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DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL

MODEL: SHE4AM, SHE5AM, SHX3AM

GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN ET D’UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE

MODEL: SHE4AM, SHE5AM, SHX3AM

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS

MODEL: SHE4AM, SHE5AM, SHX3AM

9000266262 Rev E 01/08

Congratulations, and Thank You from Bosch!

Thank you for selecting a Bosch dishwasher. You have joined the many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from their dishwashers.

This manual was written with your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained herein is very important. We highly recommend that you read this manual before you use your dishwasher for the first time.

To learn even more about your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many other top-quality Bosch appliances, visit our website at www.boschappliances.com.

Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Call 1-800-944-2904, or write to:

BSH Home Appliances, Corp.

5551 McFadden Avenue

Huntington Beach, CA 92649

Enjoy!

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

....................................................................................................................................................3

Dishwasher Components........................................................................................................................................................................

4

Dishwasher Features and Options........................................................................................................................................................

4 -5

Dishware Materials.................................................................................................................................................................................

6

Preparing and Loading the Dishware....................................................................................................................................................

6 -8

Dishware Preparation ......................................................................................................................................................................

6

Loading the Dishwasher................................................................................................................................................................

7 -8

Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent.....................................................................................................................................................

9 - 10

Operating the Dishwasher...............................................................................................................................................................

10 - 14

Operating the SHX3AM..................................................................................................................................................................

10

Operating the SHE5AM..................................................................................................................................................................

12

Operating the SHE4AM0/1.............................................................................................................................................................

13

Care and Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................................................

14 - 16

Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized..........................................................................................................................................................

16

Self Help..........................................................................................................................................................................................

17 - 19

Customer Service..................................................................................................................................................................................

20

Statement of Warranties.......................................................................................................................................................................

21

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Important Safety Instructions - Save This Information

NOTICE

Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for possible damages or consequences.

Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing cleaning products can damage your dishwasher and may present health hazards!

It is highly recommended for the end use consumer to become familiar with the procedure to shut off the incoming water supply and the procedure to shut off the incoming power supply. See the Installation Instructions or speak with your installer for more information.

WARNING

Misuse of the dishwasher can result in serious injury or death. Do not use the dishwasher in any way not covered in this manual or for any purpose other than those explained on the following pages.

Severeproductdamageand/orinjurycouldresultfromtheuseofunqualifiedservicetechniciansornon-originalreplacementparts. All repairs must be performed by a qualified service technician using only original equipment factory replacement parts.

Electrical shock or fire could result if the electrical supply for the dishwasher covered in this manual is incorrectly installed or if the dishwasher has been improperly grounded. Do not use the dishwasher covered in this manual if you are not certain the electrical supply has been correctly installed or the dishwasher has been properly grounded.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following:

This appliance must be grounded to a metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher. See the Installation Instructions included with this dishwasher for more information on electrical requirements.

Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the washing of household dishware and kitchenware.

This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this Use and Care Manual. Read and understand all instructions before using the dishwasher.

Useonlydetergentsorrinsingagentsrecommendedforusein a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children.

When loading items to be washed:

-Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.

-Load knives and other sharp utensilswiththeirHANDLES UP to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.

Donotwashplasticitemsunlesstheyaremarked“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place.

Do not tamper with or override controls and interlocks.

Donotabuse,siton,orstandonthedoorordishracksofthe dishwasher.

To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.

Whenchildrenbecomeoldenoughtooperatetheappliance, it is the legal responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to ensure that they are instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive. Before using a dishwasher that is connected to a hot water system that has been unused for two weeks or longer, turn on all hot water faucets and let thewaterflowfromeachforseveralminutes.Thiswillrelease any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is explosive, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

Removethedoortothewashingcompartmentwhenremoving an old dishwasher from service or discarding.

Toavoidfloordamageandpossiblemoldgrowth,donotallow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher.

Protect your dishwasher from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible damage to the fill valve. Damage caused by freezing is not covered by the warranty.

When you dispose your old appliance make sure you remove the door or disable the latch.

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Dishwasher Components

Door Gasket

Top Rack

Top Rack

Spray Arm

Bottom Rack

Spray Arm

Bottom Rack

Detergent

Dispenser

Vent

Filter System (in dishwasher floor)

Silverware Basket

Model/Serial Number Label

Rinse Agent

Dispenser

Dishwasher Features and Options

Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, and insulation make this dishwasher one of the quietest in North America.

Nylon Coated Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a five-year warranty.

Flow-Through Heater™: Heats water to a temperature of up to 160°F.

Condensation Drying: A high temperature final rinse, a low temperature stainless steel tub, and the sheeting action of a rinse agent result in drying that is hygienic, energy efficient, and economical.

Filter System: Three filters ensure distribution of clean water and protect the main pump and the drain pump from foreign material.

