17986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 1 user manual dishwasher GA55SLI301
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 2 2 electrolux welcome to the world of Electrolux Welcome to the world of Electrolux You’ve chosen a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. You can look at some examples on the cover in this manual.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 3 contents electrolux 3 Contents Safety information 4 Product description 6 Control panel 7 Display 11 First use 13 Daily use 17 Washing programmes 28 Care and cleaning 30 Something not working 34 Technical data 37 Hints for test institutes 39 Installation 41 Environment concerns 45 The following symbols are used in this manual: Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to avoid damaging the appliance.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 4 4 electrolux safety information Safety information ● In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 5 safety information electrolux 5 ● Do not sit or stand on the open door. Child safety This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Don’t allow children to use the dishwasher unsupervised. ● Keep all packaging well away from children. There is risk of suffocation. ● Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach. ● Keep children well away from the dishwasher when the door is open.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 6 6 electrolux product description Product description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Ceiling spray arm 2 Upper basket 3 Upper basket spray arm 4 Filters 5 Lower spray arm 6 Detergent dispenser 7 Rinse aid dispenser 8 Rating plate 9 Salt container This dishwasher has an internal light; in case that this light has to be replaced, please contact your local Service Force Centre.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 7 control panel electrolux 7 Control panel 1 On/Off button 2 Programme selection button 3 Delay start button 4 Option button 5 Cancel button 6 OK button 7 Display A sequence of displayed messages and audible signals will guide you in the setting of the appliance and the selection of a washing programme and available options.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 8 8 electrolux control panel Programme selection button With this control it is possible to select the desired washing programme. Delay start button Allows the start of the washing programme to be delayed from 1 hour up to 19 hours. The countdown will decrease with steps of 1 hour. Only in the last hour the decrease is in minutes. Once the countdown has elapsed the washing programme will start automatically.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 9 control panel electrolux 9 Option menu ANTIBACTERIAL Option submenu During the last rinse, this option allows to increase the temperature to 68°C and be held at over 65°C for at least 10 minutes. This gives a greater degree of hygiene to dishes and glasses. This option is not available with all washing programmes (see ‘Washing programmes’ chart).
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 10 10 electrolux control panel 3 IN 1 Set the dishwasher for the use of combi detergent tablets (‘3 in 1’ - ‘4 in 1’ - ‘5 in 1’ etc...). See ‘3 in 1 function’. Symbol 3 IN 1 appears in the display ON active OFF not active SETTINGS LANGUAGE Allows you to set the language of the displayed messages. WATER HARDNESS Allows you to set manually the water softener. SOUND VOLUME Allows you to adjust the volume of the audible signals (from 0 to 5).
7986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 11 display electrolux 11 Display Washing phases: during the progress of the programme these little bars indicate the phase of the washing programme: prewash - main wash - rinses - drying Symbols: indicate the various options In this row several details are displayed: - Setting mode: guide to the selection of the washing programme - duration time of the programme, options (when together with the washing programme one or more options are set, the update of the progr
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 12 12 electrolux display The symbols have the following meaning: Delay start: fixed in setting mode; flashing when countdown in progress Antibacterial: is illuminated when antibacterial option has been selected. Extra rinse: is illuminated when the Extra rinse option has been selected. 3 IN 1: is illuminated when the 3 IN 1 function is active. Energy: is illuminated when the Energy washing programme is selected or in progress.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 13 first use electrolux 13 First use Before using your dishwasher for the first time: ● Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions ● Remove all packaging from inside the appliance ● Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt container and then fill with dishwasher salt ● Fill the rinse aid dispenser If you want to use combi detergent tablets such as: “3 in 1”, “4 in 1”, “5 in 1” etc...
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 14 14 electrolux first use Water hardness Water hardness setting °dH °TH mmol/l 51 - 70 91 - 125 9.1 - 12.5 43 - 50 76 - 90 7.6 - 9.0 37 - 42 65 - 75 6.5 - 7.5 29 - 36 51 - 64 5.1 - 6.4 23 - 28 40 - 50 4.0 - 5.0 19 - 22 33 - 39 3.3 - 3.9 15 - 18 26 - 32 2.6 - 3.2 11 - 14 19 - 25 1.9 - 2.5 4 - 10 7 - 18 0.7 - 1.8 <4 <7 < 0.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 15 first use electrolux 15 Filling with dishwasher salt Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers. All other types of salt not specifically designed for use in a dishwasher, especially table salt, will damage the water softener. Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 16 16 electrolux first use The dose is factory set in position 4. Increase the dose if there are drops of water or lime spots on the dishes after washing. Reduce it if there are sticky whitish streaks on the dishes or a bluish film on glassware or knife blades. 3. Ensure that the lid is closed after every refill. 2. Add the rinse aid in the container. The maximum level for filling is indicated by "max".
