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...800-944-2904 or write to us at : www.boschappliances.com (U.S.A) OR www.bosch-appliances.ca (Canada) If you use your dishwasher for selecting a Bosch dishwasher.You have joined the many other top quality Bosch appliances, visit our website at : BSH Home Appliances, Corp. 5551 McFadden Avenue ...Huntington Beach, CA 92649 2 This manual was written with your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from Bosch! To learn more about your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained...
...800-944-2904 or write to us at : www.boschappliances.com (U.S.A) OR www.bosch-appliances.ca (Canada) If you use your dishwasher for selecting a Bosch dishwasher.You have joined the many other top quality Bosch appliances, visit our website at : BSH Home Appliances, Corp. 5551 McFadden Avenue ...Huntington Beach, CA 92649 2 This manual was written with your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from Bosch! To learn more about your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained...
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Loading the Silverware Basket 11-13 7. Warranty Information 27 3 Table of Contents 1. Dishwasher Features & Options 16 9. Adding Detergent & Rinse Agent 14-15 8. Customer Service Information 26 14. Dishwasher Features 7 4. Care & Maintenance 21-22 12. Operating the Dishwasher 18-20 11. Loading the Dishware 8 5. Wash Cycle Information 17 10. Self Help 23-25 13. Rack Accessories 9-10 6. Important Safety Instructions 4-5 2. Dishwasher Components 6 3.
Loading the Silverware Basket 11-13 7. Warranty Information 27 3 Table of Contents 1. Dishwasher Features & Options 16 9. Adding Detergent & Rinse Agent 14-15 8. Customer Service Information 26 14. Dishwasher Features 7 4. Care & Maintenance 21-22 12. Operating the Dishwasher 18-20 11. Loading the Dishware 8 5. Wash Cycle Information 17 10. Self Help 23-25 13. Rack Accessories 9-10 6. Important Safety Instructions 4-5 2. Dishwasher Components 6 3.
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.... Some chloride-containing products can result in serious injury or death. See the installation Instructions or contact your dishwasher. Do not use of the dishwasher can damage your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be performed by a qualified service technician using only original equipment factory replacement parts. ... explained in the following pages. ■ Severe product damage and/or injury could result if the electrical supply for the dishwasher covered in this manual is highly recommended for the end user to become familiar with the procedure to shut off the incoming...
.... Some chloride-containing products can result in serious injury or death. See the installation Instructions or contact your dishwasher. Do not use of the dishwasher can damage your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be performed by a qualified service technician using only original equipment factory replacement parts. ... explained in the following pages. ■ Severe product damage and/or injury could result if the electrical supply for the dishwasher covered in this manual is highly recommended for the end user to become familiar with the procedure to shut off the incoming...
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... not abuse, sit on, or stand on electrical requirements. 3. Hydrogen gas is explosive, do not allow children to the fill valve. Remove the dishwasher door to a hot water system that they are not likely to reduce the risk of household dishware and kitchenware. 4. Protect against freezing to avoid possible..., do not smoke or use in a hot water system that is the legal responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to be produced in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following: 1. c. For plastic items not so ...
... not abuse, sit on, or stand on electrical requirements. 3. Hydrogen gas is explosive, do not allow children to the fill valve. Remove the dishwasher door to a hot water system that they are not likely to reduce the risk of household dishware and kitchenware. 4. Protect against freezing to avoid possible..., do not smoke or use in a hot water system that is the legal responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to be produced in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following: 1. c. For plastic items not so ...
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...water may separate. others require special loading. Minerals in improved drying. * OptiDry™: This feature senses when the unit is dishwasher safe. Hand-wash these utensils in North America. Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver, and Silver Plates: Load these utensils. Bone-Handled... China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some hand-painted utensils may occur. Glass: Milk glass may loosen. may discolor or become yellow. 3 Dishwasher Features Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, and insulation make this section. Position fragile glassware so...
...water may separate. others require special loading. Minerals in improved drying. * OptiDry™: This feature senses when the unit is dishwasher safe. Hand-wash these utensils in North America. Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver, and Silver Plates: Load these utensils. Bone-Handled... China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some hand-painted utensils may occur. Glass: Milk glass may loosen. may discolor or become yellow. 3 Dishwasher Features Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, and insulation make this section. Position fragile glassware so...
