Siemens Sn 55m531 Operating Instructions

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Food remnants  
on the utensils.
Utensils placed too closely 
together, utensils basket  
overfilled. Arrange utensils with adequate clearance  
between them ensuring that the spray jets  
can reach the surface of the utensils.  
Prevent contact points.
Spray arm rotation obstructed. Arrange utensils so t hat the spray arm can 
rotate without obstruction.
Spray arm nozzles blocked. Clean the spray arm nozzles , 
(See Cleaning and maintenance).
Filters  1Z dirty. Clean filters, (see Cleaning and 
maintenance).
Filters  1Z inserted incorrectly 
and/or not engaged. Insert and engage filters correctly.
Rinse programme too weak. Select a more intensive rin se programme.
Utensils precleaned too intensely;  
sensors therefore decide on  
weak programme sequence.  
Stubborn soiling cannot be  
completely removed. Do not prerinse utensils. Remove only large 
food remnants.  
Recommended programme Eco 50° or  
Intensive.
Tall narrow receptacles in corner 
areas are not rinsed adequately. Do not place hollow receptacles too 
obliquely and do not place in the corner  
area.
Top basket  1* on right and left 
not set to same height. Set top basket to same height using side 
levers.
Detergent residue Detergent dispenser cover  blocked by utensils and therefore 
does not open fully.  Detergent dispenser cover must not be 
obstructed by utensils. 
Do not place utensils or fragrance dispenser  
in the tablet collecting tray.
Detergent dispenser cover 
blocked by the tablet. Tablet must be inserted flat and not upright.
Tablets used in the quick or short 
programme.  
Dissolving time of the detergent  
is not reached in the selected  
short programme. Dissolving time of tablets too long for 
a quick or short programme.  
Use a detergent powder or select a more  
intensive programme.
Washing effect and dissolving  
performance are reduced after 
aprolonged storage time or  
detergent is very lumpy. Change detergent.
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Water stains on plastic  
parts
Droplet formation on plastic 
surface is physically unavoidable.  
After drying, water stains are  
visible. Use a more intensive programme (more  
water changes). 
Arrange utensils in a sloping position.  
Use rinse aid.
If required, increase softening setting.
Washable or water-soluble  
coatings in the container or  
on the door. Detergent substances are  
deposited. These coatings cannot  
usually be removed with 
chemicals (appliance cleaner, ...). Change detergent brand.  
Clean appliance mechanically.
If there is a “white coating” on  
the container floor, the water  
softening system has been set  
marginally. Increase softening setting and change  
detergent if required.
Salt dispenser cover  1R not 
closed. Close salt dispenser cover correctly.
Only for glasses: Initial glass  
corrosion – can only apparently  
be wiped off. See Glass and utensil damage.
White, stubborn coatings; 
limescale on the utensils,  
container or door. Detergent substances are  
deposited. These coatings cannot  
usually be removed with  
chemicals (appliance cleaner, ...). Change detergent brand. 
Clean appliance mechanically.
Hardness range incorrectly set or  
water hardness greater than  
8.9 mmol/l. Set water softening system according  
to instructions for use or top up salt.
3 in 1 detergent or bio/eco  
detergent not effective enough. Set water softening system according 
to instructions for use or use separate  
detergents (proprietary detergent, salt, rinse  
aid).
Underdosing of detergent. Increase detergent dosage o r change 
detergent.
Too weak rinse programme 
selected. Select a more intensive rinse programme.
Tea or lipstick residue on  
the utensils. Too low rinsing temperature. Select programme with h
igher washing 
temperature.
Too little or unsuitable detergent. Use suitable deterge nt at correct dosage.
Utensils precleaned too intensely;  
sensors therefore decide on  
weak programme sequence. 
Stubborn soiling cannot be  
completely removed. Do not prerinse utensils. Remove only large 
food remnants.  
Recommended programme Eco 50°
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Coloured (blue, yellow,  
brown), difficult to remove  
to non-removable coatings  
in the appliance or on 
stainless steel utensils.
Film formation consisting  
of ingredients from vegetables  
(e.g. cabbage, celery, potatoes,  
noodles, ...) or the tap water (e.g.  
manganese). Can be partly removed with machine  
cleaner or by mechanical cleaning. Coatings  
are harmless.
Film formation caused by metallic  
components on silver or  
aluminium utensils. Can be partly removed with machine  
cleaner or by mechanical cleaning.
Coloured (yellow, orange,  
brown), easily removable  
deposits inside 
the appliance (mainly  
in the floor area) Film formation consisting  
of ingredients from food  
remnants and substances from  
the tap water (limescale), “soapy”
Check function of the water softening  
system (refill with salt) or, if using combined  
detergents (tablets), activate water  
softening system (see chapter Water  
softening system/Special salt)
Plastic parts discoloured. Too low rinsing temperatu re. Select programme with higher washing 
temperature.
Utensils precleaned too intensely;  
sensors therefore decide on 
weak programme sequence.  
Stubborn soiling cannot be  
completely removed. Do not prerinse utensils. Remove only large 
food remnants.  
Recommended programme Eco 50°
Removable streaks on  
glasses, glasses with  
metallic appearance and  
