Gibson GDFA10DGSWD, GDFA10DGSSD, GDFA14DGSWD, GDFA14DGSSD Use And Care Manual

USE & CARE GUIDEDISHWASHER

GDFA10DGSWD I GDFA10DGSSD
GDFA14DGSWD I GDFA14DGSSD

MADE IN CHINA

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Thank you for choosing Electrolux

In this manual, you will nd all necessary information for your safety
and the proper use of your Dishwasher. Read all the instructions
before using the appliance and save this guide for future reference. I

Please keep your invoice. The warranty is only valid upon presentation at
the Electrolux Authorized Service.

The identification label, which includes important information like code,
model, and manufacturer, among others, will be used by the Electrolux
Authorized Service if your Dishwasher requires repair. So, do not remove it
from its location.

Environment tips

This appliance can not be treated as domestic waste, it should be delivered
for disposal to a recycling system of electrical and electronic appliances
that complies with the local legislation.

Table of Contents

Environment tips 2
Safety 3

Feature Overview 6
Installation 7

Operating Instructions 12
Cleaning and maintenance 26

Errors codes 29
Solutions to common problems 30
Technical specications 33
Wiring diagram 34
Warranty 38

CUSTOMER

SERVICE

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Safety

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capacities, or by persons with lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have received instructions regarding the use of the appliance, or they are under the
supervision of a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they are not playing with the appliance.

Keep the packaging material of the Dishwasher out of the reach of children.
Do not allow your appliance to be handled by children, even when it is off.

WARNING!
If in doubt about grounding, contact with a qualied electrician and
do not modify the plug of the power cable (supplied with the unit) in
case it doesn't fit in the outlet. Ask an electrician to install a grounded
outlet, in accordance with the local requirements.

Keep children away from detergents, rinse aids, and the door of the
Dishwasher, since there might be residues of detergent inside the
appliance.
Keep young children away from the Dishwasher to avoid they play
with the appliance.
The detergents for dishwasher are highly alkaline and may be very
dangerous if ingested. Avoid contact with skin and eyes and keep
children away from the Dishwasher when the door is open.
Do not leave the door of the Dishwasher open, to avoid the risk of
tipping of the appliance or stumbling on it.
Before discarding a Dishwasher, remove the door to prevent children
becoming trapped inside of the product.

Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher and remove the plug from the outlet before
cleaning or servicing. Do not pull on the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by Authorized Service, in order to avoid risks.
The power cord must not be excessively bent or pressed during the installation. The power
cord of this appliance should not be changed.
This appliance must be grounded. In case of malfunction or failure, grounding reduces the risk
of electric shock. This appliance has a power cable with an equipment grounding conductor
and a grounding pin. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded electrical outlet
in accordance with the local standards
Grounding Section.
A defective connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can cause a risk of
electric shock.

The unit must be connected to the water network using new hoses. Old hoses should not
be used or reused.

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WARNING!

Do not damage and do not sit or lean on the door and racks of the
Dishwasher.
The inner surface of the bottom becomes very hot during and after
washing, due to the built-in heating resistance. Avoid touching in this
area and wait 30 minutes for cooling. Do not leave plastic objects in
contact with this area.
Do not place heavy objects on the door when it is open, as this may
cause the Dishwasher to tip over to the front.

WARNING!

Do not wash plastic items unless marked Dishwasher Safe. Check
manufacturer recommendations for plastics which cannot be washed
in dishwashers.
Knives and other sharp items should be loaded in the basket with the
handles up or placed in an horizontal position.

Safety

The maximum inlet water pressure is 1 MPa (approx. 100 mca).

The minimum inlet water pressure is 0.04 MPa (approx. 4 mca).

When you are putting the dishes to be washed, place sharp objects in a way that will not
damage the door seal.
Check if the detergent dispenser is empty at the end of the wash cycle.

Use only detergents and rinse aids specic for dishwashers. Never use soap to
wash clothes or detergent for manual dish-washing in your Dishwasher. Keep these
products out of the reach of children.

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Safety

WARNING!

HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for two weeks or more.
If hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using
dishwasher, turn on all hot water faucets and let water ow from
each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen
gas.
Because hydrogen is ammable, do not smoke or use any type of
ame during this procedure.

If there are residues of detergent and/or rinse aid on the dishes, either
by malfunction of the appliance, early stop of the washing cycle or too
much detergent, remove the dishes and clean them with running water
until any excess detergent and/or rinse aid is removed. The ingestion
of these products may be harmful to health. For more information,
please check the labels of cleaning products used in the dishwasher
and contact their manufacturers.

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FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW

Upper Spray Arm

Silverware Basket

Upper Rack

Water Distribution Pipe

Bottom Rack

Detergent and rinse aid dispenser

Glass Shelves

Lower Spray Arm

Filters

Power Cable

Water inlet hose connector

DRAIN HOSE

Levelling feet

Feature Overview

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Before you begin the installation, carefully read all the following
information. They will help you perform the installation and ensure
that the Dishwasher is installed correctly and safely. Keep this Guide
in a place with easy access for future reference.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be
performed by a qualied electrician.

