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Troubleshooting

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Fault

Cause

troubleshooting

Remnants of food on table-
ware.

Tableware is placed too
close together or basket is
overfilled.

1.

Arrange tableware with sufficient
space in between.
The spray jets must reach the sur-
faces of the tableware.

2.

Avoid points of contact.

Spray arm rotation is
blocked.

Arrange tableware so that it does
not obstruct spray arm rotation.

Spray arm nozzles are
blocked.

Clean the "Spray arms" 

→ 

Page 41

.

Filters are soiled.

Clean the filters. 

→ 

"Cleaning filters", Page 40

Filters are inserted incor-
rectly and/or not engaged.

1.

Insert the filters properly. 

→ 

"Filter system", Page 40

2.

Engage the filters.

Washing programme selec-
ted too weak.

Select a more intensive washing
programme. 

→ 

"Programmes", Page 18

Tableware has been pre-
cleaned too intensely. The
sensors chose a weaker pro-
gramme. Stubborn soiling
cannot be entirely removed.

Only remove large remnants of food
and do not prerinse tableware.

Tall narrow receptacles in
corner areas are not rinsed
adequately.

Do not position tall narrow recept-
acles at too great an angle or in
corner areas.

Top baskets on right and left
are not set to same height.

Set the top baskets on the left and
right to the same level. 

→ 

"Top basket", Page 21

Detergent residue in the ap-
pliance

Lid of the detergent dis-
penser is blocked by items
of tableware parts and will
not open.

1.

Arrange tableware in the top basket
tableware so the tab collecting tray
is not obstructed by tableware. 

→ 

"Arrange tableware", Page 31

Items of tableware are blocking the
dispenser lid.

2.

Do not place tableware or fra-
grance dispensers in the tablet col-
lecting tray.

The lid of the detergent dis-
penser is blocked by the tab
and will not open.

Position the tab in the detergent dis-
penser crosswise, not vertically.

Summary of Contents for SN45ZI00AS

Page 1: ...Dishwasher SN45ZI00AS en User manual Register your product on My Siemens and discover exclusive services and offers siemens home bsh group com welcome The future moving in Siemens Home Appliances ...

Page 2: ... 21 Bottom basket 21 Cutlery basket 22 Etagere 22 Folding prongs 22 Knife shelf 23 Basket heights 23 Before using for the first time 23 Performing the initial configura tion 23 Water softening system 24 Overview of water hardness set tings 24 Setting the water softening sys tem 24 Special salt 25 Switching off the water softening system 25 Regeneration of the water softening system 26 Rinse aid sy...

Page 3: ... 38 Machine Care 38 Filter system 40 Cleaning spray arms 41 Troubleshooting 42 Error code Fault display Sig nal 42 Washing results 44 Home Connect problem 51 Information on display panel 51 Malfunctions 51 Mechanical damage 52 Noise 53 Clean wastewater pump 54 Transportation storage and disposal 54 Removing the appliance 54 Protect appliance from frost 55 Transporting the appliance 55 Disposing of...

Page 4: ...he information on intended use to ensure that you use the appliance correctly and safely Only use this appliance As specified in this instruction manual For cleaning household tableware In private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic en vironment Up to an altitude of max 2500 m above sea level Restriction on user group Avoid risks to children and vulnerable persons This appliance may be...

Page 5: ...with earthing The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical installation must be properly installed Never equip the appliance with an external switching device e g a timer or remote control When the appliance is installed the mains plug of the power cord must be freely accessible If free access is not possible an all pole isolating switch must be installed in the permanent electrical ...

Page 6: ...e or specialist outlets WARNING Risk of tipping Improper installation may cause the appliance to tip up Only install built under or integrable appliances under a continuous worktop that is securely connected to adjacent cabinets Safe use Follow these safety instructions when using the appliance WARNING Risk of serious harm to health Failure to comply with safety instructions and directions for use...

Page 7: ...on the appliance door when open Knives and utensils with sharp points can cause injuries Arrange knives and utensils with sharp points in the cutlery basket with the points downwards on the knife shelf or in the cutlery drawer WARNING Risk of scalding If you open the appliance door while the programme is run ning hot water may splash out of the appliance Open the appliance door carefully if the pr...

