Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made to
high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to read
these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the appliance
and get the best use out of it.
Please follow the safety precautions.
Modifications
Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appliance
at the time these operating instructions went to press. The right to make technical modifications for the purpose of the further development of the appliance
is reserved.
Validity
The product family (model number) corresponds to the first alphanumerics on
the identification plate. These operating instructions apply to:
ModelTypeProduct familySize system
Adora 55 SGS55Sdi41014SMS 55
Adora 55 SGS55SVi41025SMS 55
Adora 55 SGS55SGdi41028SMS 55
Adora 55 SGS55SGVi41027SMS 55
Adora 60 SGS60Sdi41010EURO 60
Adora 60 SGS60SVi41035EURO 60
Adora 60 SGS60SGdi41037EURO 60
Adora 60 SGS60SGVi41036EURO 60
Variations depending on the model are noted in the text.
Denotes important safety precautions.
Failure to observe said precautions can result in injury or in damage to the appliance or fittings!
Information and precautions that should be observed.
Information on disposal
Information about the operating instructions
▸ Indicates step-by-step instructions.
– Describes how the appliance reacts to the steps taken.
▪ Indicates a list.
5
Page 6
1 Safety precautions
1.2 General safety precautions
▪ Read the operating instructions before using the appliance for
the first time!
▪ This appliance can be used by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and/or knowledge, provided they are supervised or have been instructed on the safe use of the appliance and have understood the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be undertaken by children without supervision.
▪ If an appliance is not equipped with a mains cable and a plug
or other means for disconnecting from the mains with a contact opening on each pole complying with the conditions of
overvoltage category III for full isolation, an isolating device
must be incorporated into the permanently installed electrical
installation in accordance with the installation regulations.
▪ If the mains cable of this appliance is damaged, it must be re-
placed by the manufacturer or its Customer Services or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
6
Page 7
1 Safety precautions
1.3 Appliance-specific safety precautions
▪ The appliance is only suitable for washing household dishes
and cutlery with water and standard dishwasher detergent.
The appliance is for use in the home and for the intended purpose only. No liability is assumed for any damage caused by
improper or incorrect use.
▪ Children under 3 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
▪ Under no circumstances use a steam cleaner to clean this ap-
pliance.
▪ Ensure that any ventilation openings in the base of the appli-
ance are not obstructed by carpet.
▪ Only leave the appliance door open in the at-rest position. An
open appliance door poses a danger of tripping or injury! Do
not sit or rest on the appliance door or use it as a storage
surface.
▪ CAUTION: Knives and other objects with sharp points must be
placed into the basket with the points facing downwards or be
laid down horizontally in the basket.
▪ CAUTION: Do not drop or insert any knives, forks or other
pointed objects into the door lock opening.
▪ Ensure no cleaning agent gets into the door lock opening.
This can cause the door lock to malfunction.
7
Page 8
1 Safety precautions
1.4 Instructions for use
Before using for the first time
▪ The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in
accordance with the separate installation instructions. Have a qualified fitter/
electrician carry out the necessary work.
The appliance was tested with water before being shipped. There may
therefore still be traces of water left in the appliance.
Correct use
▪ Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any
electrically live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or a similarly qualified person. Repairs if carried out incorrectly may cause serious injury, damage to the appliance and fittings, as
well as affect the functioning of the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly or in case of a repair order, follow the instructions given in the
«Service & Support» section. Please contact our Customer Services if necessary.
▪ Use original spare parts only.
▪ Retain these operating instructions for future reference.
Children in the home
▪ The water in the appliance is not to be used as drinking water. Detergent
residue in the appliance could cause eye or skin irritation! Keep children
away from the open appliance.
Note on use
Switching off the power to the appliance disables the built-in overflow protection system.
Dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely
dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and
keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open.
Check that the detergent receptable is empty after completion of the
wash cycle.
▪ Use the childproof locking facility.
8
Page 9
1 Safety precautions
▪ If the appliance is visibly damaged, do not use it. Contact our Customer
Services.
▪ If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the power sup-
ply immediately.
▪ Before closing the appliance door and starting a programme ensure that
there are no foreign objects or pets in the appliance. Foreign objects, such
as nails and paper clips, can damage parts of the appliance as well as the
dishes.
▪ Only use detergent, rinse agent and regeneration salt explicitly recommen-
ded for use with your appliance by the manufacturer in its instructions for
use. Follow the corresponding instructions for use carefully.
▪ Do not use the appliance without any or too little detergent – risk of causing
damage to the appliance!
▪ Do not use washing-up liquid as it can cause excessive foaming, causing
your appliance to malfunction.
▪ After filling the salt reservoir, run the programme without dishes.
▪ Never fill the rinse agent reservoir or the regeneration salt reservoir with de-
tergent. If this were to happen, however, do not operate the appliance under
any circumstances, as this could cause expensive damage to it. Call Customer Services.
▪ Never operate the appliance without the filter system in place.
▪ Only use soft materials for cleaning beneath the filter system. Never use
metal objects for cleaning.
Caution: Risk of burns!
▪ Do not wash objects that are soiled with inflammable or corrosive solvent,
paint, wax, chemicals (acids or bases) or iron chippings or that can shed
fibres in the appliance.
▪ Avoid opening the appliance door unnecessarily during operation. The
dishes and water may be hot – scalding hazard! The steam that escapes
can damage wood combination fascias. Spectacles can steam up, impairing your vision.
Caution: Risk of injury!
