Monogram ZDT800 User manual

OW er's
Manual
Built-In Dishwashers
monogram.com 49-55086 09-13 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.corn
Contents La section fran_aise commence 6 la page 33
La secci6n en espa#ol empieza en la p6gina 65
Appliance Registration ....................... 3
Care and Cleaning ...................... 21, 22
Consumer Services............... 3, Back Cover
Model and Serial Number Location ............ 3
Operating Instructions .................... 6-12
Control Panel and Operation ............ 6-9
Lighting Features ......................... !0
Water Temperature ...................... !0
RinseAgent .............................. !0
Dish Preparation Prior to Loading ......... !0
Detergents ............................... 12
Detergent Dispenser...................... 12
Dishwasher Racks.................... 14-20
Problem Solver.......................... 23-25
Safety Instructions ......................... /4-5
U.S.A.Warranty ............................. 26
Canada Warranty ........................... 27

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.cam
Write
down the
model &
serial
numbers
You can locate your model and serial numbers
on the tub wall just inside the door. Beforesending in the card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these 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, KY40225
For customers in Canada:
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.E1C9M3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING --
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire,
explosion, electric shock, and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
,A WARNING! WATER HEATER SAFETY
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two or
more weeks. HYDROGENGASISEXPLOSIVE.
Ifthe hot water has not been usedfor two or more weeks, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning
on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Dothis before usinganyelectrical appliance
connected to the hot water system.This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape.Since
the gas isflammable, do not smoke, usean open flame, or usethe appliance during thisprocess.
, WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
[] Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
asdescribed in this Owner's Manual.
[] Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place.
[] Do not store or use combustible materials including
gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
[] Donot abuse, sit on, hang from, or stand on the door
or dishrack of the dishwasher.
[] Donot tamper with controls.
[] Donot wash plastic items unless marked dishwasher
safe orthe equivalent. Forplasticitems notso marked,
check the manufacturer's recommendations.
WARNING! 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 GEAppliances.com In Canada, visit www.GEAppliances.ca.
[] Connect the dishwasher/appliance to a grounded [] Do not attempt to repair or replace any part
metal,permanent wiringsystem;orrun an equipment-
grounding conductor with the circuit conductors and
connectto the equipment-grounding terminal or lead
ofthe appliance.
[] Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a riskof electric shock.Check
with a qualified electrician or service representative
ifyou are in doubt whether the appliance isproperly
grounded.
[] Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping
or packing material properly.
of your dishwasher unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referredto a qualified technician.
To minimize the possibility of electric shock,
disconnect this appliance from the power supply
before attempting any maintenance.
NOTE:Turningthedishwasher off doesnot disconnect
theappliancefrom the power supply.We recommend
having a qualified technician serviceyour appliance.

READ IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING --
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
_k WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
[] Do not allow children to play with, on, or inside this appliance at any time.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER
Junked or abandoned dishwashers are dangerous...even if they will sit for "just a
few days." If you are getting rid of your dishwasher, please follow the instructions
below to help prevent accidents. ,/
[] Donot allow children to playwith, on, or insidethis or any discarded appliance.
[] Take off the door of the washing compartment or remove the latch by
removing the two screws from the latch receiver inside the tub (as shown). Two screws
CAUTION: Topreventminor injury ond property domoge
[] During or after wash cycle, contents may be hot to
the touch. Usecare before handling.
[]Using a detergent that is not f_
specificallydesignedfor dishwashers p,,i!,_,_--
will cause the dishwasher to fill with _ .....
suds.
[] Non-Dishware Items: Do not wash items such as
electronic air cleaner filters, furnace filters and
paint brushes in your dishwasher. Damage to the
dishwasher and discoloration or staining of the
dishwasher may result.
CAUTION: ELECTRICAL
[] Thisappliancemust be suppliedwith 120V,60 Hz,and
connected to an individual,properlygrounded branch
circuit protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breakeror
time-delay fuse.
[] If the electric supply provided does not meet the
above specifications, it is recommended that a
licensed electrician install an approved electrical
connection.
[] Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is
used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play around the dishwasher when closing the door,
closing the upper rack, or while vertically adjusting
the upper rack due to the possibility of small fingers
being pinched.