Page 8: ...nger ous Never operate a damaged appliance Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured sur face Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance Al ways unplug the appliance at the mains If the appliance or the power cord is damaged immediately unplug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box and turn off the water tap Call Customer Service Page 55 Repairs to the applian...

Page 9: ... putting their lives at risk With redundant appliances unplug the power cord Then cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer close WARNING Risk of crushing With higher level appliances children can become crushed between the appliance door and cabinet doors underneath Keep an eye on children when opening and closing the ap...

Page 10: ... slots of the tablet collecting tray and injure themselves Keep children away from the appliance when open WARNING Risk of suffocation Children may become trapped in the appliance and suffocate Use the childproof lock if fitted Never let children play with or operate the appliance ...

Page 11: ...ll the dishwasher near heat sources e g radiat ors heat storage tanks ovens or other appliances that gener ate heat Modified or damaged water hoses may result in material damage and damage to the appliance Never kink crush modify or cut through water hoses Only use the water hoses sup plied with the appliance or genu ine spare hoses Never re use water hoses that have been used before If the water ...

Page 12: ...rammes Page 18 Zeolith drying automatically helps to save energy Zeolith drying Page 12 Zeolith drying The appliance features a Zeolith con tainer Zeolith drying lets you save energy Zeolite is a mineral that can store moisture and heat energy and then release them again During dishwashing heat energy is used to heat up the washing water and dry the mineral During the drying phase moisture from th...

Page 13: ...chen between wooden and plastic walls If you subsequently install your dishwasher as a free standing appli ance you must stop it from tipping over e g by screwing it to the wall or installing it under a continuous work top that is securely connected to ad jacent cabinets 1 Follow the safety instructions Page 4 2 Follow the instructions for elec trical connection Page 14 3 Check the Scope of supply...

Page 14: ...rinking water connection is not kinked crushed or twisted Electrical connection Connect your appliance to the power supply Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Notes Follow the Safety instructions Page 5 Connect the appliance to alternat ing current only in the range of 220 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz Please note that the water safety system is only functional if there is a power supply...

Page 15: ...sing yourself with your appliance Familiarise yourself with the parts of your appliance Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD number Page 56 The data you need for Customer Service Page 55 1 Depending on the appliance specifications ...

Page 16: ... Top basket Page 21 8 Cutlery shelf1 Cutlery shelf Page 22 9 Upper spray arm The upper spray arm washes the tableware in the top basket If the tableware has not been washed properly clean the spray arms Cleaning spray arms Page 41 10 Intake opening of the Zeolith con tainer The intake opening is required for Zeolith drying Page 12 11 Blow opening of the Zeolith con tainer The blow opening is requi...

Page 17: ... setting buttons 4 WLAN display Home Connect Page 35 5 Water supply display Display for water supply 6 Special salt refill indicator Water softening system Page 24 7 Programme buttons and additional functions Programmes Page 18 Additional functions Page 20 8 Start button Starting the programme Page 33 9 button If you press for approx 3 seconds you can open the basic settings 10 Remote Start Remote...

Page 18: ...cing factors such as water temperat ure or pipe pressure may result in deviations Programme Use Programme sequence Additional func tions Intensive 70 Tableware Washing pots and pans non fragile tableware and cutlery Level of soiling Removing stubborn burned or dried on food remnants containing starch and protein Intensive Pre Rinse Cleaning 70 C Intermediate rinse Final rinse 50 C Drying All Addit...

Page 19: ...ults in optimal consumption val ues Information for test institutes Test institutes are provided with in formation for comparability tests e g according to EN60436 These are the conditions for conduct ing the tests however they are not the results or consumption values E mail enquiries to dishwasher test appliances com The product number E Nr and the production number FD are required here They can...

Page 20: ...ion Use VarioSpeedPlus The run time is shortened by 15 to 75 depending on the rinse programme The additional function can be activated before the start of the pro gramme and at any time when the pro gramme is running Energy and water con sumption are increased Additional func tion Use IntensiveZone Switch on with mixed loads containing table ware with different soil ing levels e g place very soile...

Page 21: ...asket from sud denly dropping down hold the side of the basket by the top edge 3 Press in the levers on the right and left on the outside of the basket The basket can then slip down slightly 4 Raise or lower the basket evenly to the right level Basket heights Page 23 Check that the basket is level on both sides 5 Slide the basket back in Bottom basket Arrange pans and plates in the bot tom basket ...