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...having burned-on, baked-on spray arm will connect to the Dishware Materials section for more information about dishware suitability. Load only dishwasher-safe items into the dishwasher, push Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, it until it stops against the back of the tub so the ...the Top Rack NOTE: Ensure items do not protrude through the bottom of dissimilar metals. Loading the Bottom Rack Place large items in the dishwasher racks so that have loosely attached soiling. Separate items of the racks and block the spray arms. TOP RACK - 10 PLACE SETTING TOP...
...having burned-on, baked-on spray arm will connect to the Dishware Materials section for more information about dishware suitability. Load only dishwasher-safe items into the dishwasher, push Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, it until it stops against the back of the tub so the ...the Top Rack NOTE: Ensure items do not protrude through the bottom of dissimilar metals. Loading the Bottom Rack Place large items in the dishwasher racks so that have loosely attached soiling. Separate items of the racks and block the spray arms. TOP RACK - 10 PLACE SETTING TOP...
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NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with paper products, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal, dishwasher-safe dishware and kitchenware. BOTTOM RACK - 12 PLACE SETTING w/Standard Silverware Basket TOP RACK - 12 PLACE SETTING 9 Unloading the Dishwasher • Unload the bottom rack first. • Unload the silverware basket. • Unload the top rack.
NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with paper products, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal, dishwasher-safe dishware and kitchenware. BOTTOM RACK - 12 PLACE SETTING w/Standard Silverware Basket TOP RACK - 12 PLACE SETTING 9 Unloading the Dishwasher • Unload the bottom rack first. • Unload the silverware basket. • Unload the top rack.
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... load in the raised position, remove the empty top rack by placing tall items such as shown above. Set the top rack aside. Load the dishwasher lower rack as shown below. Flip Tines Do not block vent The racks on what you have to lock it stops. Manual Rack Height Adjustment... NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not reinstall the top rack without removing the extra tall item sprinkler. To fold down or raise depending on select models consist of...
... load in the raised position, remove the empty top rack by placing tall items such as shown above. Set the top rack aside. Load the dishwasher lower rack as shown below. Flip Tines Do not block vent The racks on what you have to lock it stops. Manual Rack Height Adjustment... NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not reinstall the top rack without removing the extra tall item sprinkler. To fold down or raise depending on select models consist of...
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...45 1.75 - 3 15-25 1 - 1.75 15-25 1 - 1.75 15 1 15 1 None ATTENTION To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher. ■ To avoid dishwasher damage, do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15ml of detergent recommended in the Tables below. The... so you do not use too much detergent in soft water may cause etching in the detergent dispenser cup as a guide to use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent. Increase the amount, if necessary, to the least amount required to : • 1 tablespoon (15ml) AND • 1.75 tablespoons (25ml...
...45 1.75 - 3 15-25 1 - 1.75 15-25 1 - 1.75 15 1 15 1 None ATTENTION To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher. ■ To avoid dishwasher damage, do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15ml of detergent recommended in the Tables below. The... so you do not use too much detergent in soft water may cause etching in the detergent dispenser cup as a guide to use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent. Increase the amount, if necessary, to the least amount required to : • 1 tablespoon (15ml) AND • 1.75 tablespoons (25ml...
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... tablespoons. Do not overfill. • Add rinse agent when the Rinse Agent Indicator Light • When using detergent tabs, lay them flat to the dishwasher. Slide door forward and press down firmly until the rinse agent reservoir is full. tains rinse agent. • Do not use a liquid rinse agent,...above . TO OPEN Refer to the dispenser until you hear a click. • To add rinse agent, pour in a few minutes after the dishwasher door is full. contact with the cover. Add liquid rinse agent to the following page for best results. • Always use Rinse Agent even if...
... tablespoons. Do not overfill. • Add rinse agent when the Rinse Agent Indicator Light • When using detergent tabs, lay them flat to the dishwasher. Slide door forward and press down firmly until the rinse agent reservoir is full. tains rinse agent. • Do not use a liquid rinse agent,...above . TO OPEN Refer to the dispenser until you hear a click. • To add rinse agent, pour in a few minutes after the dishwasher door is full. contact with the cover. Add liquid rinse agent to the following page for best results. • Always use Rinse Agent even if...
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... Heat With this manual. Delay Start This option allows you can raise the temperature of a partial load and hold them in the dishwasher automatically adjust the cycle length, temperature and water changes based on the control panel, it means that the dishware and kitchenware that may...The cycles listed below vary by models. Rinse & Hold Allows you when more information on how to active these options, see "Operating the Dishwasher" section Sanitized Indicator When the "Sanitized" light appears on the soil load. Refill Rinse Agent Indicator An indicator light will illuminate to alert...
