GE Monogram ZBD4200 - Manual (Page 12)

Using the dishwasher
Dishwasher
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Detergents Use only detergent specifically made for use in
dishwashers. Keep your detergent fresh and
dry. Do not put powder detergent into the
dispenser until you are ready to wash dishes.
You will find two detergent dispensers on the
inside door of your dishwasher. All wash cycles
require detergent in the main cup. Wash cycles
with two washes will also use the open cup.
The amount of detergent to use depends on
whether your water is hard or soft. With hard
water, fill the main cup and open cup
completely. With soft water, fill both cups
halfway. When using automatic dishwashing
detergent tabs, simply place one in the main
cup and close.
Protect your dishes and dishwasher by
contacting your water department and asking
how hard your water is. Twelve or more grains
is extremely hard water. A water softener is
recommended. Without it, lime can build up
in the water valve, which could stick while open
and cause flooding. Too much detergent with
soft water can cause a permanent cloudiness of
glassware, called etching.
NOTE: To open detergent cup after it has
been closed, unlatch the door. Press the
START/RESET pad three times within two
seconds and the detergent cup will release.
You may also turn the detergent cup handle
counter-clockwise until it releases.
A snapping sound may be heard.
Open Cup
Main Cup
Adding a
Forgotten
Dish A forgotten dish can be added any time before
the detergent cup opens.
1. Push the door latch to the left.
2. Do not open the door until the water
spray action stops. Steam may rise out of
the dishwasher.
3. Add forgotten dishes.
4. Close the door and push the latch to the
far right.