User manual WHIRLPOOL GMI 5554/1 IN INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 49694616GB. fm Page 13 Tuesday, October 9, 2007 4:39 PM INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER/ CONNECTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSER HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 13 Black process 45. 0° 150. 0 LPI 49694616GB. fm Page 14 Tuesday, October 9, 2007 4:39 PM BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER/ CONNECTIONS 1. Removing the packaging and controls: After unpacking, make sure that the dishwasher is undamaged and that the door closes correctly. If in doubt, contact a qualified technician or your local retailer. • Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc. ) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous. [. . . ] • Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off the appliance, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. 16 • If a fault occurs, switch off the appliance and turn off the water tap. • On completion of the programme switch off the dishwasher and turn off the water tap. • Repairs and technical modifications must be carried out exclusively by a qualified technician. • The water in the dishwasher is not potable. • Do not store inflammable liquids near the dishwasher. • Do not operate the appliance in the open air. • Attention: Danger when door is opened. Resistance to frost If the appliance is placed in surroundings exposed to the risk of frost, it must be drained completely. Turn off the water tap, remove the flexible inlet and outlet hoses, and let all the water run out. For appliances with water stop system: The water inlet hose and plastic casing contain electrical components. Do not therefore cut the hose or immerse the plastic casing in water. If the hose is damaged switch off the appliance immediately. The appliance must be used at temperatures between 5°C and 45°C. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Black process 45. 0° 150. 0 LPI 49694616GB. fm Page 17 Tuesday, October 9, 2007 4:39 PM HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER From a water hardness category of 1–2 (medium), before using the dishwasher, fill the salt container with regeneration salt (to find out the hardness level of water in your area, contact your local Water Board or check the last bill you received). The dishwasher is equipped with an electronic control system that allows you to adjust the water softening system to suit the local water hardness level. Adjust the water softening system as follows: If the water hardness level does not correspond to position h3 on the selector (setting on delivery) or if the water hardness level changes: • Press the PROGRAMME DELAY button for a few seconds, until the symbol H. - appears on the 3-PLACE DISPLAY, followed by the set value. [. . . ] Slacken the fixing nut (A) (by turning it counter-clockwise) and detach the spray arm (B) by pulling it down. To remount the spray arm, align it and then tighten the fixing nut (by turning it clockwise), paying attention not to bend it. The fixing nut must be tightened until it clicks!Make sure the spray arm rotates freely. A B Lower spray arm: 1. [. . . ]