Safety Definitions en-us Safety Definitions S a f e t y D e f i n i t i o n s 9 WARNING This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S R EAD AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This dishwasher is provided with 9 WARNING...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS hydrogen gas to form if 9 WARNING aluminum material is also inside the dishwasher tub. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Hydrogen gas is explosive. This appliance must be Refer to the Care and grounded.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safe Operation 9 WARNING Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the RISK OF INJURY! washing of household dishware and To avoid risk of injury, always kitchenware rated as dishwasher use caution when opening the safe.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS To avoid dishwasher damage, Note: do not allow water to remain in your dishwasher systems through extended periods of freezing temperatures. Freezing temperatures can damage the water fill valve and potentially other components of your dishwasher.
en-us Causes of Damage ƒ Causes of Damage N OTICES C a u s e s o f D a m a g e Never use steam cleaning ■ products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for the possible damages or consequences.
Getting Started en-us Getting Started A ppliance overview G e t t i n g S t a r t e d The dotted lines show optional features which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.
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en-us Getting Started Display indicators The numbers stated below refer to the overview images on the previous page of this manual. Cycle time remaining ‹:‹‹ Add Rinse Lights up when rinse aid is low Operating panel ( On/Off button Add Salt * Lights up when salt is low 0 Wash cycles Clean...
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Getting Started en-us Menu overview Use the function keys #, + and 3 to change the settings. See The dishwasher has been preset with instructions ~ "1 Operating the certain settings for your convenience. Dishwasher" on page 36 You can change these factory settings.
en-us Water softening system / special salt Follow the instructions below for the Water softening included test strip. (If purchasing a different test strip, follow system / special salt manufacturers instructions). T o ensure good rinsing results, the Run the water at the kitchen sink W a t e r s o f t e n i n g s y s t e m / s p e c i a l s a l t dishwasher requires soft water, i.e.
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Water softening system / special salt en-us Adjusting the water Fill the dispenser with water (required only when switching on softening system the appliance for the first time). Add salt as illustrated (do not use The amount of salt dispensed can be table salt, salt tablets or salt for set from •:‹‹...
en-us Rinse Aid Add liquid rinse aid to the Rinse Aid dispenser 92 until it is full. Do not overfill. Avoid spilling into air T o achieve proper drying, always use vent hole. R i n s e A i d a liquid rinse aid, even if your detergent contains a rinse aid or drying additive.
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Rinse Aid en-us Setting the amount of rinse Turning off rinse aid aid used indicator The amount of rinse aid dispensed Proceed as described in the section can be set from §:‹‹ to §:‹‡. The “Setting the amount of rinse aid factory setting is §:‹†.
en-us Loading the Dishwasher Loading the Not Recommended Acrylic Crazing or small cracks Dishwasher throughout the acrylic, may occur. D ishware material L o a d i n g t h e D i s h w a s h e r Adhesive- Adhesives that join materi- Before using your dishwasher...
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Loading the Dishwasher en-us Loading the racks Loading the lower rack Place large items in the lower For best dishwashing results, rack 9*. Load pots, pans and bowls observe the following when loading upside down. Do not block the vent the dishwasher: hole 1J with tall baking sheets.
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en-us Loading the Dishwasher Loading patterns for lower Alternate loading pattern with pots and pans rack 12 place setting suggested loading pattern For best results, load large items face down in the lower rack. Loading patterns for upper Alternate loading pattern rack 12 place setting suggested loading with My Way Rack™...
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Loading the Dishwasher en-us Loading patterns for third Alternate loading pattern rack Suggested loading pattern for My Way Rack™ Alternate loading pattern with stemware Use supports to load stemware glasses in the upper rack.
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en-us Loading the Dishwasher Loading the silverware Side by side basket Place knives and sharp utensils with their handles up and forks and spoons with their handles down. If large or oddly-shaped items are loaded in the silverware basket, be sure they do not nest together.
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Loading the Dishwasher en-us Suggested loading patterns Salad fork Teaspoon Dinner fork Knife Tablespoon Serving spoon This dishwasher is equipped with a Serving fork silverware drawer that should accommodate most silverware Recommended loading pattern loading needs. For daily, regular or typical use However, if you are washing while the silverware drawer has been removed, 12 place setting...
