Siemens Sn 55m540 Operating Instructions

Fault, what to do?en
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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,...

enFault, what to do?
32
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...

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33
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...

enCustomer service
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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...

Installation and connectionen
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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...

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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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Setting hot water: 
1.
Close the door.
2. Switch on ON/OFF switch (.
3. Hold down programme button # 
and press START button P 
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...

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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  P.
Programme sequence starts.
6. After approx. 4 minutes press the  
START button P until  ‹:‹‚  is 
indicated on the digital...

      



   



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