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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SPE53B55UC [en-us] User manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    en-us Table of contents 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY 9.2 Setting the amount of INSTRUCTIONS....  4 rinse aid ...... 19 1.1 Safety definitions.... 4 9.3 Switching the rinse aid 1.2 General information.... 4 system off ...... 19 1.3 Intended use ...... 5 10 Detergent......   20 1.4 Restrictive Use..... 5 10.1 The correct detergents...
  • Page 3 en-us 14 Home Connect™ .....  29 20.3 Extended Warranty ... 50 14.1 Home Connect™ quick 20.4 Repair/Replace as Your start........ 30 Exclusive Remedy .... 50 14.2 Home Connect™ 20.5 Out of Warranty Product... 51 settings ...... 30 20.6 Warranty Exclusions .. 51 14.3 Remote start .... 30 20.7 Obtaining Warranty 14.4 Remote Diagnostics .. 31...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire and injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions must be followed including those in the following pages.
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ¡ Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of un- qualified service technicians or non-original parts. All repairs must be performed by an authorized service provider using only original equip- ment factory replacement parts.
  • Page 6: Safe Use

    en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor. Check with an authorized electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. 1.6 Safe use Follow these safety instructions when using the appliance. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury, observe the following.
  • Page 7 en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid risk of injury, when loading items to be washed, observe the fol- lowing. 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.
  • Page 8: Risk To Children

    en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1.7 Risk to children Follow these safety instructions if there are children in your home. WARNING To reduce risk of injury to children, observe the following. ▶ Do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. ▶...
  • Page 9: Preventing Material

    Preventing material damage en-us 2 Preventing material 3 Environmental Preventing material damage Environmental protection and energy-saving damage protection and energy-saving Preventing material damage NOTICE: Environmental protection and energy-saving Harsh chemicals such as bleach- 3.1 Saving energy based products can damage your dishwasher. If you follow these instructions, Do not use harsh chemicals ▶...
  • Page 10: Appliance

    en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 4 Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 4.1 Appliance Here you can find an overview of the parts of your appliance. Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD number → ...
  • Page 11: Controls

    Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us Detergent tab collecting During the wash cycle, detergent tabs tray automatically drop out of the detergent dispenser into the tab collecting tray, where they can dissolve fully. Upper rack Upper rack Silverware drawer Silverware drawer →  Page 17 Cup shelf Cup shelf → ...
  • Page 12 en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance ON/OFF button Switching on the appliance and reset button →  Page 25 Switching off the appliance Terminating the wash cycle →  Page 26 Cycle buttons Cycles Rinse aid refill indicator Rinse aid system →  Page 19 WLAN display Home Connect → ...
  • Page 13 Dishwasher Cycles en-us 5 Dishwasher Cycles Dishwasher Cycles Below is an overview of the different cycles available on your dish- Dishwasher Cycles washer. The running time may vary depending on the cycle selected. The running time depends on the water temperature, the quantity of dishware, the level of dirt and the option selected.
  • Page 14: Energy Guide

    en-us Dishwasher Cycles Cycle Purpose Cycle sequence Usage 1) Hour/min. 2) Electrical/ 3) Water/gal Rinse Dishware: Cold rinsing: ¡ 1) 0:10 ¡ Cleaning all ¡ Pre-rinse ¡ 2) 0.050 types of dish- ¡ 3) 1.0 ware. Level of Soiling: ¡ Cold rinsing, in- termediate cleaning.
  • Page 15: Features

    Options en-us Press the button for the rele- Option vant options. ¡ To ensure a Press Favorite button for 3 sec- higher hygiene Sanitize onds. status for the ap- a The selected cycle and option pliance and dish- will flash. ware, the temper- a The Favorite button flashes.
  • Page 16: Lower Rack

    en-us Features Adjusting upper rack with the 7.2 Lower rack side levers Arrange pans and plates in the To wash large items in the racks, lower rack. adjust the shelf height of the up- per rack. Pull out the upper rack. To prevent the rack from sud- denly dropping down, hold the side of the rack by the top edge.
  • Page 17: Silverware Basket

    Features en-us 7.3 Silverware Basket 7.5 Cup shelf Arrange the silverware in the sil- Use the cup shelf and the space verware basket, ensuring that the underneath for small cups and items are not nestled together and glasses or for large items of silver- with the sharp points down.
  • Page 18: Rack Heights

    en-us Before using for the first time Push the lever forward To use the tines again, fold fold down the tines ⁠ . them back up. a The tines click into position. 7.7 Rack heights Set the racks at the right height. Appliance height 32 inches with silverware basket Level Upper rack...
  • Page 19: Rinse Aid System

    Rinse aid system en-us Spilled rinse aid can cause ex- 9 Rinse aid system Rinse aid system cessive frothing during the wash cycle. You can use the rinse aid system Rinse aid system Close the lid of the dispenser and rinse aid to get dishware and for rinse aid.
  • Page 20: Detergent

    en-us Detergent To open the basic settings, Detergent Description press for 3 seconds. times tabs do not a The display shows ⁠ . dissolve entirely and Press repeatedly un- leave residues of de- til the display shows the value tergent. This may re- set at the factory r04.
  • Page 21: Information On Detergent

