Bosch SHX6AP05UC/04, SHX6AP05UC/05, SHX6AP06UC/01, SHX6AP05UC/06, SHX6AP05UC/02 Owner’s Manual

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YOUR LIFE. OUR INSPIRATION.

DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL

MODEL: SHE4AM, SHE5AM, SHX3AM, SHE5AL, SHX5AL, SHX6AP

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

MODEL: SHE4AM, SHE5AM, SHX3AM, SHE5AL, SHX5AL, SHX6AP

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS

MODEL: SHE4AM, SHE5AM, SHX3AM, SHE5AL, SHX5AL, SHX6AP

9000421703 Rev A 01/09

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, aswell 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 ............................................................................................................................................................... 6-8

Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent .................................................................................................................................................... 9-10

Wash Cycles and Options ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Operating the Dishwasher ............................................................................................................................................................... 11-13

Operating the SHX3AM ................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Operating the SHE5AM ................................................................................................................................................................. 12

Operating the SHE4AM ................................................................................................................................................................. 13

Care and Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................................... 14-16

Detailed Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized ........................................................................................................................................... 16

Self Help ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 17-19

Customer Service ................................................................................................................................................................................. 20

Statement of Warranties ....................................................................................................................................................................... 21

lmportant 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 conse- quences.

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.

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.

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 wir-

ing system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equip- ment 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.

• Use only detergents or rinsing agents recommended for use in 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

UPto 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.

• When children become old enough to operate the appliance, 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

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 remov- ing 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.

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

Dishwasher Components

Door Gasket

Top Rack

Spray Arm

Bottom Rack

Spray Arm

Bottom Rack

Vent

Filter System

(in dishwasher

floor)

Silverware Basket

Model/Serial Number Label

Detergent

Dispenser

Rinse Agent

Dispenser

Dishwasher Features and Options

Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor TM, 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 HeaterZM: 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. Triple Filtration System: Three filters ensure distribution of clean water and protect the main pump and the drain pump

from foreign material.

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

Hidden Top

Control

yes

uJ "1-

Exposed

Front

Control

yes

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Exposed

Front

Control

yes

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Exposed

Front

Control

yes

.J .j

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'" x

"1" "1"

Hidden Top

Control

yes

Hidden Top

Control

yes

"1-

Hidden Tolc

Control

yes

Lower Rack

Flip Tines

Child Lock Button

Suspension

Silverware

Basket

Height Adjustable

Upper Rack

Time Remaining

Indicator

Half Load

Extra Dry Heat

OPTIDRY TM

standard

yes

flexible

yes

standard

yes

standard

yes

standard

yes

standard

yes

flexible

yes

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

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.

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 pro-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 pro-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.

Figure 1

10 place setting top rack

Figure 2

12 place setting top rack

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 3

10 place setting bottom rack

Figure 4

12 place setting bottom rack

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 5

Figure 6

Figure 7

Do not block vent.

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