Bosch SHE66C User Manual
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DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................... 2
Dishwasher Components ................................................ 3
Dishwasher Features and Options................................... 4
Dishware Materials .......................................................... 5
Preparing and Loading the Dishware ........................... 5-9
Dishware Preparation ................................................ 5
Loading the Dishwasher........................................5-10
Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent .......................... 11-12
Operating the Dishwasher ........................................ 13-14
Dishware Drying....................................................... 15
Unloading the Dishwasher........................................ 15
Care and Maintenance .............................................16-18
Self Help ........................................................................ 19
Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized.................................. 20
Statement of Warranties ................................................ 21
Customer Service ..........................................................22
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!
• 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 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.
• 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
2
WARNING
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.
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.
Dishwasher Components
Door Gasket
Top Rack
Top Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Spray Arm
Vent
Filter System
(in dishwasher
floor)
Bottom Rack
Detergent/
Rinse Agent
Dispenser
Silverware Basket
Model/Serial Number Label
3
Dishwasher Features and Options
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.
Fully Integrated Model (models SHV56C and
SHV57C only): Requires a custom door panel.
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: Upper rack features manual
height adjustability.
Top Rack and Bottom Rack Flip Tines: Tines that
fold down allow loading versatility.
Upper Rack Cup Shelves: Fold-down shelves that
hold cups or large kitchen utensils.
Rack Attachment (models SHE66C, SHV57C and
SHX57C only): Adds additional fold down shelves on
the lower rack.
Knife Rack (models SHE66C, SHX57C and SHV57C
only): Designed to securely hold fine cutlery and
silverware.
OPTIDRY™: Senses when the unit is low on rinse
agent and automatically increases the drying time.
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: Four 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 indicator light
will illuminate to alert you when more rinse agent is
required.
Sanitized Indicator Light: An indicator light will
illuminate to alert you that your dishes are sanitized to
the standards of the National Sanitation Foundation.
INFOLIGHT™ (models SHX57C and SHV57C only):
Red LED illuminates floor to indicate unit is running.
Cycle Completion Signal: A tone that sounds when
your dishwasher finishes washing and drying your
dishes.
Pre Soak (models SHE66C, SHX57C and SHV57C
only): When selected, heated water is distributed over
the dishes to allow hard to remove soils to loosen
before the actual wash cycle begins.
Exact Wash™: Reduces water, energy consumption
and noise by alternately distributing water to either the
upper, lower, or both spray arms.
Auto Wash: The sensors determine the soil load and
automatically adjust the cycle to clean your dishes
while conserving energy.
Delay Start: Allows you to delay the start of the
dishwasher up to 19 hours.
“Top Rack Only™” Cycle: 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.
Child Safety Latch (SHE66C only): A safety feature
that helps prevent children from opening the
dishwasher door.
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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.
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.
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 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.
Separate items of dissimilar metals.
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Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
Loading the Top Rack
Figures 1 and 2 show typical mixed loads for the
top rack.
Figure 1
Figure 2
12 place setting
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 3
and fold
the tines
downward.
Figure 3
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.
RACKMATIC™ Top Rack Height Adjustment
(models SHE66C, SHV57C and SHX57C)
The top rack can be lowered to accommodate
large items in the top rack, and raised to make
room for large items in the bottom rack.
To lower the top
rack:
To raise the top rack:
: When pushing the top rack into the
1. Pull the top
rack out of the
dishwasher until
it stops rolling.
2. Press the
RACKMATIC™
handles inward
as shown in
Figure 4 and let
the rack drop.
1. Pull the top rack out of the dishwasher until it
stops rolling.
2. Grasp the top
of the rack
above the
RACKMATIC™
handles and
pull it upward
as shown in
Figure 5
until the
RACKMATIC™
handles lock the rack into position (you do not
need to press the RACKMATIC™ handles in
order raise the rack).
NOTE: Before you push the top rack back
into the dishwasher, ensure that the rack
height is the same on both sides. Otherwise,
the dishwasher door will not shut and the top
rack spray arm will not connect to the water
circuit.
