Bosch SHV98M, SHX99A, SHX98M, SHE98M, SHE99C User Manual
YOUR LIFE. OUR INSPIRATION.
DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL
MODEL: SHE99C / SHV99A / SHX99A / SHE98M / SHX98M / SHV98M
GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN ET D’UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE
MODÈLE: SHE99C / SHV99A / SHX99A / SHE98M / SHX98M / SHV98M
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS
MODELOS: SHE99C / SHV99A / SHX99A / SHE98M / SHX98M / SHV98M
9000220400 REV A · 06/07
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
rst 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.
You can call us at
1-800-944-2904, or you can write us at:
BSH Home 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 ......................................................
Loading the Dishwasher ..............................................
Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent ...................................10-11
Operating the Dishwasher ................................................12-14
Before you begin ............................................................
Cycles and Options ....................................................
Starting the Dishwasher .................................................
Care and Maintenance .....................................................14-17
Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized ..........................................18
Self Help ...............................................................................19
Statement of Warranties ........................................................20
Customer Service ..................................................................21
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Important Safety Instructions - Save This Information
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 dishwasher 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 water supply and the procedure to shut off the incoming power supply. See the Installation Instructions or speak with your
installer for more information.
WARNING
Misuse of the dishwasher can result in serious injury or death. Do not use the dishwasher in any way not covered in this
manual or for any purpose other than those explained on the following pages.
WARNING
Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unqualied service technicians or non-original replacement parts. All repairs must be performed by a qualied service technician using only original equipment factory replace-
ment parts.
WARNING
Electrical shock or re 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.
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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 is the washing of household dishware and kitchenware.
• This dishwasher is provided with
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 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.
• 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 qualied 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 ow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is explosive, do not smoke or use an open ame during this time.
• Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding.
• To avoid oor 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 ll valve. Damage caused by
freezing is not covered by the warranty.
Installation Instructions and this Use and Care Manual. Read and understand all instructions
Dishwasher Components
Door Gasket
Top Rack
Top Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Rinse Agent
Dispenser
Vent
Extra Tall
Item Sprinkler
Filter System
(in dishwasher
oor)
Silverware Basket
Detergent
Dispenser
Model/Serial Number Label
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Dishwasher Features and Options
Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, and triple insulation make Dishwashers the quietest in
North America.
Fully Integrated Model (select models): Requires a custom door panel.
Condensation Drying: A high temperature nal rinse, a low temperature stainless steel tub, and the sheeting action of a rinse aid result
in drying that is hygienic, energy efcient, and economical.
Digital Countdown Display: A digital readout that counts down the time remaining in the cycle, and is also used in setting other
options.
Exact Wash™: Reduces water, energy consumption and noise by alternately distributing water to either the upper, lower, or both spray
arms.
Exceptionally Low Water Usage: As little as 3.1 gallons in the Auto Delicate cycle.
Filter System: Four lters ensure distribution of clean water and protect the main pump and the drain pump from foreign material.
Flow-Through Heater™: Heats water to a temperature of up to 161°F.
Nylon Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a ve-year warranty.
Rell Rinse Aid Indicator: The control display reads “Rell Rinse Aid” when the rinse aid dispenser needs relling.
Sanitized Indicator: The control display reads “Sanitized” to indicate that your dishes are sanitized to the standards of the National
Sanitation Foundation.
SENSOTRONIC™: Checks water condition and decides whether a second fresh water ll is necessary.
Stainless Steel TALLTUB™: A rust-free, hygienic interior surface with a lifetime warranty.
Water Shut-Off: A safety feature that stops the ow of incoming water if water is detected in the base of the dishwasher.
Additional Drying Heat: Raises the rinse water temperature, which results in better drying.
Cup Shelves: Fold-down shelves that hold cups or large kitchen utensils.
Cycle Completion Signal: A tone that sounds when your dishwasher nishes washing and drying your dishes.
Delay Start: Allows you to delay the start of the wash cycle for up to 24 hours.
Knife Rack: Designed to securely hold ne cutlery and silverware.
RACKMATIC™ Height-Adjustable Top Rack: Lower the top rack to accommodate large items in the top rack, or raise the top rack to
make room for larger items in the bottom rack.
Top Rack and Bottom Rack Flip Tines: Tines that fold down allow loading versatility.
INFOLIGHT™ (select models): Red LED illuminates oor to indicate unit is running.
OPTIDRY™: Senses when the unit is low on rinse aid and automatically adjusts the drying performance.
CLEARTOUCH™ Controls: Provide easy cleaning while preventing accidental activation.
Rack Attachment: Adds additional fold down shelves on the lower rack.
ECO function (select models): This option saves energy by reducing water temperature.
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Dishware Materials
NOTE: Before using your dishwasher for the rst 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-lled steel wool
pad.
China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some
hand-painted pieces may discolor, fade, or spot. Hand-wash these pieces. Position fragile
glassware so that it will not topple over or
contact other pieces during the wash cycle.
Glass: Milk glass may yellow.
Non-Stick Coatings: Apply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick surfaces after drying.
Plastics: Make sure the piece is dishwasher safe.
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver, and Silver Plate: Place these pieces so that they do not contact
dissimilar metals.
Not Recommended
Acrylic: Crazing (small cracks throughout the acrylic) may occur.
Adhesive-Joined Pieces: Adhesives that join materials such as plastic, wood, bone, steel copper,
tin, etc. may loosen.
Bone-Handled Utensils: Handles may separate.
Iron: Iron will rust. Hand-wash and dry immediately.
Non-Dishware Items: Your dishwasher is intended for use in cleaning ONLY standard household
dishware and kitchenware.
Pewter, Brass, Bronze: Pewter will tarnish. Hand-wash and dry immediately.
Tin: Tin will rust. Hand-wash and dry immediately.
Wood: Wooden bowls, wooden utensils, and wood-handled utensils can crack, warp, and lose
their nish.
Figure 1
10 place setting top rack
Figure 2
12 place setting top rack
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 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.
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Figure 3
10 place setting bottom rack
Loading the Bottom Rack
Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots, pans and bowls upside-down. Figures 3
and 4 show typical mixed loads for the bottom rack.
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 5. Place your extra tall item(s) in the
bottom rack as shown in Figure 6.
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 4
12 place setting bottom rack
Figure 5
ATTENTION
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.
Rack Accessories
Flip Tines
Flip Tines fold down to make loading the racks easier in some instances. Grasp the tines
and release from notch to reposition as shown in Figure 7.
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.
2. Grasp the top of the rack above the Automatic Height-Adjustable Top Rack handles
and pull it upward as shown in Figure 8 until the Automatic Height-Adjustable Top
Rack handles lock the rack into position (you do not need to press the Automatic
Height-Adjustable Top Rack handles in order raise the rack).
Figure 6
Do not block vent.
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. Press the Automatic Height- Adjustable Top Rack handles inward as shown in
Figure 9 and let the rack drop.
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