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MODEL SERIES:

TECHNICAL SERVICE GUIDE

Top Control Monogram

Dishwashers

ZBD6800K

ZBD6880K

ZBD6890K

GE Consumer & Industrial

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

The information in this service guide is intended for use by

individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,

electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a

major ap pli ance may result in personal injury and property

damage. The man u fac tur er or seller cannot be responsible for the

in ter pre ta tion of this in for ma tion, nor can it assume any liability in

connection with its use.

WARNING

To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before ser vic ing this

prod uct. If electrical power is required for di ag no sis or test pur pos es,

disconnect the power immediately after per form ing the nec es sary

checks.

RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES

If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to

complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be

returned to their original position and properly fastened.

GE Consumer & Industrial

Technical Service Guide

Copyright © 2004

All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part

in any form without written permission from the General Electric Com pa ny.

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Active Vent .......................................................................................................................20

Circulation Pump and Motor ............................................................................................12

Component Locator Views .................................................................................................8

Components ....................................................................................................................10

Control Features ................................................................................................................5

Control Module ................................................................................................................18

Demo Mode .....................................................................................................................13

Control Module Board ......................................................................................................18

Detergent/Rinse Module .................................................................................................19

Door Interlock Switch ......................................................................................................19

Door Panel ......................................................................................................................17

Drain System ...................................................................................................................15

Factory Test Mode ...........................................................................................................22

Fan ...................................................................................................................................20

Fill Funnel ........................................................................................................................11

Heating Element ..............................................................................................................13

Lower Spray Arm, Fine Filter, and Inlet Cover .................................................................11

Main Conduit ...................................................................................................................11

Membrane Keypad ..........................................................................................................17

Middle Spray Arm ............................................................................................................10

Nomenclature ...................................................................................................................4

Schematic ........................................................................................................................25

Service Mode ...................................................................................................................21

Strip Circuits ....................................................................................................................24

Transorb ..........................................................................................................................16

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................23

Turbidity Sensor ...............................................................................................................14

Upper Spray Arm .............................................................................................................11

Using the Dishwasher with the Upper Rack Removed ....................................................10

Warranty .........................................................................................................................26

Wash Cycles ....................................................................................................................12

Water Valve and Flood Switch ........................................................................................15

Water Valve Test .............................................................................................................16

Table of Contents

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Model Designator

Designates features – the higher

the number, the more features.

The letter des ig nat ing

the year re peats every

12 years.

Example:

T - 1974

T - 1986

T - 1998

Z B D 6 8 0 0 J 0 0 B B

Brand

Z = Monogram

Product Type

DB = Built-In Dishwasher

Exterior Color

BB = Black

CC = Bisque

SS = Stainless Steel

WW = White

II = Integrated*

Model Year Designator

Engineering Model Suffi x

Model Number

The fi rst two characters of the serial number

identify the month and year of manufacture.

Example: AG123456S = January, 2004

A - JAN 2005 - H

D - FEB 2004 - G

F - MAR 2003 - F

G - APR 2002 - D

H - MAY 2001 - A

L - JUN 2000 - Z

M - JUL 1999 - V

R - AUG 1998 - T

S - SEP 1997 - S

T - OCT 1996 - R

V - NOV 1995 - M

Z - DEC 1994 - L

Note: The service information sheet is located

un der the control panel.

Serial Number

The model number and serial number are located inside the door jam. The mini-manual is located behind

the toe-plate.

*Note: The exterior color,

II = Integrated, requires a

panel kit.

Nomenclature

Mini Manual

Model and Serial Number

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Control Features

1. Wash Cycles Use the arrow pads to scroll through the wash cycles. The light above or next to

the selected pad will be ON to indicate which WASH CYCLE has been selected.

NOTE: This dishwasher is equipped with an ExtraClean™Sensor with automatic

temperature control; therefore, cycle length and time may vary depending on

soil (heavy, medium, light) and temperature conditions.

ANTI Heavy 10.0 gallons, 93 minutes

BACTERIAL Medium 8.6 gallons, 90 minutes

Light 7.2 gallons, 90 minutes

This cycle raises the water temperature in the final rinse to sanitize your

dishware. The cycle length will vary depending on the temperature of your inlet

water.

NOTE: The Anti-Bacterial cycle is monitored for sanitization requirements.

If the cycle is interrupted during or after the main wash portion or if the

incoming water temperature is so low that adequate water heating cannot

be achieved, the sanitizing conditions may not be met. In these cases, the

sanitized light will not illuminate at the end of the cycle.

NOTE: NSF certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food

establishments.

COOKWARE Heavy 11.4 gallons, 95 minutes

Medium 10.0 gallons, 71 minutes

Light 10.0 gallons, 66 minutes

This cycle is meant for heavily soiled dishes or cookware with dried-on or

baked-on soils. This cycle may not remove burned-on foods. Everyday dishes are

safe to be used in this cycle.