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Dishwasher Features and Options

Model Number

Control Panel

Design

Audible Cycle

Completion Signal

Clean Light

Refill Rinse Agent

Indicator Light

Sanitize Light

Upper Rack

Flip Tines

Lower Rack

Flip Tines

Child Lock Button

Suspension

Silverware

Basket

Height Adjustable

Upper Rack

Time Remaining

Indicator

SHX3AM

SHE5AM

SHE4AM02

SHE4AM12

Hidden Top

Exposed

Exposed

Exposed

Control

Front

Front

Front

 

Control

Control

Control

yes

no

no

no

yes

no

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

 

 

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

yes

no

yes

no

no

no

yes

yes

yes

 

standard

flexible

standard

standard

no

yes

no

yes

no

yes

no

no

 

 

 

 

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Dishware Materials

NOTE: Before using your dishwasher for the first time, check the information in this section.

Some items are not dishwasher safe and should be hand-washed; others require special loading. Contact the item’s manufacturer if you are unsure about the item’s dishwasher suitability.

Recommended

Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may fade over time. Minerals in your water may causethealuminumtodarkenorspot.Thiscanusuallyberemovedbyusingasoap-filledsteel wool pad.

China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some hand-painted pieces may discolor, fade, or spot. Handwash these pieces. Position fragile glassware so that it will not topple over or contact other pieces during the wash cycle.

Glass: Milk glass may yellow.

Non-Stick Coatings: Apply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick surfaces after drying.

Plastics: Make sure the piece is dishwasher safe.

Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver, and Silver Plate: Place these pieces so that they do not contact dissimilar metals.

Not Recommended

Acrylic: Crazing (small cracks throughout the acrylic) may occur.

Adhesive-Joined Pieces: Adhesives that join materials such as plastic, wood, bone, steel copper, tin, etc. may loosen.

Bone-Handled Utensils: Handles may separate.

Iron: Iron will rust. Hand-wash and dry immediately.

Non-Dishware Items: Your dishwasher is intended for use in cleaning ONLY standard household dishware and kitchenware.

Pewter, Brass, Bronze: Pewter will tarnish. Hand-wash and dry immediately. Tin: Tin will rust. Hand-wash and dry immediately.

Wood: Wooden bowls, wooden utensils, and wood-handled utensils can crack, warp, and lose their finish.

Preparing and Loading the Dishware

Dishware Preparation

Do not pre-wash items having loosely-attached soiling. Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, and excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require pre-treatment.

Loading the Dishwasher

Check the Materials section of this manual if you are unsure about an item’s dishwasher suitability.

Load only dishwasher-safe items into the dishwasher. Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so that the insides of bowls, pots, and pans are face downwards. Avoid nesting and contact points between dishes. Separate items of dissimilar metals.

Loading the Top Rack

Figures 1 and 2 show typical 10 and 12 place load patterns for the top rack.

NOTE: Make sure items do not protrude through the bottom of the racks and block the spray arms.

NOTICE

To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with objects such as paper products, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal dishware and kitchenware.

Figure 1

10 place setting top rack

Figure 2

12 place setting top rack

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Figure 3

10 place setting bottom rack

Figure 4

12 place setting bottom rack

Figure 5

Figure 6

Do not load the dishwasher with anything other than dishwasher-safe dishware and kitchenware.

Top Rack Accessories

Top Rack Flip Tines

Flip Tines fold down to make loading the racks easier in some instances. Grasp the tines, release from notch, and fold the tines downward. When the top rack is loaded, push it into the dishwasher.

NOTE: When pushing the top rack into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the top rack spray arm will connect to the water supply in the rear of the tub. Do not push the top rack with the door.

Rack Height Adjustment (select models)

Remove the empty rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher to the point that it can be lifted upward, as shown in Figure 5. Pull the rack outward and up until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides. Re-insert the rack with the other set of rollers on the roller guides, as shown in Figure 6.

Loading the Bottom Rack

Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots, pans and bowls upside-down. Figures 3 and 4 show typical mixed loads for the bottom rack. Do not block the vent at left side of tub (see Figure 7)

Bottom Rack Flip Tines

Flip Tines fold down to make loading the racks easier in some instances. Grasp the tines and fold them downward.

Figure 7

Do not block vent.

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Loading the Silverware Basket

NOTE: The silverware basket tops can be folded up to accommodate large or oddly-shaped items.

With the silverware basket tops down, load the silverware basket following the patterns suggested in Figures 8 (for standard basket) and

9 (for flexible basket). Place knives with their handles up, and forks and spoons with their handles down.

If large or oddly-shaped items are to be loaded into the silverware basket with the tops up, load the items so that they do not nest together. Load knives and sharp utensils with their handles up.

CAUTION

The sharp points and edges of knives and other sharp utensils can cause serious injuries. Load knives and other sharp utensils with sharp points and edges down. Do not allow children to handle or play near knives and sharp utensils.

The Standard Silverware Basket

This basket fits in the front-middle of the lower rack.

