Siemens Sn 56t552 Operating Instructions
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en 21 Changing the programme When the START button ) has been pressed, the programme cannot be changed. The only way a programme can be changed is by Cancel programme (Reset). Intensive drying The final rinse uses a higher temperature which improves the drying result. The running time may increase slightly. (Caution if utensils are delicate!) – Open the door. –Switch on ON/OF F switch ( . – Hold down programme button # and press START button ) until •:‹ .... is indicated on the digital display. –Rel ease both buttons. The LED for button # flashes and the digital display 8 displays the factory setting •:‹… . – Press programme button # until the factory set value š:‹‹ is indicated on the digital display 8. To change the setting, – Press the button 3 to switch the Intensive drying on š:‹‚ or off š:‹‹ . – Press START button ). The set value is saved. – Close the door. 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. – Regularly clean door seal with a damp cloth. Never use a steam cleaner to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer is not liable for any consequential damage. Regularly wipe the front of the appliance and fascia with a damp cloth; water and a little washing up liquid are adequate. Do not use sponges with a rough surface or abrasive detergents, as these could scratch the surfaces. Stainless steel appliances: To prevent corrosion, avoid using sponge cloths or wash them out thoroughly several times before using for the first time. ã=Warning Never use other chlorinated household detergents! Health hazard! Special salt and rinse aid – Check the refill indicators H and P . If required, refill salt and/or rinse aid. Maintenance and care
en 22 Filters The filters 1j keep large foreign objects in the rinsing water away from the pump. These foreign objects may occasionally block the filters. The filter system consists of a coarse filter, a flat fine filter and a microfilter. – After each washing cycle check the filters for residue. – Unscrew filter cylinder as illustrated and take out filter system. – Remove any residue and clean filters under running water. – Re-install filter system in reverse sequence and ensure that the arrow marks are opposite each other after closing the filter system. Spray arms Limescale and contaminants in the rinsing water may block nozzles and bearings on the spray arms 1: and 1Z. – Check outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages. – Unscrew the upper spray arm 1:. – Remove the lower spray arm 1Z upwards. – Clean spray arms under running water. – Re-engage or screw on spray arms.
en 23 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 following overview will help you locating the causes and gives helpful advise to eliminate them. Note If the appliance stops during dishwashing or does not start for no obvious reason, first run the Abort programme function (Reset). (See chapter entitled “Dishwashing”) ã=Warning If on the digital display 8 an error code ( “ :‹‚ to “:„‹ ), always disconnect the appliance from the power supply and then turn off the tap. You can rectify certain faults yourself (see following fault description), for all other faults please contact customer service and state the indicated fault “:XX. ã=Warning Don’t forget: Repairs may be carried out by technicians 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. Waste water pump Large food remnants or foreign objects which were not captured by the filters may block the waste water pump. The rinsing water will then be above the filter. In this case: – First always disconnect the appliance from the power supply. – Take out top basket 1* and bottom basket 9*. – Remove the filters 1j. – Scoop out water, use a sponge if required. – Prise out the white pump cover (as illustrated) using a spoon. Grip the cover on the crosspiece and lift diagonally inwards. Remove cover completely. – Check impeller wheel and remove any foreign objects. – Place cover in the original position and press down until it engages (click). –Install fil ters. – Re-insert baskets.Troubleshooting
en 24 ... 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. ... changing settings A setting cannot be changed, a programme starts. – Wrong programme button pressed. Terminate the programme (see chapter entitled “Terminating the programme (Reset)”) and start all over again. – You did not wait until programme ended. ... on the appliance Lower spray arm rotates sluggishly. – Spray arm blocked. The door is difficult to open. * – Child-proof lock is activated. The deactivation instructions are at the back in the envelope. * depending on model Door cannot be closed. – D o o r l o c k h a s b e e n a c t iv a t e d . T o r e s e t , close the door with greater force. Cover on the detergent dispenser cannot be closed. – Detergent dispenser overfilled or mechanism blocked by sticky detergent residue. Detergent residue in the detergent dispenser. – Dispenser was damp when filled. “Check water supply” display @ lights up. – Tap turned off. – Water supply interrupted. – Supply hose kinked. – Filter in the water supply blocked. – Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug. –T urno ff t het ap. –Cl ean f il t eri nthes up pl y h ose . – Reconnect power supply. –T urno n thet ap. –S wit c ho n th ea pplia nc e. – Water is left in the appliance at the end of the programme. – (“ :ƒ… ) Waste water hose is blocked or kinked. Filters blocked. – (“ :ƒ† ) Waste water pump blocked, cover on the waste water pump is not locked in position (see Waste water pump). –F il t e rs b lo cke d. – The programme has not yet ended. Wait until programme ends (digital display indicates ‹:‹‹ ) or implement the “Reset” function. Error code “:ƒƒ –Fi lters 1j are soiled or blocked. Refill indicator for salt H and/or rinse- aid P is not lit. – Refill indicator/s switched off. – Adequate salt/rinse-aid available. Refill indicator for special salt H is lit. –No salt. Refill with special salt. – Sensor does not detect salt tablets. Use different special salt.
