Bosch Ascenta SHX4AP Use & Care Manual
Bosch Ascenta SHX4AP Use & Care Manual

Bosch Ascenta SHX4AP Use & Care Manual

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DISHWASHER USE & CARE MANUAL
GUIDE D'ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS
ASCENTA MODELS
9000502132
REV A - 01/2010

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  • Page 1 DISHWASHER USE & CARE MANUAL GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-VAISSELLE MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS ASCENTA MODELS 9000502132 REV A - 01/2010...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ........4-5 Dishwasher Components ..........6 Dishwasher Features ............7 Loading the Dishware ..........8 Rack Accessories ............. 9-10 Loading the Silverware Basket ......11-13 Adding Detergent & Rinse Agent ......14-15 Dishwasher Features & Options ........
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Please Read & Save this Information WARNING NOTICE Misuse of the dishwasher can result in serious in- Never use steam cleaning products to clean your jury or death. Do not use the dishwasher in any dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for way not covered in this manual or for any purpose the possible damages or consequences.
  • Page 5 WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following: This dishwasher is provided with Installation Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish Instructions and this Use and Care Manual. Read racks of the dishwasher.
  • Page 6: Dishwasher Components

    Dishwasher Components * Features vary by model Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Vent Silverware Basket Filter System Bottom Rack Bottom Rack Spray Arm Rinse Agent Dispenser Detergent Dispenser Serial Number Label FILTER SYSTEM...
  • Page 7: Dishwasher Features

    Dishwasher Features Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the * Delay Start: This option allows you to delay the start Suspension Motor™, and insulation make this dishwasher time of your dishwasher. one of the quietest in North America. * Upper Rack & Lower Rack Flip Tines: Increase the rack Nylon Coated Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a flexibility to accommodate larger/taller items.
  • Page 8: Loading The Dishware

    Loading the Dishware Do not pre-wash items that have loosely attached soiling. NOTE: When pushing the top rack into the dishwasher, push Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, it until it stops against the back of the tub so the top rack and excessive grease.
  • Page 9 NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the TOP RACK - Additional Loading Pattern dishwasher with paper products, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal, dishwasher- safe dishware and kitchenware. Unloading the Dishwasher • Unload the bottom rack first. •...
  • Page 10: Rack Accessories

    Rack Accessories • Retrieve the top rack * Extra Tall Item Sprinkler (select models) • Tilt the rack upwards and position the top rack rollers If an item is too tall to be placed into the bottom rack even onto the roller guides. with the top rack in the raised position, remove the empty •...
  • Page 11: Loading The Silverware Basket

    Re-insert the rack with the other set of rollers on the roller Loading the guides, as shown below. Silverware Bas 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 on the following page.
  • Page 12 Loading the Standard Silverware Basket The Flexible Silverware Basket This basket splits along its length, resulting in two halves that may be placed in a variety of positions in the lower rack, greatly increasing the lower rack’s loading versatility. The basket snaps together back to back as shown below. 1 - Salad Fork 5 4 3 2 - Tea Spoon...
  • Page 13 Loading the Flexible Silverware Basket Some Basket Placement Options 1 - Salad Fork 5 - Table Spoon 2 - Tea Spoon 6 - Serving Spoon 3 - Dinner Fork 7 - Serving Fork 4 - Knife...
  • Page 14: Adding Detergent & Rinse Agent

    Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent Detergent Rinse Agent Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse agent, For best results, use fresh powdered dishwashing even if your detergent contains a rinse agent or drying detergent.
  • Page 15: Adding Detergent

    Adding Detergent Adding Rinse Agent 3 TBS MAX 2 TBS (25 ML) 1 TBS (15 ML) • Use fresh powdered detergent for best results. • Always use Rinse Agent even if your detergent con- • 1 tablespoon will clean most loads. tains rinse agent.
  • Page 16: Dishwasher Features & Options

    Dishwasher Features & Options Wash Cycles * Wash Cycle Options * The cycles listed below vary by models. * The options listed below vary by models. Power Scrub Extra Dry Heat Cleans items having baked-on or hard dried food soils. With this option you can raise the temperature of the rinse These items may require soaking or hand scouring.
  • Page 17: Wash Cycle Information

    Wash Cycle Information NOTE: To save energy, this dishwasher has a “Smart A dishwasher or dishwasher cycle that is certified by Control” that automatically adjusts the cycle based on the NSF international meets very strict requirements of soil loads and incoming water temperature. The “Smart wash time and water temperature to ensure dishware Control”...
  • Page 18: Operating The Dishwasher

    Operating the Dishwasher SHX4AP, SHX5AL, SHX6AP Depending on your model you will either have 4, 5 or 6 wash • The "Clean" and one other LED will be flashing. You cycles. are now in the options setup mode. To start the dishwasher: •...
  • Page 19 Operating the Dishwasher SHE5AL, SHE4AP To start the dishwasher: To enter the options mode(rinse agent setting, ex- • Door must be closed. Press the “ON/OFF” button. tra dry heat, cycle completion signal): • One of the Wash Cycle LEDs will be flashing. You can •...
  • Page 20: Operating The Dishwasher

    Operating the Dishwasher SHE6AP, SHE6AF To start the dishwasher: To enter the options mode (rinse agent setting, ex- • Door must be closed. Press the “ON/OFF” button. tra dry heat): • The Countdown Display and one of the Wash Cycle •...
  • Page 21: Care & Maintenance

    Care & Maintenance Maintenance Tasks Remove the spray arm as shown below. Certain areas of your dishwasher require occasional maintenance. The maintenance tasks are easy to do and will ensure continued superior performance from your dishwasher: • Wiping up Spills and Splash-outs Water may occasionally splash out of your dishwasher, especially if you interrupt a cycle or open the dishwasher door during a cycle.
  • Page 22 CAUTION To reinstall the filter system: To avoid injury, do not reach into the large object Return the fine filter to its originally installed trap with your fingers. The large object trap could position. contain sharp objects. To remove the Large Object Trap/ Cylinder Filter Assembly: Remove the bottom rack.
  • Page 23: Self Help

    Self Help Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following infor- mation may help you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair professional. Problem Cause Action Dishwasher Door may not be properly latched. Shut the door completely.
  • Page 24 Problem Cause Action Odor Food debris is present at the bottom of the dish- Remove the filters and clean according to the “Check/Clean washer. the Filter System” section of this manual. Food particles are present near the door seal. Refer to “Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal” in the Care Dishes left too long in unit before running a cycle.
  • Page 25 Any work performed by unauthorized personnel may void the warranty. If you are having a problem with your Bosch dishwasher and are not pleased with the service you have received, please take the following steps until the problem is corrected to your satisfaction: 1.
  • Page 26: Customer Service Information

    BSH Home Appliances (“Bosch”) in this Statement of Limited you request, Bosch would still pay for labor and parts and ship the parts Product Warranty applies only to Bosch dishwashers (“Product”) sold to...

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