Whirlpool GSXK 5010 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

Before using the dishwasher, read the installation and maintenance instructions carefully!

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GSXK 5010

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.

Half Load/Multizone
Half load cycle can be used for the upper or lower
rack. Select the programme then press the “Half load”
button. The indicator lights up, and goes off at the end
of the programme. This function can be used with the
programmes indicated in table 1.1. At the end of the
programme, the most recently selected setting
remains memorised.

Detergent setting upon initial use and when using a
different type of detergent
Indicator lamp off = Powder/gel detergent (factory setting).
If using combined detergents, press and hold the
button for 3 seconds; the indicator lamp lights up =
rinse aid and salt indicators are deactivated.
From water hardness level 5, the salt indicator remains
active. At the end of the programme, the most
recently selected setting remains memorised.

Delayed Start button
Press the button repeatedly to delay the start of the
programme by 2, 4 or 8 hours. Then press the
Start/Resume button. The remaining time is
indicated by the corresponding indicator lamp. The
wash programme will start after the set time. The
set delay will be memorised at the end of the cycle,
and can be selected by pressing the button again.

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...”.

Salt level indicator and rinse aid level indicator
These light up at the end of the programme if salt
or rinse aid needs topping up.
Only add just before starting a wash cycle.

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Table 1.1.

Programme Table

Programmes

1

2

3

4

5

Pre-Rinse cold

Quickwash 45°C

2)

Bio Normal

Hygienic +

50°C

3)

Intensive 70°C

Additional

options

Description of

programme

Crockery to be washed later. — — 4.0 0.03 14 ±

Lightly soiled crockery, with no
dried-on food.

Normally soiled crockery.
Energy-saving programme.

Normally or heavily soiled crockery,
with additional antibacterial wash.
Stopping a programme underway
(e.g. by opening the door) can
compromise the elimination of
bacteria.

Recommended programme for
heavily soiled crockery, especially
suitable for pots and pans.

Detergent

dispenser

large small Litres kWh Minutes

X — 11.0 0.80 30 ±

X X 12.0 1.05 165 ±

X X 13.0 1.50 115 ±

X X 14.0 1.55 155 ±

Consumption

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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:
“[e-mail]”.

3) The antibacterial action has been proven in collaboration with the Pasteur Institute of Lille (France), in conformity
with. Standard NF EN 13697 of November 2001.

for detailed

5019 496 01154

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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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