Before using the dishwasher, read the installation and maintenance instructions carefully!
GB
GSX 3000
1. OVERVIEW
Programme selection button
Press the button (repeatedly) until the indicator
lamp of the desired programme lights up (see
table 1.1).
At the end of the wash cycle, the last
programme selected is memorized.
Start/Resume button
The indicator lamp lights up during operation,
flashes when the programme is interrupted
before completion and switches off at the end
of the programme.
Cancel/Off button
Press the button to switch the dishwasher off or
to interrupt the selected programme.
If the Cancel/Off indicator lamp flashes
repeatedly, this indicates a fault: see chapter 5
“What to do if...”.
Table 1.1.
Overview of programmes
P
1 Pre-Rinse cold
2 Quickwash 40°C
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4 Intensive 70°C
1) Programme data obtained in conformity with European standard EN 50242. The data may vary, for example,
according to different loads, extra functions, different settings, water supply temperatures, water hardness and
power supply voltage.
2) Programme for energy data label in conformity with EN 50242. - Information for Test Laboratories:
information on the EN/Standard loading comparison test and other tests, contact the following address:
“nk_customer@whirlpool.com”.
Programmes Description of programme
Crockery to be washed later. — — 5.0 0.02 10 ±
Lightly soiled crockery, with no
dried-on food.
Bio Normal
2)
50°C
Normally soiled crockery.
Energy-saving programme.
Recommended programme for
heavily soiled crockery, especially
suitable for pots and pans.
Detergent
dispenser
large small Litres kWh Minutes
X — 13.0 0.70 30 ±
X X 15.0 1.05 165 ±
X X 15.0 1.50 140 ±
Consumption
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2. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Detailed instructions are given on the following pages; also see section “5. What to do if...”.
1. Switch the
appliance on
2. Select the right type
of detergent
3. Fill the detergent
dispenser
4. Check the rinse aid level
5. Set the water
hardness level
The dishwasher switches on automatically when any button is pressed, except for the
button. If no button is pressed within 30 seconds, the appliance switches to Energy
Saving mode.
Depending on the dishwasher model
6. Check the salt level
7. Load the racks
8. Select a programme,
and start
9. Turn on the water tap,
close the door
Wash cycle
Fill dishes: beware of hot steam! The Start
indicator blinks, press the Start button
again, the programme resumes from
where it had stopped (as happens after a
power shortage as well).
Change the programme
in progress:
- Press the Cancel/Off button.
- Close the door.
- (Water drains for up to 60 seconds).
- Open the door.
- Select a new programme.
- Press the START button.
10.End of programme
11.Open the door
12.Turn off the water tap,
unload the racks
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3. HOW TO USE THE APPLIANCE
HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
Only fill the detergent dispenser prior to starting a wash programme.
specially recommended for dishwashers, observing the manufacturer’s recommended dosage.
Observe the manufacturer’s safety warnings!
Press the left button (button 1) on the dispenser to open the detergent dispenser compartments.
a. Powder/gel/tabs
Fill the detergent dispenser compartments in accordance with the wash programme selected (table 1.1).
Programmes without pre-wash:
Pour the entire recommended dosage into compartment A.
Programmes with pre-wash:
Pour 2/3 of the recommended dosage into the large compartment
and 1/3 into the small compartment B.
A
Dishwasher tabs should be placed, as per the manufacturer’s
recommendations, in compartment A.
If the “Half load” option is selected, detergent dosage should be
reduced by approximately 1/3.
b. Combined action detergents (2 in 1/3 in 1/... etc.)
Dishwasher tabs should be placed, as per the manufacturer’s
recommendations, in compartment A.
Shut and firmly press the detergent compartment lid shut after filling.
Detergents with rinse aid incorporated may be effective only with longer programmes. In the
case of shorter programmes, detergent residue may be a problem (if necessary, use powder
detergent). Detergents with rinse aid incorporated tend to form excess suds.
Large
compartment
A
use detergents
Only
Button
1
compartment
Small
B
The guarantee is not applicable if faults are caused by the use of these products.
HOW TO CHECK/FILL/ADJUST RINSE AID
Not necessary when using a combined action detergent.
a. How to check the rinse aid level
Check the visual indicator C on the dispenser: dark = sufficient rinse aid, clear = add rinse aid.
In the case of appliances with an electric indicator on the
control panel, the rinse aid indicator lights up at the end
of the wash cycle when rinse aid needs to be added.
b. How to fill the rinse aid dispenser
Press the right button on the dispenser (button 2 ) to open
the rinse aid compartment.
Fill the dispenser with rinse aid up to the “max” line
(approx. 150 ml).
Shut the lid again.
Only use rinse aids recommended for use in domestic dishwashers.
If rinse aid is accidentally spilt,
which could cause appliance malfunctioning.
c. How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator:
The rinse aid dosage can be adjusted to the detergent used. The lower the setting, the less
rinse aid is dispensed (factory setting: position 4).
Press the button 2 to open the cover.
Using a coin or similar object, turn the arrow to the desired setting.
After adjusting the rinse aid setting, shut the cover again.
immediately
remove it to avoid the formation of excessive suds
Indicator
max
Button
C
2
If the dishes often have whitish streaks: reduce the dosage by turning the dial to a lower setting
(1-3). Dishes did not dry: increase the dosage by turning the dial to a higher setting (5-6). Plastic
dishes have more difficulty drying and a higher rinse aid setting will not improve the situation.
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