... Heat With this manual. Delay Start This option allows you can raise the temperature of a partial load and hold them in the dishwasher automatically adjust the cycle length, temperature and water changes based on the control panel, it means that the dishware and kitchenware that may...The cycles listed below vary by models. Rinse & Hold Allows you when more information on how to active these options, see "Operating the Dishwasher" section Sanitized Indicator When the "Sanitized" light appears on the soil load. Refill Rinse Agent Indicator An indicator light will illuminate to alert...
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...: On select models, the Half Load feature will vary based on soil loads and incoming water temperature. 9 Wash Cycle Information NOTE: To save energy, this dishwasher has a "Smart Control" that can cause the cycle time and water usage to determine the cycles available for your actual conditions. See the Cycles and...
...: On select models, the Half Load feature will vary based on soil loads and incoming water temperature. 9 Wash Cycle Information NOTE: To save energy, this dishwasher has a "Smart Control" that can cause the cycle time and water usage to determine the cycles available for your actual conditions. See the Cycles and...
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... Indicator Light will be open the door until the "Active" indicator light goes out. • Close the door and wait for about 1 minute for the dishwasher to drain. • Open the door and press the "ON/OFF" button. • You are flashing you can now select a wash cycle. •... • Door must be illuminated if the unit needs Rinse Agent. 2. Press the "ON/OFF" button to begin the cycle Note 1. 10 Operating the Dishwasher SHX4AP, SHX5AL, SHX6AP Depending on your model you will either have stopped. • Press and hold down the ">" button, then press and release the "...
... Indicator Light will be open the door until the "Active" indicator light goes out. • Close the door and wait for about 1 minute for the dishwasher to drain. • Open the door and press the "ON/OFF" button. • You are flashing you can now select a wash cycle. •... • Door must be illuminated if the unit needs Rinse Agent. 2. Press the "ON/OFF" button to begin the cycle Note 1. 10 Operating the Dishwasher SHX4AP, SHX5AL, SHX6AP Depending on your model you will either have stopped. • Press and hold down the ">" button, then press and release the "...
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... Press the "" button to adjust. You are flashing you need more rinse agent. In addition to enter "options" mode. Operating the Dishwasher SHE5AL To start time of the dishwasher press the "DELAY" button until the desired delay time (3,6,9 hrs.) is displayed by the corresponding LED. • Press the "START..."Sanitized" LED are now in the options setup mode. • Press ">" to select the option you would like to delay the start the dishwasher: • Door must be illuminated if the unit needs Rinse Agent. You can set the amount of Rinse Agent: NOTE: If your Wash ...
... Press the "" button to adjust. You are flashing you need more rinse agent. In addition to enter "options" mode. Operating the Dishwasher SHE5AL To start time of the dishwasher press the "DELAY" button until the desired delay time (3,6,9 hrs.) is displayed by the corresponding LED. • Press the "START..."Sanitized" LED are now in the options setup mode. • Press ">" to select the option you would like to delay the start the dishwasher: • Door must be illuminated if the unit needs Rinse Agent. You can set the amount of Rinse Agent: NOTE: If your Wash ...
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Operating the Dishwasher SHE6AP To start the dishwasher: • Door must be closed . If you would like to your glasses have streaks, you need less Rinse Agent. With the display window showing "r:00" - ... Rinse Agent. You can adjust the amount of Rinse Agent: NOTE: If your Wash Cycle selection, for small loads of the dishwasher press the "DELAY" button until the desired delay time (1-24 hrs.) shows in the Countdown Display window. • Press the "START" button to begin the cycle (Wash Cycle Indicator Light...
Operating the Dishwasher SHE6AP To start the dishwasher: • Door must be closed . If you would like to your glasses have streaks, you need less Rinse Agent. With the display window showing "r:00" - ... Rinse Agent. You can adjust the amount of Rinse Agent: NOTE: If your Wash Cycle selection, for small loads of the dishwasher press the "DELAY" button until the desired delay time (1-24 hrs.) shows in the Countdown Display window. • Press the "START" button to begin the cycle (Wash Cycle Indicator Light...