3. Push the top rack back into the dishwasher.
Figure 4
Figure 5
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Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
Top Rack Height Adjustment
(models SHV56C and SHX56C only)
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 6.
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 7.
Figure 6
Cup Shelves
In addition to cups, the cup shelves can also hold
large utensils.
Grasp the cup
shelves as
shown in
Figure 8 and
fold them down.
Place cups
upside-down on
the cup shelves.
Figure 7
Top Rack Only™ Cycle
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 10
and 11 show
typical
mixed loads
for the bottom
rack.
Figure 10
Figure 8
Knife Rack
(models SHE66C, SHX57C and SHV57C only)
The knife rack is an
extra shelf for
knives and other
large utensils. It is
assembled onto an
edge of the upper
rack.
Place knives with
sharp sides down,
see Figure 9.
Figure 9
Figure 11
12 place setting
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Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
Bottom Rack Accessories
Flip Tines
Flip Tines fold down to make loading the racks
easier in some
instances.
Grasp the tines
as shown in
Figure 12 and
fold the tines
downward.
Rack Attachment
(models SHE66C, SHX57C and SHV57C only)
The rack attachment has two additional cup
shelves upon which to place cups and large
kitchen utensils. The rack attachment is assembled on the rear edge of the lower rack.
To assemble:
Slide the Rack Attachment in Figure 14, keeping
the longest tines on the inside of the top basket
wire (a) and on the outside of the lower basket
wire (b), see Figure 13. The
short tines will snap into
place, see Figure 15.
Figure 13
Rear
a
b
corner
view of
Rack
inset
Figure 12
Figure 14
Loading Extra Tall Items
If an item is too tall to be placed into the bottom
rack even with the top rack in the raised position,
Remove the empty top rack by pulling it out of the
dishwasher until it stops rolling.
Pull the front of the rack upward and outward until
the rollers are completely free of the roller guides.
Set the top rack aside.
Push the
roller guides
back into the
dishwasher.
Insert the
Extra Tall
Item
Sprinkler
into the top
rack spray
outlet and
turn the
sprinkler
clockwise
to lock it
into
position as
shown in
Figure 16.
NOTE
: Keep the vent on the tub’s right side clear
by placing tall items such as plastic cutting
boards and tall baking sheets on the bottom
rack's left side, center, or back.
Figure 16
Rack Attachment Use
To use the rack attachment, fold down the cup
shelves and place items to be washed, see
Figure 15.
Figure 15
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Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
Place your extra tall item(s) in the bottom rack as
shown in Figure 17.
Do not block vent.
Figure 17
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not
reinstall the top rack without removing the
extra tall item sprinkler. Do not reinstall the
top rack with the sprinkler installed.
Loading the Silverware Basket
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.
Keep children away from knives and other sharp
utensils.
NOTE
up to accommodate large or oddly-shaped items.
With the silverware basket tops down, load the
silverware basket following the patterns
suggested in Figure 18. 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.
: The silverware basket tops can be folded
Figure 18
To remove the sprinkler and return the
dishwasher to its normal condition:
1. Turn the sprinkler counterclockwise and
remove it.
2. Retrieve the top rack.
3. Tilt the top rack upwards and position the top
rack rollers onto the roller guides.
4. Continue pushing the top rack until the
rollers are on the guide.
5. Push the top rack into the dishwasher.
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Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
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 19A,
and slide the two halves in opposite directions, as shown in Figure 19A.
2. Pull the two halves apart, as shown in Figure
19B.
Figure 19
A
Some suggestions for placing the two halves in
the lower rack are shown in Figure 20.
Figure 20
B
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Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent
Detergent
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use
hand dishwashing products in your
dishwasher.
Use only detergent specifically designed for
dishwashers. For best results, use fresh
powdered dishwashing detergent.
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). 3.5 tablespoons (45ml) of
detergent will completely fill the detergent
dispenser cup.
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
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.