NORMAL Heavy 9.9 gallons, 74 minutes

Medium 7.0 gallons, 61 minutes

Light 5.6 gallons, 48 minutes

This cycle is for medium/heavily soiled dishes and glassware.

SPEED CYCLE Heavy 9.3 gallons, 36 minutes

(on some models)

Medium 7.2 gallons, 36 minutes

Light 5.7 gallons, 33 minutes

This cycle is for everyday dishes and glassware.

CHINA Heavy 10.0 gallons, 49 minutes

CRYSTAL Medium 7.2 gallons, 36 minutes

Light 7.2 gallons, 36 minutes

This cycle is for lightly soiled china and crystal.

8 1 432 5 6

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910

NSF INTERNATIONAL

Meets NSF Standard 184 Sanitization and Cleaning

performance of household spray-type dishwashers.

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ZBD6800 and ZBD6880

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GLASSES Heavy 10.0 gal., 45 min.

(on some models) Medium 7.2 gal., 33 min.

Light 7.2 gal., 32 min.

This cycle is specifically designed for glasses.

PLASTICS Heavy 9.9 gal., 119 min.

CYCLE Medium 7.0 gal., 106 min.

(on some models) Light 5.6 gal., 93 min.

This cycle is specifically designed to reduce the risk of melting plastic items

and improve plastic drying for dishwasher safe plastic items.

RINSE ONLY Heavy 2.9 gallons, 7 minutes

Light 1.4 gallons, 3 minutes

For rinsing partial loads that will be washed later. Do not use detergent with

this cycle.

2. DELAY START —This option will allow you to delay the start time of any wash cycle for up to

24 hours (depending on model).

• Select the delay start time you want by pressing the DELAY START pad.

Multiple or continuous pressing will increment the delay hours. Select the

number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycle. Then press

START/RESET.

• After closing the door, the machine will count down and automatically start

at the correct time.

NOTE: To cancel the DELAY START selection before the cycle begins, press

the DELAY START pad until the display is blank. Pressing START/RESET will

not cancel delay hours.

3. ADDED HEAT — When selected, the cycle will run longer with heating elements on to improve

both wash and dry performance.

NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle.

4. PRE WASH — For use with heavily soilded and/or dried-on, baked-on soils. This option

(on some models) MUST be selected PRIOR to starting the cycle. This option adds 16 minutes

to the cycle time.

NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle.

5. HEATED — When selected, turns the drying heater and fan on for fast

DRY drying. This option will extend the cycle time by 30 minutes for

the ANTI-BACTERIAL cycle, 38 minutes for the NORMAL cycle and

COOKWARE cycle, 8 minutes for the SPEED cycle, 15 minutes for the

PLASTICS cycle and 30 minutes for all other cycles. When this is NOT

selected, the fan will turn on to dry your dishes without added heat—and

energy is saved.

NOTE: Cannot be selected with RINSE ONLY cycle.

6. LOCK — You can lock the controls to prevent any selections from being made. Or you

can lock the controls after you have started a cycle.

Children cannot accidentally start the dishwasher by touching pads with this

option selected.

To lock the dishwasher, press and hold the HEATED DRY pad for 3 seconds.

To unlock the dishwasher controls, press and hold the HEATED DRY pad for

3 seconds. The light above the LOCK will turn off.

(Control Features Continued)

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7. Status Indicator Lights

(indicators vary by model)

The Status display tells you what is happening while the dishwasher is in

operation and may flash, indicating a malfunction. The lights will come ON,

indicating the sequence of the dishwasher operation.

SENSING Displayed while the ExtraClean™Sensor is measuring the amount of soil and

temperature of water. The dishwasher will adjust the selected cycle to achieve

optimal performance.

ADD-A-DISH Displayed during prewash indicating that dishes added now will still be

cleaned.

WASHING Displayed during prewash, main wash and rinse periods.

DRYING Displayed during HEATED DRY.

SANITIZED Displayed when cycle has met sanitization conditions.

CLEAN Displayed when a wash cycle is complete and enhancements are complete.

8. Time Remaining Display (on some models)

During operation, the display shows the minutes remaining until the cycle is complete. The

display may adjust the remaining time while the Sensing light is on. During a delay start, the

display will show hours of time remaining until the cycle starts.

9. START/RESET

START — After selecting the cycle and desired enhancements, press the START/RESET

pad to ready the dishwasher to begin the cycle. Close the door to start the

cycle or begin the DELAY START countdown. When the cycle starts, the water

fill begins and approximately 60 seconds later the wash action begins.

The dishwasher will always display your last selection and enhancements. If

you don’t want to change the settings, simply press the START/RESET pad to

ready the dishwasher and close the door to begin the cycle.

NOTE: If the START/RESET light is flashing, the cycle has been

interrupted by pressing the START/RESET pad. Light will quit flashing

after the dishwasher automatically drains out the water.

Also, if a power failure occurs NORMAL and HEATED DRY will automatically

be programmed. Make any new selections and press the START/RESET pad

to begin the new cycle.

