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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SHE88PZ65N, SHX88PZ65N, SHV88PZ63N, SHEM78ZH5N en-us Operating instructions...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    en-us Table of contents e n - u s O p e r a t i n g i n s t r u c t i o n s Safety Definitions...5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .
  • Page 4 en-us...

  • Page 5: Safety Definitions

    Safety Definitions en-us Safety Definitions S a f e t y D e f i n i t i o n s 9 WARNING This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of non-observance of this warning.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS I M P O R T A N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S R EAD AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This dishwasher is provided with 9 WARNING...
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 9 WARNING 9 WARNING RISK OF EXPLOSION! HEALTH HAZARD! Under certain conditions, Never use harsh chemicals to ■ hydrogen gas may be clean your dishwasher. Some produced in a hot water bleach-based products can system that has not been damage your dishwasher and used for two weeks or more.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safe Operation 9 WARNING Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the RISK OF INJURY! washing of household dishware and To avoid risk of injury, ■ kitchenware rated as dishwasher always use caution when safe.
  • Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Proper Care and Maintenance NOTICE Remove the dishwasher door to the It is highly recommended for the end washing compartment when user to become familiar with the removing an old dishwasher for procedure to shut off the incoming service or discarding.
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Proposition 65 Warning: This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California, which can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Therefore, the packaging of your product may bear the following label as required by California:...

  • Page 11: Causes Of Damage

    Causes of Damage en-us ƒ Causes of Damage N OTICES C a u s e s o f D a m a g e Never use steam cleaning ■ products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for the possible damages or consequences.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    en-us Getting Started Getting Started A ppliance overview G e t t i n g S t a r t e d...
  • Page 13 Getting Started en-us 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 14 en-us Getting Started Time setting If the appliance was Note: disconnected from the power supply W hen the appliance is switched on for a prolonged period, the time T i m e s e t t i n g for the first time, the time starts at starts at 12:00 o’clock.
  • Page 15 Getting Started en-us 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 settings. 8 for 3 seconds. The chosen setting has now been Change the setting as follows: stored.
  • Page 16 en-us Getting Started Setting Factory setting Infotext by pressing Info button Start program 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 17: Home Connect

    Home Connect en-us Set with - + Home Connect Leave with Setup 3 sec. Keep pressing button > ` until T his dishwasher is Wi-Fi capable and the required setting is indicated H o m e C o n n e c t can be remotely controlled via a on the display window at the top mobile device.
  • Page 18 en-us Home Connect Connect dishwasher transmits the following categories of data to the Home Connect server (initial registration): Manual: Connect your mobile device Unique appliance identification ■ to the Home Connect network. The (consisting of appliance codes as network settings are then manually well as the MAC address of the entered using the Home Connect installed Wi-Fi communication...
  • Page 19 Notes When the login process is ■ R obert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH complete, the Remote Start button D e c l a r a t i o n o f C o n f o r m i t y hereby declares that the appliance h goes out.

  • Page 20: Water Softening System

    en-us Water softening system / special salt If required, add salt to the Water softening dishwasher salt chamber as shown. ~ "Using special system / special salt dishwasher salt" on page 21 T o ensure good rinsing results, the Water hardness table W a t e r s o f t e n i n g s y s t e m / s p e c i a l s a l t dishwasher requires soft water, i.e.
  • Page 21 Water softening system / special salt en-us Make the selection with setting Top off the salt as follows: buttons + - X. Undo the screw plug on the Press and hold the Info button dispenser 1b. 8 for 3 seconds. Fill the dispenser with water The chosen setting has now been (required only when switching on...
  • Page 22 en-us Water softening system / special salt Switching off low salt indicator / water softening system I f the use of combined detergents S w i t c h i n g o f f w a t e r s o f t e n i n g s y s t e m with a salt component impairs the low salt indicator P on the control panel or the text on the display...

  • Page 23: Rinse Aid

    Rinse Aid en-us Add liquid rinse aid to the Rinse Aid dispenser 92 until it is full. Do not overfill. Avoid spilling into air T o achieve proper drying, always use vent hole. R i n s e A i d a liquid rinse aid, even if your detergent contains a rinse aid or drying additive.
  • Page 24 en-us Rinse Aid Setting the amount of rinse NOTICE aid used Using no rinse aid or setting the The amount of rinse aid dispensed dispenser to 0 may result in longer can be set from 0 to 6. Set the cycle times consuming more energy amount of rinse aid to be dispensed and water.