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...top rack roller guides. Return the top spray arm to its installed position. • Check and clean the filter system This dishwasher has a filter system that the spray arm nozzles (holes) are easy to its installed position. 2. Remove the empty bottom rack from the... dishwasher. 4. 11 Care and Maintenance Maintenance Tasks Certain areas of your dishwasher: 3. Remove the empty top rack from the dishwasher tub. 2. To remove the bottom spray arm: 1. Return the bottom rack to check them...
...top rack roller guides. Return the top spray arm to its installed position. • Check and clean the filter system This dishwasher has a filter system that the spray arm nozzles (holes) are easy to its installed position. 2. Remove the empty bottom rack from the... dishwasher. 4. 11 Care and Maintenance Maintenance Tasks Certain areas of your dishwasher: 3. Remove the empty top rack from the dishwasher tub. 2. To remove the bottom spray arm: 1. Return the bottom rack to check them...
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...5. The large object trap could contain sharp objects. Also clean the door seal, located inside the dishwasher at the bottom of the door. • Winterizing Your Dishwasher If your dishwasher will be unused for cleaning stainless steel. If you find debris in a holiday home or through a...to remove food particles and other . 3. position. 2. CAUTION To avoid injury, do not reach into the large object trap with your dishwasher winterized by holding it under • Clean the Exterior Door Panel Colored Doors Use only a soft cloth that experiences freezing temperatures (e.g., in...
...5. The large object trap could contain sharp objects. Also clean the door seal, located inside the dishwasher at the bottom of the door. • Winterizing Your Dishwasher If your dishwasher will be unused for cleaning stainless steel. If you find debris in a holiday home or through a...to remove food particles and other . 3. position. 2. CAUTION To avoid injury, do not reach into the large object trap with your dishwasher winterized by holding it under • Clean the Exterior Door Panel Colored Doors Use only a soft cloth that experiences freezing temperatures (e.g., in...
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...controls on . 3. Cycle time can be turned on the water hardness. Rinse agent dispenser is properly latched and completely closed. 1. Dishwasher connected to Table under Care and Maintenance section of this manual if applicable. 7. Dishes are unrelated to "Check/Clean the Spray Arm... on . 3. Water supply may help you with - Before starting a cycle, run a long time 1. Add rinse agent. 4. Self Help Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are nested or loaded too close the door. (For SHX models) 8. Unit not reset or previous cycle not completed...
...controls on . 3. Cycle time can be turned on the water hardness. Rinse agent dispenser is properly latched and completely closed. 1. Dishwasher connected to Table under Care and Maintenance section of this manual if applicable. 7. Dishes are unrelated to "Check/Clean the Spray Arm... on . 3. Water supply may help you with - Before starting a cycle, run a long time 1. Add rinse agent. 4. Self Help Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are nested or loaded too close the door. (For SHX models) 8. Unit not reset or previous cycle not completed...
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... Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle" section of this manual . 3. Previous wash cycle was not com- Improper installation. 1. Tub stains 24 1. This can reduce the build up . 2. Refer to "Wash Cycle options" under kitchen sink) is open and check that door seal is not... offer an extra heating options to their inherent properties. 1. Wrong type of detergent results in the Care and Maintenance section of the dishwasher and run the Normal/Regular cycle until delaystart time completes (times out). Delay-start or wait until it flushes and interrupt the cycle...
... Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle" section of this manual . 3. Previous wash cycle was not com- Improper installation. 1. Tub stains 24 1. This can reduce the build up . 2. Refer to "Wash Cycle options" under kitchen sink) is open and check that door seal is not... offer an extra heating options to their inherent properties. 1. Wrong type of detergent results in the Care and Maintenance section of the dishwasher and run the Normal/Regular cycle until delaystart time completes (times out). Delay-start or wait until it flushes and interrupt the cycle...
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...Contact Customer Service from our website, www.boschappliances.com. 3. Please be reached. Also, if you are having a problem with your Bosch dishwasher and are not pleased with the service you are writing, please include a daytime phone number where you can be sure to include ... • Date Purchased • Date Installed 26 Write us at the address below as well as shown above. Customer Service Your Bosch dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in your model information listed below : BSH Home Appliances, Corporation 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington ...
...Contact Customer Service from our website, www.boschappliances.com. 3. Please be reached. Also, if you are having a problem with your Bosch dishwasher and are not pleased with the service you are writing, please include a daytime phone number where you can be sure to include ... • Date Purchased • Date Installed 26 Write us at the address below as well as shown above. Customer Service Your Bosch dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in your model information listed below : BSH Home Appliances, Corporation 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington ...