Bosch SHE45C Use & Care Manual page 19

Problem Action
Odor
Dishwasher
not filling with
water
Water Leaks
Tub stains
Streaks on
glassware or
residue on the
dishes
Fascia panel
discolored or
marked
Noise during
wash cycle
Detergent
dispenser cover
will not shut
Cause
1.
2.
3.
4.
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. Restriction in the water supply system.
2. Previous wash cycle was not completed.
3. Delay-start is active.
1. Suds
2. Door seal could be pulled away from track.
3. Condensation vent is blocked.
4. Improper installation.
1. Stains on the dishwasher interior are due to
hardness of water
2. Silverware in contact with tub.
Incorrect rinse agent setting.
Abrasive cleaner used.
The dishes may not be arranged properly.
1. Improper operation of detergent coven
2. Previous cycle has not been finished, reset, or
cycle was interrupted.
1. Remove the filters and clean according to the "Check/
Clean the Filter System" section of this manual.
2. Refer to "Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal" in the
Care and Maintenance section of this manual.
3. Run a Rinse/Hold cycle if you do not intend to immedi-
ately wash the dishes.
4. Ensure the unit has completely drained from the last
cycle. Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle"
section of this manual.
5. Remove any obstructions from the drain hose by calling
qualified personnel.
Note: If odor still persists, run the Normal/Regular cycle un-
til it flushes and interrupt the cycle and place an 8 oz. cup
of distilled white vinegar solution on the top rack and then
finish the cycle.
1. Ensure that the water supply valve (typically located un-
der kitchen sink) is open and check that the water supply
line has no kinks and clogs.
2. Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle" section of
this manual.
3. Cancel the delay-start or wait until delay-start time
completes (times out). Refer to the "Delay Start" sec-
tion of this manual.
1. Wrong type of detergent results in suds and leaks. Use
only dishwasher detergents. If suds still persist, then
add one tablespoon of vegetable oil at the bottom of
the dishwasher and run the desired cycle.
2. Ensure that door seal is in the track.
3. Ensure that condensation vent is not blocked. Refer to
"Loading Extra Tall Items" in the Preparing and Loading
the Dishwasher section of this manual.
4. Have proper installation verified by qualified personnel
(water supply, drain system, leveling, plumbing).
1. Concentrated Lemon juice can reduce the build up of
hard water stains. Run a normal cycle until it flushes
and interrupt the cycle and then place an 8 oz. cup of
the concentrated lemon solution on the top rack and
finish the cycle. This can be done periodically to avoid
build up.
2. Ensure that the silverware does not make contact with
the tub while running a cycle.
Depending on the hardness of water, adjust the rinse agent
dispenser. Refer to "Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent" sec-
tion in this manual for adjustment.
Use mild detergents with soft damp cloth.
Water circulation sound is normal, but if you suspect items
are banging into each other or into the spray arms, refer
to the "Preparing and Loading" section of this manual for
optimal arrangement.
1. Refer to "Adding Detergent and Rinse Aid" section of
this manual for instructions on opening and closing the
dispenser.
2. Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle" section
of this manual.
Unable to select Previous cycle has not finished. Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle" section of
desired cycle this manual.