.
r_ CLEAN TheCLEANlightwill illuminateanda doublebeepwillsoundwhena washcycleiscomplete.The
CLEANlightwill remainon untilthedoor isopenedand thenrelatchedor untilanykeyispressed.
End of Cgcle
Signal Toturnoff theaudibleend-of-cyclesignal(orre-activateitif itwaspreviouslyturnedoff),pressthe HEATEDDRYbutton 5timeswithin3 seconds.Atriplebeepwillsoundtoindicatetheend-of-cycle
beepoptionhasbeentoggled.
10

Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Lighting
Features
(on some
models)
Interior Lights (on some models)
The interior Xenon lights provide better visibility
for loading and unloading. They turn on when
the door is opened and turn off when the door is
latched. The lights will turn off after 15 minutes
if the door remains unlatched. To turn the lights
back on, latch and open the door.
Do not attempt to replace the bulbs. If light bulb
replacement is necessary, please contact the
GEAnswer Center for service by calling
1.800.626.2000.
Water
Temperature
Recommended
dishwasher
products
The entering water must be at least 120% (49°C)
and not more than 150°F (66°C),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.
GErecommends the following products for use in
its dishwashers:
• Foryour manual detergent dispenser,Cascade@
CompleteActionPacsTM are recommended.
Powders,liquids,and gelsmay also be used but
may not work aseffectively.
• Foryour BulkDispenseDetergent Dispenser,
CascadeComplete@gel isrecommended. See
page 13 for differences between liquid gel types
and a warning about mixing liquid detergents
together.
Use
Cascade®
Rinse AidTM
RinseAgent
Cascade@ RinseAidTM rinse agent improves
drying, removes spots and prevents new film
build-up on your dishes, glasses, flatware,
cookware and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser
The rinse agent dispenser holds 3.5 oz. of rinse
agent. Under normal conditions, this will last
approximately one month. Try to keep it full, but
do not overfill.
E1 Make sure the dishwasher door is fully open.
D Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift it
out.
F1 Add rinse agent until the indicator window
is full.
indicator_
window V _4-- Dispensercap
Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a
damp cloth.
D Replace the dispenser cap.
Rinse Aid Setting
Theamount of rinse agent released into the final
rinse can be adjusted. The factory setting isat
the midpoint. If there are rings of calcium (hard
water) spots on dishes, try a higher setting. If
there is foaming, use a lower setting.
To adjust the setting:
Remove the dispenser cap; then turn the
adjuster counterclockwise to increase
the amount of rinse agent or clockwise to
reduce the amount of rinse agent.
Rinseagent
adjuster
11

Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Dish
Preparation
• No prerinsing of normal food soil is required.
• Scrape off hard soils, bones, toothpicks, skins
and seeds.
• Remove large quantities of any remaining food.
• Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings and
excessive amounts of grease or oil.
Forget
to Add
a Dish2
A forgotten dish can be added any time, however,
for best wash performance, it isrecommended to
add u dish prior to the opening of the detergent
cup.
1. Open the door slightly.
2. Wait until the water spray action stops.
Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.
3. Add forgotten dishes.
4. Close the door and the dishwasher will start in
5 seconds.
Detergents
12
The detergent dispenser
is on the upper left hand
side of the dishwasher
door. It has two
compartments. Use the
main wash compartment
for all loads. Usethe pre-
wash compartment only
when your water is extremely hard or when you
have a heavy soiled load.
You may use tablet, powder, liquid or gel
automatic dishwasher detergent. Make sure
you use only detergents specifically labeled for
use in automatic dishwashers. Never use liquid
hand dish detergent in an automatic dishwasher.
Sudsing and poor wash performance will result
with the use of improper detergents.
Detergents should be stored in a dry location
and in their original container to prevent loss of
effectiveness. Placedetergent in the cup just prior
to starting the dishwasher and then close and
latch the cover. The cover will open during the
wash cycle.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
GErecommends using detergent in tablet or
packet form. Independent testing has shown
this form of detergent isvery effective in the
dishwasher. Cascade® Complete ActionPacsTM
are an example of this type of detergent. Simply
put a tablet or packet into the main wash
compartment and then close and latch the
detergent cup cover. Pleasenotice that the tablet
or packet must be placed in the main wash
comportment of the detergent cup. If the tablet or
packet istossed in the bottom of the dishwasher,
the detergent will be flushed down the drain in a
very short period of time and will thus be wasted.
Wash performance will be very poor as a result.
Ifyou choose to use detergent in powder, liquid
or gel form, the amount of detergent you use will
be determined by the hardness of your water,
the temperature of your water, and the food soil
load inside the dishwasher. Contact your water
company to get information about the hardness
of the water in your area. Alternatively, you
may purchase a hard water test strip from GE.
Call 1-800-626-2002 and ask for part number
WDOIXI0295.
Number of
Grains Detergent Cups to Fill
Less than/4 Fill cup to soft line (1/3 full)
/4to 8 Fill cup to medium soft line (2/3 full)
8to 12 Fill cup to medium hard line
(completely full)
Greater Fill both main wash cup
than 12 and pre wash cup
Soft MediumMediumExtremely
Soft Hard Hard
)
MAINWASH
Using too much detergent with very soft and/
or very hot water may cause a condition called
etching on your glassware. Etching isa permanent
cloudiness tnyour glassware. This condition is
irreversible. However, usingtoo little detergent will
cause poor wash performance.
tUhSethe table as a starting point and then adjust.
e amount of detergent you use.Usejust enough
to get good wash performance. Usingjust the .
right amount of detergent will provide great wash
performance without wasting detergent or etching
of glassware.
DO NOTUSEHAND DISHDETERGENT
NOTE:Using a detergent that isnot specifically
designed for dishwashers will cause the
dishwasher to fill with suds.During operation, these
suds will spill out at the dishwasher vents, covering
the kitchen floor and making the floor wet.
Because so many detergent containers look alike,
store the dishwasher detergent in a separate space
from all other cle.aners.ShoWanyone who may use
the dishwasher the correct detergent and where it
isstored.
While there will be no lastinq damage to the
dishwasher, your dishes wilFnot get clean using a
dishwas.hingdetergent that isnot formulated to
work with automabc dishwashers.

Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser
Dishwasher
Bulk Dispense
Detergent
Dispenser (on
some models)
This dishwasher may have Bulk Dispense, a
feature which automatically dispenses liquid
automatic dishwasher detergent into each cycle
based on soil level and water hardness.
To utilize the Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser,
it must first be filled. Although any liquid or gel
automatic dishwashing detergent can be used
in the Bulk Dispensesystem, all liquid or gel
automatic dishwashing detergents are not the
same. Host automatic dishwashing detergents
are chlorine bleach-based (such as Cascade®or
Finish®)while others contain enzymes (such as
Cascade Complete®or Finish®AdvancedT'°Gel).
Do not mix any chlorine bleach-based
automatic dishwashing detergent with any
dishwashing detergent containing enzymes as
this could cause the detergents to congeal and
lead to blockage of the Bulk Dispense system.
Check the detergent label to determine if the
detergent is chlorine bleach-based or one that
contains enzymes. It is recommended that the
same type of detergent be used when refilling
your Bulk Dispense system.
,& CAUTION! Absolutelydonotadd
powder detergent, tablets or any liquid soap
or detergent normally used for washing hands
or dishes ina sink. Only use liquid or gel
detergent specifically designed for use in an
automatic dishwasher.
A iPRECAUCl6N! Bajo
ninguna circunstancia agregue
detergente en polvo, tabletas o jab6n o
detergente liquido normalmente utilizado
para lavar manos o platos en un fregadero.
$61outilice detergente liquido o en gel
especificamente diseBado para utilizar en
lavaplatos autom6ticos.
To open the dispenser for filling, push down and
turn the blue cap counterclockwise until the cap
is loose. Lift cap off.
Aim the detergent bottle at the opening in the
door and begin to fill.
The dispenser will hold 45 oz of liquid dishwasher
detergent (standard size bottle).
When full, replace the cap and turn clockwise
until tight to ensure no water enters the Bulk
Dispense dispenser. If residue is left on the door, it
will be washed off in the next cycle.
An indicator light will turn on to notify you when
the dispenser needs to be filled again. After filling,
the light will not turn off until the door is closed. A
full dispenser will last approximately 1 month for
the average user.
STATUS
BulkDispense
LightWill_ LOWDETERGENT•DRYING
TurnOn • SENSING •SANITIZED
When • WASHING •CLEAN
Timeto
Refill (appearance may vary)
NOTE:If you are not using Bulk Dispense and
you want to turn the LOW DETERGENTLEDlight
off, press the ADDED HEATbutton 5 times within
3 seconds. You will hear 3 beeps; then the light
will go off. You can turn the light back on by
pressing the ADDED HEATbutton 5 times within
3 seconds.
Set the
door at a
comfortable
angle to
fill the
dispenser.
13