[] Load light-weight, plastic items so they do not
become dislodged and drop to the bottom of the
dishwasher-they might come into contact with the
heating element and be damaged.
[] Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to
damage the door seal.
[] Load sharp kniveswith the handles up to reduce the
risk of cut-type injuries.
[]Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
REQUIREMENTS
[]Your dishwasher circuit should not be used for
any other appliance while the dishwasher is in
operation as the dishwasher requires the 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.
_NOTICE
[] If your dishwasher is connected to a wall
switch, ensurethat the switch ison prior to
use.
[] If you choose to turn the wall switch off
between wash cycles,allow 5-10 seconds
after turning the switch on beforetouching
STARTto allow the control to initialize.
[] Use only powder, Cascade® Platinum Pacs, liquid
detergents or rinse agents recommended for use
in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach
of children. Cascade® Platinum Pets Automatic
Dishwashing Detergent, and Cascade®Complete
Rinse Aid rinseagents are recommended for use in
all GEdishwashers.
READAND FOLLOW TH S SAFETYINFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS s

Control Panel/Operation
Dishwasher
SELECT WASH DRY WASH DELAY
START CYCLE TEMP OPTIONS ZONES 1-12 HRS
HOLD 3 SEC TO ENERGY SMART
CANCEL CYCLE HOLD 3 SEC
TO OVERRIDE
]BOTTLE
PRESOAK WASH
©_o_©
CONTROL
LOCK
Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary.
Control
Settings D oad Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow the loading guidelines found in the Loading the dishwasher
section. No pre-rinsing of normal food soil is required. Scrape off hard soils, including bones,
toothpicks, skins, and seeds. Remove leafy vegetables, meat trimmings, and excessive amounts of
grease or oil.
Add Detergent
Add needed amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser. Use a detergent such as Cascade®
Platinum Pacs.See Detergent Dispenser in the Using the dishwasher section.
Add Rinse Agent
Add Rinse Agent to the rinse agent dispenser. See Use a RinseAgent in the Using the dishwasher
section.

Control Panel/Operation
Dishwasher
EESelect Cycle
Press the SELECTCYCLEbutton for the desired wash cycle. Pressing the SELECTCYCLEbutton will
show various cycles in the display window. Pressthe button until the desired cycle isshown.
NOTE:Actual cycle times vary based on soil level, water temperature, and options selected.
The cycle may be selected with the door in the open position. The cycle will not start until after the
door is closed and STARTselected within l0 seconds.
AutoSense This cycle automatically senses the soil level and adjusts the wash cycle
accordingly. *Time range: 1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours l0 minutes.
Heavy This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes, cookware, pots, or pans with dried-on
or baked-on soils. Everyday dishes are safe to be used in this cycle. *Time: 2 hours
31 minutes.
Normal Thiscycle is meant for normal everyday soillevelsand isdesignedto conserve both
water and energy.*Time range: 1 hour 15 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes.
NOTE:Normal was usedto rate the energy efficiency ofthis dishwasher.
Light This cycle isfor light to medium soiled dishes. It issafe for china and crystal. *Time:50
minutes.
Rinse For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent. Detergent
is not dispensed during the rinse cycle. *Time: 16 minutes.
Express Thiscycle will quickly wash lightly soileddishes.*Time:32 minutes. Forfaster drying,
(onsomemodels) select Power Dry. Thefinal rinsetemperature will be increased. Power Dry will add
15 minutes to the cycle time. When the Cleun light comes on, open the door, pull
the racks out, and the dishes will "flash" dry in approximately five minutes.
eWash This cycle will efficiently wash dishes using about 2 gallons of water and .8 KWhr.
(onsomemodels) Selecting Power Dry with this cycle addsan energyefficient 1 1/2 hour dry period.Drying
isaccomplished with an efficient 2 watt fan.*Time: 1hour 3 minutes.
*Washing time only. Does not include drying time, Auto Hot Start, or options. NOTE:If the incoming
water temperature istoo low, the Auto Hot Start feature may add up to 11 minutes of additional
time.

Control Panel/Operation
Dishwosher
Control
Settings E_ elect Options
The light by the selected button will be lit to indicote which Option hos been selected.
