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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SN13EC78CS Information for Use 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: Table Of Contents

    Futher information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ...........  4 8 Features........  20 1.1 General information.... 4 8.1 Top basket.......  20 1.2 Intended use...... 4 8.2 Etagere ........ 21 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 8.3 Bottom basket ...... 21 1.4 Safe installation ......
  • Page 3 21 Technical specifications..  51 13.2 Arrange tableware .... 30 21.1 Information regarding Free 13.3 Removing tableware.... 31 and Open Source Software...  51 14 Basic operation .......  31 22 Declaration of Conformity ..  52 14.1 Switching on the appliance ...  31 14.2 Setting a programme ....  32 14.3 Setting additional functions ...
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
  • Page 5 Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Always use the supplied power cable for the new appliance. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
  • Page 6: Safe Use

    en Safety Contact between the appliance and installation lines may lead to a defect in these lines, e.g. gas pipes and power lines. Gas from a corroded gas pipe can ignite. A damaged power line can cause a short circuit. ▶ Check that there is a distance of at least 5 cm between the ap- pliance and installation lines.
  • Page 7 Safety en Highly caustic alkaline or highly acidic cleaning agents in conjunc- tion with aluminium parts in the interior of the appliance may cause explosions. ▶ Never use highly caustic alkaline or highly acidic cleaning agents, in particular commercial or industrial products, in con- junction with aluminium parts (e.g.
  • Page 8: Damaged Appliance

    en Safety 1.6 Damaged appliance WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. ▶ Never operate a damaged appliance. ▶ Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured surface. ▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains.
  • Page 9 Safety en 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.
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing Modified or damaged water hoses Preventing 2 Preventing material may result in material damage and damage to the appliance. damage Never kink, crush, modify or cut ▶ through water hoses. Preventing 2.1 Safe installation Only use the water hoses supplied ▶ with the appliance or genuine ATTENTION! spare hoses.
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en So as not to scratch the finish on If automatic door opening is deactiv- ▶ the appliance, do not use sponges ated, energy consumption increases with a rough surface or abrasive and the drying phase is usually cleaning agents.
  • Page 12: Installing And Connecting The Appliance

    en Installation and connection When doing so, check that the 4.2 Installing and connecting wastewater hose is not kinked, the appliance crushed or twisted. You can position your built-under or Also check that there is no cover integrable appliance in a fitted kit- in the drainage system preventing chen between wooden and plastic the wastewater from being dis-...
  • Page 13 Installation and connection en Insert the mains plug of the appli- ance's power cable in a socket nearby. The connection data of the appli- ance can be found on the rating plate. Check the mains plug is inserted properly.
  • Page 14: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD num- ber → Page 50. The data you need for Customer Service → Page 49.
  • Page 15 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Detergent dispenser Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. → "Detergent", Page 27 Bottom basket Bottom basket → Page 21 Dispenser for special salt Add special salt to the dispenser for spe- cial salt. → "Water softening system", Page 23 Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the table- ware in the bottom basket.
  • Page 16: Controls

    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. ON/OFF button and reset Switching on the appliance button → Page 31 Switching off the appliance...
  • Page 17 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Water supply display Display for water supply Special salt refill indicator Water softening system → "Adding special salt", Page 24 Home Connect app functions If you select a function using the indicator Home Connect app, the indicator on the appliance lights up. Door handle Open the appliance door.
  • Page 18 en Programmes 6 Programmes You can find an overview of the pro- ted. The running time will change if grammes that can be selected here. the rinse aid system is switched off Different programmes, which can be or rinse aid needs to be added. found on the control panel of your The consumption values can be appliance, are available depending...
  • Page 19: Information For Test Institutes

    Programmes en Programme Programme se- quence Tableware: Time-optimised: ¡ Mixed tableware and cutlery ¡ Cleaning 65 °C Speed 65° Level of soiling: ¡ Intermediate rinse ¡ Common household food rem- ¡ Final rinse 69 °C nants lightly dried on ¡ Dry Use only if appliance is unloaded. Machine Care 70 °C Machine Care → "Favourite ", Page 19...
  • Page 20: Additional Functions

    en Additional functions 7 Additional functions You can find an overview of the additional functions that can be selected here. Different additional functions, which can be found on the control panel of your appliance, are available depending on the appliance configuration. You can se- lect certain additional functions depending on the programme.
  • Page 21: Etagere