▪ Do not lean on any part of the appliance – risk of accident!
▪ Keep pets away from the appliance.
9
Page 10
1 Safety precautions
Caution: Risk to life!
▪ Packaging material, e.g. plastic film and polystyrene, can be dangerous for
children. Danger of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children.
How to avoid damaging the appliance
▪ Turn off the water tap during longer absences.
▪ Please note: The appliance must be connected to the mains supply to en-
sure appliance protection (overflow protection, among other things).
The door must not be closed when appears in the display,
otherwise the door opener can get damaged.
Refill the salt reservoir with regeneration salt when the refill in-
dicator illuminates, even if using detergent.
▪ Transport the appliance in an upright position only! Transporting it in any
other position will result in damage to the appliance! When carried carefully
without being shaken, the appliance may be tilted a maximum of 90° to the
left (viewed from the front).
10
Page 11
1 Safety precautions
Front
FrontBack
Front,
upside downSide
Front
11
Page 12
2 Disposal
Packaging
▪ All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS))
are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed
of in an environmentally friendly way.
Disconnection
▪ Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to
be carried out by a qualified electrician!
Safety
▪ Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, espe-
cially through children playing.
▪ Pull the plug out of the mains socket or have the appliance disconnected
from the mains by an electrician. Then cut the mains cable off flush with the
appliance.
▪ Remove or disable the lock on the appliance door.
Disposal
▪ The old appliance should not be discarded as worthless rubbish. If dis-
posed of correctly, the raw materials can be recovered for recycling.
▪ The symbol on the identification plate warns that the appliance may not
be disposed of in normal household waste.
▪ The appliance must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations on
waste disposal. For more information on the handling, disposal and recycling of the product, please contact the local authorities, the local recycling
facilities for household waste or the retailer from whom you purchased the
appliance.
12
Page 13
3 Your appliance
3.1 Appliance description
▪ Load capacity
– 12 international place settings (SMS 55)
– 13 international place settings (EURO 60)
▪ 8 programmes
– «Automatic»
– «Quick»
– «Glass»
– «Intensive»
– «Fondue/Raclette»
– «Hygiene»
– «Pre-rinsing»
– «Economy programme»
▪ Additional functions
– «Energy saving»
– «Partial load»
– «Delayed start»
– «Drying Plus»
▪ «All in 1» detergent
▪ Childproof lock
▪ Automatic water softener with limescale sensor
▪ Automatic rinse agent dosage
▪ Hot water connection
▪ Soil sensor
▪ Acoustic signal
13
Page 14
3 Your appliance
1
3
2
4
8
7
6
9
5
10
11
12
3.2 Construction
Spray arm
1
Basket
2
Cutlery basket
3
Rinse agent reservoir
4
Operating and display elements
5
Quick operating instructions
6
Detergent dispenser
7
Salt reservoir
8
Filter system
9
«Small» cutlery basket
10
Digital display on glass panel *
11
Function light *
12
* Depending on model
14
Page 15
3 Your appliance
3.3 Operating and display elements
Programme buttons
Programme selection
Economy programme
End of programme
Additional functions (buttons)
Energy saving
Partial load
Delayed start
Programme symbols
AutomaticFondue/Raclette
QuickHygiene
GlassPre-rinsing
Intensive
Additional functions/indicators (symbols)
Energy saving«All in 1» detergent
Partial loadRinse agent refill indicator
Drying PlusSalt refill indicator
15
Page 16
3 Your appliance
Display (digital display)
Various information appears in the display during the programme selection and the programme sequence:
▪ Programme duration
▪ Programme duration remaining
▪ Delayed start
▪ Childproof lock
▪ Wash temperature during the «Cleaning» phase
▪ Hints and trouble-shooting
Acoustic signal
An acoustic signal is emitted at the end of the programme and in the event of
a malfunction.
Function light *
▪ illuminates during the programme sequence
▪ flashes during the final drying phase
* Depending on model
16
Page 17
4 Programme overview
4.1 Programmes
Automatic
Optimum cleaning results with minimal water and energy consumption. For normal soiling. Not suitable for burned-on or heavily dried-on
soiling.
Quick
Quick programme for light soiling (aperitif dishware and tea and coffee cups and saucers).
Glass
Gentle programme for glasses.
Intensive
For heavy soiling. Particularly suitable for starchy soiling (mashed
potato, rice...).
17
Page 18
4 Programme overview
Fondue/Raclette
For heavy soiling. Particularly suitable for burned-on soiling (fondue
and raclette pans, gratin dishes...). Only use dishwasher-safe fondue
pans. Add detergent to the pre-rinsing compartment to improve the
cleaning results.
Hygiene
Where hygiene requirements are high (baby bottles, cutting
boards...), items can be cleaned at a higher temperature. Clean the
filter system before starting the programme. For cleaning the appliance and the water outlet thoroughly.
Pre-rinsing
To prevent soiling drying on if intending to start a programme later.
18
Economy programme
Most efficient programme in terms of water and energy consumption
for normally soiled tableware (declaration programme).
Page 19
4 Programme overview
4.2 Additional functions
Energy saving
Reduces the wash temperature during cleaning by 5°C, providing
energy savings of about 10% and gentle washing for glassware.
Partial load
With partial load, the programme is adapted to the smaller load. The
quantity of water is reduced significantly, saving between 1and6l of
water.
With the additional «Partial load» function, the programme duration is
shortened by up to 30minutes.
