User manual WHIRLPOOL GSX 5500/1 PROGRAM CHART

[. . . ] Before using the dishwasher, read the installation and maintenance instructions carefully! GB GSX 5500 1. OVERVIEW On button Programme selection button Press the button repeatedly until the desired programme indicator lights up. START button The indicator lights up during operation, flashes when a fault occurs, and goes off at the end of the programme. START button reset function: Press this button for at least 2 seconds; the selected programme and options are cancelled. [. . . ] - The appliance must be switched off to memorise the new setting. Water hardness 1 soft 1 - 2 medium 2 medium 3 medium-hard 4 hard 4 very hard 4 extremely hard German degrees °dH 0-5 6 - 10 11 - 15 16 - 21 22 - 28 29 - 35 36 - 60 French degrees °fH 0-9 10 - 18 19 - 27 28 - 37 38 - 50 51 - 63 64 - 107 English degrees °eH 0 - 6. 3 7 - 12. 6 13. 3 - 18. 9 19. 6 - 25. 9 26. 6 - 35 35. 7 - 44. 1 44. 8 - 74. 9 Flashing frequency or display setting 1 / 1x 2 / 2x 3 / 3x 4 / 4x 5 / 5x 6 / 6x 7 / 7x Water hardness level is factory set at 3 for medium-hard water (display 4 or 4 flashes of the START button). Water hardness level 4 with combined action detergent Even if you use a combined action detergent which includes salt, you must still add regeneration salt since such detergents are not effective enough at softening hard water. If the appliance is equipped with the function “Select detergent” (see chapter “1. Overview”), set the detergent dispenser system to the “no salt” setting so that the salt indicator lamp remains activated (“Detergent with rinse aid”). HOW TO USE THE APPLIANCE HOW TO LOAD THE RACKS UPPER RACK - depending on the model Multifunction support A three possible positions for long utensils, cups and glasses. Crockery holder B in horizontal position: cups/long utensils, in raised position for plates and stemware. Adjustable glass holder C Depending on the position, for small or longstemmed glasses. Long-handled utensils (kitchen knives) must be arranged with the sharp end facing in towards the appliance. D It can be placed on the upper rack when the “Half load/Multizone” function is selected. Rack height adjustment E The upper rack height can be adjusted even when loaded. Lower position: pull out the two handles E and gently lower the rack. Upper position: pull the two handles E up until the rack clicks into place (standard position). Cutlery basket The two handles E must be on same level. Washing without the upper rack If the appliance is equipped with the adjustable retainers shown in the figure, the upper rack can be removed in order to accommodate large plates, trays etc. Open the two retainers F and slide the top rack out. When the upper rack is in place the retainers must always be closed. F Retainer closed F Retainer open LOWER RACK - depending on the model Plate holder G Fixed or foldable (space-saving for pots and pans). - This dishwasher has been tested by the manufacturer to ensure it functions correctly. Such testing may leave slight drips/ water marks which will disappear with the first wash. Energy and water savings - Do not rinse crockery under running water. - Always fully load the dishwasher before running it or select the “Half load/Multizone” function (if available). - If ecological energy sources are available such as solar panel heating, heat pumps or centralised heating systems, the appliance may be connected to the hot water mains up to a maximum temperature of 60° C. Make sure the water inlet hose is of the correct type (“70°C Max” or “90°C Max”). Child safety - Keep the packaging materials out of the reach of children. - Children must not be allowed to play with the dishwasher. - Store the detergent, rinse aid and salt out of the reach of children. [. . . ] If you select the “Half load/Multizone” function (if available), remember to load only the upper rack or only the lower rack to increase washing power and thus obtain optimum wash results. WHAT TO DO IF. . . Crockery and cutlery . . . . . . are not perfectly clean/have food residues Possible causes/solutions . . . have deposits: - regeneration salt residue - rust marks In the event of frequent use of low temperature programmes (50°C or lower) (if available), every now and again select a higher temperature programme The spray arms must not be clogged, the filters must not be dirty and must be fitted correctly (see the instructions in “Maintenance and installation”). The spray arms must be able to turn freely and must not be impeded by crockery or cutlery. [. . . ]