Normal Temp This option is for normolly soiled dishes, optimizes wosh performonce while
conserving energy.
Boost Temp This option increoses the temperoture to help cleon heovily soiled dishes ond moy
increose the overoll cycle time. Option moy be turned On or Offduring the wosh
cycle. This option will olso improve dry performonce on the Normal cycle.
Sanitize Ternp This option roises the woter temperoture in the finol rinse to sonitize your dishwore.
The cycle length will vory depending on the temperoture of your inlet woter.
NOTE'.This option is monitored for sonitizotion requirements. If the cycle is
interrupted during or ofter the moin wosh portion or if the incoming woter
temperoture is so low thot odequote woter heoting connot be ochieved, the
sonitizing conditions moy not be met. In these coses, the Sonitized light will not
illuminote ot the end of the cycle. Utilizing this option will modify the cycle to meet
the requirements of Section 6, NSF184 for soil removol ond sonitizotion efficocy.
NOTE'.NSFcertified residentiol dishwoshers ore not intended for licensed food
estoblishments.
Power Dry Shuts off the drying option. Dishes oir dry noturolly ond energy issoved. Open the
Off dishwosher door to speed drying.
Power Dry For normol ond quiet dry performonce while mointoining energy efficiency. This
On option moy odd up to 65 minutes to the cycle time. This option is not ovoiloble with
the Rinse cycle.
Max Dry For improved drying performonce. This option moy odd up to 65 minutes to the
cycle time. This option is not ovoiloble with the Rinse cycle.
Pre Sook Use this option to improve wosh performonce with heovy or dried-on soils.This
option is ovoiloble on Heavy, AutoSense, ond Normal cycles ond moy odd up to
30 minutes to the cycle time.
Wash Zones Selecting either the Upper or Lower Wash Zones will torget dishwoshing ofjust
one rock. This will shorten the cycle time ond conserve energy. This option should
be used when dishes ore ploced in only one rock.
Bottle Wash This option increoses the time thot the bottle jets ore on ond moy odd up to 2:3
minutes to the cycle time. Use this to wosh difficult to cleon, dishwosher sole
boby bottles, sport bottles, toll coffee cups, etc. See use recommendotions in the
Loading the dishwasher section.
Delay Hours Deloys the stort of o wosh cycle up to 12 hours. Press Delay Hours, to select the
number of hours, then press STARTone time ond close door to begin countdown.
The cycle will stort once ollotted time hos expired.
Control You con lock the controls to prevent selections from being mode. You con olso lock
Lock the controls ofter you hove storted o cycle to prevent cycle chonges. For exomple,
children connot occidentolly stort the dishwosher by pressing buttons with this
option selected.
To LOCKthe dishwasher control, press ond hold both the Pre-Soak ond Bottle
Wash buttons for :3seconds. The Control Lock light will turn on to indicote the
control is locked.
To UNLOCKthe dishwasher control, press ond hold the Pre-Soak ond Bottle
Wash buttons for :3seconds. The Control Lock light will turn off to indicote the
control is unlocked.
Energy
Smart When connected to o smort meter ond your electric compony, the dishwosher will outomoticolly delay storting o cycle during the more expensive peok demond
times, ond run when demond is low. However, you con override the deloy settings
ond use the dishwosher os needed. Leorn more (]bout Energy Smart under the
Using the Dishwasher section.

Control Panel/Operation
Dishwasher
%
E3
Start Dishwasher
Start
Interrupt
or Pause
Cancel
Open door to select the desired options. Press the STARTbutton and close the
door within lO seconds to start the cycle or begin the Delay Hours countdown.
Thewash cycle will begin shortly after closing the door. The display will turn off if
the door remains open for two minutes. To activate the display, close and open the
door or press any button.
To interrupt or pause a dish cycle, slowly open the door. Opening the door will
cause the wash cycle to pause. The dishwasher will beep every minute to remind
you to close the door. To restart or resume the cycle, press START,and close the
door within lO seconds.
Tocancel a wash cycle, press and hold the STARTbutton for 3 seconds and close
door. The dishwasher will drain, emit a beep sound, and the wash cycle light will
turn OFF.