Delayed start
The delayed start allows you to wash during off-peak hours (e.g. at
off-peak electricity rates). A delayed start of between 1 and 24 hours
can be set. The delayed start duration last entered is shown as a
suggestion.
19
Page 20
5 User settings
5.1 Adjusting user settings
User settings can only be changed when no programme is running. The procedure is generally the same for all settings.
Changing user settings
▸ Hold the button depressed for 5 seconds.
– Display:
▸ Press the button repeatedly until the required setting appears in the dis-
play.
– Display: (example)
▸ To change, press the button.
– Display: (example)
– The setting is accepted.
Exiting user settings
▸ Press the button repeatedly until the display goes out.
If no button is pressed within about 15 seconds, the user settings are
saved and the display goes out.
20
Page 21
5 User settings
Hold the button depressed for 5 seconds
* Factory setting
All in 1
Off *
On
Off *
On
French degree of water hardness *
German degree of water hardness
Automatic *
0–5 °fH
6–10 °fH
Automatic *
Off
Level 1
81–120 °fH
Level 12
Off *
On
Off *
On
°C *
°F
Childproof lock
Water hardness unit
Water hardness
Acoustic signal
Rinse agent dosage
Automatic *
0–3 °dH
4–6 °dH
46–65 °dH
Hot water connection
Temperature unit
No *
Yes
Factory settings
Off
Low *
High
Drying Plus
Off
On *
Automatic door opening
Possible settings
The following diagram gives an overview of the possible user settings.
21
Page 22
5 User settings
5.2 Acoustic signal
An acoustic signal is emitted at the end of a
programme and if the appliance malfunctions.
It can be set at one of three levels («Off», «Low», «High»).
In the event of a malfunction, an acoustic signal is emitted even if it is set
to off.
If a delayed start has been set, no acoustic signal is emitted at the
end of the programme.
Changing the loudness (see page 20)
5.3 «All in 1» detergent
The «All in 1» setting adapts the programme
for use with detergent with integrated salt and
rinse agent function in an optimal way.
If the or refill indicators illuminate, still refill with regeneration salt or rinse agent.
▪ products can only be used up to a certain water hardness.
▪ The duration of very short programmes is extended because detergent
takes longer to dissolve.
Setting for «All in 1» detergent (see page 20)
5.4 Childproof lock
The childproof lock prevents a programme
from being started accidentally.
When the childproof lock is on, a programme can only be started by pressing
two buttons simultaneously.
Setting the childproof lock (see page 20)
22
Page 23
5 User settings
5.5 Water hardness
The built-in water softener removes limescale from the water, enabling problem-free cleaning. Automatic regeneration occurs at regular intervals, thus
guaranteeing its effectiveness.
Your appliance is equipped with an automatic limescale sensor. Configuring
the level of water hardness is therefore not necessary. The appliance automatically starts the regeneration process at the right time.
After regeneration, the next programme starts by rinsing out the water softener
by pumping water through it and draining simultaneously.
For hygiene reasons, regeneration salt is also recommended for use with low
water hardness and detergents.
For information on the level of water hardness in your area, contact
your local water authority.
The unit of water hardness can be set to the
French degree of water hardness (°fH) or the
German degree of water hardness (°dH).
Setting the water hardness unit (see page 20)
The water hardness setting can be changed to
suit local conditions.
Setting the water hardness (see page 20)
The water softener is deactivated at level 0‑5 °fH or 0‑3 °dH.
Levels of water hardness
Possible settings in °fH (French degree of water hardness)
LevelAuto5 101520253035405060708099
°fHAuto-
matic0–
6
11
16
21
26
31
36
41
51
61
71
81
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
50
60
70
80
99*
–
23
Page 24
5 User settings
Possible settings in °dH (German degree of water hardness)
LevelAuto36912 141619222732384565
°dHAuto-
matic0–
* 99 corresponds to the maximum level of water hardness of 120°fH.
4
7
10
13
15
17
20
23
28
33
39
46
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
3
6
9
12
14
16
19
22
27
32
38
45
65
Settings for external ion exchanger (water softener)
The appliance must be set up for a 0-5 °fH level of hardness if:
▪ the hardness of the water intake is 40 °fH or above before passing through
the ion exchanger.
Ensure that the water used in the appliance passes through the ion
exchanger. Otherwise no settings have to be made. The appliance
automatically adjusts to the water hardness.
5.6 Rinse agent dosage
The rinse agent dosage is automatically adjusted to the load level and the water hardness.
If the drying result is unsatisfactory, then the dosage can be switched off
manually («Off» setting) or set to one of 12 levels.
▪ If the dishes are still wet or there are water spots, set the dosage to level 6
or higher.
▪ If the dishes are streaky, set the dosage to level 3.
Setting the rinse agent dosage (see page 20)
5.7 Drying Plus
The temperature is increased during the drying
phase. This extends the duration of the drying
phase.
24
Page 25
5 User settings
Setting Drying Plus (see page 20)
5.8 Hot water connection
The available hot water is used optimally.
If the water intake is still too cold, a short pre-rinse is carried out. The cleaning phase with hot water follows. If the additional energy saving function is selected, the water is heated up further electrically to only a minimum temperature, reducing energy consumption further.
Setting the hot water (see page 20)
5.9 Temperature unit
The unit of temperature can be set to degrees
Celsius [°C] or degrees Fahrenheit [°F].
Changing the unit of temperature (see page 20)
5.10 Automatic door opening
The automatic door opening provides optimum
drying results with low energy consumption.
