Siemens Sf 54t552 Eu Instructions For Use

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Filters The filters 
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 prevent large particles of
food in the water from reaching the pump. These particles may occasionally block the filters.
When the appliance has finished washing, check the filters for particlesof food and, if required, clean.
After undoing the coarse micro-filter , the
filter unit can be removed. Remove any particles of food and rinse the filters under running water .
Insert the filter unit and tighten the coarse micro-filter.
Coarse/microfilter Spray
 arms
Lime  and remnants of food in the washing
water can block the nozzles in the spray arms 
22  and 23 and the arm
mountings .
Inspect the nozzles in the spray arms for blocked holes due to remnants offood.
If necessary , pull the lower arm 23
upwards and lift it of f.
Unscrew the upper spray arm 22.
Clean both spray arms under running 
water.
Refit the spray arms. Ensure that the lower arm has locked into place and the upper one is screwed tight.
   
						

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Pump
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*  on applicable models
Larger remnants of food that have not been trapped by the filters and have been left in the water can cause a blockage in the pump. The water is no longer pumped out of the dishwasher and it can be seencovering the filter .
Proceed as follows:
First, always disconnect the appliance from the power supply .
Ladle out as much water as possible.
Remove the filters 25.
Undo the screw in the cover (T orx T 20)
and remove the cover .
Inspect the inside and remove any obstructions that you find.
Re-insert the cover and screw down.
Re-insert the filters and screw down.
Torx T20
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Fault finding
Resolving  minor problems
yourself Experience  has shown that you can
resolve most problems that arise during normal daily usage yourself, without having to call out a service engineer . Not
only does this save costs, but it alsomeans that the appliance is available for use again that much sooner . The following
list of common occurrences and their remedies should help you identify the causes of most problems. Problems  ...
Attention
Remember:  Repairs may be carried out by
a technician only . If a component has to be
replaced, ensure that only original spare parts are used. Improper repairs or use of non-original spare parts may cause considerable damage and put the user at considerable risk. ...  when the appliance
is switched on
The  appliance does not start.
The mains fuse has tripped.
The appliance plug has not been inserted.
The appliance door has not been shut properly .
The tap has not been turned on.
The filter on the water supply hose is blocked. Switch off the appliance and pull
out the mains plug. T urn off the
tap. Then clean the filter which issituated at the connection of the supply hose. Finally , restore the
power , turn on the tap and switch
on the appliance.
 
						

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...  with the appliance itself
Lower  spray arm rotates with
difficulty
Spray arm is blocked by small items or food remains.
Lid in detergent compartment cannot be closed
Detergent compartment has been overfilled.
Mechanism is clogged with remnants of detergent. Indicator lamps do not extinguishafter washing has finished.
 Indicator lamps do not extinguish after washing has finished
Main switch is still set to ON.
Remnants of detergent stuck inside dispenser
Compartment was damp when it was filled up with detergent. Compartment must be dry before detergent is added.
Refill display does not light up.
Rinse aid refill indicator switched of f. (see auto 3in1 chapter)
Salt refill indicator switched of f.
(see auto 3in1 chapter)
W ater remains inside appliance
after programme has ended
Blockage or kink in drainage hose.
Pump is jammed.
Filters are blocked.
The programme is still running. W ait for the programme to end
(numerical display will indicate 0).
Perform ªResetº function. ...
 during washing
Unusual  amount of foam is created
Normal washing up liquid has been poured into the rinse-aid 
container.
Remove any spilled rinse aid with a cloth as it could otherwise lead to excessive foaming during the next washing cycle.
Appliance stops suddenly while washing is taking place
Cut in electricity supply to appliance.
Water supply has been
interrupted.
Knocking sound can be heard while washing is taking place
A spray arm is knocking against the dishes inside the appliance.
Rattling sound can be heard while washing is taking place
Crockery has not been stacked properly inside the appliance.
Knocking sound coming from inlet valves
This is caused by the way the water pipes have been laid and ithas no ef fect upon the way the
appliance functions. There is noremedy for this.
 
