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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SHEM78WH5N en-usOperating instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    en-us Table of contents Safety Definitions ..4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... . 5 Causes of Damage ..8 Getting Started .
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  • Page 4: Safety Definitions

    en-us Safety Definitions Safety Definitions WARNING This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning. CAUTION! This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning. NOTICE: This indicates that damage to the appliance or property may occur as a...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS using the dishwasher. This dishwasher is provided with Installation Instructions and this Use This dishwasher is intended for use and Care Manual. Read and up to a maximum altitude of 4,000 understand all instructions before meters above sea level.
  • Page 6 To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe WARNING the following: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE! WARNING Electrical shock or fire could result if the electrical supply for RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH! the dishwasher covered in this Misuse of the dishwasher can manual is incorrectly installed or result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Do not wash plastic items ■ WARNING unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! equivalent. For plastic items This appliance must be not so marked, check the grounded.
  • Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Child Safety To avoid dishwasher damage, do not allow water to remain in your To reduce risk of injury, do not allow dishwasher systems through children to play in or on the extended periods of freezing dishwasher.

  • Page 10: Causes Of Damage

    en-us Causes of Damage Causes of Damage NOTICES Never use steam cleaning ■ products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for the possible damages or consequences. To avoid possible dishwasher ■ damage, do not use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads (metal or plastic), or abrasive cloths/paper towels to...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started en-us Getting Started Appliance overview 7 8 9 4 5 6 ƒ Ù ˜ 6HWXS 3 VHF. 12 13 14 15 5HVHW 3 VHF.
  • Page 12 en-us Getting Started Display indicators The numbers stated below refer to the overview images on the previous ‹‹:‹‹ Cycle time remaining page of this manual. Refill rinse aid indicator Lights up when rinse aid is Operating panel Refill salt indicator ( On/Off button Lights up when salt is low 0 Wash cycles**...
  • Page 13 Getting Started en-us Press and hold the Info button The following text is indicated on the 8 for 3 seconds. display window at the top @: The selected setting has now been Scroll with < > stored. Set with + - Leave with Setup 3 sec.
  • Page 14 en-us Getting Started Settings The dishwasher has been preset with Make the selection with setting certain settings for your convenience. buttons + - X. You can change these factory Press and hold the Info button 8 for 3 seconds. setting. The chosen setting has now been Change the setting as follows: stored.
  • Page 15 Getting Started en-us Setting Factory setting Infotext by pressing Info button ( Start wash cycle Auto 130-150° F When switching on, the last selected wash cycle appears. Tone volume * Level 2 Volume of signal at end of wash cycle. Button volume Level 2 Volume when using buttons.

  • Page 16: Home Connect

    en-us Home Connect Keep pressing button >)R until Home Connect the required setting is indicated on the display window at the top This dishwasher is Wi-Fi capable and can be remotely controlled via a Make the setting with setting mobile device. buttons + - X.
  • Page 17 Home Connect en-us Manual: Connect your mobile Unique appliance identification ■ terminal device to the Home Connect (consisting of appliance codes as network. The network settings are well as the MAC address of the then manually entered using the installed Wi-Fi communication Home Connect App to connect to module).

  • Page 18: Declaration Of Conformity

    ON/OFF switch ( or deactivate Customer Service access in the Home Connect App. Declaration of Conformity Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH hereby declares that the appliance which features Home Connect functionality is in accordance with the essential requirements and the other relevant provisions of the directive 1999/5/EC.

  • Page 19: Water Softening System / Special Salt

    Water softening system / special salt en-us Adjusting the water Water softening softening system system / special salt The amount of salt dispensed can be set from 0 to 62°E. Salt is not To ensure good rinsing results, the required at the set value 0-8. dishwasher requires soft water, i.e.
  • Page 20 en-us Water softening system / special salt Switching off low salt Top off the salt as follows: Undo the screw plug on the indicator / water softening dispenser 1R. system Fill the dispenser with water (required only when switching on If the use of combined detergents the appliance for the first time).

  • Page 21: Rinse Aid

    Rinse Aid en-us Add liquid rinse aid to the Rinse Aid dispenser 9" until it is full. Do not overfill. To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse aid, even if your detergent contains a rinse aid or drying additive. The dishwasher indicates low Note: rinse aid by turning on the Refill...

