Bosch SHE53TF5UC/07, SHE53TF6UC/07, SHX53T55UC/07, SHV53T53UC/07, SHP53T55UC/07 Owner’s Manual
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Dishwasher
Lave Vaisselle
en Operating instructions
fr Guide d'Utilisation
9000952756 (0114)
Dear Valued Customer,
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 using your dishwasher
for the first time.
To learn more about your dishwasher and available accessories, as
well as many other top quality Bosch appliances, visit our web site at:
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BSH Home Appliances Corporation
important Safety instructions .............................................. 3-5
Dishwasher Components ..................................................... 5-6
Dishware Materials ................................................................. 7
Loading the Dishwasher ....................................................... 7-8
Loading the Silverware Basket ................................................ 9
Rack Features ....................................................................... 10
Adding Detergent and Rinse Aid ....................................... 11-12
Dishwasher Cycles and Options ............................................ 13
Wash Cycle Information ........................................................ 14
Operating the Dishwasher ................................................ 15-17
Care and Maintenance ...................................................... 18-19
Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................... 20-22
Customer Service ................................................................. 23
Statement of Limited Product Warranty ........................... 24-25
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Table of Contents
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS; Please
READ and SAVE this information
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 in the following pages.
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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.
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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 dish-
washer covered in this manual unless you are certain the electrical
supply has been correctly installed or the dishwasher has been prop-
erly grounded.
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Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-
containing products can damage your dishwasher and may present
health hazards!
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Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements
of 6 for soil removal and sanitation efficacy. There is no intention,
either directly or indirectly, to imply that all cycles on a certified
machine have passed the sanitization performance test.
Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The
manufacturer will not be liable for the possible damages or conse-
quences.
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It is highly recommended for the end user 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
contact your installer for more information.
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NSF/ANSI 184 Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for
licensed food establishments.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or serious injury, observe the following:
1 This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this
Use and Care Manual. Read and understand all instructions before
using the dishwasher.
2 This appliance must be grounded to a metal, permanent wiring sys-
tem, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding ter-
minal or lead on the dishwasher. See the Installation Instructions
included with this dishwasher for more information on electrical
requirements.
3 Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the
washing of household dishware and kitchenware.
4 Use only detergents or rinsing agents recommended for use in a
dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children.
5 When loading items to be washed:
• Locate sharp items so 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.
6 Do not abuse, sit or stand on the door or dish racks of the dish-
washer.
7 To reduce risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the
dishwasher.
8 When children become old enough to operate the appliance, it is
the legal responsibility of the parents/legal guardians to ensure
the children are instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.
9 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 con-
nected 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 hydro-
gen gas. As the gas is explosive, do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time.
10 Remove the dishwasher door to the washing compartment when
removing an old dishwasher for service or discarding.
11 To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow
wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher.
12 To avoid dishwasher damage, do not allow water to remain in your
dishwasher systems through extended periods of freezing tem-
peratures. Freezing temperatures can damage the water fill valve
and potentially other components of your dishwasher.
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This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by
providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appli-
ance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding con-
ductor.
, Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified elec-
trician or service representative if you are in doubt whether
the appliance is properly grounded.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the
State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Dishwasher Components
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Toprack
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Detergent
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Bottomrack
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Silverware
basket
Filter system
Rinse aid
dispenser
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.
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 with a soap-filled steel wool pad.
China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some hand-painted utensils may discolor,
fade or spot. Hand wash these utensils. Position fragile glassware so that
it will not topple over or come in contact with other utensils during the
wash cycle.
Glass: Milk glass may discolor or become yellow.
Non-stick Coatings: Apply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick sur-
faces after drying.
Plastics: Make sure the plasticware is dishwasher safe.
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver and Silver Plates: Load these so they do
not come in contact with other metals.
Not Recommended
Acrylic: Crazing or 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: These items will tarnish. Hand wash and dry
immediately.
Tin: Tin will stain. Hand wash and dry immediately.
Wood: Wooden bowls, wooden utensils and utensils with wooden handles
can crack, warp and lose their finish.
Loading the Dishwasher
Do not pre-wash items with loosely attached food soil. Remove all food parti-
cles, bones, toothpicks and excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-
on or starchy soils may require some pretreatment. Refer to the Dishware
Materials section for more information about dishware suitability.