Cycle Indicator Lights and Sounds
Cycle Sanitized Displayed at end of the cycle when Sanitize Temp has been selected and the
dishwasher has met requirements for sanitization. See SanitizeTemp, for complete
description.
Cycle Complete Displayedwhena wash cycleiscomplete.
Low Rinse Aid Displayedwhen rinseagent islowor empty.Seepage Z0for Usea RinseAgent.Toturn
indicator off,pressthe Pre-Soakbutton 7timeswithin 5 seconds.Repeatthis processto
turn the LowRinseAidindicator back on.
Cycle Status Theindicator lighton the doorfront will changecolorto indicatethe wushstatus.Duringthe
wash cycle,theindicator lightwill be amber.Whenthe wash cycleiscomplete,the lightwill
changeto green.
Sounds Thedishwasherwill emit a soundto indicate cyclecompletion,button presses,and door
ajar.Tomute all sounds,pressthe Dry Options button 7 timeswithin 5 seconds.Repeatthis
processto turn soundsbackon.
Door Wake
Up Mode To turn this option ON/OFF, press and hold the START and WASH TEMP buttons for 5 seconds. In the OFF mode, the control display, control sounds, and interior lights
(on some models) will not respond to the door opening/closing. This mode can be
used when observing certain religious holidays such as the Sabbath. To activate
the control and interior lights, press any button.

Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Lighting
Features
Water
Temperc]ture
Interior Lights
The interior LEDlights provide better visibility for
loading and unloading. Do not look directly into
the LEDlights. They turn on when the door is
opened and turn off when the door is closed.
The lights will turn off after 15 minutes if the door
remains open. To turn the lights back on, close
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.
The entering water must be at least 120°F (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.
Recommended
Dishwasher
Products
GErecommends the following products for use in
its dishwashers:
. Foryour manual detergent dispenser,Cascade@
Platinum Pacsare recommended. Powders,
liquids, and gels may also be usedbut may not
work as effectively.
. Foryour rinse agent dispenser, Cascade@
Complete Rinse Aid.
Useo Rinse
Agent
10
Rinseagents,such asCascade®Complete Rinse
Aid are designed for great drying action and to
protect against spots and film build-up on your
dishes,glasses,flatware, cookware, and plastic.
Filling the Dispenser
Therinseagent dispenser holds 3.5oz.(104ml) of
rinse agent. Under normal conditions, this will last
approximately one month.
r_ Makesurethedishwasherdoorisfullyopen.
r_ opentheRinseAgentdispenserdoor.
r_ Slowlyaddrinseagentuntilthecupisfull.Youmay
needto pauseseveraltimestoallowrinseaidto
settle.
_-...
lndicctor
,indow
E] Cleanupanyspilledrinseagentwith adampclothto
preventfoamfromforminginsidethedishwasher.
r_ ClosetheRinseAgentdispenserdoor.
Rinse Aid Setting
Theamount of rinseagent releasedinto the final
wash can be adjusted. Ifwater drops or hard water
spots remain on dishes after the dry cycle,increase
the setting.
To adjust the setting
Open the RinseAgentdispenser door; then turn
the adjuster clockwise to increase the amount of
rinse agent, counterclockwiseto reducethe amount
of rinseagent.
Clockwise to reduce Counterclockwise
water drops and to reduce foaming
hard water spots

Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Energy
Smart Energy Smart enables your dishwasher to reduce
energy consumption during periods of high
energy costs. If you are in an area where your
electricity provider charges variable rates at
different times of the day, your dishwasher will
inform you of those times when you are paying
the highest rate. You can then either delay
starting your dishwasher until the rate goes
down; or you can override the feature and run
your dishwasher at your convenience.
What you will need:
r_ smart Meter that will communicate with your
dishwasher. Consult your local electricity
provider to determine if the technology is
available in your area.
E]An Energy Smart dishwasher model (ZDT800
or ZDT870).
r_An Appliance Communication Module (ACIVl).
Please visit, gebrillion.com to order the
communication device that will need to be
installed in the dishwasher.
Leak
Protection If a leak is detected, the dishwasher will drain and
the cycle will stop. The display will show "LEAK
DETECTED".Call for service.
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Using the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Detergents The detergent dispenser is located in the center of the
dishwasherdoor.Ithastwo compartments.Themainwash
compartment is found inside the detergent dispenser.