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 17 daily use electrolux 17 Daily use ● Check if it’s necessary to refill with dishwasher salt or rinse aid ● Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher. ● Fill with dishwasher detergent . ● Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes. ● Start the wash programme. Loading cutlery and dishes Sponges, household cloths and any object that can absorb water may not be washed in the dishwasher.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 18 18 electrolux daily use For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery and dishes are not suitable: - Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-ofpearls handles. - Plastic items that are not heat resistant. - Older cutlery with glued parts that are not temperature resistant. - Bonded cutlery items or dishes. - Pewter or copper items. - Lead crystal glass. - Steel items prone to rusting. - Wooden platters. - Items made from synthetics fibres.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 19 daily use electrolux 19 The lower basket The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc. A serving plate can be placed in front of the cutlery basket. The rear plate rack can be easily folded down to allow you to load pots, pans and bowls. Folding down the right plate rack will create another plate rack that allows you to load deep plates and bowls. 1.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 20 20 electrolux daily use The cutlery basket Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard. Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket. Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives. To make loading of the cutlery basket easier, lower the cutlery basket handle (fig.2). fig.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 21 daily use electrolux 21 The cutlery basket is in two parts which can be separated to give greater loading flexibility. To separate the two parts, slide them horizontally in opposite directions and pull them apart (fig. 4). The upper basket The upper basket is designed for saucers, salad bowls, cups, glasses, pots and lids. fig. 4 To reassemble, reverse the procedure.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 22 22 electrolux daily use Glass holders For glasses with long stems and tall cylindrical glasses, fold up the glass holder. (Top picture) To unload or when not needed, fold the glass holder back to the right. (Middle picture). Glasses can also be placed over the bars pointing up. (Bottom picture). Adjusting the height of the upper basket If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 23 daily use electrolux 23 Maximum plate sizes with upper basket in higher position. 18 32 25 Arrangement of large plates in the lower basket Maximum plate sizes with upper basket in lower position.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 24 24 electrolux daily use Use of detergent 20 = approximately 20 g of detergent 30 = approximately 30 g of detergent Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers. Please observe the manufacturer’s dosing and storage recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging. 3. All programmes with prewash need an additional detergent dose (5/10 g) that must be placed in the prewash detergent chamber (2).
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 25 daily use electrolux 25 3 IN 1 function This appliance is equipped with the 3 in 1 function, that allows the use of the ‘3 in 1‘ combi detergent tablets. These products are detergents with a combined cleaning, rinsing and salt functions. They can also contain other different agents depending on which kind of tablets you choose (‘3 in 1‘, ‘4 in 1‘, ‘5 in 1‘ etc...) Check whether these detergents are suitable for your water hardness.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 26 26 electrolux daily use Set and start a washing programme 1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly and that the spray arms are free to rotate 2. Check that the water tap is opened 3. Close the dishwasher door. 4. Press the On/Off button. If filling with rinse aid and/or salt is necessary, the refilling messages will appear in the display and the washing programme or the delay start will not begin after having pressed the OK button.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 27 daily use electrolux 27 Interrupt or cancel a washing programme in progress ONLY if it’s absolutely necessary. Attention! Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. Open the door carefully. Interrupt a washing programme in progress: ● Open the dishwasher door; the programme will stop. The message PLEASE CLOSE DOOR is displayed. Close the dishwasher door; the programme will continue from the point at which it was interrupted.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 28 28 electrolux washing programmes Washing programmes Programme Degree of soil Type of load Programme description Prewash Main wash up to 50°C or 65°C 1 or 2 intermediate rinses Final rinse Drying Automatic (1) Heavy or Normal soil Crockery, cutlery, pots and pans 45° Glass Normal soil Delicate crockery and glassware Main wash up to 45°C 1 intermediate rinse Final rinse Drying Heavy soil Crockery, cutlery, pots and pans Prewash Main wash up to 70°C 2
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 29 washing programmes electrolux 29 Washing programmes information (1) During the Automatic washing programme the amount of soil on the dishes is determined by how cloudy the water is. The programme duration, water and energy consumption levels can vary; this depends upon if the appliance is fully or partially loaded and if the dishes are lightly or heavily soiled. The temperature of the water is automatically adjusted between 50°C and 65°C.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 30 30 electrolux care and cleaning Care and cleaning Cleaning the filters The filters must be checked and cleaned from time to time. Dirty filters will degrade the washing result. The message CLEAN FILTER will periodically appear to remind you to clean the filters. Before cleaning the filters ensure that the machine is switched off. Coarse filter The coarse filter (1) must be checked after every washing programme. 