The Flexible Silverware Basket

This basket is designed for maximum versatility. The basket splits along its length, resulting in two halves that may be placed in a variety of positions in the lower rack, greatly increasing the lower rack’s loading versatility.

To split the Flexible Silverware Basket:

1.Grasp the basket as shown in Figure 10A, and slide the two halves in opposite directions, as shown in Figure 10A.

2.Pull the two halves apart, as shown in Figure 10B.

Some suggestions for placing the two halves in the lower rack are shown in Figure 11.

Figure 10

Figure 8

Figure 9

12 place setting (Select Models)

12 place setting (Select Models)

Figure 11

A

B

8

Figure 12

Add Detergent

Use fresh powdered detergent for best results

1 tablespoon will clean most loads

3 tablespoons Max, do not overfill

When using detergent tabs, lay them flat to avoid contact with the cover

Figure 13

To close

Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent

Detergent

Useonlydetergentspecificallydesignedfordishwashers.Forbestresults,usefreshpowdered dishwashing detergent.

NOTICE

To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher.

This dishwasher uses less water so you need to use less detergent. With soft water, 1 tablespoon (15ml) of detergent will clean most loads. The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure detergent to 1 tablespoon (15ml) and 1.75 tablespoons (25ml). 3 tablespoons (45ml) of detergent will completely fill the detergent dispenser cup.

Place finger as shown above, slide forward, then press down FIRMLY until you hear CLICK

Figure 14

To open the cover

Push button

Figure 15

To add Rinse Agent

Always use Rinse Agent

Add Rinse Agent

even if your detergent con-

when the light

tains Rinse Agent

on the control

 

 

panel illuminates

 

 

Lift tab to open

 

 

 

Figure 16

To add Rinse Agent pour in the oval

NOTICE

To avoid dishware damage, do not use too much detergent if your water supply is soft. Using too much detergent in soft water may cause etching in glassware.

NOTE: If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15ml of detergent. Increase the amount of detergent, if necessary, to the least amount required to get your dishware and kitchenware clean.

Use the measuring lines in the detergent dispenser cup as a guide to measure the amount of detergent recommended in Table 1.

Table 1 - Recommended Detergent Amount

 

 

 

Water Type

 

 

 

 

 

Wash

Unit

Hard

Medium

 

Soft

Cycle

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power

ml

45

45

 

25-45

 

 

 

 

 

Scrub

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Plus

Tbsp

3

3

 

1.75 to 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto

ml

25-45

25

 

15-25

 

 

 

 

 

Wash

Tbsp

1.75 to 3

1.75

 

1 to 1.75

 

 

 

 

 

 

Regular

ml

25-45

25

 

15-25

Wash

Tbsp

1.75 to 3

1.75

 

1 to 1.75

Quick

ml

25

15-25

 

15

Wash/

 

 

 

 

 

Delicate

Tbsp

1.75

1 to 1.75

 

1

Economy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rinse

 

None

None

 

None

Hold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

Fill the dispenser cup as recommend in Table 1. (See Figure 12 for additional information.)

To close, place finger as shown in Figure 13, slide forward, then press down until you hear a *click*.

To open the detergent dispenser cover, press the gray release tab as shown in Figure 14.

Adding Rinse Agents

To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse agent, even if your detergent contains a rinse agent or drying additive.

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Rinse Agent Dispenser

Open the rinse agent dispenser by lifting the tab with your thumb.

NOTE: The dishwasher indicates low rinse agent either by showing the symbol in the countdown display, or illuminating the refill rinse agent light (model dependent).

Add liquid rinse agent to the dispenser as shown in Figure 16 until the rinse agent reservoir is full. Wipe up any excess rinse agent that puddles when the dispenser reservoir is full.

NOTE: After filling the rinse agent dispenser, the indicator light will go out in a few minutes after the dishwasher door is shut (select models only).

Wash Cycles (See Cycle Chart)

Always make sure your dishware is dishwasher safe. Refer to the Dishware Materials section of this manual for guidance.

Power Scrub Plus

Cleans items having baked-on or hard dried-on food soils. These items may require soaking or hand scouring.

Auto Wash (select models)

Cleans large loads with loosely attached food soils.

Regular

Thoroughly cleans large loads having loosely attached normal soiling.

Delicate/Economy (select models)

For delicate or heirloom dishwasher and silverware or other special items. Always make sure that the items are dishwasher safe. Refer to the Materials section of this manual for further information. Hand washing may be the best treatment of such items.

Quick Wash

For lightly soiled items with easy to remove food soils.

Rinse and Hold

Allows you to rinse the food soil off of a partial load and hold them in the dishwasher until there is a full load.

Dishware Drying

At the end of the cycle the dishwasher will stop and a period of condensation drying will follow.