    Features en You can adjust the height of the top 8.2 Etagere basket to make room for larger items Use the cutlery shelf and space un- of tableware. derneath for small cups and glasses Adjusting top basket with side or for large items of cutlery, e.g. levers cooking spoons or serving cutlery.
  • Page 22: Folding Prongs

    en Features Push the lever forwards and fold down the prongs ⁠ . 8.4 Folding prongs To use the prongs again, fold them Use the folding prongs to position back up. tableware securely, e.g. plates. a The prongs audibly click into posi- tion.
  • Page 23: Before Using For The First Time

    first time en Add detergent → Page 27. first time 9 Before using for the Start the Programme with the first time highest cleaning temperature without tableware. first time To remove any marks from water 9.1 Performing the initial con- or other residues, we recommend figuration you operate the appliance without tableware before using it for the...
  • Page 24: Setting The Water Softening System

    en Water softening system To save the settings, press for 3 seconds. 10.3 Special salt You can use special salt to soften water. Adding special salt Note: Set the water hardness determ- ined on your appliance. If the special salt refill indicator lights → "Setting the water softening sys- up, add special salt to the dispenser tem", Page 24...
  • Page 25: Switching Off The Water Softening System

    Water softening system en Note: Only use special salt for ¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. dishwashers. You do not need to use special Do not use salt tablets. salt. Do not use table salt. Press ⁠ . Add the special salt to the dis- To open the appliance settings, penser.
  • Page 26: Rinse Aid System

    en Rinse aid system Add rinse aid up to the max mark. Additional power consump- 0.05 tion in kWh The consumption values specified are laboratory measurements determ- ined in accordance with the currently applicable standard using the Eco 50° programme and with the factory value of the water hardness set to 9 - 20 °E.
  • Page 27: Switching The Rinse Aid System Off

    Detergent en Press repeatedly until the To save the settings, press right amount of rinse aid has been for 3 seconds. set. a The rinse aid system is switched off and the rinse aid refill indicator is deactivated. 12 Detergent 12.1 Suitable detergents 0, 1, 2 or 3 LEDs will light up ac- cordingly.
  • Page 28: Unsuitable Detergents

    en Detergent ing and drying results we recom- Liquid detergent mend using special salt and rinse aid Liquid detergent works faster and is from a water hardness of 17 °E. If recommended for shorter pro- you are using combined detergent, grammes without PreRinse. the washing programme is adjusted Sometimes liquid detergent may leak automatically to ensure the best pos-...
  • Page 29: Adding Detergent

    Tableware en ¡ To prevent sticking, only touch de- Close the lid of the detergent dis- tergents in a water-soluble pouch penser. 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.
  • Page 30: Tableware

    en Tableware 13.1 Damage to glass and Cause Recommenda- tion tableware Highly caustic al- If you are using Only put glasses and china in the kaline or highly highly caustic al- dishwasher if it is marked as dish- acidic cleaning kaline or highly washer-safe by the manufacturer.
  • Page 31: Removing Tableware

    operation en ¡ For better washing and drying res- ults, position items with curves or recesses at an angle so water can run off. 13.3 Removing tableware WARNING Remove large remnants of food Risk of injury! from tableware. Hot tableware can cause burns to the To save resources, do not pre- skin.
  • Page 32: Setting A Programme

    en operation The Eco 50° programme is espe- 14.4 Setting timer program- cially environmentally friendly and ming ideal for normally soiled tableware. It is the most efficient programme You can delay the start of the pro- for the combination of energy/wa- gramme via the Home Connect app. ter consumption for this type of Open the Home Connect app and ▶...
  • Page 33: Terminate Programme

    operation en will help prevent excess pressure building up in the appliance and stop the appliance door bursting open. Press ⁠ . a The programme is saved and the appliance switches off. Press to resume the pro- gramme. 14.7 Terminate programme To end a programme early or to switch from a programme that has already started, you will need to can- cel it first.
  • Page 34: Basic Settings

    en Basic settings 15 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. 15.1 Overview of the basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Selection Description Water hardness Scale with 4 levels Set the water hardness.
  • Page 35 Basic settings en Basic setting Selection Description Remote Start Scale with 3 levels Activate or deactivate the function. → "Activating Remote Start ", Page 36 This basic setting is not available until you have connected the appliance with the Home Connect app. → "Home Connect ", Page 36 Factory setting Reset...
  • Page 36 en Home Connect Press repeatedly until the Set Wi-Fi LEDs show the right value. Press ⁠ . To open the appliance settings, press for 3 seconds. flashes. Press repeatedly until flash. Press repeatedly until the LEDs show the right value. If LED A lights up, the function is permanently deactivated.
  • Page 37: Home Connect Quick Start

