SIEMENS SN26M231AU (01) PDF Document

The SIEMENS SN26M231AU dishwasher is intended for the following uses:

• For use in the home and domestic environments.

• Only for its designated purpose: washing domestic dishes.

• For use up to a maximum altitude of 4000 metres above sea level.

This appliance may be used by children over the age of 8 years old and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or by persons with a lack of experience or knowledge if they are supervised or are instructed by a person responsible for their safety how to use the appliance safely and have understood the associated hazards.

Children must not play with, on, or around the appliance. Children must not clean the appliance or carry out general maintenance unless they are at least 8 years old and are being supervised. Keep children below the age of 8 years old at a safe distance from the appliance and power cable.

Please read the instructions for use and installation carefully. They contain important information on how to install, use and maintain the appliance. Retain all documents for later use or for the subsequent owner.

1. Check the packaging and dishwasher immediately for damage caused in transit. Do not switch on a damaged appliance, but contact your supplier.

2. Please dispose of the packaging material in an environmentally friendly manner.

3. Do not let children play with packaging and its parts. There is a risk of suffocation from collapsible boxes and film.

• Following installation, ensure that the back of the dishwasher is not freely accessible (protection against contact due to hot surface).

• 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.

• If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a particular power cord, available from customer service only.

• If the dishwasher is installed in a high-sided unit, the unit must be secured properly.

• Do not install the appliance near heat sources (radiators, heat storage tanks, cookers or other appliances which generate heat) and do not install under a hob.

• After installing the appliance, ensure that the plug is easily accessible.

Risk of injury!

• To prevent injuries, e.g. caused by stumbling, open the dishwasher only briefly in order to load and unload the dishwasher.

• Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be placed in the cutlery basket with the points downwards or horizontally on the knife shelf (depending on model).

• Do not lean or sit on the open door.

• In the case of free-standing appliances, ensure that the baskets are not overloaded.

Risk of explosion!

• Do not add any solvents to the washing chamber. Danger of explosion!

Risk of scalding!

• Open the door carefully when the programme is still running. There is a risk of hot water spraying out of the appliance.

Risks to children!

• If fitted, use the childproof lock.

• Do not allow children to play with or operate the appliance.

• Keep children away from detergents and rinse aid. These may cause chemical burns in the mouth, throat and eyes or asphyxiation.

• Keep children away from open dishwasher. Small parts could be swallowed and the water inside is not drinking water.

• Ensure children do not place fingers in the tablet collecting tray. Small fingers could become caught in the slots.

The button lock secures your appliance from unintentional programme termination (e.g., improper operation by children).

Activating the button lock:

1. Start the required programme.

2. Hold down the button with the key symbol for approx. 4 sec. until “CL” is indicated on the digital display.

If any button is pressed while the programme is running, “CL” is indicated on the digital display. It is not possible to end (Reset) the programme.

Deactivating the button lock:

• Hold down the button with the key symbol for approx. 4 sec. until the display “CL” goes out.

When the programme ends (0:00 on the digital display), the button lock is cancelled. If there is a power failure, the button lock is retained. Whenever a programme is restarted, the button lock must be reactivated.

1. Activate the childproof lock (40): Slide the lever to the right.

2. Open the door with activated childproof lock (41): Slide the lever to the right and pull the door handle.

3. Deactivate childproof lock (42): Slide the lever to the left.

Warning: Always close the appliance door completely when you leave the appliance. This is the only way you can protect your children from potential dangers.

• The appliance may be repaired and opened up by a technician only. To do this, disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse. Turn off the tap.

• If the appliance is damaged, especially the fascia (cracks, holes, broken buttons), or the door function is impaired, stop operating the appliance. Pull out mains plug or switch off fuse. Turn off tap, call customer service.

1. Make redundant appliances unusable to prevent subsequent accidents.

2. Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner.

Redundant appliances: 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.