 

 

Wash Cycles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Scrub Plus

Automatic

Regular

Delecate / Econo

Quick Wash

Rinse and Hold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHX3AM

x

 

x

 

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHE5AM

x

x

x

x

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHE4AM02

x

 

x

 

x

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHE4AM12

x

x

x

 

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING

You could be seriously scalded if you allow hot water to splash out of the dishwasher. OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any wash or rinse cycle. Do not fully open the door until water noises have stopped.

OPERATING THE SHX3AM

To start unit:

-Door must be open. Press the “ON/OFF” button to turn the unit on.

-Wash cycle LED will be flashing to indicate pre-select mode.

-Press or to select desired wash cycle. Press the START button (Wash Cycle LED will stop flashing).

-Close the door to start cycle

NOTE: Rinse Agent LED will be illuminated if unit needs rinse agent.

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WARNING

You could be seriously scalded if you allow hot water to splash out of the dishwasher. OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any wash or rinse cycle. Do not fully open the door until water noises have stopped.

To cancel cycle:

-Open door just far enough to expose the controls then press the “START RESET” button until the Active LED goes out.

-Close the door and wait about 1 minute or until you hear the buzzer (if active)

-Open the door and press “ON/OFF”

Setting Options (rinse Agent amount / Extra Dry Heat / Cycle completion Signal)

-Door must be open. Turn unit on.

-Wash cycle LED will be flashing to indicate pre-select mode.

-To enter setup mode press and hold then press and release “START RESET” button; then release . Active button will be flashing to indicate setup mode.

-Pressto select an option (Rinse Agent/ Extra dry heat/ Tone)

-Pressto adjust the settings for the respective options. (Press Start to save)

To set Rinse Agent amount: Active + Rinse Agent LED flashing. Follow steps under setting options above

NOTE: If your glasses have spots you need more Rinse Agent. If your glasses have streaks you need less Rinse Agent.

Power Scrub

Regular

Quick Wash

Rinse Aid Setting

 

Wash

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0 (least)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6 (most)

 

 

 

 

To set Extra Dry Heat: Active + Sanitized LED flashing . Follow steps under setting options above

Power

Regular

Quick

Extra dry

Scrub

Wash

Wash

Heat

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

not activated

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

activated

 

 

 

 

To set Cycle Completion Signal: Active + Rinse Agent LED flashing. Follow steps under setting options above

Power

Regular

Tone set-

Scrub

Wash

ting

 

 

 

 

 

0

 

 

 

 

 

Low

 

 

 

 

 

Medium

 

 

 

 

 

High

 

 

 

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OPERATING THE SHE5AM

To start unit:

-Door must be closed. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on.

-Countdown display and Wash cycle LED will be flashing to indicate pre-select mode.

-Pressor to select desired wash cycle.

-If desired, select “Half Load” or “Delay Start” (1-24 hrs).

-Press START to begin cycle.

Child Lock

-After pressing START you can activate the child lock feature.

-Press and hold until "CL" appears in the display. Now any button you press (except ON/OFF) will not function and “CL” will display each time.

-To deactivate: press and hold until “CL” disappears from the display.

WARNING

You could be seriously scalded if you allow hot water to splash out of the dishwasher. OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any wash or rinse cycle. Do not fully open the door until water noises have stopped.

To cancel cycle:

NOTE: Child lock needs to be deactivated

- Press the “Start Reset “ button and hold for 3 seconds. the display will change to “0:01” - Wait until display shows “0:00” and turn unit off.

NOTE: You cannot cancel a cycle with child lock activated.

Setting Options (Extra Dry Heat / Rinse Agent Amount)

-Door must be closed. Turn unit on.

-Wash cycle LED will be flashing to indicate pre-select mode.

-To enter setup mode press and hold then press and release START button; then release .

Sanitized LED will be flashing to indicate setup mode.

NOTE: Rinse Agent LED will be illuminated if unit needs rinse agent.

To set Extra Dry Heat: Press

until “d:00” or “d:01” appear in the display

- Press

to change setting

 

 

 

 

 

Display shows: d:00

 

 

 

extra dry heat OFF

 

 

 

 

 

Display shows: d:01

 

 

 

 

extra dry heat ON

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: Press

to switch between Extra dry Heat and Rinse Agent options

To set Rinse Agent amount: Press

until “r:0#” appears in the display.

- Press

to adjust amount of rinse aid dispensed from “r:00 “ (no rinse agent) to “r:06” (largest amount dispensed)

- End and save with the START button.

NOTE: If your glasses have spots you need more Rinse Agent. If your glasses have streaks you need less Rinse Agent.

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OPERATING THE:

SHE4AM0

SHE4AM1

To start unit:

-Door must be closed. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on.

-Program LEDs will be flashing to indicate “pre-select” mode.

-Press or to select desired cycle.

-If desired press “Delay start” to select 3/6/9 hour delayed start. If desired press the Half Load option (SHE4AM1 models only)

-Press start to begin cycle. Program select LED stops flashing and Active LED illuminates.

NOTE: Rinse Agent LED will be illuminated if unit needs rinse agent.