Installation

Completely remove the packaging before placing in the Dishwasher.
If possible, position the Dishwasher next to a faucet and a drain.

Appliance dimensions (in mm)

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Positioning the Dishwasher

Position the appliance at the intended place. The back side should face the wall behind the
appliance and the sides the adjacent closets and walls. To make the installation easier, both
inlet water and drain connections can be positioned to the left or right side.

Levelling

The correct levelling of the appliance is important to its operation.
1 Place a bubble level on the unit to make sure that it is

levelled.

2 When you are levelling the Dishwasher, be careful not to

let it tip over.

3 The angle should not be greater than 2o.

Installation

Cabinet dimensions (in mm)

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Connection of the drain hose

Connect the drain hose to the Dishwasher, making sure that it is well t to avoid leaks.
Check if the drain hose is not kinked

or dented.

Place the other end of the drain hose
into a drain pipe with a minimum
diameter of 40 mm, or let it stand on

tank, avoiding that the hose is bent

or twisted. Use the special curve
provided with the appliance.

The free end of the hose must be at a
maximum height of 100 cm and must
not be immersed in water.

How to drain excess water from hoses

If the tank height is greater than 100 cm from the oor, the excess water in the hoses cannot
be drained directly into the tank.

It will be necessary to drain excess water from hoses into a container lower than the tank.

Connection of the cold water supply

Connect the hose of cold water supply to a faucet adapter with
¾” male thread, and make sure that there is no leak.

If the water hoses are new or have not been used for a long
period of time, let the water ow to ensure that the water comes
out clean and without impurities.

Connection of hot water

As long as the temperature does not exceed 50 °C, the water supply to the Dishwasher can
also be connected to a hot water line (centralised system, heating system).

In this case, the time of the wash cycle will be shorter.
Due to constructive restrictions of the machine, if the temperature exceeds this limit for a

certain period of time the door can open by itself.
The connection to the hot water line should be made in accordance with the same procedures

as the connection to the cold water supply.

Close the faucet after use.

Installation

Maximum 100 cm

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Installation

Extension

If you need to install an extension, this should be similar to the drain hose.
The extension should not be greater than 4 metres; otherwise, it may reduce the efciency
of the washing.

Electrical connection

For your safety, have an electrician you trust who check the condition of the electrical network
of the location where the Dishwasher will be installed and, for more information, contact the

Electrolux Authorized Service.

Make sure that the voltage value in the household corresponds to the one stated on the
identication label. Check also if the electrical system supports the maximum current stated
in the manual. Only then put the plug of the power cord into the outlet, which must be
properly grounded.

* The voltage levels of the power with which this appliance operates are set out
in “Procedures for the Distribution of Electricity in the National Electric System
(PRODIST)” of the ANEEL (National Agency of Electric Power).

If the power supply of the appliance is outside the limits shown in the table Allowable
Voltage Variation, ask the electric utility company the adequacy of the levels of voltage
and install a voltage regulator (stabilizer) with power equal to or higher than 2000 VA.

Before connecting, check if the voltage of the outlet
where the appliance will be connected is equal to that
indicated on the label located next to the plug (on
the power cord) or on the identication label of the
Dishwasher.

Connect your Dishwasher to a dedicated power outlet,
do not use extension cords, or type “T” connectors
(Benjamin).

This type of connection can cause overload in the
electrical network, affecting the operation and resulting
in accidents.

Do not cut or remove, under any circumstances, the
grounding prong of the plug on the power cord.

Allowable Voltage Variation*

Voltage (V) Minimum (V) Maximum (V)

127 116 133

220 201 231

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If the outlet in which the appliance will be connected is not appropriate
for the plug, replace the socket rather than using an adapter, as this
may cause overheating and re.

Make sure that the power outlet is properly grounded before using the
appliance.

Installation

If there is, at the place of installation, voltage variation outside the specied limits
(see the above mentioned table) or frequent drops in the power supply, the unit may
suffer changes in its functions.

Your unit has a 20 A plug, with Ø 4.8 mm pins.
Please be advised that the plug of the power cord of this appliance complies with the new
standard established by the NBR 14136, the Brazilian Association of Technical Standards –
ABNT, and by the Ministerial Decree no. 02/2007, of Conmetro.

Thus, if the outlet of your household is still in the old standard, we recommend its replacement
and adaptation to the new standard NBR14136, by an electrician you trust.

The benets of the new standard on the outlet are:

• Increased security against risk of electric shock at the moment of connecting the plug in
the socket;

• Improvement in the connection between the plug and the outlet, reducing the possibility of
a bad electrical contact;

• Reduction of energy losses.

We remember, also, that to take advantage of the advancement and the security of the
new standardization, it is necessary the grounding of the outlet, in accordance with the
applicable local standard

In case of doubt, consult a professional in this area.

