GSI 6998
Before using the dishwasher, read the user instructions!
Quick Reference Guide
Wash cycle
GB
Programme selector knob
On / Off button
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
AutoNormal
AutoIntensive
Programme chart
40-55°C
60-70°C
Pre-Rinse cold
Glass 40°C
Rapid 30 min 40°C
1)
Standard
50°C
Pre-Rinse Washing Drying
Programme
end
Options
Time and failure display
Indicates in hours the time remaining until the
start of the wash cycle.
Switches off at programme start and indicates
the remaining time in hours and minutes.
“F....” Information for the After-Sales
Service
“Delayed start” buttons
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
lower rack
When washing without the top rack, press
the “Half Load” button (LED alight).
Detergent
Automatic programme recommended
for routine washes, with no dried-on
or burnt food (not for EN 50242).
Automatic programme recommended
for heavily soiled crockery with driedon or burnt food, for example pans
and saucepans.
Crockery to be washed later. - - 4.0 0.03 14
Light soiling, for example glasses and
cups.
Lightly soiled crockery with no driedon food.
Normally or heavily soiled crockery. X X 13.0 1.05 145
.
only
2)
Consumption
A B
X X 10-13 0.8-1.05 60-120
X X 13-20 1.1-2.0 100-150
X - 10.0 0.80 55
X - 10.0 0.65 30
Litres kWh Minutes
3)
3)
or
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@whirlpool.com”.
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)
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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
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 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.
The last programme selected will light up.
Select the desired programme (using the specific button or
knob). The corresponding indicator lamp lights up.
A:
CBA
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 STAR T button for 2 sec. until
the Start indicator lamp switches of f;
Select another program m e 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.