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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 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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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions........................................................2-3
Dishwasher Components..................................................................4
Dishwasher Setup..........................................................................5-6
Dishware Materials...........................................................................7
Loading the Dishwasher..................................................................7-8
Rack Accessories.........................................................................9-10
Dishwasher Cycles and Options.......................................................11
Wash Cycle Information..................................................................11
Operating the Dishwasher...........................................................12-14
Care and Maintenance.....................................................................15
Self Help....................................................................................16-17
Customer Service............................................................................18
Warranty Information......................................................................19
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Please READ
and 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 in 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 unless you are certain the electrical supply has been correctly installed or the
dishwasher has been properly grounded.
Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing products can damage
your dishwasher and may present health hazards!
NOTICE
Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for
the possible damages or consequences.
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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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 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.
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 cuttype 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 dishwasher.
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 par-
ents/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 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.
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 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.
13 For a cord-connect appliance:
• This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, ground-
ing will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of elec-
tric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in
doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance, if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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.
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Dishwasher Components
SHX9PT55UC, SHV9PT53UC
A
B
C
3rd Rack
Top rack
Top rack spray arm
Tablet collecting tray
Bottom rack spray arm
Salt container
Bottom rack
Rinse agent dispenser
Detergent dispenser
Filter system
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Dishwasher Setup
Water Softening System
Your dishwasher requires soft water to ensure proper washing results and is equipped with an internal
water softening system. However, if you have a household water softening system, the internal system
provided is not needed.
For the water softening system to function properly, it will need to use the dishwasher water softening
salt. The amount of salt dispensed can be set from “H:00” to “H:07”. Salt is not required at H:00 (this is
the default factory setting). The amount of salt required depends on the degree of hardness of your tap
water. See Table 1.
1 Turn the unit on using the [ON/OFF] button.
2 Hold down the “A” button (see page 4) and press [START] until the display indicates “H:00”.
3 Release both buttons.
4 Press the “C” button to select the desired setting.
5 Save the selected setting by pressing [START].
Using the water hardness test strip
Hard Water and your Dishwasher
Your water hardness level directly impacts your dishwasher's performance. Hard water will increase spotting and reduce detergent performance. Some dishwasher models are equipped with a water softener that uses a special salt to adjust the water hardness to obtain optimal
performance. The dishwasher salt is added to the salt chamber located under the lower dishwasher rack. The amount of salt that is dispensed
is based on your home water hardness. The home water hardness can be determined by using the water hardness test strip included in your
manual set (or from your local hardware store). The dishwasher water softener setting must be adjusted to match your water hardness.
Instructions for use of included "Water Hardness Test Strip"
Only use salt designed for automatic dishwashers. Never use household water softener salt or table salt.
Follow the instructions below for the included test strip (If purchasing a different test strip, follow manufacturers ins tructions).
Step 1 - Run the water at the k itc hen sink for 5 minutes .
Step 2 - Dip the end of the test st rip with the colored squares into the tap water for 1 second and shake off exces s water.
Step 3 - After one minute, compare t he test strip to the chart below and determine the Dishwasher W ater Softener setting.
Step 4 - Adjust the dishwasher Wat er Softener setting. Consult your Use and Care manual for details.
Step 5 - If required, add salt to the dishwasher salt chamber as shown.
Adjusting the Water Softener Setting of your Dishwasher (select models)
Using the Test Strip included with your dishwasher
(Purchased Test St rips May have a Different Scale)
Dishwasher
Water Softener
setting
H:00 No 0 116 0 6 0 6
H:01 Y es 117 152 7 8 7 8
H:02 Y es 153 188 9 10 9 10
H:03 Y es 189 223 11 13 11 12
H:04 Y es 224 294 14 17 13 16
H:05 Y es 295 383 18 22 17 21
H:06 Y es 384 544 23 31 22 30
H:07 Y es 545 890 32 52 31 50
Add salt to
dishwasher salt
chamber
Water Hardness Conversion Chart (Only necessary if
you purchase a different Test Strip)
ppm Grains/gallon (gpg) °dH
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Salt
Refill the salt container, using a funnel to pour, right before turning on the
unit to ensure that salt overflow is immediately washed away. This prevents
corrosion. See Figure 1.
1 Open the screw cap of the salt container.
2 Fill the container with water (only required when turning on the unit for the
first time).
3 Add dishwasher salt until the was is displaced and runs out.
4 Refill with salt as soon as the salt refill indicator is lit.
Notice: Never fill the salt dispenser with detergent. It will destroy the water
softening system. To prevent corrosion, refill with salt and immediately begin
any cycle.
Note: Refill salt only when the “Refill Salt” LED is lit.