  • Page 25: Loading The Dishwasher

    Loading the Dishwasher en-us Loading the Not Recommended Acrylic Crazing or small cracks Dishwasher throughout the acrylic, may occur. D ishware material L o a d i n g t h e D i s h w a s h e r Adhesive- Adhesives that join materi- Before using your dishwasher...
  • Page 26 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Loading the racks Loading the upper rack Ensure items do not protrude through For best dishwashing results, the bottom of the racks and block the observe the following when loading spray arms. the dishwasher: When pushing the upper Note: Do not pre-wash items with ■...
  • Page 27 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Loading patterns for lower Alternate loading pattern with pots and pans rack 12 place setting suggested loading pattern For best results, load large items face down in the lower rack. Loading patterns for upper Alternate loading pattern rack 12 place setting suggested loading pattern, with third rack cutlery...
  • Page 28 en-us Loading the Dishwasher 12 place setting suggested loading Alternate loading pattern with with My Way Rack™ * stemware Use supports to load stemware Alternate loading pattern glasses in the upper rack. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.
  • Page 29 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Loading patterns for third Loading the silverware rack basket Place knives and sharp utensils with 12 place setting suggested loading their handles up and forks and pattern * spoons with their handles down. If large or oddly-shaped items are loaded in the silverware basket, be sure they do not nest together.
  • Page 30 en-us Loading the Dishwasher The silverware basket lid may The Double Flex silverware basket * Note: also be folded downward in order to This basket splits along its length, leave the basket open. resulting in two halves that may be placed in a variety of positions in the lower rack 9*, greatly increasing the lower rack’s loading versatility.
  • Page 31 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Adjusting the height of the Double Flex silverware basket rack If desired, the height of the upper rack 12 can be adjusted to create more space for taller utensils either in the upper or lower rack. With silver- Upper rack Lower rack...
  • Page 32 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Rack accessories RackMatic ® The height of the upper rack 12 can Flip tines be adjusted in 3 steps to create more The upper and lower rack are fitted space. with flip tines that can be folded down depending on what you may Pull the upper rack out of the need to load in the rack.
  • Page 33 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Third rack My Way Rack™ * The third rack 1* horizontally This third rack is ideal for small positions knives, spatulas and other bowls, spatulas and other oversized oversized tools for improved cleaning tools for improved cleaning and and easier loading and unloading.
  • Page 34 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Extra tall item sprinkler* If an item is too tall to be placed in the lower rack 9* even with the upper rack 12 in the raised position, remove the empty upper rack 12 by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it stops.
  • Page 35 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Removing/Installing third Installing third rack 1* 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 36 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Removing/Installing upper Installing upper rack 12 rack with Rackmatic ® Pull out upper rack rails all the way (1). Insert upper rack at an angle. Make sure that the stopper hooks of both rails slide in between the upper and lower rollers on the rear side of the rack (2).

  • Page 37: Detergent

    Detergent en-us This dishwasher uses less water than Detergent most, therefore, less detergent is required. With soft water, U se only detergent specifically 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of detergent D e t e r g e n t designed for dishwashers. For best will clean most loads.
  • Page 38 en-us Detergent Adding detergent If the detergent dispenser 9: is still closed, push the button 9B to open it. Note: Make sure the detergent dispenser is dry and clear of detergent residue. Dosage: see manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging. Close the lid by placing the finger on the lid as shown.

  • Page 39: Dishwasher Cycles

    Dishwasher Cycles en-us Dishwasher Cycles D i s h w a s h e r C y c l e s Wash cycle Recommended use Possible wash cycle option Best for cleaning items with baked-on Heavy food or grease. These dishes would nor- mally require soaking or hand scouring.

  • Page 40: Dishwasher Cycle Options

    Delicate combined household load including plastics, glass, steel, and porcelain This option’s reduced time and as compared to Bosch Dishwashers temperature are best for lightly soiled with PureDry. Drying performance items with easy to remove food soils. may vary by dish type.
  • Page 41 Dishwasher Cycle Options en-us Wash Cycle Information makes decisions that can cause the cycle time and water usage to adjust To save energy, this dishwasher has intermittently. Wash cycle times are EcoSense where the sensors in the based on 120°F (49° C) water dishwasher automatically adjust the supply.
  • Page 42 en-us Dishwasher Cycle Options Heavy Auto Glass Normal Eco Speed60 Express Rinse ® Sanitize Cycle 125-150 125-150 135-155 N/A time min. Water 4.9-6.4/ 3.4-6.4/ 2.4-5.6/ usage 18.6-24.2 12.9-24.1 8.5-20.6 gal/L Rinse 162/ 162/ 162/ temp. °F/°C SpeedPerfect™ Cycle 100-120 90-105 70-80 95-105 70-80...

  • Page 43: Operating The Dishwasher

    Operating the Dishwasher en-us 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 With hidden controls, the door N ote: as they could activate the O p e r a t i n g t h e D i s h w a s h e r must be opened before changing dishwasher.
  • Page 44 en-us Operating the Dishwasher AquaSensor and water consumption is increased accordingly. The AquaSensor is an optical Very sensitive: This setting adjusts measuring device which measures the wash cycle strength for difficult the cleanliness of the rinse water. conditions of use, for example firmly The AquaSensor is used according dried on food remnants.
  • Page 45 Operating the Dishwasher en-us Tone volume Delay start time The end of the wash cycle is You can delay the start of the wash indicated by a buzzer. You can also cycle by up to 24 hours. Depending change this setting. on the setting of the time display, the end of cycle is indicated with “Finish in”...

  • Page 46: Wash

    en-us Operating the Dishwasher Switching off the appliance InfoLight ® * * depending on the features of your Short time after the end of the wash dishwasher cycle: Press On/Off button (. While the wash cycle is running, a Remove the dishes when they light spot shines on the floor under have cooled down.
  • Page 47 Operating the Dishwasher en-us Your dishwasher is protected Note: against unintentional operation. If the appliance door remains open for more than 4 seconds after pressing the Start button, the operation will be paused. Press the Start button again and close the appliance door. Cancel a cycle (reset) Open the door and press and hold the Start button )* for...

  • Page 48: Care And Maintenance

    en-us Care and Maintenance Care and NOTICE Maintenance Never use a steam cleaner to ■ clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer is not liable for any A regular inspection and C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e resulting damage.
  • Page 49 Care and Maintenance en-us Filters Cleaning intervals The filter system 1j is designed to The Bosch filter system 1j is ® minimize maintenance while designed to prevent the need to providing premium cleaning pre-rinse normally attached food soils performance and minimum energy from your dishes.
  • Page 50 en-us Care and Maintenance Spray arms To check or clean the filter system: Unscrew the Large Object Trap as Check spray arms 1:, 1Z for illustrated and remove the entire grease and limescale deposits. If you filter system. find such deposits: Fill detergent dispenser 9: with ■...
  • Page 51 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 52: Troubleshooting

    en-us Troubleshooting The following information may help Troubleshooting you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair D ishwashers may occasionally professional. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself.
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting en-us Dishwasher Door may be ajar or not be properly Close door securely until door latch clicks. does not start. latched. No power to the dishwasher (dis- Replace blown fuse or reset tripped circuit play won’t come on). Fuse may breaker.
  • Page 54 en-us Troubleshooting Dishwasher Incoming water is not warm Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet runs a long enough. at the sink closest to the dishwasher. time. Cycle time depends on wash cycle Scrape food off of dishes and use less inten- chosen and amount of soil on sive wash cycles.
  • Page 55 Troubleshooting en-us Dishes not dry. Rinse aid dispenser 92 is empty Add rinse aid or adjust setting - the use of or incorrect rinse aid amount is set. rinse agent improves drying, use the Auto cycle, use the Sanitize option. Extra Dry heat option not chosen.* Activate Extra Dry heat option.* Water collected in depressions on...

  • Page 56: Cycle

    en-us Troubleshooting Fascia panel is Panel was cleaned with Use mild detergents with soft damp cloth. discolored or bleach-based wipes or abrasive scratched. cleaners/cleaning pads. Noise from Dishes weren’t loaded properly, Load dishes properly into racks. dishes rattling allowing dishes to hit each other or ~ "Loading the Dishwasher"...
  • Page 57 Troubleshooting en-us Colored (blue, Film from mixture of food and min- Can be partly removed with dishwasher yellow, brown), eral deposits. cleaner or mechanical cleaning. film in the dish- Film formed by oxidation of silver or Can be partly removed with dishwasher washer or on aluminum cookware.

  • Page 58: Cycle

    en-us Troubleshooting Irreversible Glassware not dishwasher-proof or Use only dishwasher-proof glasses. clouding of water is too soft, causing minerals Remove glasses promptly after cycle ends. glassware. in glassware to change. Use lower temperature wash cycles. Set water softener according to water hard- ness or one setting lower.

  • Page 59: Customer Service

    Call us at 1-800-944-2904 Customer Service Contact Customer Service from our web site: Y our Bosch® dishwasher requires www.bosch-home.com/us or C u s t o m e r S e r v i c e no special care other than that www.bosch-home.ca...

  • Page 60: Statement Of Limited Product

    (BSH) in this Statement of Limited slight color variations due to inherent Product Warranty applies only to differences in painted and porcelain Bosch® dishwashers (“Product”) parts, as well as differences caused sold to you, the first using purchaser, by kitchen lighting, product location, provided that the Product was or other similar factors.

  • Page 61: Warranty

    Statement of Limited Product Warranty en-us Repair/Replace as Your affiliates or representatives of BSH). Notwithstanding the foregoing, BSH Exclusive Remedy will not incur any liability, or have responsibility, for the Product if it is During this warranty period, BSH or located in a remote area (more than one of its authorized service 100 miles from an authorized service...
  • Page 62 en-us Statement of Limited Product Warranty Any party’s willful misconduct, including all electrical, plumbing or ■ negligence, misuse, abuse, other connecting facilities, for proper accidents, neglect, improper foundation/flooring, and for any operation, failure to maintain, alterations including without limitation improper or negligent installation, cabinetry, walls, floors, shelving, tampering, failure to follow etc.);...
  • Page 63 Statement of Limited Product Warranty en-us shall be effective unless authorized in writing by an officer of BSH Home Appliances Corporation. How to Obtain Warranty Service TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE FOR YOUR PRODUCT, YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE NEAREST BSH AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, OR CALL 1-800-944-2904...
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