Bulk Dispense Detergent Dispenser
Dishwasher
Water
Hardness
Calibration
Prior to the first use, the dishwasher needs
to be calibrated for water hardness. Please follow
the directions below to calibrate the dishwasher
to the hardness of your tap water.
Determine the Hardness of Your Tap Water
In the bag that contained these instructions, you
should find a water hardness test strip package.
Read the instructions on the package, remove
the test strip and follow the instructions to
determine the hardness level of your tap water.
You will use this information to calibrate your
dishwasher to dispense the optimal amount
of detergent.
Water hardness test strip indication
SOFT
HARD
Calibration of ModelsWithout 3-DigitDisplay
ITI open the door and touch any button other
than START/RESETto turn lights on.
rq
Value to Enter
into Dishwasher
°RE°tttttttttl D
1 RED _ 2
2 RED _ 3
3RED _ 4
START
OR[SIT
Calibration of Models With 3-Digit Displog
OAUIO OQUlCK _ _e_ _F_ O[UW OSTEAMOCOOKWARE OPLASTiCS SELECT LOCK 13n I HRS
ONORMAL ORINS[ \mCLEAN TIMEF_AINmG j
Dis lay
Pressatthesametime.
IT I open the door and touch any button other
than START/RESETto turn lights on.
D Press the SELECTCYCLEbutton and DELAY
HRSbutton at the same time for 3 seconds.
The display will show a number from i to 5.
This is the water hardness value currently
set.
r_ Press the STEAMbutton to raise the value
or the SELECTCYCLEbutton to lower the
value. Set the water hardness value to the
number determined with the test strip and
the table above.
[] Once the water hardness is set, press the
STARTIRESET button to save the setting and
return the dishwasher to normal operation.
Press the SELECTCYCLEbutton and DELAY
HRSbutton at the same time for 3 seconds.
All lights will light up and you will hear i to
5 beeps. The number of beeps indicates the
current hardness value.
Tochange the setting, press the DELAYHRS
button the number of times that corresponds
to the water hardness value determined at
the left. The control will beep each time you
press the button.
Once finished pressing the button, you will
hear a confirmation with beeps for the
hardness value selected.
If the number of beeps is not what you
desire, start pressing the DELAYHRSbutton
again to re-enter a new water hardness
level.
Once the water hardness is set, press the
START/RESET button to save the setting and
return the dishwasher to normal operation.
NOTE:You should recalibrate the dishwasher
control if water conditions change; for example,
if a water softener system isadded or removed
from your home.
14

Loading the Racks
Dishwasher
Upper Rack Features and appearance of racks and
silverware basket may vary from your model.
Although the upper rack is for glasses, cups and
saucers, pots and pans can be placed in this rack
for effective cleaning. Cups and glasses fit best
along the sides and should be placed open-end
down. This is also a secure place for dishwasher
plastics.
The utility shelf (on some models) may be placed
in the up or down position to add flexibility.
iL
A wine glass holder (on some models) secures
wine glasses 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 isgood for all kinds of
odd-shaped utensils. Saucepans, mixing bowls
and other items should be placed face down.
Fold-down tines (on some models) provide
flexibility for extra-large and hard-to-fit items.
Secure larger dishwasher-safe plastics over
2 tines when possible.
Hake sure small plastic items are secure so they
can't fall onto the heater.
Be sure that items do not protrude through the
bottom of the rack and block rotation of the
middle spray arm. This will result in poor wash
performance for items in the upper rack.
Check to make sure that no items in the lower
rack will block rotation of the wash arm mounted
under the upper rack.
15