: If you do not know the hardness of your
Table 1 - Recommended Detergent Amount
Water Type
Wash
Cycle
Power
Scrub
Plus
Auto
Wash
Regular
Wash
Delicate/
Economy
Quick
Wash
Rinse
and
Hold
Unit
ml
Tbsp
ml
Tbsp
ml
Tbsp
ml
Tbsp
ml
Tbsp
Hard Medium Soft
45
3.5 3.5 1.75 to 3.5
25-45
1.75 to 3.5
25-45 25 15-25
1.75 to 3.5
25 15-25 15
1.75 1 to 1.75 1
25 15-25 15
1.75 1 to 1.75 1
None
45
25 15-25
1.75
1.75
None None
1 to 1.75
1 to 1.75
25-45
Rinse Agents
To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid
rinse agent, even if your detergent contains a
rinse agent or drying additive.
Filling the Detergent Dispenser
Fill the dispenser cup as recommend in Table 1.
Slide the detergent dispenser cover in the
direction shown in Figure 21A and press it down
firmly as shown in Figure 21B so that the cover
snaps shut.
Figure 21
A
B
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Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent (continued)
Opening the Detergent Dispenser
Cover
NOTE
cover, press the blue release in the direction
shown in Figure 22. Pressing down on the
release tab will not open the cover.
Press
the blue
release
tab in
the
direction
shown
by the
arrow in
Figure
22.
The cover will slide open to the right.
: To open the detergent dispenser
Figure 22
Filling the Rinse Agent Dispenser
Open the rinse agent dispenser by pressing the
star on the cover with your index finger while
lifting the tab with your thumb as shown in Figure
23.
Figure 23
Return the rinse agent dispenser cover to its shut
position and press it firmly so that the cover
snaps shut.
NOTE
empty rinse agent reservoir.
Refill the rinse agent dispenser when the rinse
agent reservoir level indicator as shown in Figure
24B begins to show a silver background with
black lines or when the Refill Rinse Agent
indicator comes on.
NOTE
Refill Rinse Agent Indicator will go out in a few
minutes after the dishwasher door is shut.
: Figure 24B represents a completely
: After filling the rinse agent dispenser, the
Rinse Agent Dispenser Regulator
The amount of rinse agent dispensed can be
regulated to control spotting and streaking. The
Rinse Agent Dispenser Regulator as shown in
Figure 25 leaves our factory set at 4.
Figure 25
Add liquid rinse agent to the dispenser as shown
in Figure 24A until the rinse agent reservoir is full.
Wipe up any excess rinse agent that puddles
when the dispenser reservoir is full.
Figure 24
B
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To adjust the amount of rinse agent
dispensed:
1. Open the rinse agent dispenser cover.
2. If your dishes are streaked after washing,
turn the regulator to a lower number.
3. If your dishes are spotted after washing,
turn the regulator to a higher number.
Operating the Dishwasher
Selecting the Proper Wash Cycle
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
Takes the guesswork out of cycle selection! The
sensors in the dishwasher automatically adjust
the cycle length, temperature and water changes
based on the soil load.
Regular
Thoroughly cleans large loads having loosely
attached normal soiling.
To avoid damage to delicate or heirloom
items do not wash them in your dishwasher.
Top Rack Only
This option allows you to save energy and water
by washing loads small enough to fill only the top
rack. To activate, select the Top Rack Only button
in addition to one of the cycles listed above.
When using the Top Rack Only feature, dishes
should only be loaded in the top rack.
Starting the Dishwasher
Open the dishwasher door far enough to expose
the control buttons.
Press the On/Off button.
Press the button for the desired wash cycle.
Shut the dishwasher door.
The dishwasher will start automatically and
continue operating until the end of the selected
cycle.
Once you start the dishwasher, leave the
dishwasher door shut until it finishes the cycle.
Delicate/Economy (model SHE66C only)
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.
More information on dishwasher cycles is located
in the Wash Cycle Information section of this
manual.
Selecting Wash Cycle Options
Pre Soak
(models SHE66C, SHX57C and SHV57C only)
To activate, select the Pre Soak button in addition
to one of the cycles listed above. When Pre Soak
is selected, heated water is distributed over the
dishes to allow hard to remove soils to loosen
before the actual wash begins.
Interrupting a Cycle
NOTE
add or remove an item, to add detergent, etc.), it
is best to do so within the first 30 minutes of the
cycle.