RESET — Open the door slowly to prevent splash-out. Press the START/RESET pad

to cancel the cycle and close the door. Dishwasher will pump out and turn off

after 70 seconds.

NOTE: If the START/RESET light is flashing, close the door until the water

pumps out (this takes approximately 70 seconds) and the light stops flashing.

When the light stops flashing, the dishwasher can be reprogrammed and

restarted.

10. Clean — The CLEAN light is illuminated and a double beep will sound when the

selected cycle and enhancements are complete. You may remove the dishes

at any time. Note the high-efficiency fan will run quietly for 30 minutes to 4

hours (depending on selected cycle) after the CLEAN light is illuminated to

continue drying the dishes. This can be interrupted by opening the door and

pressing any keypad.

NOTE: To turn off the double beep indicator (or re-activate it if it was

previously disengaged), press the HEATED DRY pad 5 times within 3

seconds. A triple beep will sound to indicate the end-of-cycle beep option

has been toggled.

(Control Features Continued)

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Component Locator Views

Door View (Front Panel Removed)

Inside Cabinet View

1 - Upper Spray Arm

2 - Middle Spray Arm

3 - Main Conduit

4 - Hub (lower spray arm

removed)

1

2

3

Fan Conduit

Fan Motor

Circulation Pump Motor Junction Box

Control Module

Flood Switch

Detergent Rinse Module

Vent & Fan Assembly

Door Interlock Switch

5 - Filter Screen

6 - Heating Element

7 - Float

8 - Inlet Cover

7

4

6

5

8

Vent Louver Motor

Wire Harness Loom

Note: The wire

harness loom is

used to help the wire

harness make the

transition over the

tub trough lip. Make

certain loom and wires

are replaced correctly

to prevent wires from

being pinched.

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Fill Funnel

Bottom View

Left Side View

Front of Dish wash er

Rear of Dish wash er

Water Valve

Fill Hose

Drain Tube Assembly

Drain Line Check Valve

Junction Box

Sump

Drain Pump

Drain Line

Circulation Pump Motor

Turbidity Sensor

Transorb

Flood Switch

Check Valve

Heating Element

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Middle Spray Arm

Check the holes in the spray arm for bits of china,

seeds, and other foreign matter. Also, check the

spray arm for rotation.

Removal and Replacement

1. Pull the upper rack all the way out.

2. Remove the plastic screw on the bottom of

the middle spray wash arm. This will allow

the middle spray arm and bearing to be

removed.

Note: Install middle spray wash arm with spray

jets facing the upper rack. Place bearing between

spray arm screw and bottom of the middle arm.

Components

Note: If the upper rack experiences poor cleaning

problems, ensure the middle spray wash arm

is turning freely. If not, disassemble the middle

spray wash arm and clean the bearing surface,

then reassemble.

Using the Dishwasher with the Upper

Rack Removed

1. Unsnap and remove the end cap on each side

of the rails.

2. Pull the rack straight out and off the rails.

3. Replace the end caps.

4. Push the rails all the way back into the

dishwasher.

5. Slide the shower nozzle attachment over the

spout.

6. The dishwasher is now ready for use.

Note: Always use the shower nozzle when the

upper rack is removed.

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Fill Funnel

The top section of the fi ll funnel separates from

the main body. The fi ll funnel body is held in place

by a nut (located on the inside of the dishwasher).

Rotate the nut counterclockwise to remove the

main body. There is an O-ring seal be tween the

fi ll funnel and dish wash er tub. Make certain the

O-ring is fully seated when reinstalling.

Main Conduit

The main conduit supplies water to the middle

and upper spray wash arms.

Removal and Replacement

1. Pull the upper rack out.

2. Push the tab on the outer slide cap in and

remove the slide cap.

3. Remove the upper basket.

4. Release the bottom conduit tab.

5. Release the 2 center conduit tabs, then

remove the main conduit.

Upper Spray Arm

Check the holes in spray wash arm for bits of

china, seeds, and other foreign matter. Also,

check the spray arm for rotation.

To remove the upper spray wash arm, remove the

upper basket (See Middle Spray Wash Arm), then

remove the screw and upper spray wash arm.

Lower Spray Arm, Fine Filter, and Inlet

Cover

Check the holes in the spray arm for bits of china,

seeds, and other foreign matter. Also check the

spray arm for rotation. If soil is present, clean fi ne

fi lter screen.

The lower spray arm can be removed by gently

lifting and rotating it coun ter clock wise.

The nut hub can be removed by rotating it

counterclockwise.

Caution: Use care to avoid breaking the clip on

the hub when removing the main conduit from

hub.

Note: When installing the fi ne fi lter, make sure

the drain port of the fi lter is engaged with the

drain for the fi ne fi lter.

