GE ZDBG240 User manual

Owner’s
Manual
Beverage Center
ZDBG240

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Consumer Information
Beverage Center
Introduction
Your 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 delight you for years to come.
The information on the following pages will help you operate and maintain your
beverage center properly.
Contents
Built-In Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9
Consumer Information . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Model and Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . .2
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Problem Solver . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Reversing the Door Swing . . . . . . . . . .11
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Before
using your
beverage
center
Read this manual carefully. It is intended
to help you operate and maintain your
new beverage center properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
Write
down the
model &
serial
numbers
You will find them on a label on the
ceiling inside the beverage center.
Please write these numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any correspondence
or service calls concerning your beverage
center.
ATTENTION CONSUMER!
This unit is designed for storing and cooling beverages.
Do not store perishable foods in this unit.

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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.
Consumer Information
Beverage Center
After
installation
is completed
• Promptly inspect your new Monogram
Beverage Center. If it has been damaged,
contact the Installer or Dealer
immediately.
• This Beverage Center must be properly
leveled to ensure correct door alignment
and door closure. Contact the Installer
if the unit is not level.
• The unit should be centered in the
opening. The front face of the door
should be 25 mm forward of adjacent
cabinetry. Contact the installer if
clearance is not correct.
• Test the door swing. Carefully open and
close the door. The door should not rub
or catch on adjacent cabinetry. Notify
the installer if the door makes contact
with cabinetry.
Please Contact the Installer or Dealer if
you experience any of these problems.
Your Beverage Center is shipped with
a black toekick on the front of the unit.
For shipping purposes, an optional
stainless steel toekick is secured to the
back of the unit. That toekick should have
been removed and installed, or given to
you. Keep the unused toekick and other
unused or removed parts for possible
future use.
Remove
packaging
Before using, be sure all packing materials
and tape have been removed.
To assure no damage is done to the finish
of the product, the safest way to remove
the adhesive left from packaging tape on
new appliances is an application of
household liquid detergent. Apply with
a soft cloth and allow to soak. Wipe dry
and then apply an appliance polish to
thoroughly clean and protect the surface.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
wWARNING: When using
electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following:
• Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner’s
Manual.
• This refrigerator must be properly
installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. Also see the
How to Connect Electricity section.
• Do not allow children to climb, stand or
hang on the shelves in the refrigerator.
They could damage the refrigerator and
seriously injure themselves.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Do not attempt to stand on top of the
refrigerator. Doing so may result in
bodily injury or damage to the
refrigerator.
• Do not allow children to play with the
refrigerator or tamper with the controls.
• Keep fingers out of the “pinch point”
areas: clearances between the doors
and between the doors and cabinet are
necessarily small. Be careful closing
doors when children are in the area.
• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning
and making repairs. NOTE: We strongly
recommend that any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.
• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb,
the refrigerator should be unplugged
in order to avoid contact with a live
wire filament. (A burned-out light
bulb may break when being replaced.)
NOTE: Setting the refrigerator
temperature controls to OFF does not
remove power to the light circuit.
This appliance has a refrigerating system
filled with R600a (isobutane) refrigerant,
so bear in mind:
• Leave servicing to an authorized expert.
• Be careful not to obstruct any air vents.
• Never use or store electric appliances
in the refrigerator compartment.
• Never clean the appliance with
sharp objects, as you may damage
the refrigerating system.
wWARNING: Do not use
mechanical devices or other artificial
means to accelerate the defrosting
process, other than those recommended
by the manufacturer.
wDANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigeration products are still dangerous…
even if they will sit for “just a few days.”
If you are getting rid of your old appliance,
please follow these instructions to help
prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old
Refrigeration Product:
•Take off the doors and discard separately.
•Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
•If the refrigerator has a lock, make it
unusable.
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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
The power cord of this appliance is
equipped with an earthing plug which
mates with a standard earthed wall outlet
to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked
by a qualified electrician to make sure
the outlet is properly earthed.
Where an unearthed wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal
responsibility and obligation to have
it replaced with a properly earthed
wall outlet.
The refrigerator
should always be
plugged into its own
individual electrical
outlet. This provides
the best performance
and also prevents
overloading house
wiring circuits which
could cause a fire
hazard from overheated
wires. Please refer to
the rating plate on the
refrigerator for the correct voltage, wattage
and frequency. If the product plug does
not fit your outlet, the product should be
fitted with a new plug.
IMPORTANT: The refitting of electric
plugs and cables should be done by a
qualified technician or service agent.
In some countries the refitting of electric
plugs and cables is only permitted when
the work is completed by a qualified
technician.
If the power supply cord becomes damaged,
it must be replaced by a qualified service
agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling
on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly
and pull straight out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all power
cords that have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that shows
cracks or abrasion damage along its length
or at either end.
When moving the refrigerator away from
the wall, be careful not to roll over or
damage the power cord.
Mains lead replacement
If the mains lead on your refrigerator
needs replacing at any time, it must be
replaced by a special lead which is
obtainable from your local dealer. A charge
will be made for the replacement of the
mains lead if you have damaged the lead.
The refrigerator must be positioned so that
the plug is accessible.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Earthing plug
Insure proper
earthing exists
before using.