The appliance door automatically opens slightly during the drying or final drying phases. The automatic door opening can be switched off, which extends
the duration of the programme by around 10 minutes.
Setting the automatic door opening (see page 20)
5.11 Factory settings
The factory settings can be restored.
Restoring factory settings (see page 20)
25
Page 26
6 Operation
6.1 Preparing the appliance
Opening the appliance door
▸ Pull the door handle forwards.
– Any programme that is running will be automatic-
ally interrupted.
Before using for the first time
▸ Switch the power on.
▸ Turn on the water tap.
▸ Fill the salt reservoir with approximately 1.0l water and 1kg regeneration
salt.
For hygiene reasons, regeneration salt is also recommended for use with
low water hardness and detergents.
▸ Wipe away excess salt on the edge of the salt reservoir.
▸ Fill the rinse agent reservoir with rinse agent.
▸ Run the programme without dishes to protect the appliance from corro-
sion from any excess salt and to remove factory-related grease deposits.
On initial use, the refill indicator can remain illuminated for several
wash cycles.
goes out when the salt concentration in the reservoir is evenly dis-
tributed (after about 10 wash cycles).
26
Page 27
6 Operation
6.2 Dishwashing tips
Tableware
Not all table- and kitchenware are dishwasher safe.
▪ Handcrafted objects and wooden or plastic parts that are sensitive to heat
or detergent suds should be cleaned by hand.
▪ The printing on glass and porcelain is hard-wearing only to a point and
eventually over time can wear off.
▪ Pottery has a tendency to crack or chip.
▪ Objects made of silver, copper and tin have a tendency to discolour, turning
brown or black.
▪ Stress and tension in thick cut crystal glasses and dishes can cause crack-
ing.
▪ Depending on the type of glassware and the detergent being used, perman-
ent clouding may result. Check with your glassware supplier as to whether
your glassware is dishwasher safe.
▪ Spots tend to form on aluminium. This can affect other items being washed
(spots on porcelain). Aluminium should therefore ideally be washed separately.
▪ Tableware with adhesive labels should not be washed in the dishwasher.
The adhesive labels can clog up the filter system.
General note
▪ To prevent damage to glass and water spots, arrange glasses in such a
way that they do not touch.
▪ Do not overload the baskets.
▪ Load beverage and food containers such as cups, glasses, pots, etc. with
the opening facing downwards so that the water can drain off.
▪ Save energy, water and detergent by loading the appliance to capacity.
▪ When washing range hood grease filters use the maximum amount of deter-
gent.
▸ Select the programme.
27
Page 28
6 Operation
6.3 Loading the baskets
Not all table- and kitchenware are dishwasher safe. Follow the tips
and advice in the 'Dishwashing tips' section.
▸ Remove any coarse or hard pieces of food or foreign objects left on the
dishes.
▸ Make sure no toothpicks get into the appliance. Toothpicks can cause the
filter system to become clogged up.
▸ Dishes, pots and pans with heavily burned-on food debris stuck to them
should be soaked in water first.
▸ After loading the dishes, check that the spray arms can turn freely.
In the following you will find some loading tips to help you get the best results
from your appliance.
28
Page 29
6 Operation
1
2
1
6.4 Loading tips for the upper basket
▸ Pull the upper basket out as far as it will go and load. Arrange smaller items
such as saucers, glasses, cups and dishes.
▸ If using the fold-down racks 1, stagger the items so that the water can reach
the dirty surfaces better.
▸ Rest glasses on the adjustable glass holder 2.
Glass holder
The glass holders 1 are particularly suitable for
tall glasses. They can be folded down or up.
▸ Push the glass holders gently down or, altern-
atively, pull them up until they engage.
29
Page 30
6 Operation
1
1
2.
1.
3
2
1
Racks
The racks 1 can be used as glass holders.
Remove the racks to accommodate tall glasses.
Dismantling/adjusting the height of the racks
The height of the racks is adjustable.
1. Push the rack 1 up by the hooks 2.
2. Push the rack inwards and then out.
▸ Hook the rack in the higher position 3, if re-
quired.
Easy prongs
The easy prongs 1 can be placed over the
prongs anywhere in the basket.
By using the easy prongs, drinking glasses, baby
bottles, sports bottles, vases and carafes can be
placed anywhere in the basket.
Use 2 easy prongs for wider vessels.
30
Page 31
6 Operation
1
1
Fold-down tines
Swing the fold-down tines 1 to the right to create
an additional loading area for cups and glasses.
Adjustable upper basket
The height of the upper basket can be adjusted to 2 or 3 levels by a total of
approximately 2-4cm.* It can be inclined in various ways.
* Depending on model
Raising the upper basket
▸ Hold the upper basket at the sides by the grips
1 and raise it into the position required.
31
Page 32
6 Operation
1
2
Lowering the upper basket
▸ Hold the upper basket at the sides by the grips
1.
▸ Raise the upper basket slightly and press the
button 2 at the same time.
– The locking device is released.
▸ Lower the upper basket into the position re-
quired, release the button and engage the basket.
32
Page 33
6 Operation
6.5 Loading tips for the lower basket
▸ Pull the lower basket out as far as it will go and load.
▸ Load larger items such as plates, bowls, platters, pots and pans.
▸ Load wide dishes (soup plates, lids, etc.) at the back on the right.
Put plastic bowls in the upper basket. If loaded into the lower basket,
they could be lifted by the pressure of the water and could come into
contact with the revolving spray arm.
