Brand: SIEMENS
Category: Dishwasher
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for 55M580
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:18 p.m.
Warranty Information
Our warranty does not cover defective supply lines or fittings up to the Aqua-Stop connection on the tap.
Washing dishes
Programme selection: Identify the most suitable programme by comparing crockery type, food remnants, and their condition with the programme overview. Consult the introduction for appropriate programme information.
Reduce costs: For small loads, a lower temperature programme may suffice. Programme specifications vary based on dish amount, water supply, temperature, pressure, ambient temperature, and mains voltage.
Aqua sensor: This optical sensor measures water turbidity to optimize rinsing, potentially saving water and energy.
Switching the dishwasher ON: Turn on the tap, set the main switch to ON. The last selected programme will run unless another is chosen. The display shows the expected duration, and the programme starts automatically.
Programme sequence indicator: Symbols indicate cleaning, rinsing, and drying phases.
Remaining running time display: Shows the expected programme time, which can vary based on conditions.
Time delay: Delay programme start in 1-hour steps up to 24 hours.
End of programme: Indicated by '0:00' on the display.
Switching the dishwasher OFF: Set main switch to OFF, turn off the tap. Remove dishes when cooled. Open door fully to prevent worktop damage.
Interrupting the programme: Switch off the main switch. The programme is saved. Special considerations apply if the appliance is hot or connected to warm water.
Terminating the programme (Reset): Press specific buttons simultaneously for approx. 3 sec. Display shows '0:00', programme sequence lasts approx. 1 min.
Changing the programme: Can be changed within minutes while the appliance is on. Already started sections will complete.
Intensive drying: Final rinse operates at higher temperature for improved drying (caution with fragile items).
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problems | Possible Causes | Remedies |
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| when the appliance is switched on | The appliance does not start. | - The mains fuse has tripped. - The appliance plug has not been inserted. - The appliance door has not been shut properly. - The tap has not been turned on. |
| The filter on the water supply hose is blocked. | Switch off the appliance, pull out the mains plug, turn off the tap. Clean the filter at the supply hose connection. Restore power, turn on the tap, switch on the appliance. | |
| with the appliance itself | Lower spray arm rotates with difficulty | - Spray arm is blocked by small items or food remains. |
| Lid in detergent compartment cannot be closed | - Detergent compartment has been overfilled. - Mechanism is clogged with remnants of detergent. |
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| Indicator lamps do not extinguish after washing has finished | - Main switch is still set to ON. | |
| Remnants of detergent stuck inside dispenser | - Compartment was damp when filled. - Compartment must be dry before adding detergent. |
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| Refill display does not light up. | - Rinse aid refill indicator switched off (see auto 3in1 chapter). - Salt refill indicator switched off (see auto 3in1 chapter). |
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| Water remains inside appliance after programme has ended | - Blockage or kink in drainage hose. - Pump is jammed. - Filters are blocked. - The programme is still running (wait for '0' on display). - Perform "Reset" function. |
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| during washing | Unusual amount of foam is created | - Normal washing up liquid poured into rinse-aid container. - Remove spilled rinse aid with a cloth. |
| Appliance stops suddenly while washing is taking place | - Cut in electricity supply to appliance. - Water supply has been interrupted. |
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| Knocking sound can be heard while washing is taking place | - A spray arm is knocking against the dishes inside the appliance. | |
| Rattling sound can be heard while washing is taking place | - Crockery has not been stacked properly inside the appliance. | |
| Knocking sound coming from inlet valves | - Caused by water pipe installation; no effect on function; no remedy. | |
| with the dishes, cutlery, etc. | Remnants of food are stuck to the dishes, cutlery, etc. | - Dishwasher not loaded properly. - Too many items in the rack. - Items in the rack touching. - Not enough detergent. - Programme not intensive enough. - Spray arm rotation obstructed. - Spray arm nozzles blocked. - Filters blocked. - Filters incorrectly fitted. - Waste-water pump jammed. |
| Plastic items are discoloured | - Not enough detergent added to dispenser. | |
| White stains are left on crockery, glasses have a milky appearance | - Not enough detergent. - Amount of rinse-aid too low. - Water is hard, no salt. - Water softener set too low. - Salt container lid not screwed tight. - If using phosphate-free detergent, try one with phosphates. |
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| Dishes, cutlery, etc. have not been dried | - Programme did not include drying function. - Amount of rinse-aid set too low. - Items removed too soon. |
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| Glasses have a dull appearance | - Amount of rinse-aid set too low. | |
| Tea stains or traces of lipstick have not been completely removed | - Detergent lacks bleaching effect. - Washing temperature too low. |
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| Traces of rust on cutlery | - Cutlery not rustproof. - Salt content too high. - Salt container lid not screwed tight. - Too much salt spilt while filling. |
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| Glasses become clouded and discoloured; coating cannot be wiped off | - Unsuitable detergent was used. - Glasses are not dishwasher-proof. |
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| Smears left behind on glasses and cutlery; glasses have acquired a metallic appearance | - Amount of rinse-aid set too high. |