The outlet or the switch used for the connection of the power cord must stay in a place of
easy access during installation.

During the installation, check the position of the power cord. Keep the power
cable away from the walls of the Dishwasher.

Circuit breakers

It is mandatory the installation of an exclusive circuit breaker for the Dishwasher. It is
recommended to use a 16A circuit breaker.

The installation location of the circuit breaker should be near the appliance (approximately
5 metres).

If the distance is greater than 5 metres, ask an electrician you trust to do the correction.

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How to Use It

Indicator of empty
compartment:

This indicator will ash on the

panel to indicate when the

compartment of liquid rinse
aid must be relled. After the
compartment is relled, the
indicator switches off.
During a washing cycle, this
indicator stops blinking and
remains lit in the panel.

Display:

Displays the total time
of the cycle or the time
selected for the option

Delay Start.

Locked panel indicator:

Lights up on the panel to

indicate that the panel is
locked in order to prevent

the accidental changing of
the programming.

Indicator

of the

option to
Sanitize

Indicator of
the option to
Delay Start

Button

Start/Pause

Extra options:

2 extra options are
available for the
washing: Delay Start

and Sanitize.

Washing cycles:

This Dishwasher has 6 washing options:
Auto, ECO, Intensive, Glass, Quick Wash,
and Pre Wash. To select a cycle, simply tap
on the its button.

When a cycle is selected, the button of the
cycle remains lit and the display shows
the factory-set default time. For the Auto
cycle, the display will show “-:--” and the
time will only appear after the wash cycle

is started.

On/OFF button:

Switches the
Dishwasher on

and off. Press
the button for 3

seconds to cancel
the wash cycle and

switch the machine
off.

Control panel

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Load racks.

To start the washing, press the Start/Pause button.

Select an Extra Option, if necessary.

Select the desired Wash Cycle.

Fill the detergent dispenser.

Fill the rinse aid dispenser, if necessary.

How to Use It

Follow the steps described on the following pages to place the Dishwasher in
operation:

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Loading racks

How to Use It

To obtain the best performance from your Dishwasher, follow the instructions below.

Upper Rack

Use the upper rack to wash more light and delicate kitchenware, including glasses, tea/
coffee cups and saucers, dishes, small bowls and shallow pots (lightly soiled).

Place the dishes so that they do not move with the water jet.

The loading follows the standard EN 50242.

1 Cups

2 Saucers

3 Glasses

4 Big bowl

5 Small bowl

GDFA10DGSWD/GDFA10DGSSD

GDFA10DGSWD/GDFA10DGSSD

GDFA14DGSWD/GDFA14DGSSD

GDFA14DGSWD/GDFA14DGSSD

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WARNING!
Make sure silverware and other items do not block the Spray Arm

rotation.

How to Use It

Folding the supports for the dishes or saucers

The tines may be folded down or removed when they are not necessary.

Adjusting the height of the upper rack

Pull the lever and position the rack by moving it up or down as you need.

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How to Use It

Bottom Rack

We recommend that you use the bottom rack to wash the largest items, which are more
difcult to clean, such as pots, pans, lids, dishes and bowls, as shown in the gure below.

Load, preferably, the dishes and lids on the side of the rack to prevent the arm spray from
getting stuck.

• Pots and bowls must always be placed face down.

• The deep pots should be supported to allow the water to drain.

• The fold-down tines in the rack might be lowered to allow larger pots or a larger amount of
items to be placed.

1 Medium bowl

2

Dessert plates

3 Dinner plates

4 Soup plates

5 Oval platter

6 Small bowl

7 Saucers

The loading follows the standard EN 50242.

GDFA10DGSWD/GDFA10DGSSD

GDFA10DGSWD/GDFA10DGSSD

GDFA14DGSWD/GDFA14DGSSD

GDFA14DGSWD/GDFA14DGSSD

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WARNING!
Do not obstruct the opening area of the dispenser.

How to Use It

1 Tablespoon

2 Fork

3 Knife

4 Tea spoon

5 Dessert spoon

6 Kitchen spoon

7 Kitchen fork

8 Ladle

Silverware Basket

Silverware should be loaded in the silverware basket separately from each other in the
appropriate positions. Make sure the silverware is not nested, as it might make washing
more difcult.

GDFA10DGSWD/GDFA10DGSSD

GDFA10DGSWD/GDFA10DGSSD

GDFA14DGSWD/GDFA14DGSSD

GDFA14DGSWD/GDFA14DGSSD

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Should not be washed in dishwasher:

• Cutlery with handles in wood, china or mother-of-pearl.

• Non heat-resistant plastic utensils.

• Old cutlery with glued details that are not heat resistant.

• Nested cutlery or dishes.

• Tin or copper utensils.

• Steel utensils with rusty spots.

• Wooden platters.

• Utensils in synthetic bres.
Can be washed in the dishwasher with certain restrictions:

• Some types of glass can become cloudy after a few washes.

• Utensils in silver and aluminium tend to discolour during washing.