33
Page 34
6 Operation
1
2
1
Fold-down tines
The tines 1 can be folded down to create a larger
area for loading e.g. large plates, pans, dishes or
a number of cups and glasses.
Cooking trays can be placed between the prongs.
Easy prongs give optimal stability.
In order to fold the tines down, the locking grip 2
at the side must be pulled up.
Easy prongs
The easy prongs 1 can be placed over the
prongs anywhere in the basket.
By using the easy prongs,
drinking glasses, baby bottles, vases and carafes
can be placed anywhere in the basket.
Use 2 easy prongs for wider vessels.
34
Page 35
6 Operation
2
Cleaning baking trays
The upper basket has to be removed for larger
baking trays.
▸ Slide the upper basket out as far as possible.
▸ Remove the basket safety lock 2 by pushing it
upwards.
▸ Pull the upper basket out of its guides.
When the upper basket is put back, the basket safety lock 2 must be returned to the locking position.
▸ Load the baking trays.
– The easy prongs act as a stable prop.
Cutlery basket *
* Depending on model
To avoid injury, place knives and cutlery with sharp edges or
points into the cutlery basket in such a way that they do not stick
out (points facing downwards).
Do not insert any knives, forks or other pointed objects into the
door lock opening or drop them into the opening. Risk of damage
to the appliance.
Knives and cutlery with sharp edges or points may also be placed horizontally in the upper basket.
The cutlery basket may be placed over the easy prongs anywhere in the lower
basket.
35
Page 36
6 Operation
1
▸ Put cutlery loosely in the cutlery basket, with
handles pointing down. Make sure no spoons
are sticking together.
The inserts 1 supplied prevent items of cutlery
sticking together, water spots during drying, and
smaller items (e.g. mocha spoons) slipping
through the basket.
▸ Fit the inserts to the cutlery basket.
When closing the appliance door, ensure no items of cutlery are sticking
out of the tub or are trapped. The leak tightness of the appliance cannot
otherwise be assured.
36
Page 37
6 Operation
1
2
6.6 Adding the detergent
Ensure no cleaning agent gets into the door lock opening.
This can cause the door lock to malfunction.
Powder
▸ Open the detergent dispenser by pushing the re-
lease catch in the direction of the arrow.
▸ Add the detergent to the detergent compart-
ment.
▪ For dosage, follow the detergent manufacturer’s
instructions.
▪ Observe the «20 and 30ml» level marks 1.
▪ For heavier soiling, add approximately 1 table-
spoon of detergent to the pre-rinsing compartment 2.
▸ Close the cover.
37
Page 38
6 Operation
3
Tabs
▸ Place the tab 3 flat in the detergent compart-
ment.
Choice of detergent
Do not use washing-up liquid. It can cause excessive foaming,
causing your appliance to malfunction.
Follow the dosage instructions printed on the detergent package carefully. Using too high a dosage can cause damage to the appliance.
▸ Only use detergent specially formulated for dishwashers.
▪ The detergent manufacturer’s advice centre will gladly help with any prob-
lems (e.g. detergent dosage).
▪ Tabs may not dissolve properly at a wash temperature of below 55°C, af-
fecting the cleaning performance of the appliance.
Using combination cleaning products ( tabs/powder)
If using combination cleaning products, which should render the use of rinse
agent and regeneration salt superfluous, please observe the following tips:
▪ Use the user settings to adapt the programmes and displays to suit
the detergent.
If the or refill indicators illuminate, the regeneration salt or
rinse agent should still be refilled.
▪ If, after washing and drying, the results are not satisfactory, use conven-
tional cleaning products. Refill the regeneration salt and rinse agent reser-
voirs. Change the user settings to . For complaints, please contact
the detergent manufacturer.
38
Page 39
6 Operation
6.7 Selecting a programme
▸ Press the button repeatedly until the required programme symbol
flashes.
If appears in the display, the childproof lock is activated. For
next steps, see 'Operation with childproof lock activated' (see page
44).
▸ Close the appliance door.
– The programme starts immediately.
– The function light illuminates. *
If the appliance door is not closed within 15 seconds of selecting a programme, all entries, symbols and the display are cleared. A 2×acoustic
signal is also emitted. It is necessary to make a new programme selection.
Press the button at any time to cancel the programme selected.
6.8 Selecting the economy programme
▸ With the appliance switched off, press the button.
– flashes.
▸ Close the appliance door.
– The programme starts immediately.
– The function light illuminates. *
* Depending on model
39
Page 40
6 Operation
6.9 Selecting additional functions
After selecting a programme, it is possible – within 15 seconds and while the
programme symbol is flashing – to select additional functions.
▸ Press the additional function button.
– illuminates (example).
▸ Close the appliance door.
– The programme starts immediately.
It is not possible to select the additional function together with the
and programmes.
6.10 Saving additional functions
When an additional function is saved, it is automatically active during programme selection.
▸ Select programme.
▸ Hold the additional function button depressed for 5 seconds.
– The selection is saved.
▸ Depress the button again for 5 seconds to clear the saved function.
The corresponding symbol flashes briefly and an acoustic signal is
emitted to confirm that the additional function has been saved or
deselected.
40
Page 41
6 Operation
6.11 Delayed start
The delayed start allows you to wash during off-peak hours (e.g. at off-peak
electricity rates). The setting range lies between 1 and 24 hours. The delayed
start duration last entered is shown as a suggestion.
Setting
▸ Select a programme and the additional «Delayed start» function.