Loading the Racks
Dishwasher
Adjusta ble
Upper Rack
(on some
models)
The standard position of your adjustable rack
is "up", which allows for maximum clearance for
your taller items in the lower rack. If you have
taller wine glasses, tumblers or other items to
place in the upper rack, you may want to adjust
the rack to the lower position.
To lower the rack, support the weight of the rack
with your hands as shown, and press both finger
pads about 1/4" toward the inside of the rack
as indicated, guiding the rack down to its lower
position.
To raise the rack to the "up" position, pull up on
the center of the rack side frame until the rack
locks into place.
Silverware
Basket A variety of options are available regarding the
three-piece silverware basket (on some models)
in your dishwasher. The complete basket is
designed to fit on the right side of the lower rack.
Additionally, each end of the basket isremovable
to add loading flexibility to accommodate
flatware and lower rack capacity needs.
The lids of both end and middle baskets can be
opened and closed to contain small items. For
best wash performance it is recommended that
silverware be loaded through the slots in the lid
to prevent silverware nesting. Long items can be
placed on the utility shelf in the upper rack.
Three-piecebasket
Don't e any item
#xten_ i_rough
Dottom. t t
Toremoveendbaskets,graspthebasket
atoppositecornersandslideapart.
Lower Rack Thelower rack isbest usedfor plates,saucersand
cookware. Largeitems such asbroiler pans and
baking racksshould go along the left-hand side.
Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides,in
corners or inthe back.Thesoiled sideof items
should face the center of the rack,or they can
be placed soilsidedown. If necessary,oversized
glassesand mugs can be placed in the lower rack
to maximize loading flexibility.
Also,be careful not to let a portion of an item such
as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom
rack.Thiscould block the wash arm and cause poor
washing results.
Fold-down tines (onsome models)provide flexibility
for extra-large and hard-to-fit items.Thetines may
be left inthe up position or folded down to customize
the lower rack.
Besure tall tines in the lower rack do not block the
spray arm above them. Checkfor this by spinning
the arm when both racks are pushed all the way in.
16

Loading the Racks
Dishwasher
Follow
these
guidelines
for loading
10 and
12 place
settings
Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model.
Upper Rack--lO place settings Lower Rack--lO place settings
Upper Rack--12place settings
NOTE:Donotplace
largeobjectsinthe
front-left corner
ofthe lowerrack.
Thiscouldblockthe
deterc
Lower Rack--12 place settings
17

Careand 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. See the note below about wax on stainless steel
panels.
Never use sharp objects, scouring pads or harsh cleaners on any part of the dishwasher.
The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with CERAHABRYTE® Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner
or a similar product using a clean, soft cloth. You can order CERAMABRYTE® Stainless SteelAppliance
Cleaner through GEParts by calling 800.626.2002 (for U.S.only). In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344.
NOTE:Avoid streaks on stainless steel panels. Do not use wax on stainless steel panels.
Interior The stainless steel used to make the dishwasher tub and inner door provides the highest reliability
available ina GEdishwasher. If the dishwasher tub or inner door should be scratched or dented
during normal use, they will not rust or corrode. These surface blemishes will not affect their function
or durability.
Protect
Against
Freezing
If your dishwasher is left in an unheated place during the winter, ask a service technician to:
1.Turn 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.
The Air
Gap An air gap protects your dishwasher against water
backing up into it if a drain clogs. Theair gap isnot
a part of the dishwasher. It is not covered byyour
warranty. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps,
so you may not have one.
A plugged or dirty air gap will prevent the
dishwasher from draining properly. Clean it out
ifthe dishwasher is not draining properly.
The air gap is easy to clean.
1.Turn off the dishwasher and lift off the chrome
cover.
2. Unscrew or unsnap the plastic cap (depending
on model) and clean with a toothpick.
Checkthe air gapanytime your
dishwasherisn't drainingwell.
18

