Instruction for Use

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PROGRAM SELECTION

BUTTON

Push “Programs” button

(repeatedly) until the indicator

of the required program lights

up (see “Table of programs”

below).

CANCEL/OFF BUTTON

Push this button to switch off the control panel.

If pressed when a program is running it cancels the

program ongoing draining water for 1 minute.

If pressed when the dishwasher is switched off it

drains any possible liquids from dishwasher

(1 minute process).

If the indicator flashes repeatedly, see page 6 -

chapter ”What to do if ...”.

(see at right for options description)

START/RESUME BUTTON

Push this button to start the selected program: the

indicator lights up and goes off at the end of the

program. When the door is opened during a

washing cycle, the cycle is temporarily paused: the

Start indicator blinks. To resume the cycle close

the door and push Start button again.

1) Program data obtained in conformity with European standard EN 50242, obtained under normal conditions

(without additional options) and may vary depending on conditions. Differences of up to 20 minutes are possible

with sensor programs as a result of the appliance’s automatic calibration system.

2) Reference program for energy label in compliance with EN 50242 regulations. - Note for Testing Institutes: for

detailed information on the EN/Standard loading comparison test and other tests, contact the following address:

“nk_customer@whirlpool.com”.

3) The antibacterial action has been tested by the Institut Pasteur of Lille (France), based on the NF EN 13697

standard of November 2001.

Ta b l e o f p r o g r a m s

Deter-

gent

Consumption

Programs

Available

options

Loading instructions

Litres kWh

Minutes

Sensor 50-65°C

Delay

Antibacterial

rinse

Recommended program for

routine washes, with dried-

on food (e.g. EN 50242).

X 7-14 1.00-1.60 70-155

Pre-Wash cold

Delay

Crockery to be washed

later.

— 4.0 0.03 14

Quickwash 45°C

Delay

Lightly soiled crockery, with

no dried-on food.

X 11.0 0.80 30

Bio Normal

50°C

Delay

Antibacterial

rinse

Normally soiled crockery.

Energy-saving program.

X 12.0 1.05 165

Intensive 70°C

Delay

Antibacterial

rinse

Recommended program for

heavily soiled crockery,

especially suitable for pans

and saucepans.

X 14.0 1.55 155

5019 496 01689

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME CAREFULLY READ

THIS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE AND THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS!

THE CONTROL PANEL OF THIS DISHWASHER ACTIVATES PUSHING

ANY BUTTON EXCEPT CANCEL/OFF BUTTON.

FOR ENERGY SAVING THE CONTROL PANEL DEACTIVATES

AUTOMATICALLY AFTER 30 SECONDS IF NO CYCLE HAS STARTED.

SALT INDICATOR

When lit (at the end of the

cycle), the salt reservoir

needs to be refilled.

ANTIBACTERIAL RINSE

This function activates an

antibacterial rinse at the end

of the wash cycle,

guaranteeing a further

reduction of bacteria. Press

the button to activate or

deactivate the function. This

function can be used with

the programs indicated in

the table of programs. The

dishwasher door must be

kept shut for the entire

duration of the program in

order to guarantee

reduction of bacteria. If the

door is opened the indicator

lamp starts flashing.

TABLET SETTING

This setting allows to optimize the cycle performances

according the type of detergent used.

Push the Tablet button for 3 seconds (until the indicator

lights up) if you are using the combined detergents in

tablet (rinse aid, salt and deteregent in 1 dose).

If you are using powder detergent or liquid detergent,

the Tablet indicator on the control panel has to be off.

DELAYED START

BUTTON

The wash cycle can be

programmed to start

after 2, 4 or 8 hours.

Then press the Start

button. The wash

program will start after

the set time.

RINSE AID INDICATOR

When lit (at the end of the

cycle), the rinse aid

dispenser needs to be

refilled.

GSFL 3131

Options and display description

Quick reference guide

Summary of content (8 pages)

PAGE 1
Chart Quick reference guide BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME CAREFULLY READ THIS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE AND THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS! THE CONTROL PANEL OF THIS DISHWASHER ACTIVATES PUSHING ANY BUTTON EXCEPT CANCEL/OFF BUTTON. FOR ENERGY SAVING THE CONTROL PANEL DEACTIVATES AUTOMATICALLY AFTER 30 SECONDS IF NO CYCLE HAS STARTED.
PAGE 2
First time use How to set water hardness in order to always assure the best cleaning results Water hardness should be set only before the first wash or if water hardness has been changed - Press and hold together Programs and CANCEL/Off buttons for minimum 3 seconds. - Programs LEDs will indicate the water hardness setting. - Press the Programs button to increase setting (when the level reaches 7, the next key press will set the level back to 1.
PAGE 3
Daily check Adding rinse aid (not necessary when you use tablets). How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator 2 Visual indicator If required, open the cover B (press the dedicated button). Check the rinse aid indicator to check the level into the dispenser. 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 to open the cover B.
PAGE 4
How to load the racks How to load UPPER RACK 4 A - Glass-holder for long stem glasses: it can be adjusted in 2 different positions according glasses shape. B - Adjustable flaps: in horizontal position for cups/ long utensils, in raised position for plates. (in some models only) C - Cutlery basket: it can be placed in the upper rack when the “Half load/Multizone” option is selected. How to adjust upper rack height (if available).
PAGE 5
Select program 6 Overview of programs The max. possible number of programs is illustrated in the chapter “Chart”. The corresponding programs for your appliance can be found on the panel (page 1). Choose program according to the attached table of programs (page 1). Duration of the program depends on the external conditions in the apartment, temperature and pressure etc. Wash cycle 7 The dishwasher door must be closed and the water tap open. To pause the program (e.g.
PAGE 6
What to do if... If a fault occurs, before contacting the After-sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem. Most faults can be remedied by taking the following courses of action, quickly restoring normal appliance operation. The appliance... ...is not working/will not start ...the CANCEL/Off indicator lamp blinks 6 times ...the CANCEL/Off indicator lamp blinks 6 times/wash program ended too early (dishes are dirty and wet) ...
PAGE 7
What to do if... Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions... ...salt indicator lit - Use tablets for soft water. - Set “Tablet” option; if this option is not available, it is normal for the salt indicator to light up. ...have deposits: regeneration salt residue - Water too hard. - In areas with very hard water, more regeneration salt needs to be added (see page 2, “How to set water hardness”). - Salt reservoir cap open. - Close the salt reservoir cap properly.
PAGE 8
What to do if... Disconnect the mains plug If, after carrying out the above checks, the fault persists, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. Contact the After-sales Service (see warranty). Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following: - the description of the fault, - the appliance type and model, - the service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate) inside the door on the right-hand side: Precautions and general recommendations 1.