Load only dishwasher safe items. Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so the
insides of bowls, pots and pans are facing the spray arms. Avoid nesting and
contact points between dishes. Separate items of dissimilar metals.
Loading the Top Rack
Ensure items do not protrude through the bottom of the racks and block
the spray arms.
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 connects to the water sup-
ply at the back of the tub. Do not push racks in using the door.
Loading the Bottom Rack
Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots, pans and bowls upside
down. Do not block vent with tall baking sheets or cutting boards, etc.
Load these items on the right side of the dishwasher.
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with paper prod-
ucts, plastic bags, packing materials or anything other than normal, dish-
washer safe dishware and kitchenware.
Suggested Loading Pattern
Top Rack Bottom Rack
Additional Loading Pattern
Top Rack Bottom Rack
Loading the Silverware Basket
Place knives and sharp utensils with their HANDLES UP and forks and
spoons with their handles down. If large or oddly-shaped items are loaded
in the silverware basket, be sure they do not nest together.
The sharp points and edges of knives and other sharp utensils can cause
serious injury. Load knives and other sharp utensils with edges down. Do
not allow children to handle or play near knives and sharp utensils.
The Long Silverware Basket
The long silverware basket fits along the side of the lower
rack.
The Duo-Flex Silverware Basket
This 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 versatil-
ity. The basket snaps together either back to back or end
to end as shown.
To split the Duo-Flex Silverware Basket
Grasp the basket and slide the two halves in opposite
directions as shown at right and then pull the two halves
apart.
Loading pattern for Long Silverware Basket
1- salad fork
Loading pattern for Duo-Flex Silverware Basket 2-teaspoon
3- dinner fork
5 - tablespoon
4- knife
6 - serving spoon
7 - serving fork
The basket lid may also be snapped to the handle in order to leave the bas-
ket open.
Rack Features
Flip Tines
The racks consist of tines that can be folded down
depending on what you may need to load in the rack.
To fold down, grasp the folding tine and release from
notch. Push folding tine downward to desired posi-
tion as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1
Manual Adjustable Upper
Remove the empty upper rack
by pulling it out of the dish-
washer until it can be lifted
upward as show in Figure 2.
Pull the rack up and out until
the rollers are completely free
of the roller guides.
Reinsert the rack with the other
set of rollers on the roller
guides as shown in Figure 3.
Rack (model dependent)
Figure 2 Figure 3
RackMatic ® (model dependent)
The height of the upper rack can be adjusted in 3 steps to create more
space. Before lowering or raising, ensure the rack is completely empty.
1 Pull the top rack out of the dishwasher until Figure 4
it stops.
2 To lower the rack, push the lever inward.
3 To raise the rack, hold the basket on the sides
of the upper rack and lift up.
Note: Before pushing the top rack into the dish-
washer, ensure the rack height is the same on both
sides. If the height is not the same on both sides,
the dishwasher door will not shut and the top rack spray arm will not connect
to the water inlet.
Knife Rack
The knife rack fits into the upper rack Figure 5
and is used for loading additional
small items and cutlery. :
Cup Shelves
The shelf and the space underneath can
be used for small cups or for larger serv-
ing utensils.
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Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent
Detergent
Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. For best
results, use detergent tabs or fresh powdered dish washing detergent.
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dish washing products ir_
your dishwasher. II /
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use too much detergent if you_
water is soft. Using too much detergent with soft water may cause etch_
ing in glassware. |
This dishwasher uses less water than most, therefore, less detergent is
required. With soft water, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of detergent will clean
most loads. The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure deter-
gent to 1 tablespoon (15 ml) and 1.75 tablespoons (25 ml). 3 table-
spoons (45 ml) of detergent will completely fill the detergent dispenser.
Note: If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 1 tablespoon
(15 ml) of detergent. Increase the amount if neces- Figure 6
sary to the least amount required to get your kitch-
enware clean.
Use the measuring lines in the detergent dis-
penser cup as a guide to measure the amount of
detergent recommended in Table 1.
Adding Detergent
, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) will clean most loads
(see Figure 6).
, Do not over fill the detergent dispenser.
• When using detergent tabs, lay them such that
they do not come in contact with the cover.
Note: Do not use detergent tabs in the Express
wash cycle.
To Close
, Place finger as shown in Figure 7.
, Slide door closed and press down firmly
until it clicks.
To Open
, To open the cover, push the button as
shown in Figure 8. Cover will slide open.