Open the dishwasher door far enough to expose
the control buttons.
Press the On/Off button.
: Should you need to interrupt a cycle (to
WARNING
You could be seriously scalded if you open
the dishwasher door quickly during a wash
or rinse cycle. Do not fully open the
dishwasher door for at least 10 seconds or
until water noises stop.
Wait at least ten seconds or until water noises
stop before opening the dishwasher door.
To resume the cycle, press the On/Off button and
shut the dishwasher door.
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Operating the Dishwasher (continued)
Canceling or Changing a Cycle
To cancel or change a cycle, open the
dishwasher door far enough to expose the control
buttons then press and hold for three seconds the
two buttons labeled “Cancel Drain” as shown in
Figure 26.
Figure 26
Cancel Drain
Wait approximately one minute, then press the
On/Off button
You may now begin a new cycle.
Child Safety Latch
(model SHE66C only)
Your dishwasher is shipped from the factory with
the Child Safety Latch disengaged and in the
normal operating mode. Pull on the door handle to
open the door. The Child Safety latch activation
lever is located in the recess for the door handle.
You must look up into the recess to find the Child
Safety Latch activation lever (see Figure 27).
To activate the Child Safety Latch insert a
matchstick or other non-metal object into the
opening as shown in Figure 27. The activation
lever will release and move toward the left.
You have now activated the Child Safety Latch.
Each time you open the dishwasher door you will
need to slide the activation lever to the right
to release the door locking mechanism, you can
then pull the door open (See Figure 28). After you
open the door you should release the Child Safety
Latch Activation lever and let it slide back toward
the left.
To deactivate the Child Safety Latch insert a
matchstick or other non-metal object into the
opening as shown in Figure 29. Slide the
activation level to the right and hold. Remove the
matchstick and release the lever. The feature has
now been deactivated and you can open the door
by pulling the handle.
Figure 27
Figure 28
Figure 29
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Operating the Dishwasher (continued)
Dishware Drying
At the end of the cycle the dishwasher will stop
and a period of condensation drying will follow.
After 12 - 15 minutes of drying:
• the cycle countdown display will read “0”.
• the “Sanitized” light may appear. See section
on Sanitization for more information.
NOTE
your dishwasher’s heating time may be reduced
and the “Sanitized” light may not illuminate. Your
Dishwasher Installation Manual has information
on the recommended temperature for your
household hot water supply.
NOTE
the dishwasher door, pull the top rack a few
inches out of the dishwasher, and prop the
dishwasher door against the top rack.
: If your household water supply is too hot,
: To accelerate and enhance drying, open
OPTIDRY™
This feature senses when the unit is low on rinse
agent and automatically increases the drying
time.
“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, go 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.
If the Extra Tall Item Sprinkler was installed, return
the dishwasher to its normal condition (see the
Loading Extra Tall Items instructions in the
“Loading the Dishwasher” section of this manual).
Additional Drying Heat
With this option you can raise the temperature of
the rinse water and increase the drying time,
which will result in improved drying.
Press and hold the left “Cancel Drain” button,
then press and hold the On/Off button.
When the LED display shows a “0” or a “1”,
release both buttons.
To enable the Additional Drying Heat, press the
left “Cancel Drain” button until the LED display
shows a “1”.
To disable the Additional Drying Heat, press the
left “Cancel Drain” button until the LED display
shows a “0”.
Press the On/Off button to save the setting.
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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.
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.
To remove the top spray arm:
1. Remove the
empty top
rack from
the
dishwasher.
2. Turn the
rack upsidedown. The
top spray
arm is held
in position
by a locking
nut as
shown in
Figure 30A.
Turn the
locking nut
counter-clockwise
1/8 turn and remove it, as shown in Figure
30B to release the spray arm.
3. Remove
the spray
arm as
shown in
Figure 31.
4. Look for
obstruction
in the
spray
nozzles.
A
B
Figure 30
Figure 31
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5. If the spray nozzles need cleaning, flush
them under running water.
Care and Maintenance (continued)
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 32.
Figure 32
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.