Before You Coil for Service
Dishwasher
Questions?
Use this
problem
solver
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Dishwasher BEEPSonce
every minute
Beeping at the end of the
cgcle
Dishesand flatware not
clean
Spots and filming on
glasses and flatware
Dishes don't drg
This is a reminder that your
dishwasher door has been left
open during operation. It will
continue beeping until you
close the door
This is normal. The dishwasher
will beep twice at the end of
the cycle
Low inlet water temperature
• Close and latch the door after opening it
mid-cycle.
Toturn off the double beep indicator (or
re-activate it if it was previously turned off),
press the HEATEDDRY pad 5 times within :3
seconds. A triple beep will sound to indicate
the end-of-cycle beep option has been
turned on or off.
Hake sure inlet water temperature is correct
(see page 11).Turn on the hot water faucet
nearest the dishwasher, let run until the
water temperature stops rising. Then start
the dishwasher and turn off the faucet. This
insures the entering water is hot.
Water pressure istemporarily •Turn on a faucet. Iswater coming out more
low slowly than usual2 If so, wait until pressure is
normal before using your dishwasher.
Air gap or disposer isclogged • Clean the air gap or flush the disposer.
No air gap or high drain loop • Verify that you have an air gap or a
high drain loop. Refer to the Installation
Instructions.
Improper rack loading • Make sure large dishware does not block the
detergent dispenser or the wash arms. See
the Loading the dishwasher racks section.
Poor performing detergent •Use ahighly rated detergent such as
Cascade Complete® ActionPacs TM.
Extremely hard water Use rinse agents such as Cascade® Rinse
AidTM to remove spots and prevent new film
build-up.
Low inlet water temperature • Make sure water temperature is atleast
120%.
Overloading or improper • Load dishwasher as shown in the Loading
loading of the dishwasher PlaceSettings section.
Old or damp powder • Make sure detergent isfresh.
detergent
Rinse agent dispenser empty • If water isextremely hard, a softener may be
required
• Check rinseagent dispenser and fill as needed.
Too little or low performing • Make sure you use the proper amount of
detergent highly rated detergent.
Low inlet water temperature
Rinse agent dispenser is empty
• Make sure inlet water temperature is at least
120°F.
• Select HEATED DRY.
• Use ADDED HEAT options.
• Select a higher cycle, such as SANITIZE or
SCOUR.
Check rinseagentdispenser and fill asneeded.
19

Before You Coil for Service
Dishwasher
Questions?
Use this
problem
solver
20
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Cloudiness on glassware •
Suds in the tub
Combination of soft water and
too much detergent This isculled 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
it clean.
Low performing phosphate • SeeWhite film on inside surface page 22.
free detergent
Water temperature entering
the dishwasher exceeds ZS0°F
(66°C)
Correct detergent wasn't used
• This could be etching. Lower the water
heater temperature.
Use only automatic dishwasher detergents
to avoid sudsing. Cascade® Automatic
Dishwushing Detergents have been
approved for use in all GEdishwashers.
To remove suds from the tub, open the
dishwasher and let suds dissipate. Close and
latch the dishwasher door. Pump out water
by touching the START/RESETbutton once;
then 30 seconds later, touch the START/RESET
button again. Repeat if necessary.
Rinseagent was spilled • Always wipe up rinse agent spills
immediately.
Detergent left in Dishesore blocking the • Reposition the dishes, so the water from the
dispenser cups detergent cup lower spray arm can flush the detergent cup.
See pages 16 and 17.
Blackor gray marks on Aluminum utensils have • Remove marks with a mild, abrasive cleaner.
dishes rubbed against dishes
• Make sure the door is firmly closed.
Door latch may not be
properly seated
Water valve may be turned off
Some tomato-based foods
can cause reddish stains
Tea or coffee stains
An overall yellow or brown
film can be caused by iron
deposits in water
This is normal
Control panel responded
to inputs but dishwasher
never filled with water
Stained tub interior
Water standing in the
bottom of the tub
• Hake sure water valve (usually located under
the sink)is turned on.
Use of the RINSEcycle after adding the dish
to the load can decrease the level of staining.
Remove the stain by hand, using a solution of
1/2 cup bleach and :3cups warm water.
AWARNING
Before cleaning interior, wait atleast
20 minutes after a cycle for the heating
elements to cool down. Failure to do so can
result in burns.
AADVERTENCIA
Antes de limpiar el interior, espere par Io
menos 20 minutos despu#s de un ciclo para
que los elementos calentadores se enfr[en.
No hacerlo puede provocar quemaduras.
A special filter in the water supply line is the
only way to correct this problem. Contact a
water softener company.
A small amount of clean water around the
outlet on the tub bottom at the back of the
tub keeps the pump seal lubricated.