Page 22: ...and glasses or for large items of cutlery e g wooden spoons or serving cutlery If you do not need the cutlery shelf you can fold it up Folding prongs Use the folding prongs to position tableware securely e g plates You can fold the prongs down to po sition pans bowls and glasses better 1 Folding down prongs1 If you do not need the prongs fold them down 1 Depending on the appliance specifications ...

Page 23: ...r the first time Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Configure the settings for initial start up Performing the initial config uration On initial start up or after a reset to the factory settings you will need to make settings Tip Connect your appliance to a mo bile device You can conveniently change all settings via the Home Connect app Home Connect quick start Page 36...

Page 24: ...m your local water company or by using a water hardness tester Water hardness E Hardness range mmol l Setting value 0 8 Soft 0 1 1 H00 9 10 Soft 1 2 1 4 H01 11 12 Medium 1 5 1 8 H02 13 15 Medium 1 9 2 1 H03 16 20 Medium 2 2 2 9 H04 21 26 Hard 3 0 3 7 H05 27 38 Hard 3 8 5 4 H06 39 62 Hard 5 5 8 9 H07 Note Set the water hardness determ ined on your appliance Setting the water softening sys tem Page ...

Page 25: ...e dispenser for special salt and remove 2 On initial start up Fill the dispenser right up with water 3 Note Only use special salt for dishwashers Do not use salt tablets Do not use table salt Add the special salt to the dis penser a Funnel 1 Fill the dispenser right up with spe cial salt The water in the dis penser is displaced and forced out 4 Place the lid back on the dis penser and turn to clos...

Page 26: ... of the maximum additional run time and consumption values during regenera tion of the water softening system Regeneration of the water softening system after x rinse cycles 6 Additional run time in minutes 7 Additional water consumption in litres 5 Additional power consumption in kWh 0 05 The consumption values specified are laboratory measurements determ ined in accordance with the currently app...

Page 27: ...id refill indicator irritating e g when using combined detergents with a rinse aid compon ent you can switch the rinse aid sys tem off Tip The function of rinse aid is lim ited with combined detergents You will generally get better results using rinse aid 1 Press 2 To open the basic settings press for 3 seconds a The display shows Hxx a The display shows 3 Press repeatedly until the display shows ...

Page 28: ...r website or from Cus tomer Service Page 55 Separate detergents Separate detergents are products that do not contain components other than detergent e g powder deter gent or liquid detergent With powder and liquid detergent the dosage can be individually adjusted to the level of soiling of the table ware For better washing and drying results and to avoid damage to the appli ance please additionall...

Page 29: ...For the best washing and drying results we recommend us ing special salt from a water hard ness of 17 E To prevent sticking only touch de tergents in a water soluble pouch with dry hands and only ever place them in a dry detergent dispenser Even if the rinse aid and special salt refill indicators light up wash ing programmes will run properly with combined detergents The function of rinse aid is l...

Page 30: ...table ware Cause Recommendation The following table ware is not dish washer safe Items of cutlery and tableware made from wood Decorated glass ware antique and hand crafted table ware Plastic parts not resistant to heat Tableware made from copper or tin Tableware soiled with ash wax lub ricating grease or paint Very small items of tableware Only put tableware in the dishwasher if it is marked as d...

Page 31: ...For better washing and drying res ults position items with curves or recesses at an angle so the water can run off 1 Remove large remnants of food from your tableware To save resources do not pre rinse tableware under running wa ter 2 Observe the following when arran ging tableware Put heavily soiled tableware in the bottom basket e g pans The more powerful the spray jet the better the dishwashing...

Page 32: ...ences conformity with the EU Eco design Directive If you do not perform any actions on the appliance for 10 minutes the appliance will automatically switch off Setting a programme To adjust the wash cycle to the soil ing level of the tableware select a suitable programme Press the right programme button Programmes Page 18 a The programme is set and the pro gramme button flashes a The remaining run...

Page 33: ... flashes on the display a The button lock remains activated with a power failure Deactivate button lock Press for approx 3 seconds Interrupting programme Note When you open the appliance door once the appliance has heated up leave the door slightly ajar for a few minutes and then close it This will help prevent excess pressure building up in the appliance and stop the appliance door bursting open ...