• Varnished moulds can weaken if washed frequently in a dishwasher.

Installation

Notes:

• Do not place in dishwasher items dirty with cigarette ashes, wax, lacquer or paint.

• When buying new tableware, make sure they can be washed in a dishwasher.

• Do not overload your dishwasher. There is space for 10 services in models GDFA10DGSWD/
GDFA10DGSSD and 14 services in models GDFA14DGSWD/GDFA14DGSSD.

• Do not load the dishwasher with the items which are not recommended for this type of
washing. This is important to get good washing results and to not waste energy.

• Before loading the items in the dishwasher, remove the larger residue of food and the
excess burned-on foods from the pots.

• Place concave items, such as cups, glasses, pots, etc., with the opening facing down to
prevent water build-up.

• Utensils and cutlery should not be overlapped.

• To avoid damage to glasses, do not touch each other.

• To avoid injuries, do not place sharp knives in a vertical position. Put them in the upper
rack, horizontally.

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The detergent dispenser must be lled just before the start of each wash cycle, according to
the instructions in the table of the “Wash Cycles” on page 20. For more soiled dishes a larger
amount of detergent is needed.

To ll the dispenser for the main washing, press the latch of the
cover of the dispenser and open the cover. Fill in with the amount
of soap (powder or tablets) indicated in the table “Wash Cycles”.
When you are using tablets, place the tablet(s) in the main wash

dispenser and close the cover.

The cover of the dispenser opens automatically to release the
detergent.

Using the right detergent

Use only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Other
types of detergent can cause excessive foaming.

Keep the detergent in a cool, dry place. Do not place the detergent in the compartment until
the dishes are ready to be washed.

Follow the recommendations of manufacturers of detergents as to dosage and storage, as
indicated on the packaging of the detergent.

Filling the detergent dispenser

Place the detergent only when using the Dishwasher, otherwise it
could get damp and not dissolve completely.

Remember: you should adjust the amount of detergent starting with
small amounts, until you nd the right amount.

WARNING! Dishwasher detergent is corrosive! Keep it out of the reach
of children.

How to Use It

The detergent dispenser has a compartment for the main washing and another for the pre­wash, as indicated in the gure below.

*Add the detergent over

the closed lid.

Detergent for

main wash

Detergent for

pre-wash*

Latch

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Filling the compartment for liquid rinse aid

Use only liquid rinse aid for dishwashers. Never ll the dispenser
of liquid rinse aid with any other substances (for example, liquid
detergent) as this may damage the appliance.

Be careful not to pour too much rinse aid, as this may cause too much
foam. Clean up any residue with a damp cloth.

Do not forget to close the compartment before you close the door of
the Dishwasher.

How to Use It

Liquid rinse aid

Liquid rinse aid is released during the nal rinse to
prevent the formation of water droplets on dishes, that
may cause stains and scratches. The liquid rinse aid
also helps the drying, causing the water to drain from

the dishes.

The compartment for the liquid is located inside the
appliance, against the door, next to the detergent compartment. To ll the compartment,
open the cap and pour the liquid rinse aid into the compartment until the level indicator is
totally black. The volume of the compartment of the liquid rinse aid is approximately 110 ml.

Filling the compartment for liquid rinse aid
1o To open the compartment, turn the cap and remove it.

2o Pour the liquid rinse aid in the compartment, taking care not to put too much liquid.

3o Replace cap and turn it clockwise until the markings on the cap become aligned with the

arrows.

LOCKED COVER

Arrows in the compartment

UNLOCKED COVER

Markings on the cap

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Adjusting the amount of liquid rinse aid

A measured amount of liquid rinse aid is released during the last
rinse. As for the detergent, the amount of liquid rinse aid needed for
your dishes depends on the amount of minerals present in the water
of your household. The use of a very large amount of liquid rinse aid
can result in foam or your dishes may become whitish.

The compartment of the liquid rinse aid has 4 settings. Start with the
compartment in setting 1. If spotting and poor drying are problems,
increase the amount of liquid rinse aid dispensed by removing the
cap and rotating the dial.

Filling the compartment for liquid rinse aid

The following signal will ash on the display to indicate when the compartment of liquid
rinse aid must be relled.

You can check the amount of liquid rinse aid in the following manner: the black dot in the
compartment indicates the amount of liquid rinse aid. As the amount of liquid decreases, the
black dot decreases as well. You should never let the amount of liquid rinse aid get below ¼
of the total capacity. As the amount of liquid decreases, the size of the black dot on the level
indicator for liquid rinse aid changes, as illustrated below:

Full
¾ capacity

½ capacity

¼ capacity – must be relled to avoid spots

Empty

How to Use It

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Selecting the desired Wash Cycle

How to Use It

WASHING CYCLES

Cycle Description

Washing

Stages

Detergent

(Pre/Main)*

Consumption

Ref.

WASHING

CYCLES

(min)

Power

(kWh)

Water

(l)

+++ INTENSITY OF THE WASHING ---

For rinsing dishes
that will be washed

later.

