Bosch SHE46C User Manual
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DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL
GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN ET D’UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS
MODELS\MODÈLES\MODELOS : SHE44C, SHE46C, SHE56C
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................... 2
Dishwasher Components, Features and Options............. 3
Dishware Materials .......................................................... 4
Preparing and Loading the Dishware ........................... 4-9
Dishware Preparation ................................................ 4
Loading the Dishwasher.......................................... 4-9
Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent .......................... 10-11
Operating the Dishwasher ........................................ 12-13
Dishware Drying....................................................... 13
Unloading the Dishwasher........................................ 13
Care and Maintenance .............................................14-16
Self Help ........................................................................ 17
Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized.................................. 18
Statement of Warranties ................................................ 19
Customer Service .......................................................... 20
1
Important Safety Instructions
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.
WARNING
Severe product damage and/or injury could
result from the use of unqualified service
technicians or non-original replacement
parts. All repairs must be performed by a
qualified service technician using only
original equipment factory replacement
parts.
Never use steam cleaning product to clean
your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not
be liable for possible damages or
consequences.
CAUTION
Never use harsh chemicals to clean your
dishwasher. Some chloride-containing
cleaning products can damage your
dishwasher and may present health hazards!
• Use this dishwasher only for its intended
function, which is the washing of household
dishware and kitchenware.
• This dishwasher is provided with a manual set
which includes Installation Instructions and
Use and Care Manual. Read and understand
all instructions before using the dishwasher.
• Use only detergents or wetting agents
recommended for use in a dishwasher, and
keep them out of the reach of childen.
• 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 utensils
with their HANDLES UP to reduce the
risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless they are
marked “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.
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or
dish racks of the dishwasher.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow
children to play in or on the dishwasher.
• 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
the water flow from each for several minutes.
This will release any accumulated hydrogen
gas. As the gas is explosive, do not smoke or
use an open flame during this time.
• Remove the door to the washing
compartment when removing an old
dishwasher from service or discarding.
• To avoid floor damage and possible mold
growth, do not allow 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.
WARNING
Electrical shock 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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
2
Dishwasher Components
Door Gasket
Top Rack
Top Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Detergent/
Rinse Agent
Dispenser
Dishwasher Features
Vent
Filter System
(in dishwasher
floor)
Silverware Basket
Model/Serial Number Label
AVS ™ Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor
system, the Suspension Motor™, and triple insulation
make this dishwasher one of the quietest in North
America.
Stainless Steel TALLTUB™: A rust-free, hygienic
interior surface with a lifetime warranty.
Nylon Coated Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and
have a five-year warranty.
Height Adjustable Racks: Dishwasher features
manual height adjustability.
Top Rack Flip Tines: Tines that fold down to allow
loading versatility.
Bottom Rack Flip Tines (SHE46C/SHE56C only):
Tines that fold down to improve loading versatility.
OPTIDRY™: Senses when the unit is low on rinse
agent and automatically adjusts the drying
performance.
Flow-Through Heater™: Heats water to a
temperature of up to 161°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.
Additional Drying Heat: Raises rinse water
temperature and increases drying time resulting in
better drying.
SENSOTRONIC™: Checks water condition and decides
whether a second fresh water fill is necessary.
Filter System: Three filters ensure distribution of clean
water and protect the main pump and the drain pump
from foreign material.
Digital Countdown Display: A digital readout that
counts down the time remaining in the cycle.
Refill Rinse Agent Indicator Light: An LED indicator
light will illuminate to alert you when more rinse agent
is required.
Sanitized Indicator Light: An LED indicator light will
illuminate to alert you that your dishes are sanitized to
the standards of the National Sanitation Foundation.
Auto Wash: The sensors determine the soil load and
automatically adjust the cycle to clean your dishes
while conserving energy (not included on SHE44C).
Delay Start (SHE46C/SHE56C only): Allows you to
delay the start of the dishwasher up to 19 hours.
“Top Rack Only™” Cycle (SHE46C only): Saves
energy, water, and detergent by washing loads small
enough to fill only the top rack.
Water Shut-Off: A safety feature that stops the flow of
incoming water, if water is detected in the base of the
dishwasher.
3
Dishware Materials Preparing and Loading
the Dishware
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.
Dishware Preparation
Do not pre-wash items having loosely-attached
soiling.
Remove large food particles, bones, seeds,
toothpicks, and excessive grease.
Recommended
Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may fade
over time. Minerals in your water may cause the
aluminum to darken or spot. This can usually be
removed by using a soap-filled steel wool pad.
China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some
hand-painted pieces may discolor, fade, or spot.
Hand-wash 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.
Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy
soils may require pre-treatment.
Loading the Dishwasher
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. Do not load the dishwasher
with anything other than dishwasher-safe
dishware and kitchenware.
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 facing the
spray arms. Avoid nesting and contact points
between dishes.
Separate items of dissimilar metals.
Bone-Handled Utensils: Handles may separate.
Iron: Iron will rust. Hand-wash and dry immedi-
ately.
Non-Dishware Items: Your dishwasher is in-
tended 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.
4
Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
Loading the Top Rack
Figures 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 show typical mixed loads
for the top rack.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 4
12 place setting
(SHE46C/SHE56C)
Figure 5
Figure 3
12 place setting
(SHE44C)
5
Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
Top Rack Accessories
Top Rack Flip Tines
Flip Tines fold down to make loading the racks
easier in
some
instances.
Grasp the
tines as
shown in
Figure 6
and fold
the tines
downward.
When the
top rack
is loaded,
push it into the dishwasher.
NOTE
dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back
of the tub so the top rack spray arm will connect
to the water supply.
Top Rack Height Adjustment
Remove the empty upper rack by pulling it out of
the dishwasher to the point that it can be lifted
upward, as shown in Figure 7.
: When pushing the top rack into the
Figure 6
Top Rack Only™ Cycle (SHE46C only)
This cycle allows you to save energy, water, and
detergent by washing loads small enough to fill
only the upper rack.
NOTE
reduce wash time.
To use the Top Rack Only™ cycle:
: The Top Rack Only™ cycle does not
1. Load the top rack.
2. Press the On/Off button.
3. Press the button for the desired wash cycle.
4. Press the Top Rack Only button.
Loading the Bottom Rack
Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots
and pans
upside-down.
Figures 9, 10,
11, 12, and 13
show typical
mixed loads
for the bottom
rack.
Figure 9
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 8.
Figure 7
Figure 8
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Figure 10
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