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GSI 6988
On/Off button
Before using the dishwasher, read the user instructions!
Quick Reference Guide
Wash cycle
GB
Programme selector knob
Start button
Switches “on” when the dishwasher
is operating. Flashes when a fault
occurs. Switches off at the end of
the programme.
Indicators
Add regeneration salt
Only add regeneration salt
immediately before starting a wash
programme.
Add rinse aid
No water
Check that the appliance fills with
water.
Programmes Loading instructions A B Litres kWh Minutes
Programme chart
AutoNormal 40-55°C
AutoIntensive 60-70°C
Pre-Rinse cold
Pre-wash Washing Drying
Programme
end
Options
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
or
upper
Recommended programme for
routine washes, for crockery with
little dried-on food.
Recommended programme for
heavily soiled crockery, especially
suitable for pans and saucepans.
Crockery to be washed later. - - 4.0 0.03 14
lower rack
Detergent
X X 10-13 0.8-1.05 50-110
X X 13-20 1.1-2.0 90-140
2)
3)
only
.
Consumption
3)
Glass 40°C
Rapid 30 min 40°C
1)
Eco
1) Reference programme for energy label in
compliance with EN 50242 regulations;
2) Refer to “User instructions“;
50°C
Light soiling, for example glasses
and cups.
Lightly soiled crockery with no
dried-on food.
Normally or heavily soiled crockery. X X 13.0 1.05 110
3) 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
5019 496 90140
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How to use the appliance
C
BA
Further indications are given in the single chapters and in the user instructions.
Switch on the appliance
How to fill the
detergent dispenser
Check the
rinse aid level
Check the regeneration
salt level
Load the racks
Close the door,
turn on the water tap
Select a programme
Press the ON/ OFF button.
Large compartment
With each wash cycle.
Small compartment
For programmes with pre-wash only.
Mechanical indicator lamp C.
Electric indicator on control panel (if provided).
On models with water softener system only.
Mechanical indicator lamp D.
Electric indicator on control panel (if provided).
Refer to the dishwasher loading instructions.
The last programme selected will light up.
Select the desired programme (using the specific button or
knob). The corresponding indicator lamp lights up.
A:
B:
Select additional
options
Press the START button
Wash cycle
Switch off the appliance
Shut off the water tap,
unload the racks
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: Press the
OFF
ON /
Warning: when the door is opened steam comes out!
Unload the appliance, starting from the lower rack.
button. All the indicator lamps switch off.
“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.
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Dishwasher loading instructions and racks provided
Upper rack:
Multi-purpose support (A)
Depending on the position, for
long-handles utensils, cups and
glasses. May be used in three
different positions.
Crockery holders (B):
Depending on the position, for
example plates, cups and longstemmed glasses.
Revolving glass support (C)
Depending on the position, for
example small or longstemmed glasses.
1)
Half Load:
Load the upper rack
Place the cutlery basket (D) in
the upper rack.
only
.
Rack height adjustment
(also when loaded):
Lower adjustment:
•
two
the
rack handles
outwards (E) and lower the
rack.
Upper adjustment:
•
two
handles (E) upwards until
the rack clicks into place
(Factory setting).
The rack must be level on
both sides.
pull out
pull the
depending on the model
:
2)
:
Lower rack:
Depending on the model with
fixed or tilting plate holders (F).
Half Load:
Load the lower rack
Greater washing power,
particularly for plates and
saucepans.
only
.
Cutlery basket (G) or (H):
Some models are provided
with a grid (I) that can be
fitted onto the cutlery basket
to keep items separated.
Cutlery basket (D) for
appliances with half load only.
Do not use the appliance for items not suitable for washing in a dishwasher, for example wooden
items, aluminium, plastic utensils, tin, hand-decorated crockery (unglazed), silver cutlery.
Spare parts which are sold separately:
1)
Multi-purpose support (A) - N. AMH 369.
2)
Revolving glass support (C) - N. WGH 1000.
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What to do if...
If a fault occurs, before contacting our After-Sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the
problem (* see also the corresponding chapter in the user instructions).
Problem Cause Remedy
The appliance is not
working
If crockery is not
perfectly dry
If crockery is not
perfectly clean
Sandy or grainy
residues
Colour of plastic
parts faded
• No water supply. • Open the tap.
• The appliance does not load
sufficient water.
• There is a power failure. • Insert the plug into the mains socket.
• Starting the selected programme. • T he programme can be set to “0” to st art.
• Insufficient rinse aid. • Increase dosage *.
• Residual water in cavities. • Load crockery at an angle.
• The water jet does not reach the
crockery.
• Insufficient detergent. • Follow recommended detergent dosage.
• Unsuitable programme. • Select a more intense wash cycle.
• Spray arms blocked. • The spray arms must be able to turn freely.
• Spray arm nozzles clogged. • Remove any impurities obstructing the water
• Incorrect detergent/detergent
too old.
• Clogged filters. • Check filters regularly/if necessary clean *.
• Filters incorrectly assembled. • Insert the filter correctly *.
• Tomato/carrot juice... • Depending on the material, if necessary use a
• Clean the water supply tap filter.
Ensure there are no kinks in the water hose.
• Press the Start button.
• Close the door.
• Check the domestic circuit fuse.
• Arrange crockery so that items do not touch
each other. Load crockery upside down.
flow *.
• Use a good quality detergent.
detergent with a greater whitening power.
Deposits on crockery
•removable • Streaks on the crockery/glasses. • Increase the rinse aid dosage *.
• Streaks on glasses. • Reduce the rinse aid dosage *.
• Layer of salt on crockery/glasses. • Close the salt container lid properly*.
• not removable • Insufficient water softening,
Opaque glasses/
glasses not sparkling
Rust on cutlery
Identifying
calcium deposits.
• Cannot be washed in the
dishwasher.
• Not mad e o f stainless steel. • Use suitable cutlery.
• The START indicator lamp flashes. • Ensure that the filter assembly is not clogged
appliance faults
• Indicator F... (if provided). • Call the After-Sales Service.
If after carrying out the above checks the malfunction persists or appears again, turn the appliance off
and turn off the water supply tap, then call our After-Sales Service (see guarantee).
Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following:
• The nature of the fault.
• The appliance type and model.
• The service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating
plate) inside the door on the right-hand side.
• Change water hardness setting, if necessary
add salt *.
• Use suitable glasses.
and if necessary clean it *.
Start the programme again. Press the START
button for about 2 seconds, until the START
indicator lamp switches off. Select a new
programme and press the Start button again.
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