Pre-wash

--- 8 0.01 3.5

10

services

--- 8 0.01 4

14

services

Short washing for
lightly soiled loads,
which require no

rinse.

Wash (40 oC)

Pre-wash
Pre-wash

Pre-wash (55 oC)

20 g 30 0.45 10

10

services

30 g 30 0.6 11.5

14

services

For delicate lightly
soiled loads, such as
glasses, crystals and

china.

Pre-wash

Wash (40 oC)

Pre-wash

Pre-wash (60 oC)
Drying

25 g 110 0.85 13.5

10

services

5/30 g 120 1.05 16

14

services

For normally soiled
everyday loads,
such as lightly soiled
dishes, cups, bowls

and pans.

Pre-wash

Wash (50 oC)

Pre-wash

Pre-wash (65 oC)
Drying

25 g 175 0.95 12.5

10

services

5/30 g 175 1.19 12.5

14

services

For heavily soiled

loads, such as pots,
pans, casseroles,

and dishes that were

left dirty for some
time.

Pre-wash (50 oC)
Wash (65 oC)

Pre-wash
Pre-wash

Pre-wash (65 oC)
Drying

3/22 g 165 1.4 16.5

10

services

5/30 g 180 1.75 19

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services

A smart sensor determines a cycle to wash efciently depending on how dirty the dishes are. For
a partial load or lightly-soiled dishes, a cycle similar to Delicate will be automatically set. For a full
load of highly-soiled dishes, an intensive cycle will be automatically set.

Important!
The time of washing may vary according to the pressure and temperature of input water, and the oscillation
of the electrical power.
The reservoir of rinse aid must be lled for all cycles, except for Acquajet.
The amount of soap specied for pre-wash and main washing.

Six wash cycles are available for your choice. Check the indication and consumption for
each one of them in the table below:

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Selecting an Extra Option

How to Use It

Option Description

Add-on to

cycles

This function makes the water temperature of the last rinse of a
selected cycle reach approximately 70 °C.
When selected, the button remains lit and the indicator begins to
ash when the last rinse is started, until the temperature is reached.
When the temperature is reached, the indicator stops ashing and
remains lit. If a program that does not allow you to Sanitise is
selected, the option is automatically cancelled.
The cycle time will be extended until the proper temperature is
reached and, during the increase of temperature, the washing step

proceeds.

This option can only be enabled or disabled when the appliance is
in standby mode.

Auto

Pots
ECO

This function postpones the start of the wash for a certain time.
When selected, the button and the Delay Start indicator remain
lit on the panel, and the display presents the programmed time.
Each touch on the button increases the time for the beginning of
washing in 3 hours, and the maximum time is 12 hours. The next
tap after the maximum time cancels the option Delay Start. To start
the countdown to the start of the washing, press Start/Pause.
The programmed time is presented on the display and the Start/
Pause button stops blinking and remains lit on the panel. Note that
the display shows only the full hours. For example, if there are 30
minutes till the end of the scheduled time, the display will continue
displaying “1H” (one hour) until the end of the countdown.
When the scheduled time for the begin of the washing ends, the
Dishwasher sounds a beep, the button Delay Start on the pane is
switched off, the display begins to display the total time of the cycle
and the washing process is started.
If the washing cycle is changed after the option Delay Start is
programmed, the display will present the time for 5 seconds and
then shows again the programmed time for the beginning of the
washing.
To cancel the time scheduled for the option Delay Start and start the
washing process immediately, simply press Start/Pause.
The countdown of the programmed time with the option Delay Start
will not pause if the door of the Dishwasher is opened. However, if
the door is open at the end of the countdown, the Dishwasher will
not start the washing process.

Any

cycle

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To start the washing, press the Start/Pause button

Be careful when you open the door during the wash to prevent burns
due to hot water.

How to Use It

Press the Start/Pause button to start the cycle.
During the cycle, it is not possible to touch the buttons (except Start/Pause and On/Off). If

you touch any button that is not allowed, the Dishwasher will emit a beep to inform you that
the programming was not accepted.

If you try to start the wash cycle while the door of the Dishwasher is open, the appliance will
emit a beep, it will not start the washing process and the Start/Pause button will start ashing

on the panel.

Pausing a wash cycle

To pause a cycle, simply touch the Start/Pause button or open the door of the Dishwasher.
In this case, the time stops on the display and the Start Pause button will start ashing on

the panel.

To continue through the washing cycle, close the door of the Dishwasher and press the Start/
Pause button. The washing cycles resumes after 5 seconds.

Changing the Wash Cycle

To change the washing cycle, press and hold the button of the cycle in progress for 2
seconds. Then the cycle will be cancelled and the display will return to standby mode, with
the selected Smart cycle. Select the new cycle and touch Start/Pause.

The new selected cycle starts from the beginning.

To add an item after the start of the cycle

You can add a item to the Dishwasher at any time before the compartment of the detergent
opens:

1o Open the door a little to stop the wash.