en 25 ... during the wash cycle Unusual foam formation. – Handwash liquid in the rinse aid dispenser. Spilled rinse aid causes excessive frothing, therefore please remove with a cloth. Appliance stops during the wash cycle. – Power supply interrupted. – Water supply interrupted. Filling valves making striking noises – Caused by the installation of the water line and has no effect on the function of the machine. Remedial action is not possible. Knocking/rattling noise during rinsing – Spray arm is striking utensils. – Utensils not arranged correctly. ... on the utensils Food residue on the utensils. – Utensils placed too closely together, utensils basket overfilled. – Too little detergent. – Rinse programme too weak. – Spray arm rotation obstructed. – Spray arm nozzles blocked. –Fi lters blocked. – Filters incorrectly inserted. – Waste water pump blocked. – Top basket on right and left not set to same height. Tea or lipstick residue is not completely removed. – The detergent has an inadequate bleaching effect. – Too low rinsing temperature. – Too little/unsuitable detergent. White stains on the utensils/glasses remain milky. If phosphate-free detergents are used with hard tap water, white deposits may be deposited more easily on utensils and the container walls. – Too little/unsuitable detergent. – Too weak programme selected. – No/too little rinse aid. – No/too little special salt. – Water softening system set to the wrong value. – Salt dispenser lock not fastened. Contact the detergent manufacturer, in particular if: – the utensils are very wet at the end of the programme. –li mescal e forms. Dull, discoloured glasses, film cannot be washed off. – Unsuitable detergent. – Glasses not dishwasher-proof. Streaks on glasses and cutlery, glasses have metallic appearance. – Too much rinse aid. Plastic parts discoloured. – Too little/unsuitable detergent. – Too weak programme selected. Rust spots on the cutlery. – Cutlery not rust-resistant. – Salt content in the rinsing water too high, as salt dispenser lock not fastened firmly or salt was spilled while being refilled. Utensils not dr y. – Appliance door opened too early and utensils taken out too early. – Programme selected without drying. – Too little/unsuitable rinse aid. – Activate intensive drying. – The combined detergent used has a poor drying performance. Use rinse aid (see Rinse aid chapter for setting).
en 26 If the advice given does not resolve your problem, please contact your customer service. Contact details can be found on the back cover of this instruction manual or in the enclosed customer service list. When calling , please quote the appliance number (1) and the production date (FD = 2) which can be found on the rating plate 9J on the appliance door. Rely on the expertise of the manufacturer. Call us to ensure that the repair will be carried out by fully-trained service engineers, who are equipped with original spare parts for your appliance. 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: – Checking appliance on delivery – Installing the appliance – Waste water connection – Fresh water connection – Electrical connection Safety instructions – Install and connect the appliance according to the installation and assembly instructions. – Prior to installation, disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply. – Ensure that the protective conductor system of the domestic supply has been correctly installed. – The electrical connection conditions must correspond with the specifications on the dishwasher rating plate 9J. – If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a particular power cord. To prevent injury, the power cord may be replaced by customer service only. – If the dishwasher is installed in a high- sided unit, the unit must be secured properly. – Install built-under or integratable appliances only under continuous worktops which have been screwed to adjacent cupboards to ensure stability. – Do not install the appliance near heat sources (radiators, heat storage tanks, cookers or other appliances which generate heat) and do not install under ahob. Customer service Installation
en 27 – After installing the appliance, ensure that the plug is easily accessible. (see Electrical connection) –Some models: The plastic housing on the water connection contains an electric valve, the connecting cables are in the supply hose. Do not cut through this hose, do not immerse the plastic housing in water. ã=Warning If the appliance is not in a cavity and a side panel is accessible, the door hinge area must be covered at the side for reasons of safety (risk of injury). The covers are available as optional accessories from customer service or specialist outlets. 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 Weight: 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) Water pressure: at least 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar), maximum 1MPa (10bar). 