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DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL
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GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN ET D’UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE
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MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS
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9000421703 Rev A 01/09
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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 you use your dishwasher for the first time. to learn even more about your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many other t
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Important Safety Instructions - Save This Information NOTICE Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for possible damages or conse- quences. Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing cleaning products can damage your dishwasher and may present health hazards! 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
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Dishwasher Components Vent Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Arm Filter System (in dishwasher floor) Bottom Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Silverware Basket Model/Serial Number Label Detergent Dispenser Rinse Agent Dispenser Dishwasher Features and Options Noise Reduction System: a two-pump motor system, the suspension Motor™, and insulation make this dishwasher one of the quietest in north america. Nylon Coated Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a five-year warranty. Flow-Through H
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Dishwasher Features and Options Model number exposed exposed exposed Hidden top Hidden top Hidden top Hidden top Control Panel f ront f ront f ront Control Control Control Control Design Control Control Control Audible Cycle yes no no no no yes yes Completion Signal no Clean Light yes yes yes yes yes yes Refill Rinse Agent yes yes yes yes yes yes yes Indicator Light Sanitize Light yes yes yes yes yes yes yes Upper Rack yes yes yes yes yes yes Flip Tines yes Lower Rack no no
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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 steel wool pa
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Figure 3 Do not load the dishwasher with anything other than dishwasher-safe dishware and kitchenware. 10 place setting bottom rack Top Rack Accessories Top Rack Flip Tines flip t ines fold down to make loading the racks easier in some instances. Grasp the tines, release from notch, and fold the tines downward. When the top rack is loaded, push it into the dishwasher. NOTE: When pushing the top rack into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the top rack spr
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Loading the Silverware Basket NOTE: the silverware basket tops can be folded up to accommodate large or oddly-shaped items. With the silverware basket tops down, load the silverware basket following the patterns suggested in f igures 8 (for standard basket) and 9 (for flexible basket). 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
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Figure 12 Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent Add Detergent • use fresh powdered deter- 3 TBS MAX gent for best results Detergent 2 TBS (25 ML) • 1 tablespoon will clean Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. For best results, use fresh powdered 1 TBS (15 ML) most loads dishwashing detergent. • 3 tablespoons Max, do not overfill • When using detergent NOTICE tabs, lay them flat to avoid To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your dish- con
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Rinse Agent Dispenser Wash Cycles open the rinse agent dispenser by lifting the tab with your thumb. NOTE: the dishwasher indicates low rinse agent either by showing the symbol in the countdown display, or illuminating the refill rinse agent light (model dependent). add liquid rinse agent to the dispenser as shown in f igure 16 until the rinse agent reservoir is full. Wipe up any excess rinse agent that puddles when the dispenser reservoir is full. NOTE: After filling the rinse agent dispens
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OPERATING THE SHX3AM, SHX5AL, & SHX6AP WARNING You could be seriously scalded if you allow hot water to splash To Set the Amount of Rinse Agent Dispensed out of the dishwasher. OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any note : if your glasses have spots you need more r inse agent. if your wash or rinse cycle. Do not fully open the door until water noises glasses have streaks you need less rinse a gent. have stopped. • With the “CLEAN” and “RINSE AGENT” Indicator Lights flashing. To Start Unit: •
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OPERATING THE SHE5AM & SHE5AL WARNING You could be seriously scalded if you allow hot water to splash n ote: You cannot cancel a cycle with the Child l ock feature out of the dishwasher. OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any activated. wash or rinse cycle. Do not fully open the door until water noises Setting Options (Rinse Agent Amount / Extra Dry Heat have stopped. Activation) To Start Unit: • Door must be closed. Press the “ON/OFF” button to turn the unit • Door must be closed. Press
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• You are now ready to start a new OPERATING THE: cycle SHE4AM0 note: You cannot cancel a cycle with the Child lock feature activated. Setting Options (Rinse Agent Amount / Extra Dry Heat Activa- tion) • Door must be closed. Press the “ON/ off” button to turn the unit on. SHE4AM1 • One of the Wash Cycle Indicator Lights will be flashing to show you are in the Wash Cycle selection mode. • To enter the Options Setup Mode, press and hold down the “>” button, then press and release the
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Figure 17 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 A • Check/Clean the Filter System • Clean the Exterior Door Panel • Clean the Door Gasket Winterizing Your D
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Figure 20 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 f igure 19. 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: to open - turn counterclockwise. 1. r eturn th
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Clean the Exterior Door Panel consumption by approximately 30 percent in the power scrub plus, r egular, and auto Wash cycles. t he eCo option may be selected for the Colored Doors power scrub plus, auto, r egular and Delicate cycles on select models. use only a soft cloth that is lightly dampened with soapy water. this reduces energy consumption approximately 10% due to lower Stainless Steel Doors main wash and final rinse temperatures, but extends cycle length 5-10 minutes to maintain dr
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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 involving a repair professional. Problem Cause Action Dishwasher does not start 1. Door may not be properly latched. 1. shut the door completely. 2. unit may not be turned on. 2. press the main power switch to turn unit on. 3. unit not reset or previous cycle not 3. To reset, refer to “Canceling or changing
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Problem Cause Action Dishes are not getting dry enough 1. rinse agent dispenser is empty. (rinse 1. add rinse agent. the use of rinse agent im- agent indicator is activated). proves drying. 2. improper loading of dishes. 2. rearrange load to ensure items are not nest- 3. selected cycle does not include drying. ed. Refer also to the “Preparing and Loading” Note: Plastic or Teflon do not typically dry section of this manual. as completely as other items due to their 3. rinse and Hold setting doe
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Problem Cause Action streaks on glassware or residue on the incorrect rinse agent setting. Depending on the hardness of water, adjust dishes the rinse agent dispenser. Refer to “Adding Detergent and rinse agent” section in this manual for adjustment. f ascia panel discolored or marked abrasive cleaner used. use mild detergents with soft damp cloth. noise during wash cycle the dishes may not be arranged properly. Water circulation sound is normal, but if you suspect items are banging into ea
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Customer Service Your Bosch dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in the Care and Maintenance section. if you are having a problem with your dishwasher, before calling for service please refer to the self Help section. if service is necessary, contact your dealer or installer or an authorized service center. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. any work performed by unau- thorized personnel may void the warranty. if you are having a problem with your Bosch d