Page 34: ... aid system off with level r00 Intensive drying d00 1 d00 d01 The temperature is increased during the final rinse which improves the drying result This may increase the run time slightly Note Not suitable for delicate items of tableware Switch Extra Dry on d01 or off d00 Hot water A00 1 A00 A01 Set cold water or hot water connec tion Only set the appliance to hot water if this can be prepared with...

Page 35: ...y shows the required set ting 4 Press repeatedly until the dis play shows the right value You can change several settings 5 To save the settings press for 3 seconds Home Connect Home Connect Home Connect This appliance is network capable Connect your appliance to a mobile device to control its functions via the Home Connect app The Home Connect services are not available in every country The avail...

Page 36: ...e network Wi Fi at its installation location 1 With the help of the Home Connect App scan the QR code 2 Follow the instructions in the Home Connect app Home Connect settings Adapt Home Connect to your needs You can find the Home Connect set tings in the basic settings for your ap pliance Which settings the display shows will depend on whether Home Connect has been set up and whether the appliance ...

Page 37: ...llowing types of data to the Home Connect server initial registration Unique appliance identification consisting of appliance codes as well as the MAC address of the Wi Fi communication module in stalled Security certificate of the Wi Fi communication module to ensure a secure data connection The current software and hardware version of your appliance Status of any previous reset to factory settin...

Page 38: ...iance care to make sure your appliance functions properly at all times Action Benefit Wipe the door seals the front of the dish washer and the con trol panel regularly us ing a damp cloth and washing up liquid This ensures the parts of the appliance will remain clean and hy gienic If the appliance is not going to be used for a while leave the door slightly ajar This will prevent un pleasant odours...

Page 39: ...l panel or if advised to do so by the display Notes Run the Machine Care programme without any tableware in the dish washer Only use machine care products and machine cleaners specially designed for dishwashers Make sure that there are no alu minium parts e g extractor hood grease filters or aluminium pans in the interior of the appliance If you have not run Machine Care after 3 washing cycles the...

Page 40: ... filter system Check that no foreign objects fall into the sump 1 2 3 Pull down the micro filter to re move 4 Press the locking catches to gether and lift the coarse filter out 1 2 5 Clean the filter elements under run ning water Carefully clean the rim of dirt between the coarse and the fine fil ter 6 Re assemble the filter system Make sure that the locking catches on the coarse filter click into...

Page 41: ...the spray arms regularly 1 Unscrew the upper spray arm and pull down to remove 1 2 2 Pull up the lower spray arm to re move 3 Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any for eign bodies 4 Insert the lower spray arm a The spray arm clicks into position 5 Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place ...

Page 42: ...e tableware in the ap pliance so the Intake opening of the Zeolith container Page 15 is no longer obstructed E 21 60 will light up altern ately Appliance has detected cal cified heating element 1 Descale the appliance 2 Operate the appliance with the Wa ter softening system E 30 00 will light up altern ately Water protection system is activated 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Call Customer Service Page...

Page 43: ...witch the appliance on E 92 40 will light up altern ately Filters are soiled or blocked Clean the filters Cleaning filters Page 40 E 61 03 will light up altern ately Water is not drained Wastewater hose is blocked or kinked 1 Reposition the wastewater hose without kinks 2 Remove residues Siphon connection is still sealed Check the connection to the siphon and open if necessary Cover of the wastewa...

Page 44: ...se 5 Switch the appliance on 6 If the problem occurs again Press Turn off the water tap Pull out the mains plug Contact Customer Service Page 55 and give the er ror code Washing results Fault Cause troubleshooting Tableware is not dry No rinse aid used or dosage set too low 1 Add Rinse aid Page 26 2 Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed Setting the amount of rinse aid Page 27 Programme or pr...

Page 45: ...ed drying performance Use a name brand rinse aid Eco products may have limited ef fectiveness Plastic tableware is not dry Not a fault As plastic does not store heat so well it also does not dry as well No remedial action possible Cutlery is not dry Cutlery not arranged prop erly in the cutlery basket or cutlery drawer Droplets can form on the cutlery con tact points 1 Arrange cutlery individually...