Controls and Features
Beverage Center
Interior light
and switch
The interior light makes it easy to view
your beverage labels and enhances the
display of your collection.
When the switch is in the OFF position,
the light comes on only when the door
is opened. When the switch is in the ON
position, the light remains on continuously
for your maximum viewing pleasure. For
best viewing, do not store a bottle on
the top shelf directly under the light.
Remember to turn off the light when
it is no longer needed.
Glass shelves
Tempered glass shelves in the beverage
center unit are removable for easy
cleaning or for storing larger items.
To 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 forward.
To replace a shelf, open the door
completely to avoid potential damage
to the gasket. Tilt the shelf to one side
at an angle and slide toward the back wall,
placing one side onto the shelf support.
Place the other side onto the opposite
shelf support. Ensure rear locking tabs
are engaged. When installed properly,
the shelf will not slide forward when
gently pulled.
Temperature
control
Do not install the beverage center where
the ambient temperature will go below
55°F (13°C) or above 90°F (32°C).
As with any refrigeration product, there is
a slight temperature variance at different
locations within the cabinet.
The coolest area will be in the lower part
of the cabinet.
The cooler area will be in the middle
section.
The upper part of the cabinet is the
warmest section.
When the temperature is adjusted, allow
24 hours for the unit to stabilize.
To set the control, turn it to the midpoint
setting (approximately 7ºC). Once the
beverage center is loaded, allow at least
24 hours before making any adjustments
to the initial setting.
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To remove, lift up on the back of
the shelf
Tilt the shelf at an angle while
removing or replacing
Place in slots when replacing
the shelf

Operating Instructions
Beverage Center
Loading
tips and
suggestions
The bottom two full extension drawers
hold six bottles each and are loaded with
necks facing the rear. Tall bottles should
not be loaded on the bottom drawer
because they may prevent the door from
closing.
Do not allow children to climb, stand
or hang on the beverage center shelves
or full extension drawers. They could
seriously injure themselves and possibly
cause damage to the beverage center.
NOTE: This unit is for storing beverages
only and not intended for the storage of
perishable foods.
Bottom drawer arrangement
Removing
full
extension
drawers
The bottom full extension drawers pull
out so bottles can conveniently be added
or removed.
The upper full extension slide can be
removed for magnums or larger bottles.
To remove:
1. Pull the full extension drawer out to
the STOP position.
2. Push the tab on right drawer guide
down while pulling the tab on left
guide up, and pull the drawer out.
To replace:
1. Push the drawer slide arm back into
the unit.
2. Pull the small slide sub assembly
completely forward.
3. Insert the sides of the drawer back
into the guides.
4. Push until the tabs lock into place.
Tab (push tab down on right
drawer guide, pull tab up on
left drawer guide)
Wood drawer
fronts
The full extension drawer fronts on the
beverage center are unfinished cherry
wood. During use, oil from hands may
accumulate and stain the wood.
•The drawer fronts may be stained and
sealed to match adjacent cabinetry. The
tinted glass will make the stained wood
appear darker. A true color match can be
seen only when the door is opened.
•Apply the stain and sealer according to
the manufacturer’s instructions. To avoid
unpleasant odor, keep the door open to
ventilate and allow the stain/sealer to dry
completely before using the product.
NOTE: Natural wood may vary slightly in
grain and color.
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NOTE: Make sure the tabs on the full
extension drawer guides are fully engaged
before loading any bottles. Pull the drawers
out all the way to the STOP position and
push back in several times to make sure
locking tabs are properly engaged.
To replace, push drawer slide
arm back into unit
Pull small slide sub assembly
completely forward