▸ Press the button repeatedly until the required delayed start period ap-
pears in the display, e.g. .
▸ Close the appliance door.
– The display goes dark. *
– The countdown to the set delayed start begins.
Dishes can be loaded at any time during the delayed start.
When the set delayed start period is up, the programme selected starts automatically.
No acoustic signal is emitted at the end of the programme.
* Depending on model
Clearing
▸ Open the appliance door.
▸ Repeatedly press or hold down the button until the delayed start is
cleared and the programme phase is displayed.
▸ Close the appliance door.
– The programme selected starts.
41
Page 42
6 Operation
6.12 Interrupting a programme
The dishes and water may be hot – scalding hazard!
▸ Open the appliance door carefully.
– The programme is interrupted.
– The programme symbol flashes.
When the appliance door is closed – in the case of higher water temperatures – noise from the pump switching on and off up to 5times
with short pauses in between may be heard. During this phase, temperature equalization takes place.
6.13 Aborting a programme
The dishes and water may be hot – scalding hazard!
▸ Open the appliance door carefully.
– The programme is interrupted.
– The programme symbol flashes.
▸ Hold the button depressed for 2 seconds.
– The water is pumped off.
– Display:
– A 5× acoustic signal is emitted.
– The display and symbols go out.
42
Page 43
6 Operation
6.14 End of programme
The door must not be closed when appears in the display,
otherwise the door opener can get damaged.
– A 5× acoustic signal is emitted at the end of the programme.
– If the appliance door remains closed, final drying starts:
– The display illuminates or the function light flashes for up to
90minutes.*
– Three long acoustic signals are emitted at the end of the final drying
phase.
The appliance door opens automatically during the drying or final drying
phases. For optimal drying results, the tableware should not be unloaded
until the displays go out. After the final drying phase, the appliance
enters the energy-saving stand-by mode.
* Depending on model
Unloading
▸ Unload the appliance.
Unload the lower basket first.
▸ Periodically check the filter system and clean if necessary.
43
Page 44
6 Operation
6.15 Operation with childproof lock activated
When the childproof lock is activated, before a programme can be selected
the childproof lock has to be overridden by pressing two buttons at the same
time. After 'Accessing programme selection', the next steps (as described in
the previous sections) can be carried out.
Accessing programme selection
▸ Open the appliance door.
– Display:
▸ Hold the button (the button for the economy programme) depressed
and at the same time press the button.
– The childproof lock has been overridden.
The appliance can now be operated without further regard to the childproof lock.
44
Page 45
7 Care and maintenance
7.1 Cleaning the interior
Using the correct dosage of detergent will automatically clean the interior of
the appliance. We recommend cleaning the appliance twice a year with dishwasher cleaner.
Follow the directions for use for dishwasher cleaner carefully. Most dishwasher cleaners work more effectively at higher temperatures. We there-
fore recommend using the programme.
7.2 Cleaning the exterior
▸ Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents.
▸ Do not use scouring pads, wire wool, etc. - damage to the surface.
▸ Remove any soiling or excess cleaning solution immediately.
▪ Detergent: washing-up liquid, glass cleaner
▸ Clean the surfaces with a soft, damp cloth only – for metal surfaces rub in
the direction of the polish lines. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
▸ Clean the operating panel with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
▪ Detergent: washing-up liquid, glass cleaner
▸ From time to time, clean the seal and edges of the appliance door with a
soft, damp cloth.
45
Page 46
7 Care and maintenance
2
1
3
1
1
2
7.3 Cleaning the filter system
Only use soft materials for cleaning beneath the filter system. Never
use metal objects for cleaning.
If inserted incorrectly, the filter system can cause the appliance to
malfunction.
A dirty filter system can cause unsatisfactory cleaning results and affect the
water outlet. Therefore, periodically check and clean the filter system.
▸ Open the appliance door and pull out the lower
basket.
▸ Release the filter system by turning fine filter
grip 1 in an anti-clockwise direction and remove.
▸ Open the coarse filer 2 by pressing on closing
lug 3 and clean the filter system under running
water using a brush.
▸ Remove any coarse debris.
▸ Replace the filter system and turn the fine filter
1 as far as it will go in a clockwise direction.
7.4 Cleaning the spray arms
If the cleaning performance is unsatisfactory or if dishwasher detergent is being left behind, then the nozzles in the spray arms may be clogged.
Upper spray arm
▸ Remove the upper basket.
▸ Release bayonet fastener 1 in an anti-clockwise
direction and remove.
▸ Remove the spray arm 2 from the shaft and
rinse well under running water.
▸ Check the nozzles.
46
Page 47
7 Care and maintenance
3
Lower spray arm
▸ Hold the spray arm 3 in the middle and pull
hard upwards.
▸ Rinse the spray arm well under running water.
▸ Check the nozzles.
Clean the filter system and the coarse filter at the same time. See 'Cleaning the filter system'.
7.5 Filling with regeneration salt
Never fill the salt reservoir with detergent!
When the supply of rinse agent is exhausted, the refill indicator illuminates
during programme selection and at the end of the programme.
▸ Open the appliance door and pull out or re-
move the lower basket.
▸ Open the cover on the salt reservoir by lifting
up the grip.
▸ When using for the first time, fill with approxim-
ately 1.0l water. Then fill with 1kg standard regeneration salt. The drain pump may come on
briefly.
▸ Wipe away any excess salt around the edge of
the salt reservoir.
▸ Close the cover by firmly pressing down until it
engages.