O-ring

Nut

Lower

Spray Arm

Nut Hub

Cover Inlet

Hub

Float Dome

Coarse Filter

Fine Filter

Drain Port

Fine Filter

Assembly

Main Conduit

Mounting Scre

w

Main Conduit

Drain For

Fine Filter

Main Conduit

Tab

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Circulation Pump and Motor

The dishwasher must be removed from its

in stal la tion to gain access to the circulation pump

and motor. The circulation pump can be activated

using Service Mode. Refer to sche mat ic or strip

circuit for motor resistance value.

Before removing the circulation pump, remove

the water from the sump.

It is important to remember the motor does not

start immediately when the dishwasher cycle has

started. If the motor hums, but will not start, make

certain the pump impeller is free from obstruction

and the motor shaft can turn freely.

The terminals on the induction motor are labeled

L1 and N. The motor is thermally protected

(internally) through the L1 side. The wiring

connector is blue to match the wire leading to

the motor. It is designed to fi t only one way on

the terminals. Make certain the connector is fully

seated when installing.

Note: It is extremely important that the self-

tapping grounding screw is tightened securely

when reinstalling the circulation pump.

Ground Screw

Circulation Pump and Motor Strip Circuit

MIN MAX MIN MAX HEATED DRY W/O HEATED DRY

Normal Wash 3 1 3 32 88 1302150238 120 240

Speed Wash 3 1 2 19 26 125315038120 240

Glasses 3 1 3 26 39 1103130330 120 240

China Crystal 3 1 3 30 52 1103130330 120 240

Pots & Pans 4 1 3 44 108 1403150338 120 240

Sani Wash 3 1 3 21 100 130315838+154120 240

Rinse Only 0 0 2 2 2 80 158 Not An Option Not An Option 240

Plastics 3 1 3 39 88 1302140245/605120 240

Time is in minutes

Temperature is in degrees Fahrenheit

1.) Cycle times do not include water fill and drain

2.) Heater on in main wash and final rinse

3.) Heater on in all pre-washes, main wash and all rinses

4.) 8 minutes heated dry and 15 minutes cool down

5.) 45 minutes without heated dry, 60 minutes with heated dry

6.) Fan running time after cycle has completed

FAN ON TIME6

WASH TEMPERATURE

WASH TIME1

CYCLE

MAX # OF

PRE-WASH

CYCLES

WASH

CYCLE

MAX

#

RINSE

CYCLES

HEATED

DRY TIME

Wash Cycles

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Heating Element

The heating element can be activated using

Service Mode.

The dual-wattage heating element produces 875

watts during wash, to help heat the water, and

an effective wattage due to cycling of 700 watts

during the dry cycle.

It is normal for the heating element to cycle during

HEATED DRY. The control energizes the heating

element continuously for the fi rst 6 minutes, then

cycles the heating element ON for 60 seconds,

then OFF for 60 seconds for the remainder of the

HEATED DRY cycle.

Selecting ADDED HEAT will energize the heater

for the entire time during the last prewash cycle

and the fi nal rinse cycle. Circulation time during

the fi nal rinse is increased 2.8 times the normal

with this option. If selected after the wash cycle

has started, the feature will not take effect until

the beginning of the next fi ll. This option is not

available for the RINSE ONLY cycle.

Water inlet temperature must be at least 120°F

for proper drying. Low water inlet tem per a ture

will pre vent proper con vec tion air move ment and

increase drying time sub stan tial ly.

If the problem is that the dishes are not drying

cor rect ly, don’t overlook the rinse agent. A rinse

agent will improve the water sheeting action and

drying performance.

It is normal for the stainless steel tub and the

inner door panel to retain water droplets even

though the dishes are dry.

The heating element nuts are located on the

underside of the washer, near the back. Ample

force is required to remove the nuts. Removing

the dishwasher from installation may be required.

Tub

Nut

Heating Element

Support

Heating

Element

Heater

Grommet

Heating Element Strip Circuit

J2-3

J2-4

VX

VX

J1-1

Heating Element (17 Ohms)

WX

Demo Mode

• Demo mode is entered by pressing the down

arrow and ADDED HEAT pads simultaneously

for 5 seconds.

• When entered, the NORMAL and ADDED

HEAT LEDs blink for 3 seconds, and the

active vent will close.

• Pressing a pad will light the corresponding

LED.

• Pressing the START/RESET pad will

activate the main pump for 20 seconds, and

each cycle LED will be lit in sequence for 3

seconds (left to right).

• On 3-digit display models, the display will

sequence 999, 888, 777, 666, 555, etc.,

before running the main pump.

• The cycle will end after the main pump stops.

The drain cycle will not be energized.

• To exit the demo mode, the dishwasher must

be disconnected from power.

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Note: When replacing the turbidity sensor, always

run the Factory Test Mode to calibrate the turbidity

sensor to the control board.

When installing the turbidity sensor, align the key

on the sensor with the keyway on the sump.

Turbidity Sensor

The turbidity sensor is located on the side of the

sump.