Child Lock

-After pressing START you can activate the Child Lock feature.

-Press and hold until "Child Lock" LED illuminates. LED goes off once you release the button. Child lock is activated. Now any button you press (except ON/OFF) will not function and the child lock LED will illuminate each time to indicate this

-To deactivate: press and hold until the child lock LED goes out.

WARNING

You could be seriously scalded if you allow hot water to splash out of the dishwasher. OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any wash or rinse cycle. Do not fully open the door until water noises have stopped.

To cancel cycle:

NOTE: Child lock needs to be deactivated

-Press and hold the “Start Reset “ button for 3 seconds.

The unit will drain any remaining water ( takes about 1 minute), active LED goes out and Clean LED illuminates.

-Turn unit off.

Setting Options (Extra Dry Heat / Rinse Agent Amount)

-Door must be closed. Turn unit on.

-Wash cycle LED will be flashing to indicate pre-select mode.

- To enter “setup” mode press and hold then press and release “Start Reset” button; then release .

-Clean and one other LED will be flashing to indicate setup mode.

-Press to select an option (Extra Dry Heat / Rinse Agent Amount)

-Pressto adjust the setting for the respective option.

To set Extra Dry Heat: Clean & Sanitized LED flashing

Power Scrub

Heat Setting

 

SHE4AM0

 

 

 

 

Extra Dry ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHE4AM1

 

 

 

 

Extra Dry OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-Pressto switch between the Heat and Rinse Agent options.

-Press START to save

To set Rinse Agent amount: Clean + Rinse Agent LED flashing

Power

Regular

Quick

Rinse &

 

Scrub

Wash

Wash

Hold

Rinse Aid

 

 

 

 

Power

Auto

Regular

Quick

Setting

Scrub

Wash

Wash

Wash

 

 

 

 

 

0

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

 

 

 

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Figure 17

A

B

Figure 18

Figure 19

Sanitized Light

When the Sanitized light appears, it means that the dishware and kitchenware that was just washed has been sanitized according to the requirements of the National Sanitation

Foundation (NSF). For more information on NSF certification, refer to the Wash Cycle

Information section of this manual.

Unloading the Dishwasher

Unload the bottom rack first.

Unload the silverware basket(s). They are easily removed for unloading. Unload the top rack.

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Tasks

Certain areas of your dishwasher require occasional maintenance. The maintenance tasks are easy to do and will ensure continued superior performance from your dishwasher. These tasks are:

Winterizing Your Dishwasher

Wiping up Spills and Splash-out

Clean the Stainless Steel Inner Door and Tub

Check/Clean the Spray Arm Nozzles

Check/Clean the Filter System

Clean the Exterior Door Panel

Clean the Door Gasket

Winterizing Your Dishwasher

If your dishwasher will be unused for an extended period of time in a location that experiences freezing temperatures (e.g., in a holiday home or through a vacation period), have your dishwasher winterized by an authorized service center.

NOTICE

To avoid dishwasher damage, do not allow water to remain in your dishwasher systems through extended periods of freezing temperatures. Freezing temperatures can damage your dishwasher.

Wiping Up Spills and Splash-out

Water may occasionally splash out of your dishwasher, especially if you interrupt a cycle or open the dishwasher door during a cycle. To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher.

Check/Clean the Stainless Steel Inner Door and Tub

Clean the outer edges of the inside door panel regularly to remove debris that might collect there from normal loading.

If spots begin to appear on the stainless steel tub or inner door, make sure the rinse agent reservoir is full.

Check/Clean the Spray Arm Nozzles

Occasionally check the spray arms to ensure that the spray arm nozzles (holes) are unobstructed. You must remove the spray arms to check them for obstruction.

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To remove the top spray arm:

1.Remove the empty top rack from the dishwasher.

2.Turn the rack upside-down. The top spray arm is held in position by a locking nut as shown in Figure 17A. Turn the locking nut counter-clockwise 1/8 turn and remove it, as shown in Figure 17B to release the spray arm.

3.Remove the spray arm as shown in Figure 18.

4.Look for obstruction in the spray nozzles.

5.If the spray nozzles need cleaning, flush them under running water.

To reinstall the top spray arm:

1.Return the top spray arm to its installed position.

2.Return the locking nut to its installed position and turn it 1/8 turn clockwise.

3.Return the top rack to the top rack roller guides.

To remove the bottom spray arm:

1.Remove the empty bottom rack from the dishwasher tub.

2.Grasp and lift the bottom spray arm as shown in Figure 19.

3.Look for obstruction in the spray nozzles.

4.If the spray nozzles need cleaning, flush them under running water.

To reinstall the bottom spray arm:

1.Return the bottom spray arm to its installed position and press it so that it snaps into place.

2.Return the bottom rack to its installed position.

Check/Clean the Filter System

This dishwasher has a filter system that consists of a Large Object Trap/Cylinder Filter assembly and a Fine Filter. Select models have an additional Micro Filter. The filter system is located on the inside of your dishwasher under the lower rack and is easily accessible.