Page 46: ...y The sensors chose a weaker pro gramme Stubborn soiling cannot be entirely removed Only remove large remnants of food and do not prerinse tableware Tall narrow receptacles in corner areas are not rinsed adequately Do not position tall narrow recept acles at too great an angle or in corner areas Top baskets on right and left are not set to same height Set the top baskets on the left and right to t...

Page 47: ...substances are deposited there These coat ings cannot generally be re moved with chemicals Change your detergent Page 27 Clean the appliance mechanically White coating is deposited in the appliance interior 1 Set the water softening system cor rectly In most cases you will need to in crease the setting 2 Change your detergent if required Special salt dispenser is not screwed tight Screw the specia...

Page 48: ...chose a weaker pro gramme Stubborn soiling cannot be entirely removed Only remove large remnants of food and do not prerinse tableware Coloured coatings blue yel low brown that are difficult or impossible to remove are present inside the appliance or on stainless steel table ware The formation of films is due to substances contained in vegetables cabbage celery potatoes noodles etc or tap water ma...

Page 49: ...perature Programmes Page 18 Tableware has been pre cleaned too intensely The sensors chose a weaker pro gramme Stubborn soiling cannot be entirely removed Only remove large remnants of food and do not prerinse tableware Removable streaks are present on glasses glass ware with a metallic appear ance and cutlery Amount of rinse aid to be dispensed is set too high Set the rinse aid system to a lower ...

Page 50: ... also rust if washed together with rust ing items Do not wash rusting items Salt content in washing wa ter is too high 1 Remove any spilled special salt from the tub 2 Screw the cap of the special salt dispenser on tight Detergent residue is present in the detergent dispenser or the tablet collecting tray Spray arms were blocked by tableware so detergent was not rinsed out Check that the spray arm...

Page 51: ...e 25 Sensor does not detect spe cial salt tablets Do not use special salt tablets Refill indicator for special salt does not light up Water softening system is switched off Setting the water softening system Refill indicator for rinse aid lights up Insufficient rinse aid 1 Add Rinse aid Page 26 2 Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed Setting the amount of rinse aid Page 27 Refill indicator f...

Page 52: ...erted in the socket and on the rear of the appliance Appliance door is not closed properly Close the appliance door Programme starts automat ically You did not wait until pro gramme ended Terminate programme Page 33 Appliance stops during the programme or cuts out Appliance door is not closed properly Close the appliance door Power and or water supply has been interrupted 1 Check the power supply ...

Page 53: ... Remove detergent residue Noise Fault Cause troubleshooting Filling valves making knock ing noises Caused by the domestic in stallation No appliance fault present Does not affect functioning of the appliance Can only be remedied in the do mestic installation Knocking or rattling noise Spray arm is striking table ware Arrange tableware so that the spray arms do not strike tableware With a small loa...

Page 54: ...over inwards at an angle and remove 7 Remove any remnants of food and foreign bodies in the area of the impeller 8 Insert the pump cover and press down 1 2 a The pump cover clicks into posi tion 9 Install the filter system 10 Insert the top and bottom basket Transportation storage and disposal Transportation storage and disposal Transportation storage and disposal You can find out here how to prep...

Page 55: ...can be re used by recycling WARNING Risk of harm to health Children can lock themselves in the appliance thereby putting their lives at risk With redundant appliances unplug the power cord Then cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer close 1 Unplug the appliance from the mains 2 Cut through the power cord 3 Dispose of t...

Page 56: ... number FD and the consecutive numbering Z Nr of your appliance The contact details for Customer Ser vice can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on our website Product number E Nr pro duction number FD and con secutive numbering Z Nr You can find the product number E Nr the production number FD and the consecutive numbering Z Nr on the appliance s rating plate The rating plate ...

Page 57: ...e of printing its web address had not yet been published Please then fol low the instructions on searching for models The model identifier is made up of the characters before the slash in the product number E Nr on the rating plate Alternatively you can also find the model identifier in the first line of the EU energy label Information regarding Free and Open Source Software This product includes ...

Page 58: ... 58 Reference OSSREQUEST The cost of performing your request will be charged to you This offer is valid three years from the date of pur chase or at least as long as we offer support and spare parts for the re spective appliance ...

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