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SN63EX21BE Dishwasher EN Information for Use Register your appliance on My Siemens and discover exclusive services and offers. Siemens Home Appliances...
en Table of contents You can find additional information and explanations online. Scan the QR code on the title page. Table of contents Table of contents 1 Safety .......... 3 8.5 Bottom basket ...... 2 0 1.1 General information...
en Safety ¡ in closed rooms in the home and with similar applications, e.g.: in canteens in shops, offices and other work environments; in agricultural businesses; use by customers in hotels, motels and other typical home environments; in bed and breakfasts. ¡...
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Safety en isolating switch must be integrated into the permanent electrical installation according to the installation regulations. When installing the appliance, check that the power cable is not trapped or damaged. Cutting through the supply hose or immersing the Aqua-Stop valve in water is dangerous. Never immerse the plastic housing in water.
en Safety 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of serious harm to health! Failure to comply with safety instructions and directions for use on packagings of detergent and rinse aid products may cause seri- ous harm to health. Follow the safety instructions and directions for use on the packagings of detergent and rinse aid products.
Safety en Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity. Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners to clean the appli- ance. If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appliance parts or heat sources.
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en Safety Children may breathe in or swallow small parts, causing them to suffocate. Keep small parts away from children. Do not let children play with small parts. Children may become trapped in the appliance and suffocate. Use the childproof lock if fitted. Never let children play with or operate the appliance.
Preventing material damage en Modified or damaged water hoses 2 Preventing material may result in material damage and Preventing material damage damage damage to the appliance. Never kink, crush, modify or cut 2.1 Safe installation through water hoses. Only use the water hoses supplied ATTENTION with the appliance or genuine Improper installation of the appliance...
en Environmental protection and saving energy So as not to scratch the finish on sures a particularly economical dry- the appliance, do not use sponges ing result. with a rough surface or abrasive For best drying results wait until the cleaning agents. end of programme before unloading To prevent corrosion, do not use the tableware.
Installation and connection en Operating instructions Installing the drainage connection Installation Instructions Consult the installation instructions Further information documents supplied for the steps required Installation material here. Steam protection Connect the wastewater hose to 1 Salt filling aid funnel the outlet connection of the siphon Mains cable using the enclosed parts.
en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Please note that the water safety Insert the mains plug of the appli- system is only functional if there is ance's power cable in a socket a power supply. nearby. The connection data of the appli- Insert the non-heating appliance ance can be found on the rating plug of the power cable into the...
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Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Rating plate with E number and FD number Page 49 . Rating plate The data you need for Customer Service Page 49 . Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Detergent dispenser "Detergent", Page 26 Page 20 Bottom basket Bottom basket ...
en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.2 Controls You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status. With some buttons you can perform different functions. 3 4 5 6 Page 30 Switching on the appliance ...
Programmes en "Remote Start ", Page 36 Remote Start Timer programming Setting timer programming Page 31 1 Door handle Open the appliance door. The display shows information about the remaining running time or the basic settings. You can change the basic set- Display tings via the display and the setting buttons.
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en Programmes The consumption values can be found in the quick reference guide. The con- sumption values relate to normal conditions and a water hardness of 16 - 20 °E. Different influencing factors such as water temperature or pipe pressure may result in deviations. Programme Programme sequence Tableware:...
Additional functions en 6.1 Information for test insti- The tableware undergoes intermedi- ate cleaning via cold rinsing. tutes Tip: You can use the Home Connect Test institutes are provided with in- app to download additional pro- formation for comparability tests, e.g. grammes and save them to the according to EN60436.
en Features Symbol Additional func- tion IntensiveZone Switch on with mixed loads containing table- ware with different soiling levels, e.g. place very soiled pots and pans in the bottom bas- ket and normally soiled tableware in the top basket. The spray pressure in the bottom basket is increased and the maximum programme temperature maintained longer.
Features en Adjusting top basket with side Release the levers. The basket clicks into position. levers Slide the basket back in. To wash large items of tableware in the baskets, adjust the shelf position 8.2 Knife shelf of the top basket. Use the shelf for knives and long Pull out the top basket.
en Features 8.4 glassZone Push in the top basket. Use the glassZone in the top basket 8.5 Bottom basket to clean all types of glasses gently Arrange pans and plates in the bot- yet thoroughly. tom basket. Setting glassZone Cutlery basket 1 Note: Consumption will increase if Large plates up to a diameter of you operate your appliance with the 31 cm can be arranged in the bottom...
