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
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.
Table of Contents 1. Important Safety Instructions.................................... 4-5 2. Dishwasher Components............................................... 6 3. Dishwasher Features. ...................................................7 4. Loading the Dishware...................................................8 5. Rack Accessories...................................................... 9-10 6. Loading the Silverware Basket .............................. 11-13 7. Adding Detergent & Rinse Agent............
1 Important Safety Instructions Please Read & Save this Information WARNING NOTICE 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. Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for the possible damages or consequences.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following: 1. This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this Use and Care Manual. Read and understand all instructions before using the dishwasher. 2. 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 equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher.
2 Dishwasher Components * Features vary by model Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Arm Vent Silverware Basket Filter System Bottom Rack Bottom Rack Spray Arm Rinse Agent Dispenser Detergent Dispenser Serial Number Label FILTER SYSTEM 6
3 Dishwasher Features 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 Heater™: Heats water up to a sanitizing temperature. SaniDry™: A high temperature final rinse, a low temperature stainless steel tub, and the sheeting action of a rinse agent result in drying that is hygienic, energy efficient, and economical.
4 Loading the Dishware Do not pre-wash items that have loosely attached soiling. Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, and excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require pre-treatment. NOTE: When pushing the top rack into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the top rack spray arm will connect to the water supply at the back of the tub. Do not push the top rack with the door.
NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with paper products, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal, dishwashersafe dishware and kitchenware. TOP RACK - Additional Loading Pattern Unloading the Dishwasher • Unload the bottom rack first. • Unload the silverware basket. • Unload the top rack. • NOTE: Racks shown vary by model.
5 Rack Accessories * Extra Tall Item Sprinkler (select models) If an item is too tall to be placed into the bottom rack even with the top rack in the raised position, remove the empty top rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it stops. Pull the front of the rack upward and outward until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides. • • Set the top rack aside. Push the roller guides back into the dishwasher.
Re-insert the rack with the other set of rollers on the roller guides, as shown below. 6 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 on the following page. Place knives and sharp utensils with their handles up, and forks and spoons with their handles down.
Loading the Standard Silverware Basket 1 2 3 4 6 5 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.
Loading the Flexible Silverware Basket 1 - Salad Fork 5 - Table Spoon 2 - Tea Spoon 6 - Serving Spoon 3 - Dinner Fork 7 - Serving Fork Some Basket Placement Options 4 - Knife 13
7 Detergent Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent Rinse Agent Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. For best results, use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent. To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse agent, even if your detergent contains a rinse agent or drying additive. NOTE: The dishwasher indicates low rinse agent by the Rinse Agent Indicator Light. Add liquid rinse agent to the dispenser until the rinse agent reservoir is full.
Adding Detergent Adding Rinse Agent 3 TBS MAX 2 TBS (25 ML) 1 TBS (15 ML) • • • • Use fresh powdered detergent for best results. 1 tablespoon will clean most loads. Do not use more than 3 tablespoons. Do not overfill. When using detergent tabs, lay them flat to avoid contact with the cover. • • Always use Rinse Agent even if your detergent contains rinse agent. Add rinse agent when the Rinse Agent Indicator Light on the control panel illuminates.
8 Dishwasher Features & Options Wash Cycles * Wash Cycle Options * The cycles listed below vary by models. * The options listed below vary by models. Power Scrub Cleans items having baked-on or hard dried food soils. These items may require soaking or hand scouring. Extra Dry Heat With this option you can raise the temperature of the rinse water and increase the drying time for improved drying. Auto Wash Takes the guesswork out of cycle selection.
9 Wash Cycle Information NOTE: To save energy, this dishwasher has a “Smart Control” that automatically adjusts the cycle based on soil loads and incoming water temperature. The “Smart Control” makes decisions that can cause the cycle time and water usage to adjust intermittently. Make sure that the incoming hot water supply line is connected to the water inlet connection on the dishwasher and has a water pressure of 15-145 PSI (1-10 bar). Wash program cycle times are based on 120F.
10 Operating the Dishwasher SHX4AP, SHX5AL, SHX6AP Depending on your model you will either have 4, 5 or 6 wash cycles. To start the dishwasher: • • • • • Open the Door. Press the “ON/OFF” button. One of the Wash Cycle LEDs will be flashing. You can now select a wash cycle. Press the "<" or ">" button to select the desired wash cycle. Press the “START” button (LED stops flashing) Close the door to begin the cycle Note 1. Rinse Agent Indicator Light will be illuminated if the unit needs Rinse Agent. 2.
Operating the Dishwasher SHE5AL, SHE4AP To start the dishwasher: • • • • Door must be closed. Press the “ON/OFF” button. One of the Wash Cycle LEDs will be flashing. You can now select a wash cycle. Press the "<" or ">" button to select the desired wash cycle. Select the "Half Load" or "Delay Start" features if desired at this point. If you would like to delay the start time of the dishwasher press the “DELAY” button until the desired delay time (3,6,9 hrs.) is displayed by the corresponding LED.
Operating the Dishwasher SHE6AP, SHE6AF To start the dishwasher: • • Door must be closed. Press the “ON/OFF” button. The Countdown Display and one of the Wash Cycle LEDs will be flashing. You can now select a wash cycle. • Press the "<" or ">" button to select the desired wash cycle. • Select the "Half Load" ("Top Rack only" in select models) or "Delay Start" features if desired at this point.
11 Maintenance Tasks Care & Maintenance 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. To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher.
CAUTION To avoid injury, do not reach into the large object trap with your fingers. The large object trap could contain sharp objects. To reinstall the filter system: 1. Return the fine filter to its originally installed position. To remove the Large Object Trap/ Cylinder Filter Assembly: 1. Remove the bottom rack. 2. Grasp the assembly and turn it counterclockwise - ¼ turn as shown below. 2. Turn the locking nut clockwise 1/4 turn until it is locked.
12 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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1. 2. 3. 6. 7. 8. Door may not be properly latched. Unit may not be turned on. Unit not reset or previous cycle not completed. Delay start engaged.
Problem Cause Action Odor 1. 1. 5. Food debris is present at the bottom of the dishwasher. Food particles are present near the door seal. Dishes left too long in unit before running a cycle. Residual water is present at the bottom of the dishwasher. Drain hose is obstructed. 1. 2. 3. Restriction in the water supply system. Previous wash cycle was not completed. Delay-start is active. 1. 2. 3. 4.
13 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 unauthorized personnel may void the warranty.
14 Statement of Limited Product Warranty What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to: The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances (“Bosch”) in this Statement of Limited Product Warranty applies only to Bosch dishwashers (“Product”) sold to you, the first using purchaser, provided that the Product was purchased: (1) for your normal, household (non-commercial) use, and has in fact at all times only been used for normal household purposes; (2) new at retail (not a display, “as is”, or previously r