To Remove the Large Object Trap/Cylinder
Filter Assembly:
1. Remove the bottom rack.
2. Grasp the assembly as shown in Figure 33
and turn it counterclockwise 1/4 turn.
Figure 33
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.
3. Lift out the assembly as shown in Figure 34.
Figure 34
Large
Object
Trap/
Cylinder
Filter
CAUTION
To avoid injury, do not reach into the large
object trap with your fingers. The large
object trap could contain sharp objects.
4. Carefully examine the assembly. If you find
debris in the Large Object Trap, turn it
upside-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.
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Care and Maintenance (continued)
To Remove the Fine Filter and the Micro
Filter:
1. Lift the Fine Filter from the dishwasher floor
as shown
in Figure
35 and
flush it
clean by
holding it
under
running
water.
2. Remove the Micro Filter
as shown
in Figure 36
and flush
it clean
by holding
it under
running
water.
Figure 35
Fine
Filter
Figure 36
Micro
Filter
To avoid possible diswasher damage, do
not use harsh chemicals, abrasive
cleaners, scouring pads (metal or plastic),
or abrasive cloths/paper towels to clean
your dishwasher’s exterior door panel.
Your dishwasher’s exterior door panel can
be damaged by doing so.
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.
To reinstall the filter system:
1. Return the Micro Filter (select models) to its
installed position.
2. Return the Fine Filter to its installed position.
3. Place the Large Object Trap/Cylinder Filter
Assembly into its installed position in the
dishwasher floor.
4. Turn the ring handle clockwise 1/4 turn until it
is locked.
The arrow
on the ring
handle
and the
arrow on
the Fine
Filter
should
point to
each
other, as
shown by the circle in Figure 37.
5. Gently pull the ring handle to ensure that the
assembly is locked into place.
Figure 37
Clean the Door Gasket
Regularly clean the door gasket with a damp
cloth to remove food particles and other debris.
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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 your
having to call a repair person.
Dishes do not dry
The rinse agent dispenser may be empty. Check
the rinse-aid dispenser and refill it if necessary.
Dishware drying can be accelerated and
enhanced by opening the dishwasher door slightly
and propping it open with the top rack.
Indicator light(s) do not come on
A fuse may have blown or a circuit breaker
tripped. Check the fuse or circuit breaker at your
fuse box/breaker box and replace the fuse or
reset the breaker if necessary.
Dishwasher does not start
The dishwasher door may not be properly shut.
Make certain the dishwasher door is shut and
latched.
Dishwasher runs a long time
If the dishwasher completes the cycle, but the run
time seems exceptionally long, it may be due to
cold incoming water. Before starting the
dishwasher, open the hot water faucet at the sink
nearest the dishwasher. Run the water until it
runs hot, then turn off the water and start the
dishwasher.
Water not pumped from dishwasher
Make certain the drain hose isn’t kinked, clogged,
or improperly installed. Make certain a portion of
the drain hose is at least 20 inches above the
dishwasher’s enclosure floor (see the Installation
Manual). Filters may be clogged. Make certain the
filter system isn’t clogged (see the Care and
Maintenance section of this manual). The kitchen
sink drain may be clogged; you may need a
plumber rather than a serviceman for the
dishwasher. If an air gap is installed at sink, it
may be clogged.
Detergent dispenser cover will not shut
You may not be correctly shutting the detergent
dispenser cover, or a cycle was not finished and
should be cancelled. Go to the Adding Detergent
and Rinse Agent section of this manual for
instructions on shutting the detergent dispenser
cover. Go to the Operating the Dishwasher
section of this manual for instructions on
canceling a cycle.
Streaks on glassware
Too much rinse agent is being dispensed. Go to
the Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent section of
this manual for instructions on decreasing the
amount of rinse agent dispensed.
Rattling noises
Utensils may not be properly arranged.
Machine cycle does not advance to rinse
NOTE
your Bosch dishwasher will help you with the
following instructions. The water supply line may
be shut off. Check the water supply valve and
open it if it’s shut.
White spots left on dishes
More rinse agent is needed. Go to the Adding
Detergent and Rinse Agent section of this manual
for instructions on increasing the amount of rinse
agent dispensed.