Note: If the turbidity sensor circuit fails to open or

is shorted, the sensing LED on the control panel

will not light, and the unit will operate for the

maximum amount of time, using the maximum

number of wash and rinse fi lls for the selected

cycle.

The turbidity sensor also contains the thermistor

for automatic temperature control.

The thermistor’s resistance has a negative

temperature coeffi cient. As the temperature

increases, the resistance goes down. At 75°F, the

resistance is approximately 9.9K Ω. At 140°F, the

resistance is approximately 2.8K Ω.

Turbidity Sensor Test

The Service Mode is the most accurate way to

test the turbidity sensor circuit. The turbidity

sensor circuit con tains the control module, wiring,

and the tur bid i ty sensor.

The turbidity sensor measures the amount of

suspended particles in the wash water in the

sump. The control sends the turbidity sensor a

pulse width modulated 5-volt signal for calibration

and usage during operation.

The control then receives an analog signal of

the sensed turbidity, which is processed by the

microprocessor.

The baseline reading is taken during the fi rst fi ll

when the sump water level is between the 1/4- to

3/8-in. gap between the LED transmitter and the

receptor. Successive tur bid i ty mea sure ments

are sup plied to the control module and used to

de ter mine whether any prewash or rinse cycles

can be skipped. The sensing LED is on during all

prewash cycles and during the fi nal rinse.

Decisions are based on a com par i son of clean

water mea sure ments at the beginning of the fi rst

fi ll, mea sure ments taken at selected fi lls, and

water tem per a ture. By measuring the turbidity

level, the control module can conserve energy

on lightly soiled loads by skipping un nec es sary

cycles.

Turbidity Sensor

Key

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Note: To prevent leaks after installation, ensure

that hose-to-valve connection is good and that

clamp is in place.

Water Valve and Flood Switch

The water valve is a 120 VAC solenoid valve that

is switched on/off by the control module. The

fl ood switch acts as a safety switch ONLY and

does not control normal operation of the water

valve. The fl ood switch opens the L1 side of the

water valve circuit.

The switch is normally open. The weight of the

fl ood switch fl oat holds the switch closed. The

fl ood switch will not stop the fl ow of water if the

valve sticks open from a mechanical failure.

The water valve can be replaced with the

dish wash er installed.

WARNING: Disconnect power to dishwasher

before servicing water valve and fl ood switch.

The water valve is secured to the frame by 2 hex

head screws. (Photo is shown with fl ood switch

removed.)

Water Valve

Flood Switch

Drain System

The drain system consists of the following

com po nents:

• Auxiliary drain pump (includes motor and one-

way check valve)

• Drain tube

• Check valve (in line with drain tube)

• Drain hose

The inlet cover prevents large particles from

entering the sump. Water entering the drain pump

is not fi ltered by the fi ne fi lter (metal) or by the

sump fi lter (plastic). The drain pump is mounted

on the sump and contains a one-way check

valve. The drain pump is controlled by the control

module and can be activated using Service Mode.

The fl ood switch is held in place by 2 Phillips

head screws.

Auxilary Drain Pump strip Circuit

The drain pump utilizes a 120V AC motor. The

motor should read approximately 16 Ω.

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Water Valve Test

1. Attempt to activate water valve using Service

Mode. Pump out water as necessary using

Service Mode. If an in ter mit tent failure is

suspected, activate water valve 5 times

using Service Mode. Water valve should stay

on for 50 to 71 seconds per ac ti va tion and

should not turn on and off during the 50 to 71

second activation time. A normal fi ll will be

approximately 1.49 gallons.

2. If the water valve is not operating properly or

water level is low, check the following:

• Water valve, fl ood switch, fl ood switch

fl oat and stem, transorb, and then main

control. The fl ood switch should open

when the water level is approximately

1/4-in. above the base (bottom) of the fl oat

dome.

• Resistance through the water valve

so le noid coil - 750 Ω to 1200 Ω.

• Clogged screen in water valve.

Transorb

The dishwasher contains a transient absorber

(transorb) in the water valve circuit. The transorb

absorbs electrical transients created when the

water valve is turned off. It is wired in the harness

between the line and the neutral side of the water

valve circuit. If the transorb fails, it may create a

short circuit that would cause the circuit breaker

to trip when the water valve is activated.

To check the transorb, disconnect power to the

dishwasher and unplug the connector from the

water valve. Measure the resistance between

the two terminals in the connector. The transorb

is good if the resistance measurement is 100K

ohms or higher.

To replace the transorb, order the kit

WD35X10025. It contains a transorb with two

attached butt connectors and instructions. The kit

allows you to splice a new transorb into the wire

harness.

Transorb Location

A shorted transorb can damage the water valve

circuit in the electronic control. If the transorb

has failed, replace the electronic control along

with the transorb to prevent future related control

problems

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Membrane Keypad

The door panel must be removed to access the membrane keypad (see Door Panel).

• When removing the membrane keypad, peel the keypad from right to left.

• When installing, make sure the membrane button areas and lights align with the keypad.

