Bosch SHV68M03UC/53, SHX55M02UC/46, SHX55M02UC/50, SHX55M05UC/46, SHX55M06UC/46 Owner’s Manual
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YOUR LIFE. OUR INSPIRATION.
DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL
MODEL: SHE66C, SHX56C, SHV56C, SHX57C, SHV57C, SHY56A, SHE58C, SHX55M,
SHE68M, SHX68M, SHV68M
GUIDE D'ENTRETIEN ET D'UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE
MODI_LE: SHE66C, SHX56C, SHV56C, SHX57C, SHV57C, SHY56A, SHE58C, SHX55M,
SHE68M, SHX68M, SHV68M
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS
MODI_LOS: SHE66C, SHX56C, SHV56C, SHX57C, SHV57C, SHY56A, SHE58C, SHX55M,
SHE68M, SHX68M, SHV68M
9000220401Rev A 05/07
Congratulations, and Thank You from Bosch!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................... 4-5
Thank you for selecting a Bosch dishwasher. You have
joined the many consumers who demand quiet and superior
performance from their dishwashers.
This manual was written with your safety and convenience in
mind, and the information contained herein is very important.
We highly recommend that you read this manual before you
use your dishwasher for the first time.
To learn even more about your dishwasher and available
accessories, as well as many other top-quality Bosch appliances,
visit our website at
www.boschappliances.com.
Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. Call
1-800-944-2904, or write to:
BSHHome Appliances, Corp.
5551 McFadden Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Enjoy!
Dishwasher Components ......................................................... 5
Dishwasher Features and Options ............................................ 6
Dishware Materials .................................................................. 7
Preparing and Loading the Dishware .................................... 7-9
Dishware Preparation ...................................................... 7
Loading the Dishwasher ................................................ 7-9
Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent ................................... 10-I I
Operating the Dishwasher ................................................ 11-13
Dishware Drying ............................................................ 13
Unloading the Dishwasher ............................................. 13
Care and Maintenance ..................................................... 14-I 5
Wash Cycle InformationlSanitized .......................................... 16
Self Help ............................................................................... 17
Statement of Warranties ........................................................ 18
Customer Service .................................................................. 19
lmportant Safety Instructions- Save This 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.
WARNING
Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unqualified service technicians or non-original replace-
ment parts. All repairs must be performed by a qualified service technician using only original equipment factory replace-
ment parts.
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.
ATTENTION
Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for possible damages or
consequences.
ATTENTION
Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing cleaning products can damage your dish-
washer and may present health hazards!
ATTENTION
It is highly recommended for the end use consumer to become familiar with the procedure to shut off the incoming wa-
ter supply and the procedure to shut off the incoming power supply. See the Installation Instructions or speak with your
installer for more information.
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Important Safety Instructions- Save This Information
• This appliance must be grounded to a metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the
circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher. See the Installation Instructions
included with this dishwasher for more information on electrical requirements.
Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which isthe 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 utensilswith their HANDLES 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 isthe 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 hydro-
gen 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.
Dishwasher Components
Door Gasket
Top Rack
Top Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Rinse Agent
Dispenser
.Vent
Extra Tall
Item Sprinkler
(select models
Filter System
(in dishwasher
floor)
Silverware Basket
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(select models)
Detergent
Dispenser
Model/Serial Number Label
Dishwasher Features and Options
Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor TM, and triple insulation make this dishwasher one of the
quietest in North America.
Stainless Steel TALLTUBTM: A rust-free, hygienic interior surface with a lifetime warranty.
Nylon Coated Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a five-year warranty.
Flow-Through HeaterTM: Heats water to a temperature of up to 1 61°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.
SENSOTRONIC TM Water Condition Monitor: 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.
Water Shut-Off: A safety feature that stops the flow of incoming water, if water is detected in the base of the dishwasher.
Fully Integrated Unit (select models): A fully integrated unit that requires a custom front door.
ECO function (select models): This option saves energy by reducing the water temperature.