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en-us Loading the Dishwasher Adjusting the height of the Additional loading pattern rack 10 place setting If desired, the height of the upper rack 12 can be adjusted to create more space for taller utensils either in the upper or lower rack. With silver- Upper rack Lower rack...
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Loading the Dishwasher en-us Rack accessories RackMatic ® The height of the upper rack 12 can Flip tines be adjusted in 3 steps to create more The upper and lower rack are fitted space. with flip tines that can be folded down depending on what you may Pull the upper rack out of the need to load in the rack.
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en-us Loading the Dishwasher My Way Rack™ Extra tall item sprinkler* This third rack is ideal for small If an item is too tall to be placed in bowls, spatulas and other oversized the lower rack 9* even with the tools for improved cleaning and upper rack 12 in the raised easier loading and unloading.
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Loading the Dishwasher en-us Removing/Installing third rack Keep the vent hole 1J on the Note: tub’s left side clear by placing tall items such as plastic cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the lower Removing third rack 1* rack’s right side or center. Pull out third rack all the way (1).
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en-us Loading the Dishwasher Removing/Installing upper Installing third rack 1* rack with Rackmatic ® Pull out third rack rails all the way (1). Insert third rack at an angle. Make sure that the stopper hooks of both rails slide in between the holding hooks and the lower rollers of the third rack (2).
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Loading the Dishwasher en-us Installing upper rack 12 Pull out upper rack rails all the way (1). Insert upper rack at an angle. Make sure that the stopper hooks of both rails slide in between the upper and lower rollers on the rear side of the rack (2).
en-us Detergent This dishwasher uses less water than Detergent most, therefore, less detergent is required. With soft water, U se only detergent specifically 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of detergent D e t e r g e n t designed for dishwashers. For best will clean most loads.
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Detergent en-us Adding detergent Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser 9: only. Add detergent. Do not overfill the If the detergent dispenser 9: is detergent dispenser. still closed, push the button 9B to open it. Note: Make sure the detergent dispenser is dry and clear of detergent residue.
en-us Dishwasher Cycles Dishwasher Cycles D i s h w a s h e r C y c l e s Wash cycle Recommended use Possible wash cycle option Best for cleaning items with baked-on Heavy food or grease. These dishes would nor- mally require soaking or hand scouring.
Can reduce water consumption when combined household load including washing small, lightly soiled loads plastics, glass, steel, and porcelain that fill approximately half or less of as compared to Bosch Dishwashers the dishwasher’s capacity. with PureDry. Drying performance may vary by dish type. Delicate This option’s reduced time and...
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en-us Dishwasher Cycle Options Wash Cycle Information makes decisions that can cause the cycle time and water usage to adjust To save energy, this dishwasher has intermittently. Wash cycle times are EcoSense where the sensors in the based on 120°F (49° C) water dishwasher automatically adjust the supply.
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Dishwasher Cycle Options en-us Heavy Auto Glass Normal Speed60 Rinse Sanitize Cycle 125-150 125-150 150-165 time min. Water 4.9-6.4/ 3.4-6.4/ 2.5-5.5/ usage 18.6-24.2 12.9-24.1 9.6-21 gal/L Rinse 162/ 162/ 162/ temp. °F/°C Extra Scrub Cycle 125-150 120-145 90-100 145-160 time min.
en-us Operating the Dishwasher Operating the touch buttons Operating the Buttons are sensitive and should be Dishwasher touched gently. Avoid any grease or food particles resting on the buttons With hidden controls, the door N ote: as they could activate the O p e r a t i n g t h e D i s h w a s h e r must be opened before changing dishwasher.
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Operating the Dishwasher en-us Your dishwasher is protected Your dishwasher is protected Note: Note: against unintentional operation. If the against unintentional operation. If the appliance door remains open for appliance door remains open for more than 4 seconds after pressing more than 4 seconds after pressing the Start button, the operation will be the Start button, the operation will be...
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en-us Operating the Dishwasher Auto power off Switching off the appliance This setting determines the length of Short time after the end of the wash time the control panel stays cycle: illuminated after the cycle is Open the door. complete. Switch off On/Off button (.
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Operating the Dishwasher en-us Your dishwasher is protected Press function key # until the Note: against unintentional operation. If the display 8 shows the factory set appliance door remains open for value š:‹‹. more than 4 seconds after pressing Press function key 3 to switch the Start button, the operation will be the feature on š:‹‚...