Do not use salt tablets or any salt other than dishwasher water softening salt.
For more information about ordering salt please contact Customer Service.
Detergent
Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers.
Note: To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your
dishwasher.
The dishwasher uses less water, therefore, less detergent is required. With
soft water, 1 tablespoon (15ml) of detergent will clean most loads. The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure detergent (Figure 2) to 1 table-
spoon (15ml) and 1.75 tablespoons (25ml). 3 tablespoons (45ml) of
detergent will completely fill the detergent dispenser.
Note: If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15ml of detergent. Increase the amount if necessary to the least amount required to get your
kitchenware clean.
Figure 1
Figure 2
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Figure 3
Use the measuring lines in the detergent dispenser cup as a guide to measure
the amount of detergent recommended in Table 2.
To Close:
• Place finger as shown in Figure 3.
• Slide door closed and press down firmly until it clicks.
To Open:
• To open the cover, push the button as shown in Figure 4.
• Cover will slide open.
Table 2- Recommended Detergent Amount
Wash Cycle
Heavy 45ml (3tbsp) 45ml (3tbsp) 25-45ml (1.75-3tbsp)
Auto 25-45ml (1.75-3tbsp) 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp)
Glass 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp) 15ml (1tbsp)
Normal 25-45ml (1.75-3tbsp) 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp)
Express 25ml (1.75tbsp) 15-25ml (1-1.75tbsp) 15ml (1tbsp)
Rinse none none none
Hard Water/
Heavy Soil
Medium Water/
Medium Soil
Soft Water/
Little Soil
Figure 4
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Rinse Aid
To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse aid, even if your detergent
contains a rinse aid or drying additive.
Note: The dishwasher indicates low rinse aid by turning on the Refill Rinse Aid LED
in the display. If this light is on, you need to refill the rinse aid dispenser by following the directions below.
Adding Rinse Aid
Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser until the reservoir is full (see Figure 5).
Wipe up any excess rinse aid that may puddle when the dispenser reservoir is
full. The indicator light will go out a few moments after the dishwasher door is
shut.
See page 12 for how to adjust the amount of rinse aid dispensed.
Figure 5
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 alu-
minum 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 fall over or come in contact with other utensils
during the wash cycle.
Glass: Milk glasses may discolor or become yellow.
Non-stick Coatings: Apply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick surfaces 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, 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 dish-
ware 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 soiling. Remove all food particles, 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 into the dishwasher. 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.
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Suggested Loading Pattern for Dishes
Top Rack
Bottom Rack
Silverware Basket
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3
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4
3
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3rd Rack
4
Top Rack
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1- Salad fork
2- Teaspoon
3- Dinner fork
4- Knife
5- Tablespoon
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7
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6- Serving spoon
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7- Serving fork
3
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Suggested Loading Pattern for Dishes (10 place settings)
Bottom Rack
3rd Rack
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Rack Accessories
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 position as shown in Fig-
ure 6.
Extra Tall Item Sprinkler
If an item is too tall to be placed in 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. 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 into position. See Figure 7.
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 or
center.
Figure 6
Figure 7
NOTICE
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not reinstall the top rack without removing
the Extra Tall Item Sprinkler.
Plastic Item Clips
Light-weight plastic accessories (cups, lids, etc.) can be held securely by the
plastic item clips. See Figure 8.
3-Step RackMatic®
The height of the upper rack can be adjusted in 3 steps to create more space.
1 Pull the top rack out of the dishwasher until it stops.
2 To lower the rack, push the lever inward then upward.
3 To raise the rack, hold the basket on the sides of the upper rack and lift
up.
Figure 8
Figure 9
Note: Before pushing the top rack into the dishwasher, 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.
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Cutlery Drawer
The cutlery drawer horizontally positions knives, spatulas and other oversized tools for improved cleaning and easier loading and unloading. The
sides of the cutlery drawer can be raised and lowered as shown in Figure
10 to accomodate larger items.
When loading large items such as pilsner glasses or 10” plates in the upper
rack (as seen in Figure 11), the drawer can be removed to allow more room.
Figure 10
Figure 11
To remove:
• Pull empty drawer out of dishwasher until it stops rolling.
• While pulling toward you, lift the front of the drawer upward and outward
(see Figure 12) until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides.
• Place empty drawer in safe place.
To reinstall:
• Pull the roller guides on both sides out of the dishwasher.
• Position drawer hooks on top of the roller guides (see Figure 13).
• While holding one roller guide, slide drawer’s top wheel over the roller
guide stop (see Figure 14).
• Repeat on other side.
• Slide drawer back into dishwasher.
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 14
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Dishwasher Cycles and Options
Wash Cycles
Heavy: Best for cleaning items with baked-on food or grease. These dishes would normally require soaking.
Auto: With our most complex soil sensing capability, this cycle is perfect for use with mixed loads of dishware and varying
amounts of food soil. This is the most flexible cycle and is a good choice for everyday use.
Glass: A cycle for lightly soiled dishes, ideal for temperature sensitive items or cutlery. In this cycle the temperature is reduced to
help prevent dishes from becoming damaged. It is especially helpful to reduce a cloudy or etched appearance on glasses.
Note: Some glasses are more prone to etching due to glass manufacturing processes.
Normal: Thoroughly cleans a full load of normally soiled dishes.
Note: The Energy Guide Label was based on this soil sensing cycle with all available options turned off. As prescribed in the energy test procedure, the unit was tested without any Rinse Aid in the Rinse Aid dispenser. A single dose of detergent was used in the Detergent Dispenser, with
no detergent used in the prewash. For models with a 3rd rack, the test was conducted with the upper rack in the middle position.
Express: Cleans lightly soiled dishes and reduces overall wash time. Use this cycle to clean glasses and dessert dishware that may need to be reused at the same event.
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: Allows you to delay the start time of your dishwasher up to 24 hours.
Speed Perfect: The Speed Perfect option is available with Heavy, Auto, Eco and Normal cycles.
Half Load: The Half Load option can reduce the energy and water consumption when washing small, lightly soiled loads
that fill approximately half of the dishwasher’s capacity.
Delicate: The Delicate option is available only in the Heavy, Auto and Nomral 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 Normal cycles. Select one of these cycles, press the
“Sanitize Option” button and then press Start to activate the Sanitation features. 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 Wash when turned off and back on. If you used the sanitize option in your
last cycle, the dishwasher will default to Auto Wash with the Sanitize option selected when you turn it on.
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Wash Cycle Information
The cycle times in this Use and Care Manual are based on normal soil loads and 120°F incoming water and will vary
based on your actual conditions
cycle time 110-135 min 105-129 min 80-85 min 130-135 min 30 min 9 min
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Table 3 - Wash Cycle Information
Heavy Auto Glass Normal Express Rinse
water consumption 18.6-24.2 L
4.9-6.4 gal
wash temperature 66-71°C
150-160°F
rinse temperature 72°C
162°F
Speed Perfect
cycle time 95-110 min 75-90 min 60-70 min 95-105min n/a n/a
water consumption 16.3-20.5 L
4.3-5.5 gal
Half Load
cycle time 115 min 95-105 min 75-80 min 90-99 min n/a n/a
water consumption 17.9 L
4.8 gal
Delicate
cycle time 105-110 min 90-105 min n/a 100-120 min n/a n/a
water consumption 18.6-24.2 L
4.9-6.4 gal
Sanitize
cycle time 130-150 min 125-150 min n/a 135-155 min n/a n/a
water consumption 18.6-24.2 L
4.9-6.4 gal
13.1-24.5 L
3.5-6.5 gal
53-66°C
127-150°F
70°C
158°F
16.1-20 L
4.3-5.3 gal
10.2-16.5 L
2.7-4.4 gal
13.1-24.5 L
3.5-6.5 gal
13.1-24.5 L
3.5-6.5 gal
9.3-14.5 L
2.5-3.8 gal
45-50°C
113-122°F
62°C
144°F
9.2-12.5 L
2.4-3.3 gal
9.3-12.5 L
2.5-3.3 gal
n/a 8.8-20.8 L
n/a 8.8-20.8 L
16.6-21.1 L
8.8-20.8 L
2.4-5.5 gal
45-55°C
113-131°F
62-69°C
140-156°F
4.4-5.6 gal
10.8-13.9 L
2.8-3.7 gal
2.4-5.5 gal
2.4-5.5 gal
10.5 L
2.8 gal
45°C
113°F
50°C
122°F
n/a n/a
n/a n/a
n/a n/a
n/a n/a
1.1 gal
incoming
incoming
4.1 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, that all cycles have passed sanitization performance tests.
Operating the Dishwasher
Start the dishwasher
1 Press the [On/Off] button. The LED of the last selected cycle flashes.
2 Select a cycle and desired options.
3 Press [Start].
Cancel a cycle
1 Press and hold the [Start] button for approximately 3 seconds until the display reads “0:01”.
2 Wait about 1 minute while the dishwasher drains.
3 Open the door and press the [On/Off] button.
Interrupt a cycle
1 Press the [On/Off] button to turn the unit off.
2 To resume the cycle, press the On/Off button again.
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