▸ Run the programme without dishes to
protect the appliance from corrosion from
any excess salt.
On initial use, the refill indicator can remain illuminated for several
wash cycles. goes out when the salt concentration in the reservoir is
evenly distributed (after approximately 10 wash cycles).
47
Page 48
7 Care and maintenance
Approximate consumption of regeneration salt
A = Hardness of the water supply
B = Number of wash cycles per kg of salt
0
6
11
16
21
26
31
36
41
51
61
71
–
80
39
–
45
81
–
99
46
–
65
A °fH
°dH
B
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
50
60
70
0
4
7
10
13
15
17
20
23
28
33
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
3
6
9
12
14
16
19
22
27
32
38
∞ 680 360 250 150 125 1008560 45 352820
7.6 Filling with rinse agent
Never fill the rinse agent reservoir with detergent.
Wipe away any spilt rinse agent (risk of foaming and error mes-
sages , ).
Follow the manufacturer’s safety instructions and warnings.
Rinse agent prevents water spotting after final rinsing (rinsing with rinse
agent). The rinse agent is dosed automatically from the reservoir in the appliance door.
When the supply of rinse agent is exhausted, the refill indicator illuminates
during programme selection and at the end of the programme.
▸ Open the rinse agent reservoir by pushing the
release catch in the direction of the arrow.
▸ Fill with rinse agent up to the «max.» mark
(1.3dl suffices for about 35 wash cycles).
▸ Close the cover.
▸ Wipe away any spilt rinse agent.
48
Page 49
7 Care and maintenance
1
2
3
7.7 Water inlet filter, cleaning
Have the water inlet filter cleaned by experts only. If carried out incorrectly, there is a risk of flooding!
The built-in water inlet filter can become blocked by limescale deposits, rust or
foreign objects.
This can lead to a error message.
▸ Turn off the water tap.
▸ Loosen the connection 1.
▸ Remove the water inlet filter 2 using pointed
pliers and then clean or replace.
▸ Clean the seal 3.
▸ Replace the water inlet filter 2 and seal 3.
Tighten the connection 1 on the water tap.
▸ Turn on the water tap and check for leaks.
49
Page 50
8 Trouble-shooting
8.1 What to do if …
This section lists faults that can be solved simply by following the instructions
given. If another fault is displayed or the fault cannot be remedied, please call
Customer Services.
Please note down the error message and the serial number (FN) before
calling Customer Services.
Malfunction warning indicated by acoustic signal
▪ In the event of a malfunction, an acoustic signal is emitted for 1minute.
▪ Malfunction warnings are indicated by an acoustic signal even if the acous-
tic signal is switched off in the 'User settings'.
▪ Detailed information on any current malfunction appears in the display.
... in the display appears
Possible causeSolution
▪ High-foaming detergent
was used.
▪ Spilt rinse agent.
▪ Washing-up liquid was
used.
▸ Wipe away spilt rinse agent with a cloth.
▸ Get rid of the foam with approximately 1dl
vinegar.
▸ Cancel the error message by pressing the
button.
50
▸ Select the programme.
Page 51
8 Trouble-shooting
... in the display appears
Possible causeSolution
▪ Filter system is blocked.
▪ Drain hose is bent or
kinked.
▪ Drain pump or siphon is
blocked.
▸ Clean the filter system.
▸ Fix the problem.
▸ Cancel the error message by pressing the
button.
▸ Restart the programme.
▪ Excessive foaming due to
rinse agent spillage.
... in the display appears
Possible causeSolution
▪ Water tap is turned off.
▪ Water inlet filter is
blocked.
▪ Interruption in water sup-
ply.
▸ Fix problem or wait until water supply is re-
stored.
▸ Cancel the error message by pressing the
button.
▸ Restart the programme.
▪ Water pressure is too low.
… / alternate
Possible causeSolution
▪ Water intake is hotter than
79°C (hot water connec-
▸ Have a plumber reduce the temperature of
the water intake.
tion).
51
Page 52
8 Trouble-shooting
… / alternate
Possible causeSolution
▪ Various situations can
lead to a «F...» message.
▸ Cancel the error message by pressing the
button.
If the error message persists:
▸ Switch the power supply off for about 1
minute.
▸ Switch the power supply back on again.
▸ Cancel the error message by pressing the
button.
▸ Restart the programme.
▸ If the error appears again, note down the er-
ror message and FN number.
▸ Turn off the water tap and the power supply.
▸ Call Customer Services.
52
Page 53
8 Trouble-shooting
… / alternate
Possible causeSolution
▪ Faulty electrical connec-
tion.
▪ Overvoltage.
▸ Cancel the error message by pressing the
button.
If the error message persists:
▸ Switch the power supply off for about 1
minute.
▸ Switch the power supply back on again.
▸ Cancel the error message by pressing the
button.
▸ Restart the programme.
▸ If the error appears again, note down the er-
ror message and FN number.
▸ Switch the power supply off.
▸ Have the electrical installation checked by
an expert.
... in the display appears
Possible causeSolution
▪ Childproof lock is activ-
ated.
▸ For next steps, see 'Operation with child-
proof lock activated'.
or
▸ To switch the childproof lock off, see 'User
settings'.
53
Page 54
8 Trouble-shooting
... the appliance does not start
▸ Close the appliance door.
▸ Insert the plug into the mains socket.
▸ Check the fuse or circuit breaker.
▸ See the 'Operation with childproof lock activated' section.