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. – A built-under or integrated appliance which is installed subsequently as a free-standing appliance must be secured to prevent it from overturning, e.g. by screwing it to the wall or by installing it under a continuous worktop which is screwed to adjacent cupboards. – The appliance can easily be installed in a fitted kitchen between wooden and plastic walls. Waste-water connection – The required work sequence can be found in the installation instructions. If required, fit a siphon with an drainage connection. – Connect the waste-water hose to the drainage connection of the siphon with the enclosed parts. Ensure that the drainage hose is not kinked, crushed or twisted and that there is no cover plate in the drainage to prevent the waste water from flowing out! Fresh water connection – Connect the fresh-water connection to the tap according to the installation instructions with the enclosed parts. Ensure that the fresh-water connection is not kinked, crushed or twisted. – When replacing the appliance, always use a new water supply hose. Water pressure: at least 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar), maximum 1MPa (10bar). At a higher water pressure: connect pressure-reducing valve ahead. Inlet rate: minimum 10 litres/minute Water temperature: cold water preferred; hot water max. temperature 60 °C.
en 28 Warm water connec tio nWarm water connection * * 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: – Open the door. –Switch on ON/OF F switch( . – Hold down programme button # and press START button ) until •:‹ ... is indicated on the digital display. –Rel ease both buttons. The LED for button # flashes and the digital display 8 displays the factory setting •:‹… . – Press programme button # until the factory set value ‘:‹‹ is indicated on the digital display 8. To change the setting: –By pr essing the 3 button, you can switch the hot water setting off ‘:‹‹ or on ‘:‹‚ . – Press START button ). The set value is saved. – Close the door. Electrical connection – Connect the appliance to an alternating current only, ranging from 220 V to 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz via a correctly installed socket with protective earth conductor. See rating plate for required fusing 9J. – The socket must be near the appliance and freely accessible following installation. If the plug is not freely accessible, an allpole disconnector with a contact opening of at least 3 mm must be fitted on the installation side to satisfy the relevant safety instructions. – The connection may be modified by technicians only. – A power cord extension may be purchased from customer service only. – Use only a residual current operated circuit-breaker which features the symbol ‚. Only this extension guarantees compliance with the currently valid regulations. – The appliance features a water damage protection system. Please note the system will not function unless the power supply is connected. Removing the appliance Also observe the sequence of worksteps here. – Disconnect the appliance from the power supply. –Turnoffthewater supply. – Disconnect the waste water and fresh water connections. – Loosen fastening screws for the furniture parts. – If fitted, remove the base panel. – Pull out the appliance, carefully pulling the hose behind.
en 29 Transportation Empty the dishwasher and secure loose parts. Drain the appliance according to the following steps: – Turn on the tap. – Open the door. –Switch on ON/OFF switch ( . The displays of the last selected programme light up. – Select programme with the highest temperature. The expected programme duration is indicated on the numerical display 8 . – Press START button ). – Close the door. Programme sequence starts. – Open door after approx. 4 minutes. – Press START button ) until ‹:‹‚ is indicated on the digital display. – Close the door. – Open door after approx. 1 minute. The numerical display indicates ‹:‹‹ . – Switch the appliance off ( and turn the tap off. Transport appliance upright only. (This prevents residual water from running into the machine control and damaging the programme sequence.) Pro te c tio n a ga in s t f ros t ( Emp ty in g th e a pp li ance)Protection against frost If the appliance is in a room where there is a risk of frost (e.g. holiday home), empty the appliance completely (see Transportation). – Turn off the tap, disconnect supply hose and drain water. Both the packaging of new appliances and the old appliances themselves contain valuable raw materials and recyclable materials. Please dispose of the individual parts separated according to type. Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal. Packaging All plastic parts of the appliance are identified with internationally standardised abbreviations (e.g. >PS< polystyrene). Therefore, plastic waste can be sorted out when the appliance is being disposed of. Please follow the safety instructions under “Delivery”. Old appliances Please follow the safety instructions under “Disposal of your appliance”. Waste disposal This appliance is identified according to the European guideline 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE. The guideline specifies the framework for an EU-wide valid return and re -use of old appliances.