As soon as the rinse-aid refill indicator (8) is lit on the fascia, there is still a rinse-aid reserve of 1-2 rinsing processes. Refill with rinse aid for stain-free utensils and clear glasses.

1. Open the dispenser (28) by pressing and lifting the plate on the cover.

2. Carefully pour rinse aid up to the max. mark in the filler opening.

3. Close the cover until it clicks shut.

4. To prevent excessive foam formation during the next rinse cycle, remove any rinse aid which has run over with a cloth.

The amount of rinse aid can be set from r:00 to r:06. The factory setting is r:05. Change this setting only if streaks (select lower setting) or water stains (select higher setting) are left on the utensils.

1. Close the door.

2. Switch on ON/OFF switch (1).

3. Hold down programme button A and press START button (6) until d:0… is indicated on the digital display.

4. Release both buttons.

5. Press programme button A until the factory set value r:05 is indicated on the digital display (9).

To change the setting:

1. Press programme button C. Each time the button is pressed, the set value increases by one level; when the value of r:06 has been reached, the display jumps back to r:00 (off).

2. Press START button (6). The set value is saved.

If the rinse-aid refill indicator (8) is impaired (e.g. when using combined detergents containing rinse aid component), it can be switched off.

• Proceed as described under “Setting amount of rinse aid” and set the value to r:00.

The rinse aid refill indicator is now switched off.

The following items are not suitable for the dishwasher:

• Cutlery and utensils made of wood.

• Delicate decorative glasses, craft and antique utensils. These decors are not dishwasher-proof.

• Plastic parts not resistant to heat.

• Copper and tin utensils.

• Utensils which are soiled with ash, wax, lubricating grease or ink.

Aluminium and silver parts have a tendency to discolour and fade during the wash cycle. Even some types of glass (e.g. crystal glass objects) may turn cloudy after many wash cycles.

Causes:

• Glass type and glass production process.

• Chemical composition of the detergent.

• Water temperature of the wash programme.

Recommendation:

• Use only glasses and porcelain which the manufacturer designates as dishwasher-proof.

• Use a detergent which protects utensils.

• Take glass and cutlery out of the dishwasher as soon as possible after the programme ends.

Loading the dishwasher:

1. Remove large food remnants. It is not necessary to prerinse utensils under running water.

2. Place the utensils so that:

– they are secure and cannot tip over.

– all utensils with their openings face down.

– parts with curves or indentations are at an angle, thereby allowing water to drain.

– it does not obstruct rotation of the two spray arms (23 and 24).

Very small utensils should not be washed in the machine, as they may fall out of the baskets.

Unloading the dishwasher:

To prevent water from dripping off the upper basket onto the utensils in the lower basket, it is recommended to empty the appliance from the bottom up. Hot utensils are sensitive to shock! Therefore, when the programme ends, leave the utensils to cool down in the dishwasher until they can be handled.

If required, the height of the upper utensils basket (20) can be adjusted to provide more space for tall utensils either in the upper or lower basket.

Top basket with side levers:

1. Pull out the top basket (20).

2. To lower the basket, press in the left and then the right lever on the outside of the basket. In doing so, hold the sides of the basket along the upper edge to prevent it from suddenly dropping.

3. To raise the basket, hold the basket on the sides of the upper edge and lift it up.

4. Before re-inserting the basket again, ensure that it is at the same height on both sides. Otherwise, the appliance door cannot be closed and the upper spray arm will not be connected to the water circuit.

Top basket with upper and lower roller pairs:

1. Pull out the top basket (20).

2. Remove the upper basket and re-attach it to the upper (stage 3) or lower (stage 1) rollers.

Appliance height 81.5 cm

Appliance height 86.5 cm

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 enzymes. Enzymes break down starch and remove protein. To remove coloured stains (e.g. tea, ketchup), oxygen-based bleaching agents are generally used.

Warning: Read and observe the safety information and instructions for use on the packaging for cleaning and rinsing agents.