cutlery. Too much rinse aid. Set rinse aid amount to lower setting. 
No rinse aid added or setting too  
low.
Add rinse aid and check dosage 
(recommended setting 4-5).
Detergent residue in the final 
rinse programme section.  
Detergent dispenser cover 
blocked by utensils (cover does  
not open fully). Detergent dispenser cover must not be  
obstructed by utensils.  
Do not place utensils or fragrance dispenser  
in the tablet collecting tray.
Utensils precleaned too intensely;  
sensors therefore decide on  
weak programme sequence.  
Stubborn soiling cannot be  
completely removed. Do not prerinse utensils. Remove only large  
food remnants.  
Recommended programme Eco 50°
Initial or existing,  
irreversible clouding 
of glass. Glasses not dishwasher-proof, 
only suitable for dishwasher.
Use dishwasher-proof glasses. 
Avoid long steam phase (standing time after  
wash cycle ends). 
Use wash cycle at lower temperature. 
Set water softening system according to the  
water hardness (if required one setting  
lower). 
Use detergent with glass protection  
component.
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Rust spots on the cutlery. Cutlery not adequately rust-
resistant. Knife blades are  
frequently more severely  
affected. Use corrosion-resistant cutlery.
Cutlery will also rust if rusting 
parts are rinsed at the same time 
(pan handles, damaged utensil  
baskets, etc.). Do not wash rusting parts.
Salt content in the rinsing water 
too high, as salt dispenser lock  
not fastened firmly or salt was 
spilled while being refilled. Fasten salt dispenser lock firmly or remove  
spilled salt.
The appliance does not  
start. The mains fuse has tripped. Check mains fuse. 
Power cord not inserted. Ensure that the power cord 
is plugged all 
the way into the back of the appliance and  
into the socket. Check that the socket  
functions.
The appliance door has not been 
shut properly. Close the door.
Programme starts 
automatically. You did not wait until programme 
ended. Perform reset.  
(See Terminating the programme).
The door is difficult  
to open. Child-proof lock is activated. Deactivate childproof lock
. (See instructions 
for use at the back)
Door cannot be closed. Door lock has been activated. Cl ose door with increased force.
Door cannot be closed due to  
installation. Check appliance installation: Door or 
attached parts must close without  
obstruction.
Cover on the detergent  
dispenser cannot be  
closed. Detergent dispenser or cover  
guide blocked by sticky detergent  
residue. Remove detergent residue.
Detergent residue 
in the detergent dispenser  
or in the tablet collecting  
tray. Spray arms blocked by utensils, 
therefore detergent is not rinsed  
out.
Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely.
The detergent dispenser was 
damp when filled. Pour detergent into the dry detergent 
dispenser only.
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Appliance stops  
in the programme or  
programme is interrupted.
Door not closed properly. Close the door. 
Do not place utensils or fragrance  
dispenser in the tablet collecting 
tray. 
Top basket presses against inner  
door and prevents door from  
being closed securely. Check whether rear panel is being pressed  
in, e.g. by socket or by hose holder which 
has not been removed.
Power and/or water supply  
interrupted. Restore power and/or water supply.
Filling valves making  
striking noises. Depends on domestic installation, 
as appliance is not defective. No  
effect on appliance function. No remedial action possible.
Knocking or rattling noise. Spray arm strikes the utensil s, 
utensils not positioned correctly. Position utensils so that the spray arms do  
not strike the utensils.
If there is a low load, the water 
jets strike the washing tank  
directly. Load the appliance with more utensils or  
distribute the utensils more evenly  
in the dishwasher.
Light utensils move during  
the wash cycle. Arrange light utensils securely.
Unusual foam formation. Handwash liquid in the rinse ai d 
dispenser. Immediately refill rinse aid dispenser with  
rinse aid.
Rinse aid spilled. Remove rinse aid with a cloth.
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4 Customer serviceCustomer service
If you are unable to rectify the fault,  
please contact your customer service.  
We always find a suitable solution, even  
to avoid unnecessary visits  
by technicians. Contact information  
for your nearest customer service can  
be found on the back of these  
instructions for use or on the enclosed  
customer service list. When calling,  
please state the appliance number (E- 
Nr. = 1) and the production number  
(FD = 2) which can be found on the  
rating plate 9: on the appliance door.
Rely on the competence of the manufa 
cturer.  Contact us. You can therefore be 
sure that the repair is carried out  
by trained service technicians who carry  
original spare parts for your domestic  
appliances. 
5 Installation and 
connection
Installation and connection
The dishwasher must be connected  
correctly, otherwise it will not function 
properly. The specifications for the inlet  
and outlet as well as the electrical  
connected loads must correspond with 
the required criteria as  
specified in the following paragraphs  
or in the installation instructions. 
Install the appliance in the correct  
sequence: 
1. Checking appliance on delivery
2. Installing the appliance
3. Waste water connection
4. Drinking water connection
5. Electrical connection
Product package 
If you have any complaints, contact  
the dealer where you purchased  
the appliance or our customer service.