During normal use, the filter system is self-cleaning. You should occasionally inspect it for foreign objects and clean it when necessary.

CAUTION

To avoid injury, do not reach into the large object trap with your fingers. The large object trap could contain sharp objects.

To Remove the Large Object Trap/Cylinder Filter Assembly:

1.Remove the bottom rack.

2.Grasp the assembly as shown in Figure 20 and turn it counter clockwise 1/4 turn.

3.Lift out the assembly as shown in Figure 21 and 22.

4.Carefullyexaminetheassembly.IfyoufinddebrisintheLargeObjectTrap,turnitupside-down and gently tap it on a surface such as a countertop to dislodge and remove the debris. Flush the Cylinder Filter clean by holding it under running water. Place parts back in unit and lock as shown in Figure 23.

Figure 20

To open - turn counterclockwise.

Figure 21

Large Object Trap

Figure 22

Fine

Filter

Figure 23

To close - turn clockwise.

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Clean the Exterior Door Panel Colored Doors

Use only a soft cloth that is lightly dampened with soapy water.

Stainless Steel Doors

Use a soft cloth with a non-abrasive cleaner (preferably a liquid spray) made for cleaning stainless steel. For the best results, apply the stainless steel cleaner to the cloth, then wipe the surface.

Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal

Regularly clean the door gasket with a damp cloth to remove food particles and other debris. Also clean the door seal, located inside the dishwasher at the bottom of the door.

Wash Cycle Information

NOTE: To save energy, this dishwasher has a “Smart Control” that automatically adjust the cycle based on soil loads and incoming water temperature. The “Smart Control” makes decisions that can cause the cycle time and water usage to adjust intermittently. The cycle times listed in the Use and Care manual are based on normal soil loads and 120°F incoming water and will vary based on your actual conditions.

SeetheCyclesCharttodeterminethecyclesavailableforyourspecific model.

NOTE: On select models, the Half Load feature will reduce the water

consumption by approximately 30 percent in the Power Scrub Plus, Regular, and Auto Wash cycles. The ECO option may be selected for the Power Scrub Plus, Auto, Regular and Delicate cycles on select models. This reduces energy consumption approximately 10% due to lower mainwashandfinalrinsetemperatures,butextendscyclelength5-10 minutes to maintain drying performance and the water usage will be unmodified in comparison to the normal program cycles.

The NSF Symbol

A dishwasher or a dishwasher cycle that has the NSF symbol has been certified by the NSF International to meet very strict requirements of wash time and water temperature to ensure dishware and kitchenware sanitization. These requirements are explained in the document NSF/ANSI 184, Residential Dishwashers. More information on NSF Certification is available at the NSF website, http://www. nsfconsumer.org/home/appliances.asp.

Your dishwasher is NSF certified. The dishwasher cycles that are NSF certified are shown in the chart above. When these cycles are complete,the“Sanitized”indicatoronyourdishwashercontrolpanel will illuminate.

NOTE: If your household water supply is too hot, your dishwasher’s heating time may be reduced and the “Sanitized” light or symbol may not illuminate. Your Dishwasher Installation Manual has information on the recommended temperature for your household hot water supply.

Cycle Data

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Power Scrub

Auto

Regular

Delicate/

Quick

Rinse &

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wash

 

 

 

 

Plus

Wash

Economy*

Wash*

Hold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cycle Time

130

105-125

95

80

30

9

 

 

(in minutes)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water

Minimum

6.8

3.8

2.3

3.0

3.0

1.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consumption

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in gallons

Maximum

6.8

6.5

5.4

3.0

3.0

1.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water

Minimum

25.6

14.6

8.7

11.3

11.3

4.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consumption

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

24.6

 

 

 

 

 

in liters

Maximum

25.6

20.5

11.3

11.3

4.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wash Temp ˚F

160˚

130˚

122˚

122˚

113˚

Incoming

 

Rinse Temp ˚F

156˚

156˚

149˚

156˚

122˚

Incoming

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Select Models - refer to Cycle Chart

 

 

 

 

 

 

Half Load Function

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cycle Time

110

99-110

90-110

75

 

 

 

(in minutes)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water

 

 

17.9

11.5-15.9

8.7-15.9

10.9

Not Available

 

Consumption (l)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water

 

 

4.7

3.4- 4.2

2.3- 4.2

2.9

 

 

 

Consumption (gal)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Self Help

Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may help you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair professional.

Problem

Cause

Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dishwasher does not start

1.

Door may not be properly latched.

1.

Shut the door completely.

 

2.

Unit may not be turned on.

2.

Press the main power switch to turn unit on.

 

3.

Unit not reset or previous cycle not

3.

To reset, refer to “Canceling or changing the

 

 

completed.

 

cycle” section in this manual.

 

4.

Delay start engaged.

4.

To reset, refer to “Delay Start” section in this

 

5.