To open, press the button on the side of the dispenser.
Thepre-wash compartment is on the lid of the detergent
dispenser.Usethe pre-wash compartment onlywhenyour
water is extremely hard or when you have a heavy soiled
load.Thepre-wash compartment is not usedwhen tablet
or packetdetergentsare used.
NOTE:Donot loadlarge itemsin the lowerrack where
they may blockthe washjets from rinsingout the
detergent dispenser.
Number of
Grains/Gal. Detergent Cups to Fill
Lessthan 4 Fillcup to 1/3 full
4 to 8 Fillcup to 2/3 full
8 to 12 Fillcup completely full
Greater than 12 Fillboth main wash cup and pre
wash cup
Main
Wash
Pre-Wash
12
Detergent
Dispenser
Youmay usetablet,packet,powder,liquid orgelautomatic
dishwasher detergent.Makesureyou useonly 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 useof improper detergents.
Detergents should be stored in a dry location and in their
original container to prevent loss of effectiveness. Place
detergent inthe cupjust prior to starting the dishwasher
and then close the cover.The cover will open during the
wash cycle.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
GErecommends usingdetergent in tablet or packet form.
Independent testing has shown this form of detergent is
very effective in the dishwasher. Cascade ® Platinum
Pacs are an example of this type of detergent. Simply put
a tablet or packet into the main wash compartment and
slide to close the detergent cup cover. Please notice that
the tablet or packet must be placed in the main wash
compartment of the detergent cup. Ifthe tablet or packet
is tossed in the bottom of the dishwasher, the detergent
will be flushed clown the drain in a very short period of
time and will thus be wasted. Wash performance will be
very poor as a result.
If you 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. Water hardness is
measured in grains per gallon. Use this information and
the table above to determine the amount of detergent
to use. You may purchase a hard water test strip
from GE. Call 1-877-959-8688 and ask for part number
WD01X10295.InCanada, call1-800-661-1616.
Agent
Push/Slide
to Close
Usingtoomuchdetergentwithverysoftand/orveryhotwater
may cause a condition called etching on your glassware.
Etchingis a permanentcloudinessin your glassware.This
conditionisirreversible.However,usingtoo littledetergentwill
causepoorwashperformance.
Usethe tableas a startingpointand thenadjusttheamount
of detergent you use. Usejust enoughto get good wash
performance.Usingjust the right amount of detergentwill
providegreatwashperformancewithoutwastingdetergentor
etchingglassware.
DO NOT USE HAND DISH DETERGENT
m
m
NOTE:Using a detergent that is not specificallydesigned
for dishwasherswill cause the dishwasherto fill with suds.
Duringoperation,these sudswill spillout of the dishwasher
vents,coveringthekitchenfloorand makingthefloorwet.
Becauseso many detergentcontainerslookalike,store the
dishwasherdetergent in a separate space from all other
cleaners.Showanyone who may use the dishwasherthe
correctdetergentandwhereitisstored.
Whiletherewillbeno lastingdamageto thedishwasher,your
disheswillnotgetcleanusingadishwashingdetergentthat is
notformulatedforautomaticdishwashers.

Notes
Dishwasher
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Loading the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.
Upper
Rack
Bottle Wash
Theupperrackisprimarilyforglasses,cups,and
saucers.Forbestwashperformance,tilt cupand
glassopeningstowardthecenteroftherack.Other
itemssuchaspots,pans,andplatesmaybeplaced
intheupperrack.Thisisalsoa secureplacefor
dishwasher-safeplasticitems.Theupperrackcan
beusedfor oddsizedutensils.Saucepans,mixing
bowls,andothersimilarlyshapeditemsshouldbe
placedfacedownfor bestwash performance.The
dishwasherhasa hiddenheater,sodishwashersafe
plasticitemscanbeplacedinthelowerrack.
IMPORTANT:Ensurethatitemsdo notprotrude
throughthe bottomoftherackor silverwarebasket
wheretheywillblocktherotationofthemiddlespray
arm.Thiscouldresultin noiseduringoperationand/
or poorwashperformance.
IMPORTANT:Ensureitemsintheupperrackdonot
interferewiththe 3rdRack(onsomemodels)when
loadingandunloading.