Features en 8.6 Folding prongs Push the lever forwards and fold down the prongs Use the folding prongs to position tableware securely, e.g. plates. To use the prongs again, fold them back up. The prongs audibly click into posi- You can fold the prongs down to po- tion.
en Before using for the first time Start the Programme with the 9 Before using for the highest cleaning temperature Before using for the first time first time Page 31 without tableware. To remove any marks from water 9.1 Performing the initial con- or other residues, we recommend figuration you operate the appliance without...
Water softening system en Note: Set the water hardness determ- ness, the greater the consumption of ined on your appliance. special salt. "Setting the water softening sys- ATTENTION tem", Page 23 Detergent may damage the water With a water hardness of 0 - 8 °E softening system.
en Rinse aid system 10.4 Switching off the water 10.5 Regeneration of the water softening system softening system If you find the special salt refill indic- In order to obtain fault-free function of ator irritating, e.g. when using com- the water softening system, the appli- bined detergents with salt replace- ance performs regeneration of the ment substances, you can switch the...
Rinse aid system en Only use rinse aid for domestic dish- Press . washers. To open the basic settings, press for 3 seconds. Adding rinse aid The display shows Hxx. If the rinse aid refill indicator lights The display shows up, top up with rinse aid. Only use Press repeatedly until the rinse aid for domestic dishwashers.
en Detergent To save the settings, press Powder detergent for 3 seconds. Powder detergent is recommended The rinse aid system is switched for shorter programmes. off and the rinse aid refill indicator The dosage can be adjusted to the is deactivated. level of soiling.
Detergent en as glass protection or stainless steel According to the manufacturers, cleaner. combined detergents with salt re- According to the manufacturers, placement substances can only be combined detergents generally only used up to a certain water hard- function up to a water hardness of ness, usually 26 °E, without 26 °E.
en Tableware for dosage in the detergent dis- liquid detergent will spread around penser. the washing tank and dissolve 20 ml – 25 ml detergent is suffi- there. Tablets will fall into the tab- cient for normal soiling. If table- let collecting tray and dissolve in ware is only lightly soiled, slightly the right dosage.
Tableware en Cause Recommendation safe to use in the dishwasher with alu- ing agents, do not put aluminium parts minium. in the dishwasher interior. The water temperature of the pro- Select a programme with lower temper- gramme is too high. atures. After the programme has ended, take glassware and cutlery out of the appli- ance without delay.
en Basic operation To prevent injury, arrange cut- to shock, may crack and can result in – lery with the points and sharp injury. edges facing down. When the programme has ended, Position containers with the do not empty the appliance until –...
Basic operation en Press the right programme button. ance door. If the base panel is The programme is set and the pro- pulled forwards or if the appliance gramme button flashes. is installed at eye level with the The remaining running time of the cabinet front fitted flush, the dis- programme appears on the dis- play is not visible.
en Basic settings 14.7 Terminate programme Press . Tip: If you press during the wash To end a programme early or to cycle, the programme currently run- switch from a programme that has ning will be interrupted. When you already started, you will need to can- switch the appliance back on, the cel it first.
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Basic settings en Basic setting Display text Selection Description pliance to hot water if this can be prepared with little en- ergy and a suitable installa- tion is available, e.g. solar heating system with circula- tion line. The water temperat- ure should be at least 40 °C and max.
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en Basic settings Basic setting Display text Selection Description The following settings are possible: With the setting "o00" auto- matic door opening is de- activated in all pro- grammes. With the setting "o01" auto- matic door opening is ac- tivated in all programmes. With the setting "o02"...
Home Connect en Basic setting Display text Selection Description nected the device with the Home Connect app. "Home Connect ", Page 35 Factory setting Start with Restore changed settings to the factory settings. Confirm with The settings for initial start-up must be configured. 15.2 Changing basic settings The Home Connect services are not available in every country.
en Home Connect Scan the following QR code. Tip: To deactivate the function, press 1 16.3 Smart Start Smart Start automatically determines the optimal time for the programme to start. You can use the Home Connect app to activate or deactivate the function. You can install the Home Connect app and connect your appliance Activating Smart Start via the QR code.