2o After the spray arm stops, open the dor completely.

3o Load the items.
4o Close the door. The dishwasher resumes after 10 seconds.

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Open the door with caution, because hot steam might steam might
come out of the Dishwasher.

• Hot dishes are more prone to break. Wait 15 minutes for the dishes to
cool down before you take them from the dishwasher.

• Open the door and leave it ajar for a few minutes before taking out
the dishes. This way the dishes will cool down and it will help the
drying process.

How to Use It

Locking the control panel

To lock the control panel, press on the buttons Pans and Delicate at the same time for 2
seconds. The Dishwasher will emit a beep, the indication of locked panel will lit up and the
Start/Pause button will switch off on the panel.

When the panel is locked, it is not possible to make any changes in programming. Only the
On/Off button remains available. If you try to make a change, the Dishwasher will emit a
beep and the indication of locked panel will ash twice to inform you that the programming

was not accepted.

If the Dishwasher is switched off using the On/Off button while the panel is locked, when it is
turned back on, the function lock will remain on.

To unlock the control panel, press on the buttons Pans and Delicate at the same time for
2 seconds.

At the end of the washing cycle

When the washing cycle ends, the time starts ashing on the display and the Dishwasher
beeps and turns off automatically.

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Wash the sprayers in warm
water with mild detergent
and use a soft brush to

clean the holes. Reattach

the sprayers after you dry
them completely.

Filtration system

The lters prevent particles
of food or other objects from entering the
drain pump. These residues can clog up the
lters occasionally.
The ltration system is comprised of three
components: the main lter, the coarse lter
and the ne lter.

1 Main Filter

Food particles and dirt picked up by this
lter are pulverized by a tube passage in the
lower arm and disposed in the drain.

2 Coarse Filter
The larger debris, such as pieces of bone or
glass, that could block the drain are trapped
in the coarse lter. See the instructions of
how to remove the lters on the next page.

3 Fine Filter
This lter retains the waste food and dirt in
the area of the collector and prevents them
from coming back and be re-depositing on
the dishes during the cycle.

Take care not to place the ne lter in
inverted position.

To avoid electric shock, remove the plug
from the outlet before performing any
cleaning or maintenance. The cleaning
should be done with the appliance cold.

Never clean your Dishwasher with

cleaning agents such as alcohol,
kerosene, gasoline, bleach, thinner,

solvents, Varsol,
acids, vinegars,
abrasives, or other

chemicals not

recommended in
this manual.

OPEN

Cleaning and Maintenance

To clean the control panel, use a lightly
dampened cloth and then dry completely.
Never use sharp objects, rough sponges,
or heavy duty cleaners in any part of the

Dishwasher.

Protection against freezing

If your Dishwasher will be staying in a place
without heating, where the temperature can
drop below 0 oC:
1o Turn off the supply of electrical power to

the Dishwasher.

2o Close the water supply and disconnect

the inlet water hose in the water inlet to
the Dishwasher.

3o Drain the water from the inlet water hose

(use a container to pour the water).

4o Reconnect the inlet water hose in the

water inlet to the Dishwasher.

5o Remove the lter at the bottom of the

internal cabinet and use a sponge to
absorb the water from the sink.

Cleaning the spray arms

You need to clean the sprayers regularly to
avoid chemical residues blocking the holes
of the spray arms and supports.
To remove the upper sprayers, turn the
nut counterclockwise without rotating the
sprayer. To remove the bottom one, simply

pull it up.

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To reinstall the lters, follow the same

procedures in reverse order.

To clean the ne and coarse lters, use a
cleaning brush. Then, mount the lter in the
Dishwasher, as in the images on the side.

The Dishwasher should never be used
without the lters. If the lters are not
properly placed, this may reduce the yield of
the appliance and damage the dishes.

Never turn on the Dishwasher if the lters

are not properly positioned.

Do not knock the lters while cleaning,
as this may bend them and degrade the
performance of the appliance.

Cleaning the door

To clean around the door, use only a damp
soft cloth. To prevent the penetration of

water into the door latch and the electrical

components, do not use aerosol type
cleaners of any type.

In addition, never use any abrasive cleaners
or rough sponges on the outside surfaces,
as they may damage the nish. Some types
of paper towels may also scratch or leave
markings on the surface.

Keeping the appearance of the
Dishwasher

After every washing:

The lter set should be
removed for cleaning at
least once per week.

OPEN

Cleaning and Maintenance

Cleaning the lters

For best performance and best results
in washing, the lter set must be always

clean.

The lter effectively removes food particles
from the rinse water, allowing the water to
recirculate during the cycle. Therefore, it is
necessary to remove the larger particles
of food retained in the lter after each
wash cycle by washing the main lter
(semicircular) and the glass in running

water.

Removing the lters
1 Rotate the thick lter counterclockwise

and lift it out.

