Table of contents Safety .......... 4 Etagere ........... 23 General information...... 4 Folding prongs ....... 24 Intended use........ 4 Extra Clean Zone ...... 24 Restriction on user group.... 4 Basket heights........ 25 Safe installation ........ 5 Before using for the first time .. 25 Safe use ........... 6 Performing the initial configura- Damaged appliance ...... 8 tion.......... 25...
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Customer Service...... 58 Deactivate button lock.... 35 Product number (E-Nr.), produc- Interrupting programme .... 35 tion number (FD) and consecut- Terminate programme.... 35 ive numbering (Z-Nr.) ..... 59 Switching off appliance .... 35 AQUA-STOP guarantee .... 59 Basic settings........ 36 Technical specifications.... 60 Overview of basic settings ..... 36 Information regarding Free and Changing basic settings.... 38...
en Safety Safety Please read the safety information to ensure that you use the ap- pliance safely. General information You can find general information for this instruction manual here. ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. Only this will ensure you use the appliance safely and efficiently. ¡...
Safety en Keep children under the age of 8 years away from the appliance and power cable. Safe installation Follow these safety instructions when installing the appliance. WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! Improper installation may cause injury. ▶ When installing and connecting the appliance, follow the in- structions in the manual and installation instructions.
en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of fire! It is dangerous to use an extended power cord and non-ap- proved adapters. ▶ Do not use extension cables or multiple socket strips. ▶ If the power cord is too short, contact Customer Service. ▶ Only use adapters approved by the manufacturer. WARNING ‒ Risk of burns! If the appliance is not installed properly, this may result in burns.
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Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! ¡ Leaving the appliance door open may result in injury. ▶ Only open the appliance door to load or unload tableware in order to prevent accidents, e.g. through tripping. ▶ Do not sit or stand on the appliance door when open. ¡...
en Safety Damaged appliance Follow the safety instructions if the appliance is damaged. WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! ¡ If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is danger- ous. ▶ Never operate a damaged appliance. ▶ Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured sur- face.
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Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health! Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting their lives at risk. ▶ With redundant appliances, unplug the power cord. Then cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer close.
en Preventing material damage ¡ Modified or damaged water hoses Preventing material damage Preventing material dam- may result in material damage and damage to the appliance. Never kink, crush, modify or cut ▶ through water hoses. Follow these instructions to prevent Preventing material damage Only use the water hoses sup- material damage to your appliance,...
Environmental protection and saving energy en ¡ Unsuitable cleaning agents may Change the sensor setting to the de- damage the appliance. fault. Do not use a steam cleaner. ▶ Consumption is reduced. So as not to scratch the finish ▶ → "Sensors", Page 12 on the appliance, do not use sponges with a rough surface or Zeolith drying automatically helps to...
en Installation and connection AquaSensor Sensor setting Description ing low levels of active The AquaSensor is an optical meas- agents. Energy and water uring device (light barrier) which consumption are adjusted measures the turbidity of the rinsing accordingly. water. You can save water with the AquaSensor.
Installation and connection en dishwasher as a free-standing appli- Drinking water connection ance, you must stop it from tipping Connect your appliance to a drinking over, e.g. by screwing it to the wall or water connection. installing it under a continuous work- top that is securely connected to ad- Installing the drinking water jacent cabinets.
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en Installation and connection Check that the mains plug is inser- ted properly.
Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarise yourself with the parts of your appliance. Familiarising yourself with your appliance Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. Rating plate Rating plate with "E number and FD number"...
en Familiarising yourself with your appliance "Detergent" → Page 29 is added to the detergent Detergent dispenser dispenser. "Bottom basket" → Page 23 Bottom basket Dispenser for special salt Add the special salt to the dispenser for special salt. → "Water softening system", Page 26 Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the tableware in the bot- tom basket.
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Familiarising yourself with your appliance en "Switching on the appliance" → Page 34 ON/OFF button and reset button "Switching off the appliance" → Page 35 "Terminating the programme" → Page 35 "Programmes" → Page 19 Programme buttons Programme sequence display The programme sequence display shows the cur- rent cycle of the appliance, e.g. washing, rinsing or drying.
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en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Water supply display Display for water supply "Water softening system" → Page 26 Special salt refill indicator Door opener Opening the appliance door Depending on the appliance specifications...
Programmes en Programmes Programmes You can find an overview of the pro- ted. The running time will change if Programmes grammes that can be selected here. the rinse aid system is switched off Different programmes, which can be or rinse aid needs to be added. found on the control panel of your The consumption values can be appliance, are available depending...
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en Programmes Programme Programme sequence Additional func- tions Tableware: Reduced noise: → "Additional ¡ Cleaning mixed table- ¡ Pre-Rinse Silence 50 ware and cutlery. functions", ¡ Cleaning 50 °C Level of soiling: Page 21 ¡ Intermediate rinse ¡ Removing common ¡ Final rinse 35 °C household food remnants ¡...
