Siemens SX Series Operating Instructions

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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”)
Discolouration of the
plastic parts inside the
appliance.
Plastic parts inside the appliance
may become discoloured during
the service life of the dishwasher.
Discolouration is normal and will not impair
the function of the dishwasher.
Plastic parts discoloured. Too low rinsing temperature. 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°
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Siemens SX Series Specifications

General

Category	Dishwasher
Brand	Siemens
Series	SX Series
Place Settings	12-14
Delay Start	Yes
Child Lock	Yes
Half Load Option	Yes
Type	Built-in
Programs	Auto, Intensive, Eco, Quick