2 Remove the lter set.

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Cleaning and Maintenance

Close the water supply to the Dishwasher

and leave the door slightly open to prevent
the formation of odours and moisture

inside.

Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners

Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners
to clean the outside and the rubber parts of

the Dishwasher.

Use only a cloth dampened in lukewarm
water and a neutral detergent.

To remove stains on the surfaces inside,
use a cloth dampened in water and a little
white vinegar or a cleaner specic for use

in a dishwasher.

When you go on vacations

Before you leave for a certain period, we
recommend you to program a washing
cycle with an empty Dishwasher. Then,
remove the power cord from the power
outlet, close the water supply faucet to the
Dishwasher and leave the door slightly
open. This will help keep the seals in good
conditions and avoid the formation of

odours inside the product.

Moving the appliance

If the Dishwasher needs to be moved, try to
keep it in the vertical position. If this is not
possible, it may be lay down with the back
side facing down.

Seals

One of the reasons that cause the
formation of odours within the Dishwasher
is the residues that are left in the seals. Do
a periodic cleaning with a damp sponge to

avoid the odours.

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If there is overow of water, turn off the faucet water supply before
calling the Electrolux Service Authorized.

If there is water in the collecting tray due to the spill or a small leak, the
water must be removed before the dishwasher is switched on again.

Errors codes

When there is some problem with the dishwasher, the appliance beeps for 30 seconds, stops
working, drains water, and the display shows the error code.

Codes Meanings Possible Causes

E1 Too much time for the

water supply (more than 4
minutes).

The faucet is closed.
The water inlet is blocked.

Low inlet water pressure.

E4 Overowing water. Excessive use or unsuitable detergent.

Dishwasher not level.

Excess in the supply of water.
Drainage is insufcient due to a defect in the
drain pump.
Ducts or connections broken.

E9 Control panel powered

more than 30 seconds.

Water, any object or dirt is obstructing some
button on the control panel.
When this happens, you need to dry or
clean the control panel, eliminating the
obstruction on the buttons. After the panel
dries completely, the error code is switched
off in the display and the dishwasher returns
to normal function.

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Solutions to common problems

Customer Service

If your Dishwasher has problems operating, check the probable causes and solutions.
If the suggested corrections are not sufcient, contact with the Electrolux Authorized Service,

which is at your disposal.

PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS

The Dishwasher is

not working

Circuit breaker turned off.

The On/Off button has not
been pressed.

The water pressure is very

low or no water is going in.

Turn on the circuit breaker. The
Dishwasher must be connected to a

dedicated power outlet.

Make sure that the On/Off button has
been pressed and that the door was

closed properly.
Make sure that the power cord has

been properly plugged into the wall

outlet.

Check if the water supply is connected
properly and if the faucet is open.

Noise Some of the noises

produced by the
Dishwasher are normal.

The dishes are not well
loaded into the racks or

some smaller item has fell

inside the rack.

Buzzing of the engine.

Noise from the grinding of soft foods
and the opening of the cover of the
detergent compartment.

Make sure that the dishes were
loaded correctly in the racks.

The Dishwasher is not being used
regularly. If you do not use the
Dishwasher frequently, remember to
program it to ll and drain each week
to help keep the seal moist.

Foam on the

inside

Improper detergent.

Residues of liquid rinse aid.

Use only dishwasher specic
detergents in order to avoid foam. If
this occurs, open the Dishwasher and
let the foam evaporate. Run the “Pre-

Wash” cycle without any utensil inside

the appliance. Repeat if necessary.
Always wipe excess liquid rinse aid

when you are lling the compartment.

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Solutions to common problems

Spots on the
inside

A detergent with dye was

used.

Make sure to use only detergents

without dyes.

The dishes do not
dry

The compartment of the
liquid rinse aid is empty.

Make sure that the compartment of
the liquid rinse aid is full.

The dishes are not
clean

Incorrect cycle.

The racks have been

loaded incorrectly.

Select a program for more soiled

dishes.

Make sure that the compartment of
the detergent and the spray nozzles
are not blocked by poorly loaded

dishes.

Stains on the
dishes

• Excess of salt in the

water.

• Water temperature too

low.

• Overloaded dishwasher.

• Poorly loaded dishes.

• Detergent powder out of
date or damp.

• The compartment of liquid
rinse aid is empty.

• Incorrect amount of
detergent.

Removing stains from dishes:
1 Remove all utensils metal in the

Dishwasher.

2 Do not use detergent.
3 Select the longest cycle.

4 Turn on the Dishwasher and let it

work for 18 to 22 minutes, and then
let it work on the main washing.

5 Open the door and put 2 cups of

white vinegar at the bottom of the

Dishwasher.

6 Close the door and let the cycle

nish. If that does not work, repeat
the procedures above replacing
vinegar for ¼ cup of crystals of citric

acid.

Cloudy dishes The combination of water

with low concentration

of minerals and lots of
detergent.

Use less detergent and choose a
shorter washing cycle for the washing
of glass dishware and to clean them.