Cleaning
the inside
Turn the beverage center unit OFF or
unplug the unit before cleaning. 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 a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleans
and neutralizes odors. Thoroughly rinse and
wipe dry.
Other parts of the beverage center unit—
including the door gaskets, full extension
drawers and glass shelves—can be cleaned
the same way.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot
water because the extreme temperature
difference may cause them to break. Handle
glass shelves carefully. Rough handling of
tempered glass can cause it to shatter.
Drain hole
Periodically check the drain hole and
channel for any debris. If the drain is
blocked, condensation will not drain
properly.
To check and clean the drain hole, remove
the bottom two glass shelves. Sweep a damp
cloth along the channel in the back of the
beverage center. Use a finger to sweep away
any debris from the drain hole.
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.
Door gasket
The vinyl gasket may be cleaned with mild
soap and water, a baking soda solution or
a mild scouring powder. Rinse well.
After cleaning the door gasket, apply a
thin layer of paraffin wax or petroleum
jelly to the door gasket at the hinge side.
This helps keep the gasket from sticking
and bending out of shape.
Care and Cleaning
Beverage Center
Unplug the beverage center before cleaning.
Cabinet
The exterior surfaces can be washed with
mild soap and water. Rinse thoroughly
with clear water. Never use abrasive
scouring powders.
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Drain hole

Care and Cleaning
Beverage Center
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Light bulb
replacement
Unplug the beverage center before
replacing the light bulb.
To remove the light shield, push in the tab
on the left side of the shield and lower it.
Replace with a 15 watt appliance bulb.
In the event
of a power
failure
If the power fails, open the door as
infrequently as possible to maintain
the temperature.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Unplug the beverage center before cleaning.

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Built-In Dimensions
Beverage Center
Cut-out dimensions:
Height: 875–890 mm
Width: 603 mm minimum
Depth: 610 mm minimum
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 a full door swing so
you have full access to the pull-out full
extension drawers.
See the Installation Instructions for
complete directions.
NOTE:
Handle and handle standoff
depth is 45 mm
Product
clearances
The beverage center is factory set for a
110° door swing.
When installed in a corner:
•Allow 100 mm minimum clearance on
the hinge side for the 90° door swing
and to allow racks to slide out.
•Allow 360 mm minimum clearance on
the hinge side for a full 110° door swing.
•The door swing is reversible on all
models. If desired, change the door
swing before installation.
Choose the location:
•These products may be closed in on the
top and three sides as long as the front
is unobstructed for air circulation and
proper access to the door.
•Do not install these products where the
temperature will go below 55°F (13°C)
or above 90°F (32°C).
•Do not install where it will be subject to
direct sunlight, heat or moisture.
Black or Stainless Steel Toekick Options
These products are shipped with a black
toekick installed. An optional stainless
steel toekick is also supplied with each
product. For shipping purposes, the
stainless steel toekick is secured to the
back of the unit.
360 mm Min.
to Wall
110°
530 mm
600 mm
100 mm Min.
to Wall
90°
90°Door Swing
876 mm
603 mm 603 mm