• On models with an LED display, the display is held in place by 2 Phillips head screws.

Note: When replacing the keypad membrane, always run the Factory Test Mode to calibrate the keypad

membrane to the control board.

1

PADS CONNECTOR PINS

13 & 15

12 & 17

12 & 16

12 & 15

11 & 15

11 & 16

11 & 17

Door Panel

The door panel covers the main control board, detergent cup, vent fan, motor, louver, and door-interlock

switch.

The outer door panel is held in place by 12 screws (5 Phillips head screws per side and two 1/4-in. hex

head screws at the bottom).

Note: Ribbon cable(s) connect the keypad membrane (3-digit display on some models) to the control

circuit board. Due to the ribbon length, care must be taken when removing the door panel to ensure

that the ribbon cable(s) are not damaged.

Note: When troubleshooting, always check resistance between pins 18 and 19:

• 7-keypad membrane should read approximately 22K Ω.

• 6-keypad membrane should read approximately 75K Ω.

When a control pad is pressed, continuity is present on the corresponding pins

(see chart). Example: If the HEATED DRY pad is pressed, you should have

continuity between pins 12 and 17. To locate pin numbers, note location of pin

1 for reference point. (See illustration.)

7-Keypad Membrane Shown

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Control Module

The door panel must be removed to access the control module (see Door Panel). The main control is

considered a “smart” control, capable of learning the water temperature and turbidity characteristics of

the home.

It is normal if the cycle times vary over a period of time from the factory default settings due to

temperature and water quality.

The control module is held in place by a single screw that secures the module to the right side of the

inner door panel. (The screw is located on the outside of the inner door panel.)

Screw

J1

J2

J3

J7

J5

J8

J1 - Door Interlock Switch

J2 - Heating Element, Circulation Pump, Drain Pump, Fan, Water Valve, Detergent Module

J3 - Turbidity Sensor

J5 - Vent Louver Motor

J7 - Membrane keypad ribbon cable connector

J8 - LED ribbon cable connector for 3-digit display (some models)

Control Module Board

Note: When replacing

the control module,

always run the Factory

Test Mode to calibrate

the keypad membrane

and turbidity sensor to

the control board.

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Detergent/Rinse Module

The door panel must be removed to access the

detergent/rinse module (see Door Panel).

The detergent rinse module is held in place by 6

Phillips head screws and 2 brackets.

When deactivated (2), the lever returns down the

left-hand path and comes to rest under the notch

in the center of the connecting rod.

At the second activation (3), the lever lifts the

con nect ing rod by the notch. This action lifts the

rinse dispenser plunger and re leas es the rinse

agent. When deactivated, the lever returns to its

original start ing position.

The detergent/rinse mod ule au to mat i cal ly

dis pens es both the de ter gent and the rinse

agent at the ap pro pri ate times. The module is

activated 2 times during a wash cycle. Detergent

is dispensed at the beginning of the main wash

cycle and rinse agent at the beginning of the

fi nal rinse. The detergent/rinse module can be

activated using Service Mode.

The fi rst time the module is activated:

The lever slides up the right-hand path of the

connecting rod (1). This action releases the

de ter gent cover.

1

2

3

Bracket

Bracket

Door Interlock Switch

The door interlock switch opens the L1 circuit

when the door is open. The switch is replaced as

an assembly.

The door panel must be removed to access the

door latch switch (see Door Panel).

The door latch switch is held in place by 3 Phillips

head screws.

If the door is unlatched while running a wash

cycle, the cycle countdown will pause and the

vent will open. If unlatched for more than 15

seconds during a wash cycle, the control will

beep once every 15 seconds until the door is

relatched.

– 20 –

Active Vent

The active vent consists of the fan, motor,

housing, and vent louver motor.

The active vent helps to reduce the noise level

and heat loss when in the closed position. The

control module supplies +/- 12 VDC to the vent

louver motor. The control module reverses

polarity to drive the motor in a clockwise or

counterclockwise (open or closed) direction.

The vent closes 8 seconds after the main pump

is switched on during the fi rst fi ll cycle and opens

during the drying cycle (heated and non-heated).

The vent is open during cooldown periods or

when the unit is not in use.

If the vent is closed and the door is opened during

the wash cycle, the vent will open. When the door

is closed again, the vent will remain open for 8

seconds, then close again to fi nish the cycle.

It is normal for water vapor to come through the

active vent during the dry cycle. The active vent

can be opened and closed using the Service

Mode.

The vent louver is held in place by a single screw.

Remove the motor from the mount by rotating the

motor 90° in the mount and sliding it out between

the tabs.

Note: The gear in the mount is held in place with

the motor.

Vent Motor Strip Circuit

Note: Foam with double-sided tape holds the

conduit in place. The foam tears easily if pulled

during removal of the housing.

Six Phillips head screws hold the fan and motor

to the vent housing.

