Dear Valued Customer, 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 using your dishwasher for the first time.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Please READ and SAVE this information 9WARNING 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 in the following pages. ...
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following: This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this Use and Care Manual (operating instructions). Read and understand all instructions before using the dish- washer. 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 equip- ment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher.
Upper rack Vent Upper rack spray arm Silverware basket Lower rack Lower rack spray arm Filter system Rinse aid dispenser Detergent dispenser Dishwasher Features Self-Latching Door: The self-latching feature will hold the door wherever you place it and then automatically latch when open 20 degrees or less.
Dishware Materials NOTE: Before using your dishwasher for the first time, check the information in this section. Some items are not dish- washer safe and should be hand washed; others require special loading. Recommended: Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may fade over time. Minerals in your water may cause the aluminum to darken or spot.
Loading the Silverware 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. WARNING The sharp points and edges of knives and other sharp utensils can cause serious injury.
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Loading pattern for Long Silverware Basket 1- salad fork 5 - tablespoon 2- teaspoon 6 - serving spoon 3- dinner fork 7 - serving fork 4- knife 3 3 3 L ft id LONG il Loading pattern for Double-Flex™ Silverware Basket...
Figure 1 Rack Accessories Flip Tines (model dependent) The racks consist of tines that can be folded down depending on what you may need to load in the rack. To fold down, grasp the folding tine and release from notch. Push folding tine downward to desired position as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 4 Adding Detergent • 1 tablespoon (15ml) will clean most loads (see Figure 4). • Do not use more than 3 tablespoons (45ml). • Do not over fill the detergent dispenser. • When using detergent tabs, lay them flat to avoid contact with the cover. To Close •...
Dishwasher Cycles and Options Wash Cycles (model dependent) NOTE: In order to save energy, itis recommended to set the “Auto Power Off” feature to “P:01” (see manual section titled “Auto Power Off”). Heavy Wash: Best for cleaning items with baked-on food or grease. These dishes would normally require soaking. Auto Wash: With our most complex soil sensing capability, this cycle is perfect for use with mixed loads of dish- ware and varying amounts of food soil.
Wash Cycle Information NOTE: To save energy, this dishwasher has a “Smart Control” where the sensors in the dishwasher automatically adjust the cycle length, temperature and water changes based on the amount of food soil and the incoming water temperature. The “Smart Control”...
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For Models with Display To enter options mode: Press the On/Off button to turn the unit on. The countdown display and one of the wash cycle LEDs will be flashing. Press and hold down the > button, then simultaneously press and release the Start button. Now release the > button. The “Sanitized”...
Care and Maintenance Maintenance Tasks Certain areas of the 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, particularly if you interrupt a cycle or open the dishwasher door during a cycle.
Clean the Exterior Door Panel Colored doors: use only a soft cloth 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 and then wipe the surface. Clean the Door Gasket Regularly clean the door gasket with a damp cloth to remove food particles and other debris.
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Problem Cause Action Dishwasher 1. Incoming water is not warm enough. 1. Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet at the sink seems to run a 2. Cycle time can vary due to soil and water con- closest to the dishwasher. long time ditions.
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: Call us at 1-800-944-2904 Contact Customer Service from our web site: www.bosch-home.com/us or www.bosch-appliances.ca...
(note that they are independent entities and are not agents, partners, affiliates or representatives of Bosch®). Notwithstanding the fore- going, 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 environ- ment;...
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HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. No attempt to alter, modify or amend this warranty shall be effective unless autho- rized in writing by an officer of BSH Home Appliances Corporation. How to Obtain Warranty Service: TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE FOR YOUR PRODUCT, YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE NEAREST BOSCH® AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, OR CALL 1-800-944-2904.
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BSH reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in Canada. BSH is not responsible for products which are transported from the United States for use in Canada. Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer. BSH se réserve le droit de modifier les données techniques ou le design sans préavis.
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