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à:‹‚ or off à:‹‹. Press function key # until the display 8 shows the factory set All time remaining displays value †:‹‚. Press function key 3 to switch Bosch logo ® between †:‹‹ and †:‹‚. Pre-rinse Press Start button P to save setting.
Care and Maintenance en-us Do not use bleach-based wipes ■ Care and as they could damage the surface or printing. Maintenance Never use stainless steel polish ■ on a black stainless finish or A regular inspection and anti-fingerprint surfaces. C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e maintenance of your machine will help to prevent faults.
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Care and Maintenance Filters Cleaning intervals The filter system 1j is designed to The Bosch filter system 1j is ® minimize maintenance while designed to prevent the need to providing premium cleaning pre-rinse normally attached food soils performance and minimum energy from your dishes.
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Care and Maintenance en-us Spray arms To check or clean the filter system: Unscrew the Large Object Trap as Check spray arms 1:, 1Z for illustrated and remove the entire grease and limescale deposits. If you filter system. find such deposits: Fill detergent dispenser 9: with ■...
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en-us Care and Maintenance Drain pump WARNING Large food remnants in the rinsing Use caution when removing water not retained by the filters may parts for cleaning as some block the waste water pump. In this debris may be sharp. case: Disconnect the appliance from the ■...
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Care and Maintenance en-us Preparing your unit for vacation NOTICE Before leaving for vacation during warmer weather, besides turning off the main valve, also turn off water supply at the nearest point to the dishwasher. Do not leave soiled dishware in unit and leave door slightly open.
en-us Troubleshooting The following information may help Troubleshooting you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair D ishwashers may occasionally professional. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself.
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Troubleshooting en-us Dishwasher Door may be ajar or not be properly Close door securely until door latch clicks. does not start. latched. No power to the dishwasher (dis- Replace blown fuse or reset tripped circuit play won’t come on). Fuse may breaker.
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en-us Troubleshooting Dishwasher Incoming water is not warm Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet runs a long enough. at the sink closest to the dishwasher. time. Cycle time depends on wash cycle Scrape food off of dishes and use less inten- chosen and amount of soil on sive wash cycles.
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Troubleshooting en-us Dishes not dry. Rinse aid dispenser 92 is empty Add rinse aid or adjust setting - the use of or incorrect rinse aid amount is set. rinse agent improves drying, use the Auto cycle, use the Sanitize option. Extra Dry heat option not chosen.* Activate Extra Dry heat option.* Water collected in depressions on...
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en-us Troubleshooting Fascia panel is Panel was cleaned with Use mild detergents with soft damp cloth. discolored or bleach-based wipes or abrasive scratched. cleaners/cleaning pads. Noise from Dishes weren’t loaded properly, Load dishes properly into racks. dishes rattling allowing dishes to hit each other or ~ "Loading the Dishwasher"...
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Troubleshooting en-us Colored (blue, Film from mixture of food and min- Can be partly removed with dishwasher yellow, brown), eral deposits. cleaner or mechanical cleaning. film in the dish- Film formed by oxidation of silver or Can be partly removed with dishwasher washer or on aluminum cookware.
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en-us Troubleshooting Irreversible Glassware not dishwasher-proof or Use only dishwasher-proof glasses. clouding of water is too soft, causing minerals Remove glasses promptly after cycle ends. glassware. in glassware to change. Use lower temperature wash cycles. Set water softener according to water hard- ness or one setting lower.
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(excluding rack to effectuate warranty coverage, it is components), if the rack proves the best way for Bosch to notify you defective in materials or in the unlikely event of a safety notice workmanship (excludes labor or product recall.
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Product proves to have been or environment; in any such event, if manufactured with a defect in you request, Bosch would still pay for materials or workmanship. If labor and parts and ship the parts to reasonable attempts to repair the...
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EXCESS OF DIRECT DAMAGES plumbing. WHICH ARE DEFINITIVELY CAUSED EXCLUSIVELY BY BOSCH, OR In no event shall Bosch have any OTHERWISE. SOME STATES DO liability or responsibility whatsoever NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR for damage to surrounding property,...
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No attempt to alter, modify or amend this warranty shall be effective unless authorized in writing by an officer of BSH. Obtaining Warranty Service: To obtain warranty service for your Product, you should contact Bosch Customer Service at 1-800-944-2904 to schedule a repair.