: The Installation Manual that came with
Suds in dishwasher
You may have used the wrong type of
dishwashing detergent. Use only automatic
dishwasher detergents.
Unsatisfactory washing results
• Incorrect amount of detergent.
• Utensils incorrectly arranged or rack
overloaded.
• Spray arm rotation blocked by utensils.
• Spray arm nozzles need cleaning.
• Filters not properly fitted into position.
• Unsuitable cycle selected.
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Wash Cycle Information
NOTE
wash load, factors over which the manufacturer has no control. Therefore, the times and quantities in this
charts are approximate.
: Cycle duration and water consumption depend largely upon household water temperature and
TM
Note: If the unit is out of rinse agent the OPTIDRY
approximately 10 minutes.
Note: If Additional Drying Heat is selected the cycle will be extended by approximately 20 minutes.
Note: If Pre Soak is selected, the cycle will be extended by approximately 15 minutes.
feature will automatically extend the cycle time by
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” indicator on your dishwasher control panel will
illuminate.
NOTE
“Sanitized” light or symbol may not illuminate. Your Dishwasher Installation Manual has information on the
recommended temperature for your household hot water supply.
: If your household water supply is too hot, your dishwasher’s heating time may be reduced and the
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Statement of Warranties - Bosch Dishwashers
The warranties provided by BSH Home Appliances (“Bosch”) in this Statement of Warranties apply only to Bosch
Dishwashers sold to the first using purchaser by Bosch or its authorized dealers, retailers, or service centers in the
United Sates or Canada. The Warranties provided herein are not transferrable. TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE,
CONTACT THE NEAREST BOSCH AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER OR CALL 1-800-944-2904 OR WRITE BSH
HOME APPLIANCES CORP. DIRECTLY AT 5551 McFADDEN AVENUE, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92649. BE SURE
TO PROVIDE YOUR DISHWASHER’S MODEL, SERIAL NUMBER, PURCHASE DATE, AND THE SELLER’S NAME
AND ADDRESS.
*Date of installation shall refer to the earlier of the date the dishwasher is installed or ten business days after the delivery
date.
1 Year Full Limited Warranty from Date of Installation*: Bosch will repair or replace any component part that proves
defective under conditions of normal home use free of charge, labor and shipping costs included. Repair service must be
performed by an Authorized Bosch Service Center (All cosmetic defects must be reported within 30 days of installation).
2 Year Limited Warranty from Date of Installation*: Bosch will provide replacement parts free of charge for any
component part that proves defective under conditions of normal home use, labor charges excluded.
5 Year Limited Warranty on Electronics from Date of Installation*: Bosch will repair or replace any microprocessor or
printed circuit boards that prove defective under conditions of normal home use during the second through the fifth year
from the date of installation, labor charges excluded.
5 Year Limited Warranty from Date of Installation*: Bosch will replace the upper or lower dish rack (excluding rack
components) free of charge, if the rack proves defective in materials or workmanship under conditions of normal home
use during the second through the fifth year, labor charges excluded.
Lifetime Warranty against Stainless Steel Rust Through from Date of Installation: Bosch will replace your
dishwasher with the same model or a current model that is equivalent or better in functionality if the inner liner should
rust through under conditions of normal home use, labor charges excluded. Bosch will replace the stainless steel door
of any dishwasher if the door should rust through under conditions of normal home use, labor charges excluded.
EXCLUSIONS: This warranty does not cover service calls or repairs to correct the installation of the dishwasher, to
provide instructions on the use of your dishwasher, to replace fuses or to correct plumbing or the electric wiring in your
home or to repair any dishwasher the use of which was in a manner other than what is normal and customary for home
use. In addition, the warranties provided in this Statement exclude any defects or damage arising from accident,
alteration, misuse, abuse, improper installation, unauthorized service work, external forces beyond Bosch’s control,
such as fire, flood, and other acts of God, or installation not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes. Labor
charges incurred in the repair or replacement of any dishwasher more than one year from date of installation shall not be
covered by this warranty. Any and all replaced and/or repaired parts shall assume the identity of the original for purposes
of the applicable warranty period.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. BOSCH DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES.
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