    Home Connect en Home Connect services in your coun- The Home Connect app guides try. You can find information about you through the entire login pro- this at: www.home-connect.com. cess. To be able to use Home Connect, Setting up Home Connect you must first set up the connection to the WLAN home network (Wi-Fi Requirements and to the Home Connect app.
  • Page 38: Data Protection

    en Cleaning and servicing Note: Please note that the Requirements ¡ The appliance is connected to your Home Connect functions can only be WLAN home network. utilised with the Home Connect app. ¡ The appliance is connected to the Information on data protection can be Home Connect app.
  • Page 39: Tips On Appliance Care

    Dishwasher Care and Ma- ance to malfunction. To avoid such chine Cleaner for Dishwashers online faults and reduce odours, we recom- at https://www.siemens-home.bsh- mend cleaning your appliance at reg- group.com/store or from customer ular intervals. service.
  • Page 40: Filter System

    en Cleaning and servicing ¡ Make sure that there are no alu- 17.5 Filter system minium parts, e.g. extractor hood The filter system removes coarse grease filters or aluminium pans, in soiling from the dishwashing cycle. the interior of the appliance. ¡ If you have not run Machine Care after 3 washing cycles, the indic- ator for Machine Care will go out automatically.
  • Page 41: Cleaning Spray Arms

    Cleaning and servicing en Pull down the micro filter to re- Insert the filter system into the ap- move. pliance and turn the coarse filter clockwise. Make sure that the arrow mark- ‒ ings match up. Press the locking catches gether and lift the coarse filter out ⁠...
  • Page 42 en Cleaning and servicing Pull up the lower spray arm to re- Check the outlet nozzles on the move. spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any for- eign bodies. Insert the lower spray arm. a The spray arm clicks into position. Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    This will avoid unneces- sary costs. Tip: You can find further information and explanations on troubleshooting on- line by scanning the QR code in the table of contents and on our website siemens-home.bsh-group.com . WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous.
  • Page 44 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Display for water sup- Re-insert the filter in the supply hose. ply lights up Screw the water connection back on. Check the water connection for leaks. Restore the power supply. Switch the appliance on. Wastewater hose is blocked or kinked. Reposition the wastewater hose without kinks.
  • Page 45 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. 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 ‒...
  • Page 46 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 40 Engage the filters. Washing programme selected too weak. Select a more intensive washing programme. ▶ → "Programmes", Page 18 Tableware has been precleaned too intensely.
  • Page 47 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. ▶...
  • Page 48: Clean Wastewater Pump

    en Transportation, storage and disposal Insert the pump cover and press 18.1 Clean wastewater pump down ⁠ . Large remnants of food or foreign bodies can block the waste water pump. As soon as the rinsing water no longer drains properly, the waste water pump must be cleaned.
  • Page 49: Protect Appliance From Frost

    Customer Service en 19.2 Protect appliance from 19.4 Disposing of old appli- frost ance If there is a risk of frost where the ap- Valuable raw materials can be re- pliance will be standing, e.g. in a holi- used by recycling. day home, empty the appliance com- pletely.
  • Page 50: Product Number (E-Nr.), Production Number (Fd) And Consecutive Numbering (Z-Nr.)

    en Customer Service Customer Service for a period of at 20.2 AQUA-STOP guarantee least 10 years from the date on In addition to warranty claims against which your appliance was placed on the seller under the purchase agree- the market within the European Eco- ment and in addition to our manufac- nomic Area.
  • Page 51 Technical specifications en 21 Technical specifications Weight Max.: 60 kg Voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz or 60 Hz Power rating 2000 - 2400 W Fuse 10 - 16 A Water pressure ¡ min. 50 kPa (0.5 bar) ¡ max. 1000 kPa (10 bar) Inlet rate Min. 10 l/min Water temperature Cold water. Hot water max.: 60 °C Capacity 13 place settings You can find more information about...
  • Page 52 BSH Hausgeräte GmbH hereby de- A detailed Declaration of Conformity clares that the appliance with Home can be found online at siemens- Connect functionality conforms to the home.bsh-group.com/uk/ among the essential requirements and other rel- additional documents on the product evant provisions of Directive page for your appliance.
  • Page 56 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 Manufactured by BSH Hausgeräte GmbH under the trademark licence of Siemens AG *9001758419* 9001758419 (030201) 650 E5...

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