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UpperRack
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TheBottle Wash systemistheideallocationto
positionbabybottlesandtall sportsbottles.The
Bottle Wash clipshold bottleswithsmallopenings
in placesowaterjets aredirectedinsidethe bottles
tocleanhardto reachareas.Clipscanbeinstalledor
removedbysimplyslippingtheclipopeningoverthe
topofthenozzle.
sports"'bottle held in
place over a Bottle
Wash clip
Baby bottle held in
place under a Bottle
Wash clip
Theupperrackallows2"ofadjustmentup ordown
to accommodatelargeitems.Theupperrackmay
beloweredbypushingthelongflapsoneachsideof
the rack.Thiswillallowyoutolowertherack(seefig.
UpperRack).Toraisetherack,liftup ontherackuntil
the racklocksin place.
CAUTION: Aloadedupper
rack may be heavier than anticipated. To
prevent minor injury or damage to the
contents, do not raise or lower the upper
rack after the rack is loaded.
Toadd flexibilityinloading,the utilityshelf(on
somemodels)maybe placedinthe up or down
position.Theshelfmayalsobeusedto secure
stemwaresuchaswineglasses.Becausethese
stemwareitemscomeinvarioussizes,slowlypush
the rackin to ensurethe itemsdo not bumpinto
the edgesofthedishwasher,whichmaycause
damageto theitems.
Thefold downtines (onsomemodels)provide
flexibilityfor extra-largeand hard-to-fit items.
Thetine rowscan beadjustedto a verticalor
lay-downposition.

8 Place Settings - Upper Rack
Hodel - ZDT800
Loading the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Hodel - ZDT870
10 Place Settings -Upper Reck
Model - ZDT800 Hodel-ZDT870
12 Place Settings -:Uppe r Rack
Model - ZDT800 : Model - ZDT870
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Loading the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.
Lower
Rack The lower rack isbest used for plates, saucers and
cookware items. Large items, such as broiler pans
and baking racks should be placed along the sides
of the rack. If necessary, oversized glasses and mugs
can be placed in the lower rack to maximize loading
flexibility. Plates,saucers and similar items should be
placed between the tines in the direction that allows
the item to remain secure in the rack.
NOTE:Do not load large items in the lower rack where
they may block the wash jets from rinsing out the
detergent dispenser.
Thelower rack fold down tines can be adjusted
to different upright angles or placedflat to provide
flexibility for hard-to-fit or extra-large items.
3 Angled
Positions
Available
or Folded
Down
Thereversible tine blocks are designed to allow
greater flexibility in loading dishes.Thedirection of the
tine blocks can be changed to match your preferred
loading direction as shown in FigureA or FigureB.
FigureA FigureB
Toadjust the tine block
WARNING! The clips can be o choke
hazordforsmallchildren.Keepoutofreachof
children.
Tochange the direction of the fold down tines, lower
the tines,then pull away from the bar clipsthat secure
the tines to the rack and remove. Reversethe direction
of the tines,orienting the handle on the opposite side of
the rack. Reattach the tines to the bar clips by pushing
the tines back until they click in place. Theindexerwill
also need to be switched to the opposite sideof the
dishwasher.Toremove the indexer,simply slide itthe in
the direction labeled "unlock." Then,align the indexer
with the rack on the other sideand slidein the direction
that says"lock"in order to reattach the indexerto the
rack.
direction, remove the clips
securing the tine blocksto
the racksby pulling up on
the tab, then gently flex the
retaining wire from the center
to unseat the tine block from
the lower rack.Thetine block
may beturned in the opposite
direction to reverseloading
direction. Securethe tine block
to the rack usingthe same
process and be sureto snap
the clipsback in place.
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IMPORTANT:It is important to ensure that items do
not protrude through the bottom of the rack or the
silverware basket where they will block the rotation
of the lower spray arm. Also, ensure that large plates,
pots, or tall items don't hit the mid spray arm. This
could result in noise during operation and/or poor wash
performance.
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8 Place Settings - Lower Rack
Model - ZDT80O
Loading the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Model - ZDT870
10 Place Settings - Lower Rack
Model - ZDT800 Model - ZDT870
12 Place Settings - Lower Rack
I4ode] - ZDT800 Model -ZDT870
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Loading the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.