Interruption of electrical power supply

 

manual.

 

 

to dishwasher or blown fuse.

5.

Check circuit breaker.

 

6.

Child lock activated (select models).

6.

Deactivate the child lock. Refer to “Child Lock”

 

7.

The door may have been closed with-

 

section in this manual if applicable.

 

 

out first selecting a cycle.

7.

Select a cycle and close the door.

 

8.

Water supply may not be turned on.

8.

Check and turn on water supply.

 

 

 

 

Dishwasher beeping (end of cycle

Default factory settings alert the customer

To adjust the volume or deactivate, refer to “Cycle

signal)

that the cycle has completed by beeping.

Completion Signal” section in this manual.

 

This feature can be deactivated if so de-

 

 

 

 

sired.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Display does not illuminate or

1.

A fuse may have been blown or circuit

1.

Check the fuse or circuit breaker box and re-

console lights are not on

 

breaker tripped.

 

place the fuse or reset the breaker if neces-

 

2.

Door not closed or latched.

 

sary.

 

 

 

2.

Ensure that door is properly latched and com-

 

Note: For models with controls on the top

 

pletely closed.

 

portion of the door, the display only illumi-

 

 

 

 

nates when the door is opened and controls

 

 

 

 

are visible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dishwasher seems to run a

1.

Incoming water is not warm enough.

1.

Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet at

long time

2.

Cycle time can vary due to soil and wa-

 

the sink nearest to the dishwasher.

 

 

ter conditions.

2.

Sensors in the dishwasher automatically in-

 

3.

Rinse agent dispenser is empty.

 

crease the cycle time to ensure a good wash

 

4.

Dishwasher connected to cold water

 

when heavy soil is detected.

 

 

supply.

3.

Add rinse agent.

 

 

 

4.

Verify dishwasher is connected to hot water

 

Note: Refer to “Cycle Chart Data” section in

 

supply plumbing.

 

this manual for typical cycle length.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dishes aren’t getting clean

1.

Spray arm movement is obstructed.

1.

Ensure that spray arm movement is not

enough

2.

Spray arm nozzles clogged.

 

blocked by hand rotating spray arms.

 

3.

Improper use of detergents.

2.

Remove the spray arms and clean according to

 

4.

Filters could be clogged.

 

“Check/Clean the Spray Arm Nozzles” in Care

 

5.

Dishes are nested or loaded too close

 

and Maintenance section of this manual.

 

 

together.

3.

Increase or decrease detergent depending on

 

6.

Selected wash cycle is not suitable for

 

the water hardness. Refer to Table under “Add-

 

 

food soil condtions.

 

ing Detergent and Rinse Agent”.

 

 

 

4.

Clean the filter. Refer to “Check/Clean the Fil-

 

 

 

 

ter System” under Care and Maintenance sec-

 

 

 

 

tion of this manual.

 

 

 

5.

Rearrange load such that water spray can reach

 

 

 

 

all items in the dishwasher. See also “Prepar-

 

 

 

 

ing and Loading” section of this manual.

 

 

 

6.

Refer to “Wash Cycle” section in Operating the

 

 

 

 

Dishwasher section of this manual.

 

 

 

 

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Problem

 

Cause

 

Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dishes are not getting dry enough

 

1.

Rinse agent dispenser is empty. (Rinse

 

1.

Add rinse agent. The use of rinse agent im-

 

 

 

 

agent indicator is activated).

 

 

proves drying.

 

 

 

2.

Improper loading of dishes.

 

2.

Rearrange load to ensure items are not nest-

 

 

 

3.

Selected cycle does not include drying.

 

 

ed. Refer also to the “Preparing and Loading”

 

 

 

Note: Plastic or Teflon do not typically dry

 

 

section of this manual.

 

 

 

as

completely as other items due to their

 

3.

Rinse and Hold setting does not include dry-

 

 

 

inherent properties.

 

 

ing cycle,

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: Select models offer an extra heating options

 

 

 

 

 

 

to improve drying performance. Refer to “Wash Cy-

 

 

 

 

 

 

cle options” under the Operating the Dishwasher

 

 

 

 

 

 

section of this manual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Odor

 

1.

Food debris is present at the bottom of

 

1.

Remove the filters and clean according to the

 

 

 

 

the dishwasher.

 

 

“Check/Clean the Filter System” section of this

 

 

 

2.

Food particles are present near the

 

 

manual.

 

 

 

 

door seal.

 

2.

Refer to “Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal”

 

 

 

3.

Dishes left too long in unit before run-

 

 

in the Care and Maintenance section of this

 

 

 

 

ning a cycle.

 

 

manual .

 

 

 

4.

Residual water is present at the bottom

 

3.

Run a Rinse/Hold cycle if you do not intend to

 

 

 

 

of the dishwasher.

 

 

immediately wash the dishes.

 

 

 

5.

Drain hose is obstructed.

 

4.