Additional functions en Tip: To reset the programme, either Information for test institutes use the Home Connect app or reset Test institutes are provided with in- your appliance back to the factory formation for comparability tests, e.g. settings. according to EN60436. → "Overview of basic settings", These are the conditions for conduct- Page 36 ing the tests, however they are not...
en Features Adjusting top basket with side Additional func- levers tion To wash large items of tableware in ¡ For a better drying res- the baskets, adjust the shelf position ult the final rinse tem- ExtraDry of the top basket. perature is increased and the drying phase Pull out the top basket.
Features en Arrange cutlery with the points and Bottom basket sharp edges downwards. Arrange pans and plates in the bot- tom basket. Etagere Use the cutlery shelf and space un- derneath for small cups and glasses or for large items of cutlery, e.g. cooking spoons or serving cutlery.
en Features Folding prongs Extra Clean Zone Use the folding prongs to position Use the Extra Clean Zone in the top tableware securely, e.g. plates. basket to clean soiled tableware thor- oughly, e.g. muesli bowls. You can fold the prongs down to po- sition pans, bowls and glasses Selecting Extra Clean Zone better.
Before using for the first time en Pull the tab on the Extra Clean Zone up and forwards . Check that the mounts are in the correct position. a The Extra Clean Zone audibly Set the slider to ON. clicks into position ...
en Water softening system Tip: You can change these settings Water softening system Water softening system and other "Basic settings" → Page 36 at any time. Hard water leaves limescale on the Water softening system tableware as well as the washing tank and parts of the appliance may become blocked.
Water softening system en Press repeatedly until the Do not use table salt. right water hardness has been set. Add the special salt to the dis- The value H:04 is set at the fact- penser. ory. To save the settings, press for 3 seconds.
en Rinse aid system ¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. The consumption values specified You do not need to use special are laboratory measurements determ- salt. ined in accordance with the currently applicable standard and using the Press . Eco 50°...
Detergent en Switching the rinse aid sys- tem off If you find the rinse aid refill indicator irritating, e.g. when using combined detergents with a rinse aid compon- ent, you can switch the rinse aid sys- tem off. Tip: The function of rinse aid is lim- ited with combined detergents.
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en Detergent based bleaching agents are generally Separate detergents used to remove coloured marks, e.g. Separate detergents are products tea or ketchup. that do not contain components other Note: Follow the manufacturer's in- than detergent, e.g. powder deter- structions for each detergent. gent or liquid detergent.
Detergent en ¡ The function of rinse aid is limited Unsuitable detergents with combined detergents. You will Do not use detergent which could generally get better results using cause damage to the appliance or rinse aid. present a risk to health. ¡...
en Tableware Damage to glass and table- ware Avoid damage to glass and table- ware. Cause Recommendation The following table- Only put tableware in ware is not dish- the dishwasher if it is washer-safe: marked as dish- ¡ Items of cutlery washer-safe by the and tableware manufacturer.
Tableware en To save resources, do not pre- Cause Recommendation rinse tableware under running wa- The water temperat- Select a programme ter. ure of the programme with lower temperat- Observe the following when arran- is too high. ures. ging tableware: After the programme –...
en Basic operation Removing tableware Setting a programme To adjust the wash cycle to the soil- WARNING ing level of the tableware, select a Risk of injury! suitable programme. Hot tableware can cause burns to the Press the right programme button. skin.
Basic operation en few minutes and then close it. This Starting the programme will help prevent excess pressure Press building up in the appliance and stop ▶ a The programme has ended when the appliance door bursting open. the display shows "00h:00m". Press ...
en Basic settings Basic settings Basic settings You can configure the appliance to meet your needs. Basic settings Overview of basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Display text Selection Description Water hardness H:04 H:00 - H:07 Set the water softening system to your water hardness.
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Basic settings en Basic setting Display text Selection Description EmotionLight EL:02 EL:00 - EL:02 Interior light. ¡ With the setting "EL:00"m the in- terior light is switched off. ¡ With the setting "EL:01", the in- terior light can be activated via the ON/OFF button.
en Home Connect Basic setting Display text Selection Description Remote Start rc:01 rc:00 - rc:02 Activate or deactivate → "Remote Start ", Page 39. The following settings are possible: ¡ With the setting "rc:00", the func- tion is permanently deactivated. ¡ With the setting "rc:01", the func- tion can be selected via the button.
Home Connect en Tips ¡ Please consult the documents sup- plied by Home Connect. ¡ Please also follow the instructions in the Home Connect app. Note: Please note the safety precau- tions in this instruction manual and make sure that they are also ob- Follow the instructions in the served when operating the appliance Home Connect app.
You can use this function to update the software of your appliance, e.g. Declaration of Conformity for optimisation, troubleshooting or safety-relevant updating. Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH The Home Connect app informs you hereby declares that the appliance about available software updates. with Home Connect functionality...