Note: This also applies to the RINSE ONLY

cycle. Since heated dry is not an option with

RINSE ONLY, the fan will run for approximately 4

hours before turning off.

To access the vent fan and motor, remove the

door panel (see Door Panel).

The vent fan and motor housing are held in place

by:

• 4 long, silver Phillips head screws.

• 2 short, brass Phillips head screws (see

photo).

Fan

During natural dry, the fan runs for approximately

4 hours after the last drain cycle is completed

(clean light on). During heated dry, the fan runs

for approximately 2 hours after the last drain

cycle is completed. If the door is opened, the fan

stops and the control stops counting down. When

the door is relatched, the fan will start again and

the control will continue to count down. Touching

any key will turn off the fan.

– 21 –

Service Mode

Note: Service mode may be used for 30 minutes maximum. After 30 minutes, the service mode will

automatically turn off.

Note: 3-digit display models only:

• On 3-digit display models, when the service mode activates the auxiliary pump (up arrow pad), the

display shows a digital equivalent of the turbidity value.

• During this test, if the display reads 97, or the value does not change regardless of whether there is

clean or dirty water and the wiring connections are OK, the turbidity sensor should be replaced.

• When the service mode activates the main pump (down arrow pad), the display shows a digital

equivalent of the temperature sensor thermal value.

• During this test, if the display reads 130 regardless of water temperature and the wiring connections

are OK, the turbidity sensor should be replaced.

To enter service mode, press and hold the down arrow and heated dry keypads simultaneously for 3

seconds. All LEDs light for 3 seconds when service mode is entered. To exit service mode, press the

START/RESET at any time.

PAD Description Notes

1L Activates/Deactivates Heater and Fan Test times out after 6 minutes.

2L Activates/Deactivates Water Valve Operates until fl ood switch opens.

3L Activates/Deactivates Detergent Cup Clean LED ON. Can take up to 40 seconds for

detergent cup to open.

4L Activates/Deactivates Auxiliary Pump Cookware LED ON.

5L Activates/Deactivates Main Pump Normal LED ON.

START/RESET Used to exit Service Mode

6 PAD CONTROL

PAD Description Notes

1L Activates/Deactivates Heater and Fan Test times out after 6 minutes.

2L Not Used

3L Activates/Deactivates Water Valve Operates until fl ood switch opens.

4L Activates/Deactivates Detergent Cup Clean LED ON. Can take up to 40 seconds for

detergent cup to open.

5L Activates/Deactivates Auxiliary Pump Cookware LED ON.

6L Activates/Deactivates Main Pump Normal LED ON.

START/RESET Use to exit Service Mode

7 PAD CONTROL

3L

4L

5L

2L 1L

START

RESET

4L

5L

6L

3L 2L

START

RESET

1L

– 22 –

Always run the factory test mode to calibrate when replacing the turbidity sensor, control

module board, and membrane keypanel.

The factory test mode is the most accurate way to test the turbidity sensor circuit which contains

the control module, wiring, and turbidity sensor. Factory test mode will test the thermistor (used for

automatic temperature control) that is contained in the turbidity sensor and will test the transmitter that

is contained in the turbidity sensor.

Entering Factory Test Mode

Note: This mode can only be entered within the fi rst 2 minutes after power-up. After 2 minutes, factory

test mode is unavailable.

Disconnect power from dishwasher. Wait 10 seconds and connect power to dishwasher. Press

the UP and DOWN keypads simultaneously for 3 seconds (This step must be performed within 2

minutes of power-up). The control will step through the test cycle for the preset amount of time. Press

DELAY/START or (DELAY/HOURS on some models) to advance to the next step.

TEST CYCLE

1. All LEDs illuminate for 10 seconds.

2. Vent fan energizes for 5 seconds, then the active vent closes.

3. Detergent module is activated. Water valve energizes for 60 seconds.

4. Main pump is energized. Water valve continues fi lling for an additional 10 seconds.

5. Heater is energized and main pump continues to run for an additional 60 seconds.

6. Dishwasher pauses for 40 seconds. During this time the turbidity sensor, control module board, and

membrane keypad are being calibrated.

a. The control module will beep continuously and the lock icon LED will light if:

1) The temperature sensor check does not fall between the limits (42°F to 199°F).

2) The control receives an analog signal outside the expected range for the turbidity sensor.

3) The EEPROM was not read correctly.

7. Drain pump energizes for 75 seconds.

8. The detergent module is energized for 60 seconds and the water valve is energized for 70 seconds.

9. The heater and main pump are energized for 60 minutes. (Press DELAY/START DELAY/HOURS on

some models) to advance to the next step before control times out.

10. Active vent opens, drain pump is energized for 75 seconds, then active vent closes.

Note: If the calibration test fails, check the following:

• Make certain the dishwasher is not located on a non-insulated outer wall where the temperature at

the turbidity sensor may be below 42°F.

• The turbidity sensor may be dirty. Run a rinse only cycle with one cup vinegar or use citric acid

crystals (WD35X151) to clean the sensor.

