Bosch SRV53C 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 .......................... 5-8

Dishware Preparation ................................................5

Loading the Dishwasher ........................................ 5-8

Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent ........................... 9-10

Operating the Dishwasher ........................................11-12

Dishware Drying ......................................................12

Unloading the Dishwasher .......................................12

Care and Maintenance ............................................ 13-15

Self Help .......................................................................16

Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized .................................17

Statement of Limited Product Warranty.................... 18-19

Customer Service .........................................................20

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 Controls and Components

1 Main Switch
2 Door Handle
3 Time Delay

Knife Rack and

Small Items

Basket

Filter System

(in dishwasher

floor)

4 Digital Display/Program

Progress Indicator

5 Sanitized Indicator

6 Low Rinse Agent

Indicator

7 Program Buttons

Top Rack

Top Rack

Spray Arm

Bottom Rack

Spray Arm

Bottom Rack

Rinse Agent

Dispenser

Name Plate

Bottom Rack

Silverware Basket

Detergent/

Rinse Agent

Dispenser Lock

Detergent
Dispenser

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 (model SRV53C only):

Requires a custom door panel.
Stainless Steel EuroTub™: 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.
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.
Knife Rack: Designed to securely hold fine

cutlery and silverware.
Small Items Basket: A small silverware basket

located in the upper rack.
Extra Tall Items Sprinkler: Allows you to remove

the upper rack and wash extra tall items.
OPTIDRY™ Low Rinse Agent Compensator:

Senses when the unit is low on rinse agent and
automatically increases the drying time.

Additional Drying Heat: Raises rinse water
temperature and increases drying time resulting
in better drying.

SENSOTRONIC™ Soil Sensor: 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.

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.

Cycle Completion Signal: A tone that sounds
when your dishwasher finishes washing and
drying your dishes.

Delay Start: Allows you to delay the start of the
dishwasher up to 19 hours.

Water Shut-Off: A safety feature that stops the
flow of incoming water, if water is detected in the
base of the dishwasher.

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.

4

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.
Adhesive-Joined Pieces: Adhesives that join

materials such as plastic, wood, bone, steel
copper, tin, etc. may loosen.

Bone-Handled Utensils: Handles may separate.

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.

Separate items of dissimilar metals.
NOTE: Make sure items do not protrude through

the bottom of the racks and block the spray arms.

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 finish.

5

Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)

Loading the Top Rack

Figure 1 shows a typical mixed load for the top
rack.

Figure 1

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
RACKMATIC™ handles and pull it upward as
shown in Figure 3
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.

Figure 3

9 place setting

RACKMATIC™ 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 lower the top rack:

1. Pull the top
rack out of
the
dishwasher
until it stops
rolling.

2. Press the
RACKMATIC™
handles
inward
as shown in
Figure 2
and let the rack drop.

Figure 2

3. Push the top rack back into the dishwasher.

Cup Shelf

In addition to cups, the cup shelf can also hold
large utensils.

Grasp the cup shelf as shown in Figure 4 and
fold it down.

Place cups upside-down on the cup shelf.

Figure 4

6

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 7
and fold
the tines
downward.

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,

Loading the Bottom Rack

Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots
and pans upside-down. Figure 6 shows a typical
mixed load for the bottom rack.

Figure 6

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.

NOTE

by placing tall items such as plastic cutting
boards and tall baking sheets on the bottom
rack's left side, center, or back.

: Keep the vent on the tub’s right side clear

Figure 8

9 place setting

7

Place your extra tall item(s) in the bottom rack as
shown in Figure 9.

Loading the Silverware Basket

Keep children away from knives and other sharp
utensils.

Figure 9

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.

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 10. 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

4. Continue pushing the top rack until the

rollers are on the guide.

5. Push the top rack into the dishwasher.

8

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 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.

Table 1 - Recommended Detergent Amount

Water Type

Wash

Cycle

Power

Scrub

Plus

Regular

Wash

Delicate/

Economy

Quick
Wash

Rinse

and

Hold

Unit

ml

Tbsp

ml

Tbsp

ml

Tbsp

ml

Tbsp

Hard Medium Soft

45

3 3 1.75 to 3

25-45

1.75 to 3

25 15-25 15

1.75

25 15-25 15

1.75 1 to 1.75 1

None

45

25 15-25

1.75

1 to 1.75

None None

25-45

1 to 1.75

1

Rinse Agents

To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid
rinse agent, even if your detergent contains a
rinse agent or drying additive.

NOTE

: If you do not know the hardness of your

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.

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

Fill the dispenser cup as recommend in Table 1.
Slide the detergent dispenser cover in the
direction shown in Figure 11A and press it down
firmly as shown in Figure 11B so that the cover
snaps shut.

Figure 11

A

B

9

Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent (continued)

Opening the Detergent Dispenser
Cover

NOTE

cover, press the blue release in the direction
shown in Figure 12. 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 12.

The cover will
slide open to
the right.

: To open the detergent dispenser

Figure12

Filling the Rinse Agent Dispenser

Open the rinse agent dispenser by pressing the
cover with your index finger while lifting the tab
with your thumb as shown in Figure 13.

Figure 13

Return the rinse agent dispenser cover to its shut
position and press it firmly so that the cover
snaps shut.

Refill the rinse agent dispenser when the Refill
Rinse Agent indicator “
control panel.

NOTE

Refill Rinse Agent Indicator will go out in a few
minutes after the dishwasher door is shut.

: After filling the rinse agent dispenser, the

“ illuminates on 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 15 leaves our factory set at 4.

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.

Add liquid rinse agent to the dispenser as shown
in Figure 14 until the rinse agent reservoir is full.
Wipe up any excess rinse agent that puddles
when the dispenser reservoir is full.

Figure 14

Figure 15

Turn dial to adjust the
amount of rinse agent
dispensed

10

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.

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.

Delicate/Economy

For delicate or heirloom dishware and silverware
or other special items. Always make sure that the
items are dishwasher safe. Refer to the Materials
section of this manual for more 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.

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.

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 16.

Figure 16

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.

Cancel Drain

Shut the door and wait approximately one minute,
then press the On/Off button

You may now begin a new cycle.

11

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™ Low Rinse Agent
Compensator

This feature senses when the unit is low on rinse
agent and automatically increases the drying
time.

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.

“Sanitized” Light

When the “Sanitized” light appears,
it means that the dishware and
kitchenware that was just
washed has been sanitized.

Figure 17

The Cycle Completion Signal

The Cycle Completion Signal is a tone that
sounds when your dishwasher finishes washing
and drying your dishes. You can either disable the
tone or set the volume.

To change the Cycle Completion Signal Volume:

1. Open the dishwasher door far enough to

expose the control buttons.

2. Press and hold the right “Cancel Drain” button

then press and hold the On/Off button.

3. When the light on the “Cancel Drain” button

you are pressing illuminates and the tone
begins to sound, release both buttons.

4. Press the right-most “Cancel Drain” button

until the tone is either at the desired volume or
is silent.

5. Press the On/Off Button.

6. Shut the dishwasher door. The Cycle

Completion Signal is now set, and you may
wash your dishes as usual.

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.

12

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).

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 18A.
Turn the
locking nut
counter-clockwise
1/8 turn and remove it, as shown in Figure
18B to release the spray arm.

3. Remove

the spray
arm as
shown in
Figure 19.

4. Look for

obstruction
in the
spray
nozzles.

A

B

Figure 18

Figure 19

5. If the spray nozzles need cleaning, flush

them under running water.

13

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 20.

Figure 20

Check/Clean the Filter System

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 Filter Assembly:

1. Remove the bottom rack.

2. Remove the assembly as shown in Figure

21.

Figure 21

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.

Filter Assembly

CAUTION

To avoid injury, do not reach into the large
object trap with your fingers. The large
object trap could contain sharp objects.

3. Carefully examine the assembly. If you find

debris, turn it upside-down and gently tap it
on a surface such as a countertop to
dislodge and remove the debris. Flush the
filter clean by holding it under running water.

4. To reinstall, place the filter assembly back in

the unit and turn the center in a clockwise
direction to lock in place.

14

Care and Maintenance (continued)

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.

Clean the Door Gasket

Regularly clean the door gasket with a damp
cloth to remove food particles and other debris.

15

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.

• The appliance plug has not been inserted.

• The water supply
has not been turned on.

• The Aqua Stop,
the filter on the
water supply
hose, is blocked.
See Figure 22. To
clean, switch off
the appliance and
pull out the main
plug. Turn off the tap and clean the filter
located at the connection of the supply hose.
Restore the power, turn on the water supply
and switch on the appliance.

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.

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.

: The Installation Manual that came with

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.

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

soil loads and incoming water temperature. The "Smart Control" makes decisions that can cause the cycle
time and water usage to adjust at discrete times, and suddenly change in midcycle. The cycle times listed
in the Use and Care manual are based on normal soil loads and 120°F incoming water and will vary based
on your actual conditions.

: To save energy, this dishwasher has a "Smart Control" that automatically adjust the cycle based on

Sanitized

Sanitized

Sanitized

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.

feature will automatically extend the cycle time by

SANITIZED

A dishwasher cycle that has the Sanitized symbol has been tested to meet very strict requirements of
wash time and water temperature to ensure dishware and kitchenware sanitization. All cycles that meet the
Sanitized requirements heat the water to a minimum of 156°F.

The dishwasher cycles that meet the requirements are labeled “Sanitized” in the chart above. When these
cycles are complete the “Sanitized” indicator on your control panel will illuminate if all the requirements are
met.

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 Limited Product Warranty
Bosch Dishwashers

What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to: The limited warranty provided BSH Home Appliances

(“Bosch”) in this Statement of Limited Product Warranty applies only to Bosch dishwashers (“Product”) sold to
you, the first using purchaser, provided that the Product was purchased: (1) for your normal, household (non­commercial) use, and has in fact at all times only been used for normal household purposes; (2) new at retail
(not a display, “as is”, or previously returned model), and not for resale, or commercial use; and (3) within the
United States or Canada, and has at all times remained within the country of original purchase. The warranties
stated herein apply only to the first purchaser of the Product and are not transferable.

• Please make sure to return your registration card; while not necessary to effectuate warranty coverage, it
is the best way for Bosch to notify you in the unlikely event of a safety notice or product recall.

How Long the Warranty Lasts: Bosch warrants that the Product is free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of three hundred sixty five (365) days (i.e., 1 year) from the date of purchase. The
foregoing timeline begins to run upon the date of purchase, and shall not be stalled, tolled, extended, or
suspended, for any reason whatsoever. Labor and shipping costs are included in this basic coverage.

Extended Limited Warranty: Bosch also provides these additional limited warranties:

••

• 2 Year Limited Warranty: Bosch will repair or replace any component that proves to be defective in

••

materials or workmanship (excludes labor charges).

••

• 5 Year Limited Warranty on Electronics: Bosch will repair or replace any Bosch microprocessor or

••

printed circuit board if it proves to be defective in materials or workmanship (excludes labor charges).

••

• 5 Year Limited Warranty on Dish Racks: Bosch will replace the upper or lower dish rack (excluding

••

rack components), if the rack proves defective in materials or workmanship (excludes labor charges).

••

• Lifetime Warranty against Stainless Steel Rust Through: Bosch will replace your dishwasher with

••

the same model or a current model that is substantially equivalent or better in functionality, if the inner
liner should rust through (excludes labor charges). Bosch will replace the stainless steel door if the door
should rust through (excludes labor charges).

The foregoing timeline begins to run upon the date of purchase, and shall not be stalled, tolled, extended, or
suspended, for any reason whatsoever.

Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy: During this warranty period, Bosch or one of its authorized
service providers will repair your Product without charge to you (subject to certain limitations stated herein) if
your Product proves to have been manufactured with a defect in materials or workmanship. If reasonable
attempts to repair the Product have been made without success, then Bosch will replace your Product
(upgraded models may be available to you, in Bosch’ sole discretion, for an additional charge). All removed
parts and components shall become the property of Bosch at its sole option. All replaced and/or repaired parts
shall assume the identity of the original part for purposes of this warranty and this warranty shall not be
extended with respect to such parts. Bosch’ sole liability and responsibility hereunder is to repair manufacturer­defective Product only, using a Bosch-authorized service provider during normal business hours. For safety and
property damage concerns, Bosch highly recommends that you do not attempt to repair the Product yourself,
or use an un-authorized servicer; Bosch will have no responsibility or liability for repairs or work performed by a
non-authorized servicer. If you choose to have someone other than an authorized service provider work on your
Product, THIS WARRANTY WILL AUTOMATICALLY BECOME NULL AND VOID. Authorized service providers
are those persons or companies that have been specially trained on Bosch products, and who possess, in
Bosch’ opinion, a superior reputation for customer service and technical ability (note that they are independent
entities and are
Bosch will not incur any liability, or have responsibility, for the Product if it is located in a remote area (more
than 100 miles from an authorized service provider) or is reasonably inaccessible, hazardous, threatening, or
treacherous locale, surroundings, or environment; in any such event, if you request, Bosch would still pay for
labor and parts and ship the parts to the nearest authorized service provider, but you would still be fully liable
and responsible for any travel time or other special charges by the service company, assuming they agree to
make the service call.

Out of Warranty Product: Bosch is under no obligation, at law or otherwise, to provide you with any
concessions, including repairs, pro-rates, or Product replacement, once this warranty has expired.

not

agents, partners, affiliates or representatives of Bosch). Notwithstanding the foregoing,

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