Dishwasher Care and Ma- ance to malfunction. To avoid such chine Cleaner for Dishwashers online faults and reduce odours, we recom- at https://www.bosch-home.com/ mend cleaning your appliance at reg- store or from customer service. ular intervals. Machine Care is a programme which...
en Cleaning and servicing Phase Removal of Detergent Placement Food remnants and deposits Machine cleaner Detergent dispenser To ensure optimum cleaning perform- Remove any coarse soiling in the ance, the programme doses the de- interior with a damp cloth. tergents independently of each an- Clean the filters.
Cleaning and servicing en Cleaning filters Soiling in the dishwashing water may block the filters. After each wash check the filters for residue. Turn the coarse filter anticlockwise and remove the filter system . Check that no foreign objects ‒ fall into the sump.
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en Cleaning and servicing Pull up the lower spray arm to re- move. Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any for- eign bodies. Insert the lower spray arm. a The spray arm clicks into position. Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place.
Troubleshooting en Troubleshooting Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- Troubleshooting ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting E:32-00 will light up altern- The filters in the water con- Switch off the appliance. ately or indicator for water nection of the supply or Pull out the mains plug. supply lights up. AquaStop hose are blocked. Turn off the water tap.
Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting E:90-01 will light up altern- Mains voltage is too low. This is not a fault on the appliance. ately. Contact an electrician. Have the mains voltage and elec- trical installation checked by an electrician. A different error code ap- A technical fault is present.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting Tableware is not dry. The combined detergent Use rinse aid to improve drying per- used has a poor drying per- formance. formance. Use a different combined detergent with a better drying performance. Extra Dry not activated to im- Activate Extra Dry.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting Remnants of food on table- Tableware is placed too Arrange tableware with sufficient ware. close together or basket is space in between. overfilled. The spray jets must reach the sur- faces of the tableware. Avoid points of contact. Spray arm rotation is Arrange tableware so that it does ▶...
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting Detergent residue in the ap- Tabs are used in the quick Select a more intensive "Pro- ▶ gramme" → Page 19 or use pliance or short programme. Dissolv- "Powder detergent" → Page 29. ing time of the tab is not at- tained.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting Stubborn white coatings are Too little detergent is being Increase the amount of detergent ▶ present on tableware, inside used. used or change "Detergent " → Page 29. the appliance or the door. Washing programme selec- Select a more intensive washing ▶...
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting Coloured deposits (yellow, The formation of films is due Check the setting of the water orange, brown) that are easy to ingredients of food rem- softening system. to remove are present inside nants and tap water (limes- Add special salt.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting Irreversible clouding of Glasses are not dishwasher- Use dishwasher-proof glasses. ▶ glassware. proof, only suitable for dish- Glasses are usually only suitable for washers. use in a dishwasher, i.e. long-term wear or long-term changes must be expected.
en Troubleshooting Home Connect problem Fault Cause troubleshooting Connection to home net- WLAN on router is not act- Check the wireless network con- ▶ work is not established. ive. nection of your router. WLAN display is flashing. Connection to home net- Activate the wireless network con- ▶...
Troubleshooting en Fault Cause troubleshooting Appliance cannot be Appliance functions have Pull out the mains plug or switch off switched on or operated. failed. the fuse. Wait at least 2 minutes. Connect the appliance to the power supply. Switch the appliance on. Appliance does not start.
en Troubleshooting Fault Cause troubleshooting Lid on the detergent dis- Detergent dispenser or lid Remove detergent residue. ▶ penser cannot be closed. are blocked by sticky deter- gent residue. Noise Fault Cause troubleshooting Filling valves making knock- Caused by the domestic in- Can only be remedied in the do- ▶...
Transportation, storage and disposal en Clean wastewater pump Large remnants of food or foreign bodies can block the waste water pump. As soon as the rinsing water no longer drains properly, the waste water pump must be cleaned. WARNING Risk of injury! Sharp and pointed objects or frag- ments of glass may block the waste a The pump cover clicks into posi-...
en Customer Service Protect appliance from frost Disposing of old appliance If there is a risk of frost where the ap- Valuable raw materials can be re- pliance will be standing, e.g. in a holi- used by recycling. day home, empty the appliance com- pletely.
Customer Service en We will always find an appropriate Product number (E-Nr.), pro- solution and try to avoid unnecessary duction number (FD) and con- visits being made by a Customer Ser- secutive numbering (Z-Nr.) vice technician. With any warranty claims, we will You can find the product number (E- make sure that your appliance is re- Nr.), the production number (FD) and...
en Technical specifications needs to be turned off if you are Capacity 14 place settings away from home for a long period, This product contains light sources e.g. on holiday for several weeks. from energy efficiency class G. These light sources are available as a spare part and should only be replaced by Technical specifications Technical specifications...
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Technical specifications en To file a request, please email to oss- request@bshg.com or send a written request to BSH Hausgeräte GmbH, Carl-Wery-Str. 34, D-81739 München, Germany. Reference "OSSREQUEST" The cost of performing your request will be charged to you. This offer is valid three years from the date of pur- chase or at least as long as we offer support and spare parts for the re-...
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