						

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Delivery 
Your dishwasher has been checked  
thoroughly in the factory to ensure that it  
is in working order. This may cause  
small water stains. These will disappear 
after the first wash cycle. 
Technical specifications 
Weig ht: 
max. 60 kg 
Voltage:
220–240 V, 50 Hz or 60 Hz 
Connected load: 
2.0–2.4 kW 
Fuse:
10/16 A (UK 13A) 
Power input: 
switched off 0.1 W 
not switched off 0.1 W 
Water pressure: 
at least 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar), maximum  
1 MPa (10 bar). At a higher water  
pressure: connect pressure-reducing  
valve ahead. 
Inlet rate: 
minimum 10 litres/minute 
Water temperature: 
cold water; hot water max. temperature  
60 °C.
Installation 
The required installation dimensions can  
be found in the installation instructions.  
Level the appliance with the aid of the  
height-adjustable feet. Ensure that the 
appliance is situated securely on the  
floor.

						

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Drinking water connection 
1.
Fasten the drinking water connection  
to the tap according  
to the installation instructions using  
the enclosed parts. 
Ensure that the drinking water  
connection is not kinked, crushed  
or twisted.
2. When replacing the appliance,  
always use a new water supply hose.
Water pressure: 
At least 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar), maximum  
1 MPa (10 bar). At a higher water  
pressure: connect pressure-reducing  
valve ahead. 
Inlet rate: 
Minimum 10 litres/minute 
Water temperature: 
Cold water; hot water max. temperature  
60 °C. Warm water connection *
Wa
rm  wat
er  co n
ne ctio
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* depending on model 
The dishwasher can be connected  
to cold or hot water up to max. 60 °C.  
Connection to hot water  
is recommended if the hot water can be  
supplied by energetically favourable  
means and from a suitable installation, 
e.g. solar heating system with circulation  
line. 
This will save energy and time. 
The hot water setting ‘:‹‚  allows you 
to adjust your appliance optimally  
to operation with hot water. 
It is recommended to have a water  
temperature (temperature of the  
incoming water) of at least 40 °C  
and no more than 60 °C. 
It is not recommended to connect  
the appliance to hot water if the water 
is supplied from an electric boiler. 
Setting hot water: 
1. Close the door.
2. Switch on ON/OFF switch (.
3. Hold down programme button # 
and press START button h 
until •:‹ ... is indicated on the digital 
display. 
4. Release both buttons. 
The LED for button # flashes and 
the digital display )* displays the 
factory setting •:‹… .
5. Press programme button # until 
the factory set value ‘:‹‹  
is indicated on the digital  
display )*.  
To change the setting: 
1. By pressing the 3 button, you can 
switch the hot water setting off ‘:‹‹  
or on ‘:‹‚ .
2. Press START button h.
The set value is saved. 
 
						

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Transportation 
Empty the dishwasher and secure loose  
parts. 
Drain the appliance according to the  
following steps: 
1.
Turn on the tap.
2. Close the door.
3. Switch on ON/OFF switch (.
4. Select programme with the highest  
temperature. 
The expected programme duration is  
indicated on the numerical display   
)* .
5. Press START button  h.
Programme sequence starts.
6. After approx. 4 minutes press the  
START button h until  ‹:‹‚  is 
indicated on the digital display.   
After approx. 1 min  ‹:‹‹  is indicated 
on the digital display .
7. Switch off ON/OFF switch  (.
8. Turn off the tap, disconnect supply  
hose and drain water.
Transport appliance upright only. 
(This prevents residual water from  
running into the machine control and  
damaging the programme sequence.) Protection against frost
Pr
ote
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 fr o
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Em pty
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If the appliance is in a room where there  
is a risk of frost (e.g. holiday home),  
empty the appliance completely (see  
Transportation).