GE Monogram ZBD1870 Owner'S Manual Download Page 5

Junked or abandoned dishwashers are
dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a 
few days.” If you are getting rid of your old
dishwasher, please follow the instructions 
below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Dishwasher:

Take off the door of the washing compartment
or remove the door latch keeper (as shown).

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PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE DISHWASHER

WARNING! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

Door latch keeper

Hold nut at top of dishwasher
while removing screw

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose 
as described in this Owner’s Manual.

Use only powder, tabs, liquid detergents or rinse
agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and
keep them out of the reach of children. 

Cascade

®

,

Cascade

®

Complete

and 

Electrasol

®

Automatic

Dishwashing Detergents, and

Jet-Dry

®

and

Cascade Crystal Clear

®

rinse agents have been

approved for use in all GE dishwashers.

Locate sharp items so that they are not likely 
to damage the door seal.

Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce
the risk of cut-type injuries.

Do not wash plastic items unless marked
dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic 
items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.

Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are properly in place.

Do not tamper with controls.

Do not abuse, sit on or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.

Do not allow children to play around dishwasher
when opening or closing door due to the possibility
of small fingers being pinched in door.

Do not discard a dishwasher without first removing
the door or the door latch keeper of the washing
compartment.

Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.

Do not allow children to play with, on or inside this
appliance or any discarded appliance.

WARNING! 

When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions,
including the following:

Summary of Contents for Monogram ZBD1870

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Dishwasher ZBD1850 ZBD1870...

Page 2: ...m 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 a...

Page 3: ...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 Sol...

Page 4: ...sing any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system This simple procedure will allow any built up hydrogen gas to escape Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open fla...

Page 5: ...r use in all GE dishwashers Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not wash plastic ite...

Page 6: ...meant for loads of everyday dishes glasses and cookware with medium soils that have not been pre rinsed This cycle also includes heated dry LIGHT 4 4 gallons 85 minutes This cycle is meant for loads...

Page 7: ...ecting the wash cycle Step 2 and delay hours Step 3 if desired close the door of the A CYCLE dishwasher to start the cycle or begin the DELAY HOURS countdown When the cycle starts the drain begins and...

Page 8: ...e sure the dishwasher door is fully open 2 Turn the dispenser cap to the left and lift it out 3 Add rinse agent until the indicator window looks full 4 Clean up any spilled rinse agent with a damp clo...

Page 9: ...ergent NOTE Using a detergent that is not specifically designed for dishwashers will cause the dishwasher to fill with suds During operation these suds will spill out of the dishwasher vents covering...

Page 10: ...ow these loading guidelines Features and appearance of racks and silverware baskets may vary from your model Lower Rack When loading the lower rack do not load large platters or trays in the front lef...

Page 11: ...et with handles down Mix knives forks and spoons so they don t nest together Distribute evenly Small plastic items such as measuring spoons and lids from small containers should go in the bottom of th...

Page 12: ...for cleaning the door panel for your specific model Stainless Steel Door Panel model numbers ending in SS The stainless steel panels can be cleaned with Stainless Steel Magic or a similar product usin...

Page 13: ...Cleaning the Filters For best performance and results the filter assembly must be cleaned regularly The filter efficiently removes food particles from the wash water allowing water to be recirculated...

Page 14: ...into it if a drain clogs The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher It is not covered by your warranty Not all plumbing codes require air gaps so you may not have one The air gap is easy to clean 1...

Page 15: ...amount of clean water around the outlet of the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water seal lubricated Suds in the tub Correct detergent Use only automatic dishwasher detergents wasn t used...

Page 16: ...section Make sure detergent is fresh If water is extremely hard a water softener may be required Cloudiness on glassware Combination of soft water This is called etching and is permanent and too much...

Page 17: ...ure it is on Reboot your control Turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker or wall switch for 30 seconds then turn back on Steam This is normal Steam comes through the vent during washin...

Page 18: ...and model number available when calling for service Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to y...

Page 19: ...800 626 2224 In Canada 1 800 561 3344 You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in ef...

Page 20: ...20 Notes Dishwasher...

Page 21: ...Notes Dishwasher 21...

Page 22: ...22 Notes Dishwasher...

Page 23: ...ral Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 34980 Louisville KY 40232 2150 Place 1st Class Letter Stamp Here GE Appliances Consumer Product Ownership Registration Important Mail Toda...

Page 24: ...you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at monogram com Consumer Product Ownership Registrat...

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