® ® DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN ET D’UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE 9000746662 REV A - 01/12
Dear Valued Bosch® Customer, Welcome to the Bosch® family and congratulations on your new Bosch® dishwasher purchase! Our German engineers work tirelessly to craft machines with virtually silent operation, resource-saving efficiency, and optimum quality. We know you’ll be pleased. For quick answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the Quick Reference Guide packaged with this manual. For other premium Bosch® appliances, visit us online at: www.bosch-home.com/us (USA) or www.bosch-appliances.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Please READ and SAVE this information WARNING 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. Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unqualified service technicians or non-original replacement parts.
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 When loading items to be washed: • Locate sharp items so they are not likely to damage the door seal. • Load knives and other sharp utensils with their HANDLES UP to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. • Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations. • Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place.
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Dishwasher Features ActiveWater™: Technology that utilizes design, water pressure and efficiency to turn two gallons of water into the cleaning power of more than 1,300. Delay Start: Delays the start time of your dishwasher using the delay start option by 3, 6, or 9 hours. EcoSense® Wash Management System: Checks water condition and decides if a second fresh water fill is necessary. Extra Dry Heat: Raises the temperature of the rinse and increases the drying time resulting in improved drying.
Loading the Dishwasher Do not pre-wash items with loosely attached soiling. Remove all food particles, bones, toothpicks and excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require some pretreatment. Refer to the Dishware Materials section for more information about dishware suitability. Load only dishwasher safe items into the dishwasher. Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so the insides of bowls, pots and pans are facing the spray arms.
Suggested Loading Pattern - Long Silverware Basket Top Rack Bottom Rack Additional Loading Pattern - Long Silverware Basket Top Rack Bottom Rack 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.
Duo-Flex Basket Placement Options The Long Silverware Basket (select models) The long silverware basket fits along the side of the lower rack. Long Basket Placement Option Loading pattern for Duo-Flex & Long Silverware Baskets 1 1234- 2 3 5 6 7 salad fork 5 - tablespoon 6 - serving spoon teaspoon dinner fork 7 - serving fork knife The basket lid may also be snapped to the handle in order to leave the basket open.
Rack Accessories Figure 1 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 2 Manual Rack Height Adjustment (model dependent) Remove the empty top rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it can be lifted upward as show in Figure 2.
Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent Detergent Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. For best results, use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent or detergent tabs. NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher. To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use too much detergent if your water is soft. Using too much detergent with soft water may cause etching in glassware. This dishwasher uses less water than most, therefore, less detergent is required.
Rinse Aid Figure 7 To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse aid, even if your detergent contains a rinse aid or drying additive. Note: The dishwasher indicates low rinse aid by turning on the Rinse Aid indicator light. If this light is on, you need to refill the rinse aid dispenser by following the directions below. Adding Rinse Aid Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser until the reservoir is full (see Figure 7). Wipe up any excess rinse aid that may puddle when the dispenser reservoir is full.
Dishwasher Cycles and Options Wash Cycles (model dependent) 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 dishware and varying amounts of food soil. This is the most flexible cycle and is a good choice for everyday use. Normal Wash: Thoroughly cleans a full load of normally soiled dishes.
Operating the Dishwasher Start the dishwasher: 1 2 3 4 Open the door and press the On/Off button. One of the wash cycle LEDs will be flashing. You can now select a wash cycle. Press the Cycle Select arrow buttons to select the desired wash cycle. Press Start and close the door to begin the cycle. Cancel a cycle: 1 2 3 4 Open the dishwasher door just far enough to expose the control panel. Be careful of hot water that may splash out. Press and hold Start until the “Active” LED goes out.
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. To avoid floor damage and possibly mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher.
To reinstall the filter system, return the fine filter to the installed position. Turn the locking nut clockwise until it is locked. The arrow on the ring handle and the arrow on the Fine Filter should point at each other. 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.
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 Self-latching door not closing properly Cause 1. Self-latching feature will not work properly if dishwasher is not installed correctly. Action 1. Ensure the alignment of the dishwasher frame is accurate and level. 1. Door may not be properly latched 2.
Problem Odor Cause 1. Food debris is present at the bottom of the dishwasher 2. Food particles are present near the door seal 3. Dishes left in unit too long before running a cycle 4. Residual water is present at the bottom of the dishwasher 5. Drain hose is obstructed Action 1. Remove the filters and clean according to the “Care and Maintenance” section on page 14 of the manual 2. Refer to “Care and Maintenance” section on page 14 of the manual 4.
Customer Service Your Bosch® dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in the Care and Maintenance section of this manual. If you are having a problem with your dishwasher, before calling for service please refer to the Self Help section of the manual. 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.
Warranty Information What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to: The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances Corporation (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 returned m
BSH Home Appliances Corporation reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in Canada. BSH Home Appliances Corporation 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 Home Appliances Corporation se réserve le droit de modifier les données techniques ou le design sans préavis. Certains modèles sont certifiés pour une utilisation au Canada.