  • Page 22: Loading The Dishwasher

    en-us Loading the Dishwasher Setting Amount Loading the medium setting §:‹„ Dishwasher §:‹… medium/high setting Dishware material high setting §:‹† §:‹‡ highest setting Before using your dishwasher Note: for the first time, check the information in this section. Some Open the door. items are not dishwasher-safe and Switch on ON/OFF button (.

  • Page 23: Loading The Racks

    Loading the Dishwasher en-us Loading the racks Not Recommended Acrylic Crazing or small cracks For best dishwashing results, throughout the acrylic, may observe the following when loading occur. the dishwasher: Do not pre-wash items with ■ Adhesive- Adhesives that join loosely attached food soil.
  • Page 24 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Loading the lower rack Third rack - 12 place setting Place large items in the lower rack 1j. Load pots, pans and bowls upside down. Do not block the vent hole with tall baking sheets. Load these items on the right side of the dishwasher.

  • Page 25: Loading The Silverware Basket

    Loading the Dishwasher en-us Third rack - 10 place setting * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher Suggested loading patterns Salad fork Teaspoon Dinner fork Knife Tablespoon Serving spoon Serving fork Loading the silverware basket* Place knives and sharp utensils with their handles up and forks and...
  • Page 26 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Adjusting the height of the With Upper rack Lower rack rack * third rack If required, the height of the upper 8 in 12 in Setting 2 rack 12 can be adjusted to create max. ø (20.5 cm) (30.5 cm) more space for taller utensils either in...

  • Page 27: Rack Accessories

    Loading the Dishwasher en-us Rack accessories ® RackMatic The height of the upper rack 12 can Flip tines* be adjusted in 3 steps to create more space. The upper and lower rack are fitted with flip tines that can be folded Pull the upper rack out of the down depending on what you may dishwasher until it stops.
  • Page 28 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Plastic item clips* &/,&. Light-weight plastic accessories (cups, lids, etc.) can be held securely by the plastic item clips. Press the plastic item clip against the rack as shown until it clicks. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher Extra tall item sprinkler* If an item is too tall to be placed in...
  • Page 29 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Removing/Installing third rack Keep the vent hole on the tub’s Note: left side clear by placing tall items such as plastic cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the lower rack’s Removing third rack 1* right side or center. Pull out third rack all the way (1).
  • Page 30 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Installing third rack 1* Removing/Installing upper rack Pull out third rack rails all the way (1). Insert third rack at an angle. Make sure that the stopper hooks of both rails slide in between the holding hooks and the lower rollers of the third rack (2).

  • Page 31: Detergent

    Detergent en-us Installing upper rack 12 Detergent Pull out upper rack rails all the way (1). Use only detergent specifically Insert upper rack at an angle. designed for dishwashers. For best Make sure that the stopper hooks results, use fresh powdered of both rails slide in between the dishwashing detergent or detergent upper and lower rollers on the...
  • Page 32 en-us Detergent Poor detergent into the dry Close the lid by placing the finger detergent dispenser 9* only. on the lid as shown. Slide the lid Add detergent. Do not overfill the closed and press down firmly until detergent dispenser. it clicks.

  • Page 33: Dishwasher Cycles

    Dishwasher Cycles en-us Dishwasher Cycles In order to save energy, it is Note: recommended to set the Auto Power Off feature to ˜:‹‚. Wash cycle Recommended use Possible wash cycle option Heavy Best for cleaning items with baked-on food or grease. These dishes would normally require soaking or hand scouring.
  • Page 34 en-us Dishwasher Cycles CITJ, dispenser with no detergent being used in the prewash. The unit was not subjected to truncated testing per the definitions in the test procedure. We recommend that dish loads such as the one in the energy certification test have the rack position set in the highest position.

  • Page 35: Dishwasher Cycle Options

    Dishwasher Cycle Options en-us Dishwasher Cycle The “Eco” function can be used to Options reduce water and energy consumption. The running time is Delay extended for optimum cleaning and drying results. Allows you to delay the start time of your dishwasher up to 24 hours. Extra Dry Speed Perfect An increased temperature during the...
  • Page 36 en-us Dishwasher Cycle Options Heavy Auto Delicate Normal Speed Express Half Load Rinse Cycle 110 - 135 105 - 130 80 - 85 130 - 135 60 95-105 time in min. 4.9-6.4/ 3.5-6.5/ 2.5-3.8/ 2.2-5.3/ 3.7/ 2.8/ 2.7-4.4/ 1.1/ Water cons.
  • Page 37 Dishwasher Cycle Options en-us Heavy Auto Delicate Normal Speed Express Half Load Rinse Sanitize Cycle 130-150 125-150 N/A 140-155 N/A 115-125 N/A time in min. 4.9-6.4/ 3.5-6.5/ 2.2-5.3/ 2.7-4.4/ Water cons. 16.3-20.5 13.1-24.5 8.3-20.3 10.2-16.5 gal/L Rinse 162/ 158/ 140/ 140/ temp.