3rd Rack The 3rd rack is the recommended location for
silverware and has 2 trays:
(on some
Silverware
UtensilTray Tray
The utensil tray holds serving spoons, chop sticks,
spatulas, cutlery, whisks, etc. Be sure not to overlap
the utensil heads.
The silverware trey holds silverware individually in
slots and ispositioned by alternating the heads of the
silverware.
Thesetrays may be removed to allow for easierloading
and unloading, changing the sidethat the trays are on,
or to create extra space for the upper rack.
To remove atray, fully extended the 3rd rack, grasp
both the front and back handles on one tray and gently
lift the tray out of the rack. To replace the tray, grasp
both handles and gently place it on the rack sothat the
deepest part is towards the center of the rack.
CAUTION! Take care when loading,
unloading, or transporting the silverware or
utensil trays. The trays may contain sharp or
heavy items. If items are dropped from the trays
or the treys are dropped, injury could occur.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Do not place cutlery of different materials next to
each other in the 3rd rack. Doing show may cause
discoloration of the cutlery.
The trays are only meant to be used with a GE
3rd rack dishwasher to hold silverware, cooking
utensils, and other small items. Using the trays for
any other purpose could result in damage to the
trays or damage to anything interacting with the
trays.
Ensure that the 3rd rack isfully closed before
shutting the dishwasher door. Shutting the door
with the rack partially extended could cause
damage to the dishwasher.
8 Place Settings - Model: ZDT870 i0 Place Settings - Model: ZDT870 12 Place Settings - Model: ZDT870
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on how to load silverware

Looding the Dishwosher
Dishwasher
The 3rd rack is also removable to allow extra large items to be placed in the upper rack.
To remove the 3rd rack:
r_ Remove the silverware and utensil trays.
(Seethe IMPORTANT NOTESin this section.) r_ Pushthe rack all the way to one side so that
a gap between it and the side rail forms on
the other side. Align the side rail posts with
the center of the clips on the rack and lift
straight up.
Railposts Align rail posts with
on inside Pullrack up
of rails
Rack
Pushrack to
one side
Rail
will
in or out
of this
opening
Rack
Rail
post
r_continuing to hold the rack in the lifted
position, repeat on the other side.
El Once the rack is removed, push the side
rails all the way back into the dishwasher.
To replace the 3rd rack:
r_ Extendbothsiderailsfully outof thedishwasher.
[] Orientthe rack so that its sideclips are aligned
and centeredwith the postson the siderail and
lowertheclips ontothe posts.
r_ Movetherackto one sideofthe dishwasheruntil
the clipsfall ontothe posts.
E] Continuing to hold the rack in the lifted
position, repeat on the other side.
r_ once the rack is replaced, pull it all the way
out to lock it in place in its side rails.
Rack
clips
post
Pullrack all the way
out to lock it in place
r-6-1Replace the silverware and utensil trays.
Rail
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Loading the Dishwasher
Dishwasher
For best dishwashing results, follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of racks and silverware
baskets may vary from your model.
Silverware
Basket
(onsome
models)
Place flatware in the removable silverware baskets.
Sharp objects, such as forks and knives, may be
placed with the handles facing up, in order to protect
your hands. For the best wash performance, place
other items such as spoons with the handles facing
down. Avoid allowing items to nest together, which
may keep them from being properly washed. When
loading, distribute items evenly in the basket.
IMPORTANTNOTE:
Donot load large ortall utensils where they may block
the detergent dispenser, mid spray arm, or become
trapped between the door and the gasket when the
door is closed.
The silverware baskets may also be used for small
items, such as measuring spoons, baby bottle nipples,
plastic lids,or corn cob holders. The silverware basket
covers can be closed to contain small items.
The silverware basket may be positioned by placing
the hooks on the back of the basket over the top wire
on the sides of the lower rack.
Silverware/flatware is loaded using the silverware basket lids. This ensures great wash performance of the
silverware. Loading in this manner prevents nesting and makes sure all items are washed uniformly.
8 Place Settings - Model: ZDTSO0 I0 Place Settings - Model: ZDT800 12 Place Settings -
Models: ZDTSO0& ZDT870
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