    Detergent en-us Add the detergent to the dry Detergent Description detergent dispenser. ing and dam- age the appli- 3 tbsp (45 ml) ance. 1.75 tbsp (25 ml) Detergent con- This may leave 1 tbsp (15 ml) taining chlorine chlorine residue on dishware.
  • Page 22: Detergent Table

    en-us Dishware evenly, do not place any other Cause Recommenda- objects in the tablet collecting tion tray. ¡ Decorated Tip: If you use powder detergent glassware, and select a cycle with pre-rinse, antique and you can also add a little detergent hand-crafted to the interior door of the appli- dishware ance.
  • Page 23: Loading Dishware

    Dishware en-us ¡ To save energy and water, load Cause Recommenda- the machine with the number of tion place settings specified. Highly caustic If you are using ¡ For better washing and drying alkaline or highly caustic results, position items with highly acidic alkaline or curves or recesses at an angle...
  • Page 24: Removing Dishware

    en-us Dishware Third rack 11.3 Removing dishware CAUTION Dishes can be very hot immedi- ately after the cycle ends. Open the door slightly and al- ▶ low dishes to cool for a few minutes before unloading. To prevent water dripping onto dishware, unload it starting at the bottom and working up.
  • Page 25: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation en-us Requirements ¡ Pressing Start to begin a wash cycle ¡ Setting Delay time and press- ing Start ¡ Opening the door while Delay time is active ¡ Opening the door during a wash cycle. Close the door. Press ⁠...
  • Page 26: Setting The Electronic Delay Time

    en-us Basic Operation 12.5 Setting the electronic 12.7 Activating the button delay time lock You can delay the start of the The button lock prevents the ap- wash cycle by up to 24 hours. pliance from being operated acci- dentally or incorrectly while run- Press ⁠...
  • Page 27: Switching Off The Appliance

    Basic Operation en-us a The cycle is cancelled and ends after approx. 1 minute. 12.11 Switching off the appliance CAUTION To avoid risk of injury, always use caution when opening the door during or following a wash cycle as hot water or steam may es- cape.
  • Page 28: Basic Settings

    en-us Basic settings 13 Basic settings Basic settings You can configure your appliance to meet your needs. Basic settings 13.1 Overview of the basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Display Selection Description text Rinse aid disp. r04  ...
  • Page 29: Changing The Basic Settings

    Home Connect™  en-us Basic setting Display Selection Description text Remote Start rc0 - rc2 Activate or deactivate . The following settings are possible: ¡ With the setting "rc0", the option is perma- nently deactivated. ¡ With the setting "rc1", the option can be se- lected via the button.
  • Page 30: Home Connect

    en-us Home Connect™ To be able to use Home Con- Connecting appliance to the nect™, you must first set up the WLAN home network (Wi-Fi) connection to the WLAN home Requirements network (Wi-Fi ) and to the Home Connect™ app. ¡ Home Connect™ app is in- stalled on your mobile device.
  • Page 31: Remote Diagnostics

    Home Connect™  en-us will be permanently activated and 14.5 Software update you can start your appliance with a mobile device at any time. You can use this function to up- date the software of your appli- Activating remote start ance, e.g. for optimization, trou- bleshooting or safety-relevant up- If you have selected remote start dates.
  • Page 32: Cleaning And Maintenance

    →  Page 26 while, leave the door slightly ajar. 15.4 Machine Care Deposits, e.g. from food remnants www.bosch-home.com/us/shop- and limescale, can cause your ap- productlist/dishwashing/cleaning- pliance to malfunction. To avoid and-care these problems and reduce odors, we recommend cleaning your ap- www.bosch-home.ca/en/service/...
  • Page 33 Cleaning and maintenance en-us Phase Removal of Cleaner Placement Grease and Liquid machine care Appliance interior, limescale product or machine e.g. bottle hung in descaler in powder the silverware bas- form. ket or powder in the interior. Food remnants Machine cleaner Detergent dispenser and deposits To ensure optimal cleaning perfor-...
  • Page 34: Filter System