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Model Number
Control Panel Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden Hidden
Design Top Top Top Top Top Top Top Top Top Top Top
Control Control Control Control Control Control Control Control Control Control Control
Audible Cycle
Completion Signal yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
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Clean Light no no no no no yes no no no no no
Countdown Display yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Refill Rinse Agent Display as Display as Display as Display as Display as Display as Display as Display as Display as Display as Display as
Indicator Lig ht _'_ _,_ _ ,_, ,_, _ ,_, ,_, ;_ ,_, ,_.
Sanitized Indicator Displayas Displayas Displayas Displayas Displayas Displayas Dispiayas Displayas Dispiayas Displayas Displayas
Light ! I ! I ! I ! ! I ! I
Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on 5hownon
Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on Shown on 3hownon
Delay Start yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Child Safety Latch yes no no no no no yes no no yes no
Upper Rack
Flip Tines yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Lower Rack
Flip Tines
Silverware Basket
no yes yes yes no yes yes yes yes yes yes
Premium Premium Premium Premium Premium Premium Premium Premium Premium Premium Premium
Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible Flexible
Top Rack Only or
Half Load yes yes yes yes yes no yes yes yes yes yes
Extra Dry Heat
yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
OPTIDRY TM yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
INFOLIGHTTM no no no yes yes no no yes yes no yes
Status Indicator
Flow Through yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Water Heater
ECO no
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Dishware Materials
NOTE: Before using your dishwasher for the first time, check the information in this section. Some
items are not dishwasher safe and should be hand-washed; others require special loading. Contact
the item's manufacturer if you are unsure about the item's dishwasher suitability.
Recommended
Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may fade over time. Minerals in your water may 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.
Figure 1
10 place setting top rack
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Figure 2
12 place setting top rack
Figure 3
Pewter, Brass, Bronze: Pewter will tarnish. Hand-wash and dry immediately.
Tin: Tin will rust. Hand-wash and dry immediately.
Wood: Wooden bowls, wooden utensils, and wood-handled utensils can crack, warp, and lose
their finish.
Preparing and Loading the Dishware
Dishware Preparation
Do not pre-wash items having loosely-attached soiling. Remove large food particles, bones, seeds,
toothpicks, and excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require
pre-treatment.
Loading the Dishwasher
Check the Materials section of this manual if you are unsure about an item's dishwasher suitability.
Load only dishwasher-safe items into the dishwasher. Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so that
the insides of bowls, pots, and pans are facing the spray arms. 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.
ATTENTION
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with objects such as paper prod-
ucts, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal dishware and kitchen-
ware. Do not load the dishwasher with anything other than dishwasher-safe dishware and
kitchenware.
Figure 4
Figure 5
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10placesettingbottomrack
Top Rack Accessories
Top Rack Rip 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. Do not push the top rack with
the door.
Top Rack Height Adjustment
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 raise the top rack:
1. Pull the top rack out of the dishwasher until it stops rolling.
Figure7
12placesettingbottomrack
Figure 8
2. Grasp the top of the rack above the Automatic Height-Adjustable Top Rack handles and pull
it upward as shown in Figure 4 until the Automatic Height-Adjustable Top Rackhandles lock
the rack into position (you do not need to press the Automatic Height-Adjustable Top Rack
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.
To lower the top rack:
1. Pull the top rack out of the dishwasher until it stops rolling.
2. Pressthe Automatic Height- Adjustable Top Rack handles inward as shown in
Figure 5 and let the rack drop.
Loading the Bottom Rack
Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots, pans and bowls upside-down. Figures 6 and 7
show typical mixed loads for the bottom rack.
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 8. Place your extra tall item(s) in the bottom rack asshown in Figure 9.
NOTE: Keep the vent on the tub's right side clear by placing tall items such asplastic cutting
boards and tall baking sheets on the bottom rack's left side, center, or back.
Figure 9
Do not block vent.
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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.
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.
Loading the Silverware Basket
NOTE: The silverware basket tops can be folded up to accommodate large or oddly-shaped items.
ATTENTION
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