						

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...
 with the dishes, cutlery , etc.
Remnants of food are stuck to the
dishes, cutlery , etc.
Dishwasher was not loaded properly. Jets of water could not
reach all parts of the dishes, etc.
T oo many items in the rack.
Items in the rack were touching each other .
Not enough detergent was added to dispenser .
Selected wash programme was not intensive enough.
Rotation of spray arm was obstructed by dish, etc.
Nozzles in spray arm are blocked by remnants of food.
Filters are blocked.
Filters have been incorrectly fitted.
Waste-water pump is jammed.
Plastic items are discoloured
Not enough detergent was added to dispenser .
White stains are left on crockery ,
glasses have a milky appearance
Not enough detergent was added to input compartment.
Amount of rinse-aid was set too 
low.
Although water is quite hard, no salt has been put in appliance.
W ater softener was set too low .
Lid on salt container is not screwed tight.
If you used a phosphate-free detergent, try a detergent containing phosphates and compare results.
Dishes, cutlery, etc. have not been
dried
Selected programme did not include drying function.
Amount of rinse-aid was set too 
low.
Items were removed from dishwasher too soon.
Glasses have a dull appearance
Amount of rinse-aid was set too 
low.
T ea stains or traces of lipstick have
not been completely removed
Detergent does not have a suf ficient bleaching ef fect.
Washing temperature was set too
low.
T races of rust on cutlery
Cutlery is not suf ficiently rustproof.
Salt content in washing water is too high.
Lid on salt container is not screwed tight.
Too much salt was spilt while
filling container .
Glasses become clouded and discoloured; coating cannot be wiped off
Unsuitable detergent was used.
Glasses are not dishwasher-proof.
Smears left behind on glasses and cutlery; glasses have acquired ametallic appearance
Amount of rinse-aid set too high.
 
						

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Customer
 Service
Please  call your local service agent, if you
are not able to resolve any problem yourself. The name of your nearest service agent is shown in the Customer Service address list. When you call, please provide details of the model number (1) and the production (FD) number (2) which are shown on the nameplate 
31 on the
appliance door .
FD
1 2
Attention
Please note that a visit by the customer service technician in the event of a fault or one of the problems previously discussedis not free of charge even during the
warranty period.
Information
Notes  on comparison tests
You  will find details of the conditions for
the comparison tests on the additional ºNotes on comparison testsº sheet. The consumption values for the relevant programmes are given in the introduction. General
Built-under and integrated appliances which are subsequently installed as free-standing appliances must be secured to prevent them from falling over , e.g. by screwing them to the wall
or by installing them under a continuous worktop which is screwed to the adjoining units.
For Swiss version only: The appliance can be installed without dif ficulty between wooden and plastic
walls in a kitchen range. If the applianceis not connected via a plug, theinstallation side must feature an all-pole disconnector with a contact gap of at least 3 mm in order to satisfy therelevant safety regulations.
 
						

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26 Installation
The dishwasher must be connected by a qualified technician to ensure correctoperation. The specifications for supply ,
drainage and connected load must fulfilthe required criteria as stated in the following paragraphs or in the installation instructions. Install the appliance in the following sequence: ± Check the delivery ± Install the appliance ± Connect the waste water ± Connect the fresh water± Connect the power supply Delivery Y our dishwasher was checked at the
factory to ensure that it was in perfect working order . This may have left some
small water stains in the dishwasher .
These will disappear after the first rinse cycle. Installation The required installation dimensions can be found in the installation instructions. Using the height-adjustable feet, adjust the appliance until it is level. Ensure that the appliance is standing firmly .
Waste  water connection
See  the installation instructions for the
required connection steps. If required,attach a siphon with drainage spigot. Using the enclosed parts, connect the waste water hose to the drainage spigot of the siphon. Ensure that the drainage hose is notkinked, crushed or twisted (ensure that there is no sealing cover which prevents the waster water from flowing away!). Fresh
 water connection
Using  the enclosed parts, connect the
fresh water connection to the tap according to the installation instructions. Ensure that the fresh water connection isnot kinked, crushed or twisted. When replacing the appliance, always connect a new water supply hose to the water supply . The old supply hose must
not be re-used. W ater pressure:
Minimum 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar) ± maximum 1 MPa (10 bar). If the water pressure is higher , install a
pressure reducing valve. Flow rate:Minimum of 10 litres per minute.W ater temperature:
W e recommend that you use cold water .
If you do use hot water , the temperature
should not exceed 60  5C.
Electrical  connection
Connect  the appliance only to 230 V
alternating current via a correctly installed socket with protective conductor .
See rating plate for required fusing 
31 . 
The socket must be attached near the dishwasher and be freely accessible. The connection may be modified by an electrician only .
Use only a residual-current-operated circuit-breaker which features the 
symbol. Only this circuit breaker guarantees compliance with the currentlyvalid regulations.
 
						

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Removing
 the appliance
It  is essential, when removing the
appliance, to observe the following sequence: First, disconnect the appliancefrom the power supply .
Pull out the mains plug.T urn of f the water supply .
Disconnect the waste water and freshwater connections.Loosen the fastening screws under the worktop. If fitted, remove the base panel. Pull out the appliance, carefully pulling thehose behind. 
Transporting  the dishwasher
Drain  water from the dishwasher . Secure
all loose parts. The appliance should only be transported in an upright position.
If the appliance is not kept upright during transport, any water left insidemay seep into the control module andcause subsequent errors withprogramme functions.
The appliance must be drained in the following sequence:
T urn on the tap.
Set main switch to ON.
Select the B  programme. The
programme duration in minutes is shown in the numerical display .
Close the door.
Wait for approximately 4 minutes.
Terminate the programme by
pressing 
A  and C
simultaneously.
The time display changes to .
Close the door .
Wait a further minute and then
switch the appliance of f.
Turn of f the tap.
Protection  from freezing
temperatures If  the appliance is installed in a location
where there is a risk of freezing temperatures (e.g. in a holiday home), allwater must be completely drained out ofthe interior (see ªT ransporting the
dishwasherº). T urn OFF the tap, disconnect the supply
hose and allow to drain. Waste
 disposal
Disposal Old  appliances are not worthless rubbish.
V aluable raw materials can be reclaimed
by recycling old appliances. Pull out the mains plug of the redundant appliance. Cut of f the power cord and
discard with mains plug.T o prevent children from locking
themselves in the appliance andsuf focating, destroy the door lock
and childproof lock (if fitted). Y ou received your new appliance in
a protective shipping carton. All packaging materials are environmentally friendly and recyclable. Please contribute to a better environmentby disposing of packaging materials in an environmentally-friendly manner . All plastic
parts of the appliance are identified byinternationally standardised symbols (e.g. >PS< polystyrene).When the appliance is being disposed of, the plastic waste can be sorted for environmentally-friendly recycling. Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal. Disposal  of the packaging
Please dispose of the packaging
material in an environmentally friendly manner .
Keep children away from shipping carton and packaging components. Danger of suf focation from folding
cartons and plastic film.
  
						

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Corrugated cardboard consists mainly of wastepaper .
 The moulded polystyrene parts do not contain any chlorofluorohydrocarbons.
 The polyethylene film (PE) consistspartly of secondary raw materials.
 The wooden frames (if fitted) aremade of untreated residual wood.
 The hoops (if fitted) consist of polypropylene (PP).
Disposal  of redundant
appliances
Make  redundant appliances unusable
to prevent subsequent accidents.
Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner .
Warning
Children could become locked in the appliance (risk of suf focation) or find
themselves in other dangerous situations.Therefore: Pull out the mains plug, sever and dispose of the power cord. Destroy the door lock so that the door can no longer be closed.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EG concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment ± WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.
  
						

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