Bosch SRX53C15UC/01, SRV53C13UC/01, SRV53C03UC/30 Owner’s Manual
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DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL
GUIDE D'ENTRETIEN ET D'UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
!'i_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 RinseAgent ........................... 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
[] Important Safety Instructions
• Do not tamper with or override controls and
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.
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.
Never use harsh chemicals to clean your
dishwasher. Some chloride-containing
cleaning products can damage your
dishwasher and may present health hazards!
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow
° When children become old enough to operate
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may
° Remove the door to the washing
• To avoid floor damage and possible mold
• Protect your dishwasher from the elements.
interlocks.
dish racks of the dishwasher.
children to play in or on the dishwasher.
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.
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 accumuIated hydrogen
gas. As the gas is explosive, do not smoke or
use an open flame during this time.
compartment when removing an old
dishwasher from service or discarding.
growth, do not allow wet areas to remain
around or under the dishwasher.
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.
o 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.
o 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,
o Do not operate your dishwasher unless all
enclosure panels are in place.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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
i
[] Main Switch
Door Handle
Time Delay
Knife Rack and
Small Items
Basket
(Filter System
in dishwasher
Bottom Rack
Rinse Agent
Dispenser
Name Plate---
flo_r)
[] Digital Display/Program
Progress Indicator
[] Sanitized indicator
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Low Rinse Agent
Indicator
[] Program Buttons
Top Rack
Top Rack
SprayArm
Bottom Rack
Spray Arm
Bottom Rack
Silverware Basket
Detergent/
Rinse Agent
Dispenser Lock
Detergent
Dispenser
Dishwasher Features and Options
AVS TM 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.
Fully Integrated Model (model SRV53C only):
Requires a custom door panel.
Stainless Steel EuroTubTM: 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.
OPT1DRY TM Low Rinse Agent Compensator:
Senses when the unit is low on rinse agent and
automatically increases the drying time.
Flow-Through HeaterTM: Heats water to a
temperature of up to 161°R
Condensation Drying: A high temperature final
rinse, a tow temperature stainless steel tub, and
the sheeting action of a rinse agent result in
drying that is hygienic, energy efficient, and
economical.
Additional Drying Heat: Raises rinse water
temperature and increases drying time resulting
in better drying.
SENSOTRONIC TM 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.
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 steet wool pad.
China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some
hand-painted pieces may discolor, fade, or spot.
Hand-wash these pieces. Position fragile glass-
ware 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 immedi-
ately.
Non-Dishware Items: Your dishwasher is in-
tended for use in cleaning ONLY standard house-
hold 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.
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
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 manuaI 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.
Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued)
Loading the Top Rack
Figure 1 shows a typical mixed load for the top
rack.
Figure I
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 TM handles and pull it upward as
shown in Figure 3
until the
RACKMATICTM
handles lock
the rack into
position (you
do not need to
press the
RACKMATIC TM
handles in
order raise
the rack). Figure 3
NOTE: Before you push the top rack back
into the dishwasher, ensure that the rack
height is the same on both sides. Otherwise,
the dishwasher door will not shut and the top
rack spray arm will not connect to the water
circuit.
3. Push the top rack back into the dishwasher.
9 place setting
RACKMATIC TM 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
RACKMATICTM
handles
inward
as shown in
Figure 2
and let the rack drop.
Figure 2
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
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