Figure 7
Figure 8
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Table1 - Recommended Detergent Amount
Heavy 3 tbsp (45 ml) 3 tbsp (45 ml) 1.75-3 tbsp (25-45 ml)
Auto 1.75-3 tbsp (25-45 ml) 1.75 tbsp (25 ml) 1-1.75 tbsp (15-25 ml)
Normal 1.75-3 tbsp (25-45 ml) 1.75 tbsp (25 ml) 1-1.75 tbsp (15-25 ml)
Speed60 ® 1.75tbsp(25ml) 1-1.75tbsp(15-25ml) ltbsp(15ml)
Rinse None None None
Rinse Aid
Your dishwasher was designed to use rinse aid for best drying results. To
achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse aid, even if your deter-
gent contains a rinse aid or drying additive.
Note: The dishwasher indicates low rinse aid by turning on the "Add Rinse
Aid" indicator light. If this light is on, you need to refill the rinse aid dispenser
by following the directions below. If the light is not on, your dishwasher still
has enough Rinse Aid and there is no need to refill it.
Adding Rinse Aid
Figure 9
Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser until it is
full (see Figure 9). Wipe up any excess rinse aid
that may puddle when the dispenser reservoir is
full. Lid must be snapped fully closed in order
to seal. The indicator light will go out a few
moments after the dishwasher door is shut.
See below for instructions on how to adjust the
amount of rinse aid dispensed.
Note: Setting the rinse aid to "r:O0" may increase
cycle times.
Setting the amount of rinse aid
The amount of rinse aid dispensed can be set from "r:00" to "r:06".
1 Press the [On/Off] button.
2 Hold down the "A" button (see page 15) and press [Start] until the
display indicates "d:00". Release both buttons.
3 Press the "A" button until the display shows "r:05".
4 Press the "C" button to select the desired setting.
"r:00" = dispenser is OFF "r:04" = medium/high setting
"r:01" = lowest setting "r:05" = high setting
"r:02" = low setting "r:06" = highest setting
"r:03" = medium setting
5 Press [Start] to save the setting.
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Dishwasher Cycles and Options
Wash Cycles
Note: In order to .saveenergy,it is recommended to .setthe "Auto Power Off" feature
(available on select models) to P:01 (see manual section titled "Auto Power Off").
Heavy: Best for cleaning items with baked-on food or grease. These
dishes would normally require soaking.
Auto: Our smartest cycle, with our most flexible soil sensing capability,
this cycle is optimal for use with mixed dishware and food soils.
Normal: This is the cycle recommended for daily, regular or typical use to
completely wash a full load of normally soiled dishes.
In order to obtain optimal performance with minimum energy consumption, it is recommended to disable
all available options and settings, except "Auto Power Off" as noted at the start of this section.
Note 1: See footnote for additional energy test setup instructions.
Speed60®*: Cleans freshly soiled dishes with easy to remove soils. This
cycle reduces cycle time while still including drying.
Rinse*: Allows you to rinse food soil off of a partial load and hold the
dishes in the dishwasher until you are ready to run a full load. Do not
use detergent in this cycle.
Wash Cycle Options
Delay Start: Allows you to delay the start time of your dishwasher up to 24
hours.
SpeedPerfect'"*: SpeedPerfect TM is an option that allows saving time with-
out sacrificing wash and dry performance. Selecting this option ensures the
same final temperatures as the underlying cycle, while heating up the dishes
quicker. Also, selecting this option increases energy consumption but also
reduces cycle time. The SpeedPerfect TM option is available with Heavy, Auto,
Eco and Normal cycles.
Delicate: The Delicate option is available only in the Heavy, Auto and
Normal cycles. This cycle is best used for lightly soiled items with easy
to remove food soils.
Sanitize: The Sanitize feature is available only in the Heavy, Auto and Nor-
mal cycles. The Sanitize LED will light when sanitation requirements are
met. The technical sanitation measures may also improve the drying results.
Note: The dishwasher automatically defaults to Auto when turned off and back on. If
you used the sanitize option in your last cycle, the dishwasher will default to Auto
Washwith the Sanitize option selected whenyou turn it on.
Extra Shine®: Used in combination with a wash cycle (except Rinse), the
Extra Shine ® option raises the temperature and extends the drying time
to further enhance drying results and provide a brilliant shine.
