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Before using the dishwasher, read the user instructions!
GSI 4988
Quick Reference Guide
Wash cycle
GB
Programme selector knob
Pre-Rinse Washing Drying
Options
Start button
Switches “on” when the
dishwasher is operating. Flashes
when a fault occurs. Switches off
at the end of the programme.
Indicators
Add rinse aid
Add regeneration salt
Only add regeneration salt
immediately before starting a
wash programme.
Programme chart
Programmes Loading instructions A B
Automatic programme recommended for
Eco Normal 40-55°C
Intensive 60-70°C
routine washes, with no dried-on or burnt
food (not for EN 50242).
Automatic programme recommended for
heavily soiled crockery with dried-on or burnt
food, for example pans and saucepans.
Time and failure display
Indicates in hours the time remaining until the
start of the wash cycle. Toward the end of the
programme, during the drying cycle, the display
will indicate the time remaining in minutes.
“F...” Information for the After-Sales Service
“Delayed start” button
The wash cycle can be programmed to start after 1 24 hours. With each successive touch of the button,
the delayed start indicator increases by 1 hour, and
after 24 returns to 00. Then press the Start button.
The dishwasher will start at the set time.
“Half load” button
This function can be used with any programme.
The indicator lamp switches on. The wash cycle is
activated for the upper
Programme
end
3)
or
lower rack
Detergent
X X 10-13 0.8-1.05 50-110
X X 13-20 1.1-2.0 90-140
2)
Litres kWh Minute s
only
.
Consumption
3)
Pre-Rinse cold
Glass 40°C
Rapid 30 min 40°C
Eco
1) Reference programme for energy label in
compliance with EN 50242 regulations;
2) Refer to “User instructions“;
Important information for Test Laboratories:
For detailed information on the EN comparison test and other tests, contact the following address:
“nk_customer@email.whirlpool.com”.
Black Process Plate
Crockery to be washed later. - - 4.0 0.03 14
Light soiling, for example glasses
and cups.
Lightly soiled crockery with no
dried-on food.
1)
Normally or heavily soiled crockery. X X 13.0 1.05 120
50°C
3) Program data obtained in conformity with
European standard EN 50242. Values may vary in
relation to usage, e.g.: different loads, water
temperatures - above or below 15°C - as well as
water hardness and power supply voltage, etc.
(We reserve the right to make technical modifications)
X - 10.0 0.80 55
X - 10.0 0.65 30
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How to use the appliance
Further indications are given in the single chapters and in the user instructions.
Switch on the appliance
How to fill the
detergent dispenser
Automatic start by turning the programme selector knob (in
case of retractable knob, first press the knob to access it).
Large compartment A:
With each wash cycle.
Small compartment B:
For programmes with pre-wash only.
BA
C
Check the
rinse aid level
Check the regeneration
salt level
Load the racks
Close the door,
turn on the water tap
Select a programme
Select additional
options
Press the START button
Wash cycle
Switch off the appliance
Mechanical indicator C.
Electric indicator on control panel (if provided).
On models with water softener system only.
Mechanical indicator D.
Electric indicator on control panel (if provided).
Refer to the dishwasher loading instructions.
Select the desired programme.
The corresponding indicator lamp comes on.
If necessary (and if provided) the corresponding indicator
lamp lights up.
The selected programme
is then memorised (even
in the event of power
failure).
Only after the START button has switched off: access the knob
(in case of retractable knob, press and then release the knob).
“Change programme”
Press the START button for 2 sec. until
the Start indicator lamp switches off;
Select another programme and press
the START button again.
- Only open the dishwasher if necessary
(Warning: beware of hot steam).
- If the appliance is switched off during
a wash cycle, when switched on
again it will resume the cycle from
where it was interrupted.
Shut off the water tap,
unload the racks
Black Process Plate
Warning: when the door is opened steam comes out!
Unload the appliance, starting from the lower rack.