Siemens Sf 25t251 Eu Instructions For Use

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Pots and pans
Lower basket 27
Cutlery
Cutlery should be placed in the
dishwasher always unsorted and with the
eating surface pointing downwards. The
spray jet is then better able to reach the
individual parts.
To prevent injuries, place long, pointed
accessories and knives on the ‡tagŠre
(some models) or on the knife shelf
(available as an accessory).
Folding spikes *
* on applicable models
To improve stacking of pots and pans, the
spikes can be folded down.
Baking sheet spray head *
* some models...

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Shelf  *
*  not on all models
Lean tall glasses and those with long
stems against the shelf ± not against other
items to be washed.
Place glasses, cups and small bowls on
the additional cup rack. The additional cup
rack can be swivelled in or out as required.
Small accessories holder*
* some models
Light-weight plastic accessories, e.g. cups,
lids, etc. can be held securely in the small
accessories holder.
Adjusting position of basket *
* not on all models
The top basket can be inserted on either...

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Top basket with side levers
(Rackmatic)
Pull out the top basket.
To lower the basket, press in
succession the two levers on the left
and right sides of the basket. Always
take hold of the side of the basket on
the upper edge, otherwise the basket
will not drop smoothly (and may
damage the utensils).
To raise the basket, take hold of the
basket on the upper edge and pull
upwards.
Before you re-insert the basket, ensure
that it is at the same height on both
sides. Otherwise, the appliance door
cannot...

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Detergents
Information about detergents
You can use any brand of liquid or powder
detergent, as well as tablets, that have
been specifically designed for use in
domestic dishwashers. (Do not use normal
washing-up liquid!)
Nowadays there are three types of
dishwasher detergent available:
1.  those containing phosphates and
     chlorine,
2.  those containing phosphates but no
     chlorine,
3.  those containing neither phosphates
     nor chlorine.
When a phosphate-free detergent is used
in...

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If you are using the upper rack
only, or if your dishes are only
moderately dirty, it will normally
suffice to employ a reduced
amount of detergent than
otherwise recommended.
Close the lid on the detergent
compartment.
Press down the lid (1) until it clicks
shut (2).
If you are using detergent in tablet form,
read the manufacturers
recommendations on the packaging in
order to 
determine where the tablets should be
placed inside the dishwasher (e.g. in
cutlery basket, detergent...

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Note
Optimum rinsing and drying results can be
obtained by using standard detergents in
conjunction with separate application of
salt and rinse aid.
Observance of the operating instructions
or information on the packaging of the
combined detergents determines their
effectiveness.
Note
Even if the rinse aid and/or salt refill
indicator is lit, the rinse programme runs
correctly when 3in1 products are used.
If the rinse aid refill indicator 
8 or salt
refill 
7 indicator is defective and you
would...

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Programme overview
This overview lists the max. possible number of programmes. The programmes supplied with your
appliance are indicated on the fascia.
Type of crockery
e.g.china,
pots/pans,
cutlery,
glasses,
etc.
Type of food
remains
Amount of
food remains
Condition of
food remains
Wash 
programme
Programme 
sequenceNondelicate
Soups, casseroles,
sauces, potatoes,
pasta, rice, eggs,
roast or fried foodSoups, potatoes,
pasta, rice, eggs,
roast or fried foodCoffee, cakes,
milk, sausage,
cold drinks,...

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Washing dishes
Reduce costs!
If only a small number of
dishes have been loaded into
the dishwasher, selecting a
programme that operates at
the next lowest temperature
will usually suffice.
Programme  data
The stated programme data are based on
standard operating conditions.  The values
can vary considerably according to:
different amounts of dishes
temperature of mains water supply
pressure of mains water supply
ambient temperature
fluctuations in mains voltage
machine-related factors (e.g....

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Time delay *
* 
on applicable models
You can delay the start of the programme
in 1-hour steps up to 19 hours.
Switch on the appliance.
Press the timer programming button
4 until the digital display 3 jumps
to 
.
Keep pressing the timer programming
button until the required time is
displayed.
To delete the timer programming,
keep pressing the button until 
is displayed.
You can change your programme
selection at any time until the
programme starts.
Remaining running time display
When the appliance...

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Maintenance  and care
You can help prevent faults by checking
and maintaining your appliance regularly.
This will save time and reduce problems.
Therefore you should occasionally
examine the inside of your dishwasher.
Overall  condition of the
appliance
Check the rinsing compartment for grease
and limescale deposits.
If you find any deposits:
Fill the detergent dispenser with
detergent. Start the empty appliance
with the programme which has the
highest rinsing temperature.
Clean the door seal:
Wipe...