* model dependent
Note 1: The Energy Guide label was based on the Normal or Regular soil sensing cycle as follows: The
unit was tested without any Rinse Aid (liquid) in the Rinse Aid chamber. A single dose of detergent was
inserted into the Detergent Dispenser, with no detergent being used in the prewash. The unit was not
subjected to truncated testing per the definitions in the test procedure. We recommend that dish loads
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such as the one in the energy certification test have the rack position set in the highest position.
Wash Cycle information
Note: To save energy, this dishwasher has EcoSense ® where the sensors in the dish-
washer automatically adjust the cycle length, temperature and water changes based on
the amount of food soil and the incoming water temperature. The "Smart Control" makes
decisions that can cause the cycle time and water usage to adjust intermittently. Wash
cycle times are based on 120°F water supply. If your household water supply is differ-
ent than !20°F, your dishwasher's cycle times may be impacted.
Table 2 - Wash Cycle information
cycle time 110-135min 105-129min 130-135min 60min 9min
water 4.9-6.4 gal 3.5-6.5 gal 2.4-5.5 gal 3.8 gal 1.1 gal
consumption 18.6-24.2 L 13.1-24.5 L 8.8-20.8 L 14.3 L 4.1 L
wash 150-160°F 127-150°F 113-131°F 122°F incoming
temperature 66W1°C 53-66°C 45-55°C 50°C
rinse 162°F 153°F 156°F 158°F incoming
temperature 72°C 67°C 69°C 70°C
cycle time 95-110 min 75-90 min 95-105 min n/a n/a
water 4.3-5.5 gal 4.3-5.3 gal 4.4-5.6 gal n/a n/a
consumption 16.3-20.5 L 16.1-20.0 L 16.6-21.1 L
cycle time 105-110 min 90-105 min 100-120 min n/a n/a
water 4.9-6.4 gal 3.5-6.5 gal 2.4-5.5 gal n/a n/a
consumption 18.6-24.2 L 13.1-24.5 L 8.8-20.8 L
cycle time 130-150 min 125-150 min 135-155 min n/a n/a
water 4.9-6.4 gal 3.5-6.5 gal 2.4-5.5 gal n/a n/a
consumption 18.6-24.2 L 13.1-24.5 L 8.8-20.8 L
cycle time 130-150 min 125-150 min 135-155 min 84 min n/a
water 4.9-6.4 gal 3.5-6.5 gal 2.4-5.5 gal 3.8 gal n/a
consumption 18.6-24.2 L 13.1-24.5 L 8.8-20.8 L 14.3 L
Note. Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of 6
for soil removal and sanitization efficacy. There is no intention, either directly
or indirectly, to imply that all cycles have passed sanitization performance
tests.
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Operating the Dishwasher
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NOTE: For models with hidden controls, the door must be opened
before changing settings and dosed after changing settings.
NOTICE: Use caution when opening door during a running cycle. Hot
water may splash out. Open door slowly.
Start the dishwasher
1 Press the [On/Off] button.
2 Select a cycle (Auto cycle is preselected) and desired options.
3 Press [Start] and the cycle will begin.
Cancel a cycle
1 Press and hold the [Start] button for approximately 3 seconds until
the display reads "0:01".
2 Wait about i minute while the dishwasher drains and the display
reads "0:00".
3 Press the IOn/Off] button. You may now power the dishwasher
back on and begin new cycle if desired.
interrupt a cycle
1 Press the IOn/Off] button to turn the unit off.
2 To resume the cycle, press the IOn/Off] button again.
Cycle Completion Signal
1 Open the door and press the [On/Off] button.
2 Hold down the "A" button (see page 15) and press [Start] until the
display indicates "d:00". Release both buttons.
3 Press the "A" button until the display shows "b:02".
4 Press the "C" button to increase or decrease the tone "b:00" = OFF
and "b:03" = LOUDEST
5 Press [Start] to save setting and close the door.
Delay Start
You can delay the start of the cycle in one hour increments up to 24 hours.
1 Press the IOn/Off] button and select desired cycle.
2 Press the [Delay] button until the displayed time corresponds with
your requirements.
h:01 = i hour delay
h:24 = 24 hour delay
3 Press [Start] to activate delay start. Wash cycle will begin after set
time.
To cancel delay start:
1 Press the [Delay] button until "h:00" is indicated on the digital dis-
play.
2 Press [Start] to save setting.
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