    en-us Cleaning and maintenance Pull down the micro filter to re- 15.5 Filter system move. The filter system removes coarse soiling from the dishwashing cy- cle. Press the locking catches gether and lift the coarse filter ⁠ . Micro filter Fine filter Coarse filter Cleaning filters Soiling in the dishwashing water...
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and maintenance en-us 15.6 Cleaning the spray arms Limescale and soiling in the dish- washing water may block the noz- zles and bearings on the spray arms. Clean the spray arms regu- larly. Unscrew the upper spray arms and pull down to remove Pull up the lower spray arm to remove.
  • Page 36 en-us Troubleshooting 16 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting You can eliminate minor issues on ing issues before contacting Cus- Troubleshooting your appliance yourself. Please tomer Service. This may avoid un- necessary repair costs. read the information on eliminat- Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:20-60 lights up al- Appliance has detected that the heating element ternately.
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:32-00 lights up al- Remove the filter from the supply hose. ternately or indicator for water supply lights up. Clean the filter. Reinsert the filter in the supply hose. Screw the water connection back on. Check the water connection for leaks.
  • Page 38 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting A different error There is a technical issue. code appears in the Press display window. Pull out the power cord plug of the appliance or switch off the breaker. E:01-00 to E:90-10 Wait at least 2 minutes. Insert the power cord plug of the appliance in a power outlet or switch on the breaker.
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Dishware is not dry. Dishware removed too early or drying process not yet ended. Wait until the program ends. Only remove dishware 30 minutes after the program has ended. Rinse aid used has a limited drying performance. Use a name-brand rinse aid.
  • Page 40 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Food remnants on Dishware has been precleaned too intensively. dishware. Then the sensors choose a lighter cycle. Stub- born remnants cannot be entirely removed. Only remove large remnants of food and do not ▶ pre-rinse dishware. Tall narrow containers in corner areas are not rinsed out adequately.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Wipeable or water- There is detergent residue. These coatings can- soluble coatings in- not generally be removed with chemicals. side the appliance Change your Detergent. ▶ or on the door. Scrub the appliance by hand. ▶...
  • Page 42 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Plastic parts inside Plastic parts inside the appliance may become the appliance are discolored over the life of the dishwasher. discolored. Discoloration may come about and will not im- ▶ pair functioning of the appliance. Plastic parts are dis- Dishwashing temperature is too low.
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Detergent residue is Spray arms were blocked by dishware so deter- present in the deter- gent was not rinsed out. gent dispenser or Check that the spray arms are not blocked and ▶ the tab collecting can rotate freely.
  • Page 44 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Water is left in the Filter system or area under the filters is blocked. appliance at the end Clean the Filters →  Page 34 . of the program. Clean the Wastewater pump →  Page 45 . Program has not yet ended. Wait until the program ends or terminate the ▶...
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Appliance door can- Door lock has been activated. not be closed. Close the appliance door with greater force. ▶ Door cannot be closed due to installation method. Check whether the appliance has been in- ▶ stalled properly.
  • Page 46: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    en-us Transportation, storage and disposal Prise off the pump cover using 17 Transportation, Transportation, storage and disposal a spoon and grip it by the storage and crosspiece. disposal Here you will find out how to pre- Transportation, storage and disposal pare your appliance for trans- portation and storage.
  • Page 47: Transporting The Appliance

    (FD) and the consecutive supply hose and let the water numbering (Z-Nr.) of your appli- drain out. ance. USA: 17.4 Disposal of your old 1-800-944-2904 www.bosch-home.com/us/owner- appliance support/get-support Environmentally sound disposal www.bosch-home.com/us/shop allows valuable raw materials to be recycled. 1-800-944-2904 www.bosch-home.ca/en/service/...
  • Page 48: Model Number (E-Nr.), Production Number (Fd) And Consecutive Numbering (Z-Nr.)

    en-us Customer service 18.1 Model number (E- Nr.), production number (FD) and consecutive numbering (Z-Nr.) You can find the model number (E-Nr.), the production number (FD) and the consecutive number- ing (Z-Nr.) on the appliance's rat- ing plate. The rating plate is located inside the appliance door.
  • Page 49: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications en-us 19 Technical specifications Technical specifications Technical specifications Weight Max.: 45 kg Voltage 120 V, 50 Hz or 60 Hz Power rating 1440 W Fuse 12 A Water pressure ¡ Min. 7.25 psi (50 kPa) ¡ Max. 145 psi (1000 kPa) Inlet rate Min. 2.6 gal/min Water temperature Cold water.
  • Page 50: How Long The Warranty Lasts

    en-us Statement of Limited Product Warranty ¡ New at retail (not a display, "as or other similar factors. This cos- is", or previously returned metic warranty specifically ex- model), and not for resale, or cludes any display, floor, “As Is”, commercial use. or “B”...
  • Page 51 Statement of Limited Product Warranty en-us uct have been made without suc- would still pay for labor and parts cess, then BSH will replace your and ship the parts to the nearest Product (upgraded models may authorized service provider, but be available to you, in BSH’s sole you would still be fully liable and discretion, for an additional responsible for any travel time or...
  • Page 52 en-us Statement of Limited Product Warranty ¡ A failure to comply with any ap- ing wrong with the Product; cor- plicable state, local, city, or rection of installation problems county electrical, plumbing and/ (you are solely responsible for any or building codes, regulations, structure and setting for the Prod- or laws, including failure to in- uct, including all electrical, plumb-...
  • Page 53 Statement of Limited Product Warranty en-us NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WAR- RANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPE- CIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
  • Page 54 Wi-Fi® Module FCC/IC Statements Model: SMB FCC ID: 2AHES-SMB IC: 21152-SMB 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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