Yellow or brown
lm inside the

appliance

Stains of coffee or tea. Use a solution of ½ cup bleach and 3

cups warm water to remove the stains
by hand.

Wait 20 minutes after the cycle ends
so that the resistors cool down before
cleaning the inside in order to prevent
burns.

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Solutions to common problems

White lm inside

the appliance

Deposit of water minerals. To clean the inside, use a damp

sponge with dishwasher detergent
and wear rubber gloves.

Never use any other type of cleanser
in order to avoid excessive foaming

The detergent
remains in the
compartment

There are dishes

blocking the opening of
the compartment of the
detergent.

Arrange the dishes in the racks so
they do not block the opening of the
compartment.

Vapour This is normal. Some vapours escape through the

vent on the door latch during the
drying and draining of the water.

Black or grey

spots on the
dishes

Aluminium utensils in

contact with the dishes.

Use a soft abrasive cleaner to remove
the markings.

Water at the

bottom inside the

appliance

This is normal. A small amount of clean water around

the outlet at the bottom inside the
appliance keeps the seal lubricated.

Leak Excess of liquid rinse aid or

residues of liquid rinse aid.

Dishwasher not level.

Be careful not to put too much liquid

rinse aid.

Residues of liquid rinse aid can cause
excessive foaming and overow.
Clean the residues of liquid rinse aid.

Make sure the Dishwasher is levelled.

Damaged or
cloudy glass

dishware

Type of glass.Dishwasher

not level.

Chemical composition of
the detergent.

Water temperature and
duration of the washing

cycle.

Wash only the dishes that

contain the indication that they may be

washed in a dishwasher.

Use a mild detergent, suitable
for the dishwasher. If necessary,
obtain further information with the
manufacturer of the detergent.

Select a cycle with lower temperature.
To prevent damage, remove the

cutlery and glass utensils as soon as

the cycle ends.

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Technical Specications

Model

GDFA10DGSWD/

GDFA10DGSSD

GDFA14DGSWD/

GDFA14DGSSD

Capacity 10 services 14 services

Color White/Inox White/Inox

Voltage (V) 127 220 127 220

Rated power (W) 1250 1760 1250 1760

Rated current (A) 9.8 8.2 9.8 8.2

Width (cm) 44.8 59.8

Minimum height (cm) 83.0 83.0

Depth (cm) 60.5 60.5

Minimum pressure for
water supply (MPa)

0.04

Maximum pressure for
water supply (MPa)

1.00

Frequency (Hz) 60

This Dishwasher is only intended for household and similar enviroments.

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Wiring Diagrams

blue

green/yellow

DOOR

TEMPERATURE SENSOR

DISPENSER

RESISTENCE

FUSE

DRAIN PUMP

DOOR SWITCH

WATER LEVEL SWITCH

WASHING ENGINE

Inlet Valve

FLUXOMETRE

DOOR SWITCH

OVERFLOW SWITCH

DETECTOR OF

RINSE AID

brown

blue

blue

blue

yellow

blue

blue

blue

brown

yellow

red

black

white

pink

pinkpink

grey

grey

grey

blue

black

red

white

white

white

blue

blue

black

pink

grey

red

red

red

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Notes

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Notes

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International Limited Warranty

THIS WARRANTY APPLIES OUTSIDE OF
NORTH AMERICA.

For your protection as the original
purchaser, for home use, this appliance is
warranted as set forth below.

IMPORTANT:

This Warranty shall not apply if the
appliance has been subject to any accident,
abuse or misuse, or damage by re, ood
or other acts of God.

2-YEAR-MANUFACTURE & MATERIAL:

Through the 2nd year from the date of
installation, we will, through our Authorized
Service Agency, repair or replace (at our
option) FOB factory any part that becomes
inoperable due to defects in manufacture
or material under normal domestic use and

service.

CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Record the model and serial number

on this Warranty and keep it with your

sales slip or invoice as a record of your

installation date.

2. Provide proper connection to utilities,
installation, setting of controls, and
maintenance in accordance with
instructions in the user’s manual for the

appliance.

3. Pay charges for pick-up and delivery
of the appliance, labor, transportation,

local duties or taxes associated

with warranty service including any
charge to analyze the condition of the
appliance. During the 2-Year Warranty,
such charges are the responsibility of
the dealer from whom the appliance
was purchased, or as specied at the
time of the purchase of the appliance.

4. Replacement of glass and light bulbs.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE:

Contact the dealer where the appliance

was purchased. The dealer will make the
necessary arrangements or refer you to our
Authorized Service Agency if available.

THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED COVERING

THIS APPLIANCE, EXCEPT THIS
WARRANTY, WHICH IS IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY

LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN
NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE

FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR FOR

ANY DELAY IN THE PERFORMANCE
OF THIS WARRANTY DUE TO CAUSES
BEYOND OUR CONTROL. THE SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER
THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED
TO THE REPLACEMENT OF PARTS AS
HEREINBEFORE PROVIDED.

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