Tip: You can get our tested and approved Dishwasher Care and Machine Cleaner for Dishwashers online at https://www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com/ store or from customer service. Machine Care is a programme which removes various deposits in one washing...
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en Cleaning and servicing Phase Removal of Detergent Placement Grease and limes- Liquid machine care Appliance interior, e.g. cale product or machine bottle hung in the cut- descaler in powder lery basket or powder form. in the interior. Food remnants and Machine cleaner Detergent dispenser deposits...
Cleaning and servicing en 17.5 Filter system Pull down the micro filter to re- move. The filter system removes coarse soiling from the dishwashing cycle. Press the locking catches gether and lift the coarse filter out Micro filter Fine filter Coarse filter Cleaning filters Soiling in the dishwashing water may block the filters.
en Cleaning and servicing Insert the filter system into the ap- Remove the top spray arm down- pliance and turn the coarse filter wards. clockwise. Unscrew the upper spray arm Make sure that the arrow mark- and pull down to remove ings match up.
This will avoid unneces- sary costs. Tip: You can find further information and explanations on troubleshooting on- line by scanning the QR code on the title page and on our website siemens- home.bsh-group.com. Depending on the appliance specifications...
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en Troubleshooting WARNING Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff. Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. If the power cord or the appliance power cable of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a special power cord or special appliance power cable, which is available from the manufacturer or its Customer Service.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:32-00 will light up The filters in the water connection of the supply or alternately or indicator AquaStop hose are blocked. for water supply lights Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the water connection.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:61-03 will light up alternately. Water is not drained. Not an appliance fault. Wastewater pump is blocked or the cover of the wastewater pump is loose. Clean the wastewater pump. "Clean wastewater pump", Page 47 Secure the cover of the wastewater pump so it clicks into position.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting All LEDs lit up or Electronics have detected a fault. flashing. Press the main switch button for approx. 4 seconds. "Controls", Page 14 The appliance is reset and restarted. If the problem occurs again: Switch off the appliance. Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse in the fuse box.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Remnants of food on Filters are inserted incorrectly and/or not engaged. tableware. Insert the filters properly. "Filter system", Page 39 Engage the filters. Washing programme selected too weak. Select a more intensive washing programme. "Programmes", Page 15 Tableware has been precleaned too intensely.
Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Rust spots on cutlery. Cutlery is not sufficiently rust-resistant. Knife blades are often more severely affected. Use rust-resistant tableware. Cutlery may also rust if washed together with rusting items. Do not wash rusting items. Salt content in washing water is too high. Remove any spilled special salt from the tub.
en Transportation, storage and disposal Insert the pump cover and press 19.3 Transporting the appli- down ance To avoid damage to the appliance, empty it before transporting. Note: Always transport the appliance upright to prevent residual water get- ting into the machine's controls and damaging the appliance.
Customer Service en Unplug the appliance from the Nr.), the production number (FD) and mains. the consecutive numbering (Z-Nr.) of Cut through the power cord. your appliance. Dispose of the appliance in an en- You can find the contact details for vironmentally friendly manner.
en Technical specifications to our instructions; this also in- If your appliance is fitted with cludes correctly fitting the Aqua- Aqua-Stop, you can in principle Stop extension (genuine access- leave your appliance unattended ory). Our guarantee does not cover during operation and the tap defective supply lines or fittings up turned on afterwards.
BSH Hausgeräte GmbH hereby declares that the appliance with Home Connect functionality conforms to the essential requirements and other relevant provi- sions of Directive 2014/53/EU. A detailed RED Declaration of Conformity can be found online at siemens- home.bsh-group.com among the additional documents on the product page for your appliance.
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en Declaration of Conformity group is seen on the title page. The The manufacturer, BSH Hausgeräte full model identifier is made up of the GmbH deems that it has complied characters before the slash in the with product number (E no.) which can be provision 5.1-1 of ETSI EN 303 found on the rating plate.
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EN Manufactured by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH under the trademark licence of Siemens AG Valid within Great Britain: Imported to Great Britain by BSH Home Appliances Ltd. Grand Union House Old Wolverton Road Wolverton, Milton Keynes MK12 5PT United Kingdom BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl-Wery-Straße 34...
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