1. If the detergent dispenser (29) is still closed, press the lock (30) to open the detergent dispenser.

2. Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser (29) only (insert tablet flat, not on its edge). Dosage: see manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging. The graduated detergent dispenser helps you add the correct amount of powder or liquid detergent. Usually 20 ml–25 ml are adequate for normal soiling. If using tablets, one tablet is adequate.

3. Close the cover on the detergent dispenser by sliding it up until the lock engages without difficulty.

Notes:

• If programmes are short, tablets may not have full cleaning effect due to different dissolving properties and there may even be undissolved detergent residue. It is recommended to use washing powder for these programmes.

• Warning: Do not place small parts for washing in the tablet collecting tray (22); this prevents the tablet from dissolving evenly.

• Warning: If you want to add more utensils after the programme has started, do not use the tablet collecting tray (22) as a handle for the upper basket. The tablet could already be there and you will touch the partially dissolved tablet.

The available programmes for your appliance can be found on the fascia. The programme data has been measured in the laboratory according to AS/NSZ 2007.

Additional options (depending on model) can be set with the buttons (5).

• Express Wash/ Speed Perfect/ (VarioSpeed): This function can reduce the running time by approx. 20% to 50% depending on the selected rinse programme. Water and energy consumption are increased.

• 1/2 Half load: If you have only a few items to wash (e.g. glasses, cups, plates), you can switch to “half load”. This will save water, energy and time. It is recommended to put a little less detergent in the detergent dispenser than for a full load.

• Hygiene: The temperature is increased during the cleaning process. This increases the hygiene status. This additional option is ideal for cleaning e.g. chopping boards and baby bottles.

• Intensive zone: Perfect for a mixed load. You can wash very soiled pots and pans in the lower basket together with normally soiled utensils in the upper basket. The spray pressure in the lower basket is intensified, the rinsing temperature is increased slightly.

• Extra drying: An increased temperature during the final rinse and an extended drying phase ensure that even plastic parts dry better. There is a slight increase in the energy consumption.

1. Turn on the tap fully.

2. Switch on the ON/OFF switch (1). The display of the last selected programme flashes. This programme remains selected if no other programme button (2) is pressed. The expected programme duration flashes on the digital display (9).

3. Press the START button (6). The programme starts running.

You can delay the start of the programme in 1-hour steps up to 24 hours.

1. Close the door.

2. Switch on ON/OFF switch (1).

3. Press button (4) + until the digital display (9) jumps to h:01.

4. Press (4) + or – button until the displayed time corresponds with your requirements.

5. Press START button (6), timer programming is activated.

6. To delete timer programming, press the (4) + or – button until h:00 is indicated on the digital display. You can change your programme selection at any time until the programme starts.

To save energy, the dishwasher is switched off 1 minute after the programme ends (factory setting). Automatic disconnection can be adjusted from P:00 to P:02.

• P:00 Appliance does not switch off automatically

• P:01 Off after 1 min

• P:02 Off after 120 min

1. Close the door.

2. Switch on ON/OFF switch (1).

3. Hold down programme button A and press START button (6) until d:0… is indicated on the digital display.

4. Release both buttons.

5. Press programme button A until the factory set value P:01 is indicated on the digital display (9).

To change the setting:

1. Press programme button C. Each time the button is pressed, the set value increases by one level; when the value of P:02 has been reached, the display jumps back to P:00 (off).

2. Press START button (6). The set value is saved.

1. Switch off ON/OFF switch (1). The LEDs go out. The programme is saved. If the door was opened on an appliance which has a warm water connection or is heated, first leave the door ajar for several minutes and then close. Otherwise, expansion (pressure) may cause the appliance door to spring open or water to run out of the appliance.

2. To continue the programme, switch on the ON/OFF switch (1) again.

1. Press START button (6) for approx. 3 sec. The numerical display (9) indicates 0:01.

2. The programme sequence lasts approx. 1 min. On the digital display (9) is indicated 0:00.

3. Switch off ON/OFF switch (1).

When the START button (6) has been pressed, the programme cannot be changed. The only way a programme can be changed is by using the Cancel programme (Reset) function.

The final rinse uses a higher temperature which improves the drying result. The running time may increase slightly. (Caution if utensils are delicate!)

1. Close the door.

2. Switch on ON/OFF switch (1).

3. Hold down programme button A and press START button (6) until the digital display (9) d:0… is indicated.

4. Release both buttons.

To change the setting:

1. Press the button C to switch the Intensive drying on d:01 or off d:00.

2. Press START button (6). The set value is saved.

The filters (25) keep large foreign objects in the rinsing water away from the pump. These foreign objects may occasionally block the filters.

1. After each washing cycle check the filters for residue.

2. Unscrew the filter cylinder as illustrated and take out the filter system.

3. Remove any residue and clean filters under running water.

4. Re-install the filter system in reverse sequence and ensure that the arrow marks are opposite each other after closing the filter system.

Limescale and contaminants in the rinsing water may block nozzles and bearings on the spray arms (23 and 24).

1. Check outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages.

2. Unscrew the upper spray arm (23).

3. Remove the lower spray arm (24) upwards.

4. Clean spray arms under running water.

5. Re-engage or screw on spray arms.

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.

Warning – Risk of cuts! When cleaning the waste water pump, ensure that you do not injure yourself on pieces of broken glass or pointed implements.

1. First always disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

2. Take out top basket (20) and bottom basket (27).

3. Remove the filters (25).

4. Scoop out water, use a sponge if required.

5. Prise out the white pump cover (as illustrated) using a spoon. Grip the cover on the crosspiece and lift diagonally inwards. Remove cover completely.

6. Check impeller wheel and remove any foreign objects.

7. Place cover in the original position and press down until it engages (click).

8. Install filters.

9. Re-insert baskets.

If the “Check water supply” display (7) lights up, check the following:

• Supply hose kinked: Install the supply hose without kinks.

• Tap turned off: Turn on the tap.

• Tap jammed or calcified: Turn on the tap. The flow rate must be a minimum of 10 l/min when the water supply is open.

• Filter in the water supply blocked: Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug. Turn off the tap. Unscrew the water connection, clean the filter in the supply hose, screw the connection back on, check for leaks, reconnect power, and switch on the appliance.

If the display flashes, the door is not closed properly. Close the door. Ensure that no objects (utensil, fragrance dispenser) are protruding over the basket and preventing the door from closing.

• Indicator is lit: There is no rinse aid. Refill rinse aid.

• Indicator is not lit: This could be because the refill indicator is switched off, or there is still enough rinse aid available. Check the setting in the “Rinse aid” chapter and check the level in the dispenser.

This could be due to two reasons:

• The filter system or area under the filters is blocked. Clean the filters and the area underneath (see Waste water pump).

• The programme has not yet ended. Wait until the programme ends or reset the appliance (see Terminating the programme).

Several factors can cause utensils to remain wet:

• No or too little rinse aid: Refill the rinse aid dispenser.

• Programme selected without drying: Select a programme with a drying cycle (see Overview of programmes).

• Water collecting in depressions: Arrange utensils in a sloping position as much as possible.

• Poor drying performance of combined detergent: Use a different combination detergent or add rinse aid.

• Intensive drying not activated: Activate the intensive drying option.

• Utensils removed too early: Wait until the program ends or wait 30 minutes after it ends before removing utensils.

• Poor performance of eco rinse aid: Use a proprietary rinse aid. Eco products are much less effective.

• Plastic utensils: Plastic has a lower heat storage capacity and therefore dries less well.

• Cutlery not arranged properly: Separate cutlery if possible to prevent contact points and arrange it properly in the basket or drawer.

• Utensils placed too closely together: Arrange utensils with adequate clearance to allow spray jets to reach all surfaces.

• Spray arm rotation obstructed: Arrange utensils so the spray arm can rotate freely.

• Spray arm nozzles blocked: Clean the spray arm nozzles.

• Filters are dirty or inserted incorrectly: Clean the filters and ensure they are inserted correctly.

• Rinse programme too weak: Select a more intensive rinse programme.

• Utensils precleaned too intensely: Do not prerinse utensils. Remove only large food remnants.

• Tall narrow receptacles in corners: Do not place hollow receptacles too obliquely or in corner areas.

• Top basket not level: Set the top basket to the same height on both sides.

• Dispenser cover blocked by utensils: The cover must not be obstructed. Do not place utensils or a fragrance dispenser in the tablet collecting tray.

• Dispenser cover blocked by tablet: The tablet must be inserted flat and not upright.

• Tablets in quick/short programme: The dissolving time of tablets is too long for these programmes. Use powder detergent or select a more intensive programme.

• Old or lumpy detergent: The washing effect is reduced. Change your detergent.

• Too much rinse aid: Set the rinse aid amount to a lower setting.

• No rinse aid or setting too low: Add rinse aid and check the dosage (recommended setting 4-5).

• Detergent residue in final rinse: Ensure the detergent dispenser cover is not blocked by utensils.

• Utensils precleaned too intensely: Do not prerinse utensils. Remove only large food remnants.

• The mains fuse has tripped: Check the 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.

• Door lock has been activated: Close door with increased force.

• Installation issue: Check appliance installation. The door or attached parts must close without obstruction.

• Spray arm strikes the utensils: Position utensils so that the spray arms do not strike them.

• Low load: With a low load, the water jets strike the washing tank directly. Load the appliance with more utensils or distribute them more evenly.

• Light utensils move during wash cycle: Arrange light utensils securely.

Large sheets or grilles and plates with a diameter greater than 30 cm can be cleaned with the aid of the spray head.

1. To do this, remove the top basket and insert the spray head as illustrated in the diagram.

2. To ensure that the spray jet can reach all parts, arrange the baking sheets as illustrated (max. 4 baking sheets and 2 grilles).

Note: Never operate the dishwasher without the top basket or baking sheet spray head!

• Weight: max. 60 kg

• Voltage: 220–240 V, 50 Hz or 60 Hz

• Connected load: 2000–2400 W

• Fuse: 10/16 A (UK 13A)

• Power input: off mode (Po)* 0.10 W, left on mode (PI)* 0.10 W

• Water pressure: at least 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar), maximum 1 MPa (10 bar). At a higher water pressure, connect a pressure-reducing valve ahead.

• Inlet rate: minimum 10 litres/minute

• Water temperature: cold water; hot water max. temperature 60 °C.

• Capacity: 12–15 place settings (depending on model).

Yes, depending on the model, the dishwasher can be connected to cold or hot water up to a max. of 60 °C. Connection to hot water is recommended if it’s supplied by energetically favorable means, like a solar heating system with a circulation line. This will save energy and time.

The hot water setting A:01 allows you to adjust your appliance for operation with hot water. The recommended water temperature is at least 40 °C and no more than 60 °C. It is not recommended to connect to hot water if it’s from an electric boiler.

Setting hot water:

1. Close the door.

2. Switch on ON/OFF switch (1).

3. Hold down programme button A and press START button (6) until d:0… is indicated on the digital display.

4. Release both buttons.

5. Press programme button A until the factory set value A:00 is indicated on the digital display (9).

To change the setting:

1. By pressing the C button, you can switch the hot water setting off (A:00) or on (A:01).

2. Press START button (6). The set value is saved.

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 the programme with the highest temperature.

5. Press START button (6). The programme sequence starts.

6. After approx. 4 minutes press the START button (6) until 0:01 is indicated on the digital display. After approx. 1 min 0:00 is indicated on the digital display.

7. Switch off the ON/OFF switch.

8. Turn off the tap, disconnect the supply hose and drain the water.

Transport appliance upright only. This prevents residual water from running into the machine control and damaging the programme sequence.