Siemens Sf 55m553 Operating Instructions

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Adjusting  
the height of the basket *
* depending on model 
If required, the height of the upper utensils  
basket  1 can be adjusted to provide 
more space for tall utensils 
either in the upper or lower basket. 
Appliance height 81 cm 
Select one of the two following procedures  
according to the design of the top basket 
for your appliance model:
Top basket with side levers
–Pull out thetop basket  1 out. 
–To  lower the basket, press in the left 
and then the right 
lever on the outside of the...

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You can use tablets as well as powder  
or liquid detergents for dishwashers, but 
never use washing up liquid. The dosage 
can be individually adjusted with powder 
or a liquid detergent according 
to the degree of soiling. Tablets contain 
an adequately large amount of active 
ingredients for all cleaning tasks. Modern, 
powerful detergents predominantly 
use a low-alkaline formulation with 
phosphate and enzym
es. Phosphates 
bond the lime in the water. Enzymes break 
down starch and remove...

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Tip 
If the utensils are only lightly soiled,  
slightly less than the indicated amount 
of detergent is usually adequate.  
Suitable detergents and care products  
can be purchased online via our website  
or via customer service (see back page). 
Combination detergent
Apart from conventional detergents (Solo), 
a number of products are offered with 
additional functions. These products 
contain not only the detergent but also 
rinse-aid and salt replacement substances  
(3in1) and, dependin
g on...

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The max. possible number of programmes is illustrated i
n this overview. 
The corresponding programmes and their arrangement can be found on the fascia.
Programme selection
You can select a suitable programme  
according to the type of utensils and  
degree of soiling.
Information for test institutes
Test institutes can request the conditions 
for running comparison tests by sending 
an e-mail to  
[email protected].  
Quote the appliance number (E­Nr.) 
and the production date (FD)...

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* depending on model 
Additional options can be set with the  
buttons 
@.
Ÿ
 Express Wash/ Speed 
Perfect *
The >>Express Wash/ Speed Perfect

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End of programme
The programme has ended  
when the value‹ 
is indicated on the numerical display `.
Switching off the appliance
Short time after the end of the programme: 
– Switch off the main switch  (.
– Open the door.
– Turn off the tap (not applicable if Aqua- Stop fitted).
– Remove the utensils when they have  cooled down.
ã= Warning
At the end of the programme please open  
the door fully and not partially 
when emptying the dishwasher. Any 
escaping water vapour could damage 
sensitive...

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A regular inspection and maintenance of  
your machine will help to prevent faults. 
This saves time and prevents problems.
Overall condition of the machine
– Check spray arm for grease and 
limescale deposits.
If you find such deposits: 
– Fill detergent dispenser with detergent.  Start the appliance without utensils in  
the programme with the highest rinsing 
temperature.
Clean the appliance with detergents/ 
appliance cleaners which are particularly  
suitable for use with dishwashers. 
–...

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Spray arms
Limescale and contaminants in the rinsing  
water may block nozzles 
and bearings on the spray arms 12 
and 1:.
–Check outlet nozzlesonthespray  arms for blockages.
– Unscrew the upper spray arm  12.
– Remove the lower spray arm  1: 
upwards.
– Clean spray arms under running water. 
– Re-engage or screw on spray arms. The majority of  faults which could occur in  
daily operation can be rectified by the 
user. This ensures that the appliance is  
quickly available for use again. The...

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Waste water pump
Large food remnants in the rinsing water  
not retained by the filters may block 
the waste water pump. The rinsing water 
is then not pumped out and covers 
the filter.  
In this case: 
– First disconnect the appliance from  the power supply.
– Remove the filters  1J.
– Scoop out water, use a sponge if  required.
– Loosen screw on the cover (Torx T 20)  and remove the cover.
– Check inner compartment and remove  any foreign objects.
– Re-insert cover and screw tight.
– Re-insert...

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– Water is left in the appliance at the end 
of the programme. 
–Waste water hose  is blocked or kinked.
–Waste water pump blocked,  cover on the waste water pump  
is not locked in position  
(see Waste water pump).
–Filters blocked. 
– The programme has not yet ended.  Wait until programme  
ends or implement “Reset” 
function.
Refill indicator for salt  P and/or rinse-
aid  X  is not lit.
– Refill indicator/s switched off. 
– Adequate salt/rinse-aid available. 
Refill indicator for special salt...