  • Page 38: Operating The Dishwasher

    en-us Operating the Dishwasher Operating the touch buttons Operating the Buttons are sensitive and should be Dishwasher touched gently. Avoid any grease or food particles resting on the buttons Note: With hidden controls, the door as they could activate the must be opened before changing dishwasher.

  • Page 39: Time Display

    Operating the Dishwasher en-us Sensor setting Tip: If you change several settings, first make all changes in succession. The wash cycle sequence is Now press the Info button 8 for optmised in Auto wash cycles with 3 seconds. This saves all set values the aid of sensors.
  • Page 40 en-us Operating the Dishwasher Infolight * AutoPowerOff (Switching off automatically after the While the wash cycle is running, a light spot shines on the floor under end of the wash cycle) the appliance door. Do not open the To save energy, the dishwasher appliance door until the light point is is switched off 1 minute after no longer visible on the floor.

  • Page 41: Switching Off The Appliance

    Operating the Dishwasher en-us Greeting Press START button )*, timer programming is activated. When you switch on the dishwasher, To delete the delayed start time, the brand logo appears. You can press START button )* for switch off the brand logo. approx.

  • Page 42: Care And Maintenance

    en-us Care and Maintenance Interrupting the wash cycle Changing the wash cycle When the START button ( has CAUTION! been pressed, the wash cycle cannot be changed. The only way a wash Expansion (overpressure) may cycle can be changed is by cause the appliance door to terminating the wash cycle (Reset).
  • Page 43 Cleaning intervals Filters The filter system is designed to minimize maintenance and reduce ® The Bosch filter system is designed noise while providing premium to prevent the need to pre-rinse cleaning performance and minimum normally attached food soils from energy consumption.

  • Page 44: Spray Arms

    en-us Care and Maintenance Clean the filter after washing Spray arms Note: loads with large amounts of food soils or loads with a heavy starch Check spray arms 1:, 1J for content to maintain optimal grease and limescale deposits. If you performance.

  • Page 45: Drain Pump

    Care and Maintenance en-us Drain pump Place cover in the original ■ position, press down and engage. Reinstall filters. Large food remnants in the rinsing ■ water not retained by the filters may The drain pump will not work Note: block the waste water pump.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    en-us Troubleshooting a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. Troubleshooting The following information may help you with a dishwasher problem Dishwashers may occasionally without involving a repair exhibit problems that are unrelated to professional. Fault Cause Remedial action Error code Supply hose kinked. Install supply hose without kinks.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en-us Fault Cause Remedial action A different A technical fault has probably Switch off appliances with the ON/OFF error code is occurred. switch (. After a short time restart the indicated on appliance. the digital If the problem recurs, turn off the tap and display.
  • Page 48 en-us Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedial action Dishes not dry. No or too little rinse aid in the Refill rinse aid. dispenser. Wash cycle selected without drying. Select wash cycle with drying. Water collecting in depressions on Arrange dishes in a sloping position, the dishes and silverware.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en-us Fault Cause Remedial action Food soils on Dishes placed too closely together, Arrange dishes with adequate clearance the dishes. racks overfilled. between them ensuring that the spray jets can reach the surface of the dishes. Prevent contact points. Spray arm rotation obstructed.
  • Page 50 en-us Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedial action Detergent Detergent dispenser cover 9* Dishes must not be placed above the residue. blocked by dishes and therefore detergent tab tray 1B. These may block does not open fully. the lid of the detergent dispenser and prevent it from opening fully.
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en-us Fault Cause Remedial action White, Detergent substances are Change detergent brand. stubborn deposited. These coatings cannot Clean appliance mechanically. coatings; usually be removed with chemicals limescale on (appliance cleaner, ...). the dishes, Hardness range incorrectly set or Set water softening system according to container or water hardness greater than instructions for use or top up salt.
  • Page 52 en-us Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedial action Too low rinsing temperature. Plastic parts Select wash cycle with higher washing discolored. temperature. Dishes precleaned too intensely; Do not prerinse dishes. Remove only large sensors therefore decide on weak food soils. wash cycle sequence. Stubborn Increase sensitivity of the sensors.
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting en-us Fault Cause Remedial action Check mains fuse or circuit breaker. Appliance does Mains fuse may have been blown or not start. circuit breaker tripped. Door may not be properly latched. Press the main power switch to turn unit on. Unit may not be turned on.
  • Page 54 en-us Troubleshooting Fault Cause Remedial action Door does not Door is not set correctly. Set the door correctly with the aid of the open. installation instructions. Child lock is activated. Press twice in quick succession at the top of the door in the middle. Appliance is disconnected from the Check mains plug and fuses.
  • Page 55 Troubleshooting en-us Fault Cause Remedial action No remedial action possible. Filling valves Depends on domestic installation, making striking as appliance is not defective. No noises. effect on appliance function. Knocking or Spray arm strikes the dishes, Position dishes so that the spray arms do rattling noise.

  • Page 56: Customer Service

    Customer Service Call us at 1-800-944-2904 Customer Service Contact Customer Service from our web site: Your Bosch® dishwasher requires no www.bosch-home.com/us or special care other than that www.bosch-home.ca described in the Care and Contact your installer or the Maintenance section of this manual.

  • Page 57: Statement Of Limited Product Warranty

    This device complies with Part (BSH) in this Statement of Limited 15 of the FCC Rules. Product Warranty applies only to Bosch® dishwashers (“Product”) Operation to the following two sold to you, the first using purchaser, conditions: provided that the Product was...
  • Page 58 en-us Statement of Limited Product Warranty shipping costs are included in this BSH will replace the stainless ■ basic coverage. steel door if the door should rust through (excludes labor charges). This Product is also warranted to be The foregoing timeline begins to free from cosmetic defects in run upon the date of purchase, material and workmanship (such as...
  • Page 59 Statement of Limited Product Warranty en-us Any party’s willful misconduct, AND VOID. Authorized service ■ providers are those persons or negligence, misuse, abuse, companies that have been specially accidents, neglect, improper trained on BSH products, and who operation, failure to maintain, possess, in the opinion of BSH, a improper or negligent installation, superior reputation for customer...
  • Page 60 en-us Statement of Limited Product Warranty including all electrical, plumbing or shall be effective unless authorized in other connecting facilities, for proper writing by an officer of BSH Home foundation/flooring, and for any Appliances Corporation. alterations including without limitation cabinetry, walls, floors, shelving, How to Obtain Warranty etc.);...

  • Page 61: Installation And Connection

    Installation and connection en-us Delivery 5 Installation and Your dishwasher has been checked connection thoroughly in the factory to ensure that it is in working order. This may The dishwasher must be connected cause small water stains. These will correctly, otherwise it will not function disappear after the first wash cycle.

  • Page 62: Hot Water Connection

    en-us Installation and connection Installation Water pressure: At least 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar), The required installation dimensions maximum 1 MPa (10 bar). can be found in the installation At a higher water pressure: instructions. Level the appliance with connect pressure-reducing valve the aid of the height-adjustable feet.

  • Page 63: Removing The Appliance

    Installation and connection en-us To change the setting: Use only a residual current ■ Open the door. operated circuit-breaker which features the symbol ‚. Only this Switch on ON/OFF switch (. Press Info button 8 for extension guarantees compliance 3 seconds until the following text with the currently valid is indicated on the display window regulations.
  • Page 64 en-us Installation and connection Press START button )* until “Program was terminated”/“Ready in one minute.” is indicated at the digital display @. Close the door. Open the door after approx. 1 minute. The digital display @ indicates; “Finished”. Switch off ON/OFF switch (. Turn off the tap, disconnect supply hose and drain water.
  • Page 65 Wi-Fi® Module FCC/IC Statements M odel: COM 1 FCC I D: 2 AHES-COMGEN1 IC: 21152-COMGEN1 The Home Connect module is a communication device designed to provide communication between appliances and smart devices. This module is integrated at the factory, under direct control of B/S/H Home Appliances Corporation, and is not user serviceable or upgradable.
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