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Reversing the Door Swing
Beverage Center
To reverse
the door
Parts included:
1. Top left case hinge
2. Bottom left case hinge
3. Left and right side decorative hinge
cover
4. Decorative hinge screw hole cover
5. Torx®driver bit
Tools required:
1. Phillips screwdriver
2. Electric drill
To remove the door:
1. Flatten the shipping carton to use as
a pad.
2. Remove the 2 screws and the toekick.
Set aside the screws and toekick for
final installation.
3. Use the supplied Torx®bit and electric
drill to remove the 3 screws holding
the top case hinge. Lift off the hinge.
(Screws will be used to install the
new hinge.)
4. Lift the door off the bottom case
hinge.
5. Remove the bottom case hinge pin
and bracket.
Rotate the door:
The handle will be on the right side of the
door; hinges will be installed on the left
side of the case.
1. Remove the door stop and cam riser
on the original bottom right side of
the door.
2. Remove the fill plug on the top right
side of the door.
3. Turn the door over and reinstall the
fill plug on the new left side.
To reinstall the door:
1. Install the original door stop and cam
riser onto the bottom left side
of the door.
2. Install the new supplied bottom case
hinge pin and bracket onto bottom
left side.
3. Place the door onto the bottom case
hinge.
4. Install the supplied left-hand top case
hinge with the 3 original screws.
5. Select the hinge cover marked with
an “L”.
6. Peel backing off the tape inside the
decorative hinge cover.
7. Press and snap
the hinge cover
into place.
8. Snap the screw
hole cover into
place on the
opposite side.
IMPORTANT: Check to be sure screws
are tight and that the door is straight and
does not sag. The door should swing freely.
NOTE: See Installation Instructions to
apply hinge cover and screw hole cover.
Position nameplate:
Apply the Monogram nameplate on the
door using the template included in the
installation instructions.
Install Covers
Remove
Top Hinge
Remove
Hinge
Install
3 Hinge
Screws
Door Stop
and Cam Riser
Hinge
Pin and
Bracket

Questions?
Use this
problem
solver!
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
APPLIANCE • Appliance may be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for
DOES NOT OPERATE about 30 minutes.
• If interior light is not on, appliance may not be plugged in at
wall outlet. Push the plug completely into the wall outlet.
• The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. Replace fuse or reset
the breaker.
VIBRATION OR • Adjust the leveling legs as shown in the Installation Instructions.
RATTLING (Slight
vibration is normal.)
MOTOR OPERATES • Normal when appliance is first plugged in. Wait 24 hours for the
FOR LONG PERIODS appliance to completely cool down.
OR CYCLES ON AND • Often occurs when large amounts of beverages are placed in appliance.
OFF FREQUENTLY This is normal.
• Door left open or package holding door open.
• Hot weather or frequent door openings. This is normal.
• Temperature control set at the coldest setting.
See Temperature Control. Allow 24 hours for temperature to change.
COMPARTMENT • Temperature control not set cold enough.
TOO WARM See Temperature Control. Allow 24 hours for temperature to change.
• Warm weather or frequent door openings.
• Door left open for long time.
• Package may be holding door open.
APPLIANCE • Interior needs cleaning. See Care and Cleaning.
HAS ODOR • Keep open box of baking soda in appliance; replace every 3 months.
DOOR NOT • Door gasket is sticking or folding over. Apply petroleum jelly
CLOSING or paraffin wax to the face of the gasket.
PROPERLY • The door is hitting an internal component inside the appliance.
Adjust interior components to prevent interference.
MOISTURE FORMS • Not unusual during periods of high humidity. If bothersome,
ON OUTSIDE OF wipe surface dry; otherwise, moisture will evaporate in time.
APPLIANCE • Door left open or package holding door open.
FROST OR MOISTURE • Too frequent or too long door openings.
COLLECTS INSIDE • In humid weather, air carries moisture into appliance when door
is opened. Unit will dissipate moisture in time. If bothersome,
wipe surface dry.
• Temperature control set at coldest setting.
INTERIOR LIGHT • No power at outlet.
DOES NOT WORK • Light bulb needs replacing. See Care and Cleaning.
The Problem Solver
Beverage Center
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