Factory Test Mode

– 23 –

Troubleshooting

Note: Carefully remove the keypad

label. When replacing the keypad label,

make sure the lights and pads align

properly with the membrane.

3-Digit Display Does Not Work

Keypad Does Not Work

Disconnect power to the

dishwasher.

Access the control circuit board.

Remove and reseat the 3-digit

display connector.

Does the display work?

Replace the 3-digit display.

Does the display work?

No

Replace the control

circuit board.

No

Disconnect power to the dishwasher.

Access the control circuit board.

Remove and reseat the keypad connector.

Does the keypad work or activate correct cycles?

Test the keypad. Does the

keypad work?

Replace the control.

Run Factory Calibration.

No

Test the Keypad. Does the

keypad work?

No

No

Replace the keypad.

– 24 –

Strip Circuits

1

2

3

4

GY

NX

SX

OX

NTC

TURBIDITY SENSOR

BXBW

BW

NO COM

J2-9

J2-8

DOOR

INTERLOCK

WATER VALVE

DOOR INTERLOCK

J2-2 PX

FLOOD

SWITCH

WATER VALVE

WX

725-1200

CNO

PUMP MOTOR

J2-1

M

CIRCULATION

PUMP

WX

NX

10

HEATING ELEMENT

J2-3

J2-4

VX

VX

WX

HEATING ELEMENT

FAN

J2-7

M

NR WX

DRAIN PUMP

J2-5

M

RX WX

J2-6

DETERGENT MODULE

RY WX

1200-2800

DETERGENT MODULE

DRAIN PUMP

FAN

YX

16

65

VENT MOTOR

J5-2 J5-1

M

RX BX

17

– 25 –

WARNING: Disconnect electrical power before servicing.

Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous

operation. Verify operation after servicing.

Schematic

K

E

Y

P

A

D

CONTROL CIRCUIT BOARD

3-DIGIT DISPLAY

M

ACTIVE

VENT

MOTOR

BX

RX

J7

KEYPAD

12345678910 123 123456789

1

2

J5

ACTIVE

VENT

3-DIGIT DISPLAY

J8

PQA

J10

POWER SWITCHING

J2

1

2

3

1

2

3

4

TURBIDITY/

TEMPERATURE

SENSOR J3

---THIS CIRCUIT NOT IN

ALL MODELS

J1

POWER

SUPPLY

1

2

3

4

NTC

RECEIVER EMITTER

TRANSMITTER

CATHODE

Vcc

GY

NX

SX

OX

M

M

BW

NO COM

BX

DOOR

INTERLOCK

WX

DETERGENT MODULE

FAN

RY

NR

WX

WX

WX

WX

WX

NX WX

CIRCULATION

PUMP

GY

NL1

WX

BX

PX YX

FLOOD

SWITCH

CN

O

WATER VALVE

725-1200

VX

HEATING ELEMENT

RX

DRAIN PUMP

1200-2800

G

10

COLOR CODE

LETTERS COLOR LETTERS COLOR

THE "X" INDICATES ONE SOLID COLOR- NO

TRACER. WIRES WITH TRACER SHOW

BOTH COLORS. EXAMPLE -WR IS WHITE

WITH RED TRACER.

AX

BX

CX

NX

OX

PX

LT. BLUE

BLACK

BROWN

DK. BLUE

ORANGE

PINK

RX

SX

TX

VX

WX

YX

RED

GRAY

TAN

PURPLE

WHITE

YELLOW

16

65

M

– 26 –

Warranty

YOUR MONOGRAM DISHWASHER WARRANTY

Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.

ONE-YEAR

Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During

this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home

service to replace the defective part.

Second Year

Any part of the dishwasher which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During

this second-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor or in-home service

costs.

Five Years

The dishwasher rack and/or the electronic control module, if these should fail due to a

defect in materials or workmanship. During this fi ve-year limited warranty, you will be

responsible for any labor or in-home service costs.

Lifetime

The stainless steel tub or door liner, if it fails to contain water due to a defect in materials

or workmanship. During this full lifetime warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all

labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for the

products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii, Washington,

D.C. or Canada. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you

must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel cost

to your home.

All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized

Customer Care® servicers during normal working hours.

Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, in the U.S.A. call

800.444.1845. In Canada: 888.880.3030.

WHAT IS

COVERED

From the Date

of the Original

Purchase

• Service trips to your home to teach

you how to use the product.

.• Improper installation, delivery or

maintenance.

• Replacement of house fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

• Failure of the product if it is abused,

misused, or used for other than

the intended purpose or used

commercially.

• Damage to the product caused by

accident, fi re, fl oods or acts of God.

• Incidental or consequential damage

caused by possible defects with this

appliance.

• Cleaning or servicing of the air gap

device in the drain line.

• Damage caused after delivery

including damage from items dropped

on the door.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty

gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state

to state. To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state

consumer affairs offi ce or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225.

WHAT IS NOT

COVERED