Possible causeSolution
▪ «Demo mode» is switched
▸ Open the appliance door.
on.
▸ Hold the and buttons depressed.
▸ Simultaneously press the button.
▸ appears in the display.
▸ Press the button.
– appears in the display.
▸ Press the button.
… the dishes are not clean
▸ Select a more powerful programme.
▸ Load the baskets differently, avoiding blind spots.
▸ Clean the filter system and re-insert correctly.
▸ Check to see whether the spray arms are clogged or dirty.
▸ Use the correct amount of detergent or use a different kind of detergent.
▸ Check the water hardness setting.
▸ Refill the salt reservoir with regeneration salt.
… there is a white film on the dishes
▸ Refill the salt reservoir with regeneration salt and then start the pro-
gramme without any dishes.
▸ Use the correct amount of detergent or use a different kind of detergent.
▸ Refill the rinse agent.
▸ Increase the rinse agent dosage setting.
54
Page 55
8 Trouble-shooting
▸ If not using detergent, must be set in the 'User settings'.
… there are streaks or milky spots on the dishes
▸ Reduce the rinse agent dosage setting.
▸ If not using detergent, must be set in the 'User settings'.
... the dishes are wet and dull or have water marks on them
▸ Refill the rinse agent.
▸ Increase the rinse agent dosage setting.
▸ Do not open the appliance door until the end of the programme when a
long acoustic signal is emitted and the display or function light * goes out.
* Depending on model
▸ If not using detergent, must be set in the 'User settings'.
… there are rust stains on the items being washed
The rust stems from another source e.g. the cutlery, pans, water pipe. The appliance is made of rust-free steel.
▸ After topping up with regeneration salt, select the programme without
dishes.
… the detergent is not fully dissolved
▸ Check to see whether the spray arms are clogged or dirty.
▸ Use a different kind of detergent.
▸ Check the detergent dispenser cover.
... the time display freezes for up to 4minutes at the beginning of the
programme or during the wash cycle
▪ The water softener is being rinsed through after the regeneration process.
▪ The duration of the programme and the time display are being automatically
adjusted to the degree of soiling of the load being washed.
... there is discolouring of the baskets and plastic parts inside the
appliance
Dishes were washed that still had discolouring food leftovers on them (e.g. tomato or curry sauce). The discolouration may fade after a few wash cycles.
55
Page 56
8 Trouble-shooting
… an unpleasant smell tends to come from the appliance
▸ Clean the filter system.
▸ Add detergent and run the programme.
▸ Select a more powerful programme.
▸ Add enough regeneration salt.
8.2 Power failure
A power failure causes:
▪ the programme that is currently running to stop. After the cause of the
power supply failure has been resolved, the programme is resumed.
▪ The fault indication system to be interrupted.
56
Page 57
9 Accessories and spare parts
Please give product family of the appliance and exact description of the accessory or spare part when ordering parts.
Accessories
«Small» cutlery basket
«Large» cutlery basket
Vario cutlery basket insert
Lower basket for glasses
57
Page 58
9 Accessories and spare parts
Cup support
Racks
Set of 4 easy prongs
Spare parts
Seal / water inlet filter for Aquastop
Filter system
58
Page 59
10 Technical data
10.1 Overview
External dimensions
SMS 55SMS 55 Ex-
tra height
Height (with slide
plate) [cm]:
Height (with adjustable
plinth) [cm]:
Width [cm]:54.654.659.659.6
Depth [cm]:57.257.257.257.2
Weight [kg]:42444244
75.982.475.982.4
–84.5–89.078.0–89.884.5–96.3
EURO 60EURO 60
Extra height
Ambient temperature
Minimum ambient temperature: +10°C
Plumbing
Cold or hot water up to 60°C:G¾"
Permitted pressure of water supply:0.1–1.0MPa (1–10bar)
Max. pumping height:1.2m
If the water pressure is too high, a pressure reducer valve must be
fitted.
Electrical connection
▸ See identification plate
Safety concept
Provided power is going to the appliance, the electronic control unit monitors
the appliance. Any malfunction is indicated by error messages.
Overflow protection
In the event of a power failure, the overflow protection system is
rendered ineffective. Hence, the water tap should be turned off during longer periods of non-use.
59
Page 60
10 Technical data
The electronic control unit monitors the water level in the appliance. In the
event of a malfunction, the drain pump turns on, stopping the supply of water
to the appliance.
10.2 Consumption data
V=Pre-rinsingT=Drying
R=CleaningD=Duration
Z=Intermediate rinsingW =Water
G=Rinsing with agentE=Energy
ProgrammeV
[° C]
AutomaticIf re-
quired
QuickNo50Yes55Quick0h29110.75
GlassNo45Yes55Yes0h45 120.80
IntensiveIf re-
quired
Fondue/
Raclette
Hygiene5070Yes70Yes1h40141.60
Pre-rinsingYesNoNoNoNo0h0640.05
Economy
programme
* Duration without final drying time.
Soaking65Yes55Yes2h1514
Yes50No40Yes2h15110.60
R
[° C]
50-60If re-
65Yes55Yes1h4016
ZG
quired
TD *W
[° C]
55Yes0h45
-
1h55
[l]E[kWh]
7
0.60
-
17
1.15
1.20
-
21
1.35
1.35
-
18
1.45
-
-
-
60
Page 61
10 Technical data
10.3 Note for testing institutes
The note for testing institutes can be obtained from the internet:
www.vzug.com/testinstitute.