1. Open the door, remove the lower basket. 2.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 31 care and cleaning electrolux 31 4. Put the fine filter back in the base of the washing compartment and ensure that it fits perfectly by turning to the left until you feel it click into place (arrow). Cleaning the spray arms Regularly check the nozzles in the 3 spray arms for blockages. If necessary clean the nozzles with a piece of fine wire or a fine needle and a strong water jet. Do not damage the nozzle openings. Ceiling spray arm 1.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 32 32 electrolux care and cleaning Upper basket spray arm 1. Remove the upper basket spray arm by turning it laterally. External cleaning Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc...). ● 2. Clean spray arm nozzles. 3. To replace the spray arm, press upwards until you feel it snap into place.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 33 care and cleaning electrolux 33 Prolonged periods of nonoperation If you are not using the machine for any prolonged period of time you are advised to: 1. Unplug the appliance and then turn off the water. 2. Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of any unpleasant smells. 3. Leave the inside of the machine clean. Frost precautions Avoid placing the machine in a location where the temperature is below 0°C.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 34 34 electrolux someting not working Something not working The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation. Certain problems are due to the lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved with the help of the indications described in the chart, without calling out an engineer. Switch off the appliance and carry out the following suggested corrective actions.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 35 something not working electrolux 35 Malfunction The programme does not start Once these checks have been carried out, switch on the appliance. The programme will continue from the point at which it was interrupted. If the malfunction or fault code reappears contact the Service Force Centre. For other fault codes not described in the above chart, please contact your Service Force Centre. Contact your local Service Force Centre, quoting the model (Mod.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 36 36 electrolux something not working The wash results are not satisfactory The dishes are not clean ● The wrong washing programme has been selected. ● The dishes are arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must not be overloaded. ● The spray arms do not rotate freely due to incorrect arrangement of the load. ● The filters in the base of the washing compartment are dirty.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 37 technical data electrolux 37 Technical data Dimensions Width 54.6 cm Height 75.9 cm Depth 56.3 cm Electrical connection Voltage - Overall power Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the dishwasher’s door Water supply pressure Minimum 0.5 bar (0.05 MPa) Maximum 8 bar (0.8 MPa) Capacity Max. weight Subject to change without notice 11 place settings 55.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 38 38 electrolux technical data Consumption values Programme Programme duration (in minutes) Energy consumption (in kWh) Water consumption (in litres) Automatic 85 - 105 1.1 - 1.5 12 - 22 45° Glass 65 - 75 0.8 - 0.9 13 - 14 70° Intensive 105 - 115 1.8 - 2.0 22 - 24 50° Normal 100 - 110 1.3 - 1.5 15 - 17 175 1.0 14 30 minutes 30 0.9 8 20 minutes 20 0.7 8 Prewash 7 0.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 39 hints for test institutes electrolux 39 Hints for test institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Consumption values"). Test in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt container and rinse aid dispenser have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively and using the test programme (see "Consumption values").
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 40 40 electrolux hints for test institutes Arrangement upper basket (upper basket in lowered position) Arrangement lower basket
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 41 installation electrolux 41 Installation Water supply connections Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person. Remove all packaging before positioning the machine. If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a drain. This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen counter or worksurface.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 42 42 electrolux installation Warning! Dangerous voltage A C 70 C G 546 100 N 550 180 550 B B A = drain outlet G = size of the appliance K = cold water supply N = size of the recess W = hot water supply E = socket 50 600 K E G 759 W 400 A water inlet hose with safety valve must only be replaced by the Service Force Centre. D max. 700 ● If water inlet hose or the safety valve is damaged, remove the mains plug immediately.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 43 installation electrolux 43 When connecting the drain hose to an under sink trap spigot, the entire plastic membrane (A) must be removed. Failure to remove all the membrane will result in food particles building up over time eventually blocking the dishwasher drain hose spigot Our appliances are supplied with a security device to protect against the return of dirty water back into the machine.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 44 44 electrolux installation 1. Stand the appliance in front of the kitchen unit. Place cable and hoses into the neighbouring unit. Other fixing possibilities: on the plinth 2. Push the appliance in, pull the cable and hoses through and ensure that they are not kinked or squashed. 50 105 3. Line up the appliance and fix it on both sides in the upper area of the tub casing.
117986 53/2en 23-01-2009 14:21 Pagina 45 environment concerns electrolux 45 Environment concerns Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities. When a unit is no longer being used: - Pull the plug out of the socket. - Cut off the cable and plug and dispose of them.
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