Ensure the unit has completely drained from

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

thelastcycle.Refertothe“Cancelingorchang-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ing the cycle” section of this manual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Remove any obstructions from the drain hose

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

by calling qualified personnel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: If odor still persists, run the Normal/Regular

 

 

 

 

 

 

cycle until it flushes and interrupt the cycle and

 

 

 

 

 

 

place an 8 oz. cup of distilled white vinegar solu-

 

 

 

 

 

 

tion on the top rack and then finish the cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dishwasher not filling with water

 

1.

Restriction in the water supply system.

 

1.

Ensure that the water supply valve (typically

 

 

 

2.

Previous wash cycle was not complet-

 

 

located under kitchen sink) is open and check

 

 

 

 

ed.

 

 

that the water supply line has no kinks and

 

 

 

3.

Delay-start is active.

 

 

clogs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Refer to the “Canceling or changing the cycle”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

section of this manual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Cancel the delay-start or wait until delay-start

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

time completes (times out). Refer to the “De-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

lay Start” section of this manual.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water Leaks

 

1.

Suds

 

1.

Wrong type of detergent results in suds and

 

 

 

2.

Door seal could be pulled away from

 

 

leaks. Use only dishwasher detergents. If suds

 

 

 

 

track.

 

 

still persist, then add one tablespoon of veg-

 

 

 

3.

Condensation vent is blocked.

 

 

etable oil at the bottom of the dishwasher and

 

 

 

4.

Improper installation.

 

 

run the desired cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Ensure that door seal is in the track.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Ensure that condensation vent is not blocked.

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Have proper installation verified by qualified

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

personnel (water supply, drain system, level-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ing, plumbing).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tub stains

 

1.

Stains on the dishwasher interior are

 

1.

Concentrated Lemon juice can reduce the

 

 

 

 

due to hardness of water.

 

 

build up of hard water stains. Run a normal cy-

 

 

 

2.

Silverware in contact with tub.

 

 

cle until it flushes and interrupt the cycle and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

then place an 8 oz. cup of the concentrated

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

lemon solution on the top rack and finish the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cycle. This can be done periodically to avoid

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

build up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Ensure that the silverware does not make con-

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tact with the tub while running a cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

 

Cause

 

Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Streaks on glassware or residue on the

 

Incorrect rinse agent setting.

 

Depending on the hardness of water, adjust

dishes

 

 

 

the rinse agent dispenser. Refer to “Adding

 

 

 

 

Detergent and Rinse Agent” section in this

 

 

 

 

manual for adjustment.

 

 

 

 

 

Fascia panel discolored or marked

 

Abrasive cleaner used.

 

Use mild detergents with soft damp cloth.

 

 

 

 

 

Noise during wash cycle

 

The dishes may not be arranged properly.

 

Water circulation sound is normal, but if you

 

 

 

 

suspect items are banging into each other or

 

 

 

 

into the spray arms, refer to the “Preparing

 

 

 

 

and Loading” section of this manual for opti-

 

 

 

 

mal arrangement.

 

 

 

 

 

Detergent dispenser cover will not shut

 

1. Improper operation of detergent

 

1. Refer to “Adding Detergent and Rinse Aid”

 

 

cover.

 

section of this manual for instructions on

 

 

2. Previous cycle has not been fin-

 

opening and closing the dispenser.

 

 

ished, reset, or cycle was inter-

 

2. Refer to the “Canceling or changing the

 

 

rupted.

 

cycle” section of this manual.

 

 

 

 

 

Unable to select desired cycle

 

Previous cycle has not finished.

 

Refer to the “Canceling or changing the cycle”

 

 

 

 

section of this manual.

 

 

 

 

 

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Customer Service

Your Bosch dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in the Care and Maintenance section. If you are having a problem with your dishwasher, before calling for service please refer to the Self Help section. If service is necessary, contact your dealer or installer or an authorized service center. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Any work performed by unauthorized personnel may void the warranty.

If you are having a problem with your Bosch dishwasher and are not pleased with the service you have received, please take the following steps (in the order listed below) until the problem is corrected to your satisfaction:

1.Contact your installer or the Bosch Authorized Service Contractor in your area.

2.Contact customer service through our website, www.boschappliances.com.

3.Write us at the address below:

BSH Home Appliances, Corporation 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92649

4.Call us at 1-800-944-2904.

Please be sure to include your model information listed below as well as an explanation of the problem and the date it originated.

You will find the model and serial number information on the label located on the right edge of the dishwasher door as shown in

Figure 32.

Also, if you are writing, please include a daytime phone number where you can be reached.

Please make a copy of your invoice and keep it with this manual. The customer must show proof of purchase to obtain warranty service.

Your Model Information:

Model Number

Serial Number

Date Purchased

Date Installed

CAUTION

Removing any cover or pulling the dishwasher from the cabinet can expose hot water connections, electrical power and sharp edges or points.

Figure 25

Model and Serial Number Label

Serial Number

Model Number

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