Whirlpool GMX 51405 Instruction for Use

Summary 1. Description of the controls ______________ 2 2. Operating instructions _________________ 17 3. Cleaning and maintenance ______

User instructions 10 EXPRESS OPTION Select this option together with any washing program (except the soak program) to SHORTEN t

User instructions 11 When the function is activated, opening of the door must not be impeded in any way; do not leave anything in the space

User instructions 12 TABLET OPTION It is activated by simultaneously pressing the option buttons Express option and Energy save. S

User instructions 13 These products are not suitable for use with excessively “hard” water. If the hardness level set is higher th

User instructions 14 CHANGING THE PROGRAM To change the program in progress, simply open the door and select a new program. When the

User instructions 15 If the door has to be opened while washing is in progress, the program will be interrupted. The relative light w

User instructions 16 ENERGY MANAGEMENT After 5 minutes of waiting (washing cycle completed, stopped or set but not started) the dishwa

User instructions 17 2. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows: • Adjust th

User instructions 18 When using water of medium hardness, the regenerating salt container should be refilled after approximately 20

User instructions 19 • Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system.

User instructions 2 1. Description of the controls 1.1 Upper panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. Switch

User instructions 20 ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM The dishwasher is equipped with a device which allows the softener setting

User instructions 21 WATER HARDNESS TABLE German degrees (°dH) French Degrees (°dF) SETTING 0 - 6 0 - 11 All lights off (no salt) 7 - 10 1

User instructions 22 2.2 Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensers The detergent and rinse aid dispensers are situated on t

User instructions 23 To add rinse aid: • Open the door. • Rotate the container cap anticlockwise by ¼ of a turn and remove it. • Add the r

User instructions 24 • The amount of rinse aid must be increased if the washed dishes appear dull or feature circular stains. • If,

User instructions 25 • The detergent packs must be sealed and stored in a dry place to prevent the formation of lumps which may nega

User instructions 26 For the safeguarding of the environment we recommend the use of phosphate- and chlorine free detergents. With s

User instructions 27 2.3 General warnings and recommendations Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read

User instructions 28 WARNING! • Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot tip over or obstruct the rotat

User instructions 29 Items which are not dishwasher-safe: • Wooden dishes, pots or pans: these may be damaged by the high washing

User instructions 3 SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ON After identifying the most suitable program with the aid of the pr

User instructions 30 2.4 Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 13 place-settings, including serving dishes. LOWER BASKE

User instructions 31 BOTTOM BASKET INSERTS Model are equipped with bottom basket inserts which improve the drying of dishes. The inserts are s

User instructions 32 UPPER BASKET It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-sized items such as glasses, small pla

User instructions 33 CUTLERY BASKET The basket has removable top grids into which items of cutlery should be inserted to keep them properly sp

User instructions 34 The cutlery basket slides across the dishwasher and can be placed in any position to allow optimal use of the space

User instructions 35 ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET The height of the top basket can be adjusted to allow large dishes or pans to be pla

User instructions 36 3. Cleaning and maintenance Before carrying out any work, always unplug the appliance from the electrical supply or

User instructions 37 CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS The spray arms can be easily removed for periodic cleaning of the nozzles, to prev

User instructions 38 CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT • It is advisable to periodically inspect the centre filter C and, if necessary, to clean

User instructions 39 GENERAL WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CORRECT MAINTENANCE: • The filters should be cleaned under running water

User instructions 4 PROGRAMS TABLE PROGRAMME NUMBER & SYMBOL LOAD CROCKERY AND CUTLERY PROGRAM PROGRESS 1 PRE WASH Pans and dishes await

User instructions 40 BEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE: • Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside

User instructions 41 If the dishes are not being cleaned properly, check that: • the correct amount of detergent has been added; •

User instructions 42 If the dishes show signs of streaking, staining, etc., check that: • the rinse aid dispenser setting is not too

User instructions 43 4. Troubleshooting The dishwasher is capable of signalling a number of faults through the simultaneous illumi

User instructions 44 FAULT DESCRIPTION E6 Water pump-out malfunction The appliance does not pump out the water or does not do so

User instructions 45 If an alarm occurs the appliance interrupts the program in progress and signals a fault. • Alarms E1, E2, E3, E

User instructions 46 TECHNICAL DATA Width 597 ÷ 599 mm Depth measured flush with the outer edge of the control panel 550 mm Height from 86

User instructions 5 EXPRESS PROGRAMS (see relevant section for explanation of functioning modes) PROGRAMME NUMBER & SYMBOL LOAD CROCKERY A

User instructions 6 DURATION and CONSUMPTION PROGRAMME NUMBER & SYMBOL MINUTES (1) LITRES POWER kWh (1) 1 SOAK 15 3,5 0,02 2 HYGIENE

User instructions 7 NOTES AND REFERENCES Only run the soak program with half loads. Options cannot be used with the soak program. The ENERG

User instructions 8 REFERENCES for the ENERGY LABEL supplied with the dishwasher: - Annual energy consumption is based on 280 standard

User instructions 9 1.2 Washing programs Before starting a washing program make sure that: • The water supply tap is o