Bosch SHSM63 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Bosch SHSM63 Series Operating Instructions Manual

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Dishwasher
SHSM63****, SHS863****, SHS843****
SHVM63****, SHV863****, SHSM53****
en-us Operating instructions

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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SHSM63****, SHS863****, SHS843**** SHVM63****, SHV863****, SHSM53**** 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 hydrogen gas to form if 9 WARNING aluminum material is also inside the dishwasher tub. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Hydrogen gas is explosive. This appliance must be Refer to the Care and grounded.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Do not wash plastic items NSF/ANSI 184 Certified residential ■ unless they are marked dishwashers are not intended for “dishwasher safe” or the licensed food establishments. equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the Proper Care and Maintenance manufacturer’s Remove the dishwasher door to the...
  • Page 9: 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 10: 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 The dotted lines show optional features which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.
  • Page 11 Getting Started en-us Display indicators The numbers stated below refer to the overview images on the previous page of this manual. Cycle time remaining ‹:‹‹ Clean Lights up when dishes are Operating panel clean ( On/Off button Sanitize Lights up when sanitation 0 Wash cycles requirements are met 8 Digital display...
  • Page 12 en-us Getting Started Menu overview Use the function keys #, + and 3 to change the settings. See The dishwasher has been preset with instructions ~ "1 Operating the certain settings for your convenience. Dishwasher" on page 31 You can change these factory settings.
  • Page 13: Rinse Aid

    Rinse Aid en-us Add liquid rinse aid to the Rinse Aid dispenser 9* 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 14 en-us Rinse Aid Setting the amount of rinse Turning off rinse aid aid used indicator The amount of rinse aid dispensed Proceed as described in the section can be set from §:‹‹ to §:‹‡. The “Setting the amount of rinse aid factory setting is §:‹†.
  • Page 15: 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 16 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Loading patterns for lower Only wash household dishware ■ and kitchenware rated as rack dishwasher-safe. Refer to the Dishware Materials 12 place setting suggested loading section for more information pattern about dishware suitability. NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with paper products, plastic bags, packing materials or anything other than...
  • Page 17 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Alternate loading pattern with pots Alternate loading pattern and pans Alternate loading pattern with For best results, load large items stemware face down in the lower rack. Loading patterns for upper rack 12 place setting suggested loading pattern, with third rack cutlery drawer * Use supports to load stemware...
  • Page 18 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Loading patterns for third Silverware basket * rack * 12 place setting suggested loading pattern The silverware basket lid may Note: also be folded downward in order to leave the basket open. * optional feature which may or may * optional feature which may or may not be included with your not be included with your...
  • Page 19 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Side by side * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher. Back to back Suggested loading patterns Salad fork Teaspoon Dinner fork Knife Tablespoon Serving spoon Serving fork To assemble the Double Flex silverware basket: Silverware basket Hold the two halves side by side or...
  • Page 20 en-us Loading the Dishwasher 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 21 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 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 22 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Removing/Installing third Third rack rack The third rack 1* horizontally positions knives, spatulas and other oversized tools for improved cleaning and easier loading and unloading. Arrange cutlery in third rack as illustrated. Cup shelves Removing third rack 1* The cup shelves and the space underneath them can be used for Pull out third rack all the way (1).
  • Page 23 Loading the Dishwasher en-us Removing/Installing upper Installing third rack 1* rack with Rackmatic ® 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 24 en-us Loading the Dishwasher Installing upper rack 12 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 25: 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 26 en-us Detergent Adding detergent If the detergent dispenser 92 is still closed, push the button 9: 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 27: 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 28: Dishwasher Cycle Options

    en-us Dishwasher Cycle Options Extra Dry Dishwasher Cycle Used in combination with a wash Options cycle (except Rinse), the Extra Dry option raises the temperature and D elay extends the drying time to further D i s h w a s h e r C y c l e O p t i o n s enhance drying results and provide a Allows you to delay the start time of brilliant shine.
  • Page 29 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 30 en-us Dishwasher Cycle Options Heavy Auto Normal Rinse Speed60 ® ExtraScrub Cycle time 125-150 120-145 145-150 min. Water usage 4.9-6.4/ 3.5-6.4/ 2.3-5.5/ gal/L 18.6-24.2 13.3-24.1 8.8-20.8 Rinse temp. 162/ 153-162/ 156/ °F/°C 67-72 Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of Note: Section 6 of the NSF/ANSI Standard for Residential Equipment for soil removal and sanitization efficacy.
  • Page 31: Operating The Dishwasher

    Operating the Dishwasher en-us AquaSensor Operating the The AquaSensor is an optical Dishwasher measuring device which measures the cleanliness of the rinse water. 9 WARNING The AquaSensor is used according O p e r a t i n g t h e D i s h w a s h e r RISK OF INJURY! to the wash cycle.
  • Page 32 en-us Operating the Dishwasher Time display Wash cycle end When a wash cycle is selected the The wash cycle has ended when the remaining wash cycle time is shown display 8 reads ‹:‹‹. on the display 8. If the signal tone has been set, the The wash cycle time is determined wash cylce end is also indicated by a during the wash cycle by the water...
  • Page 33 Operating the Dishwasher en-us Auto power off 9 WARNING This setting determines the length of RISK OF INJURY! time the control panel stays To avoid risk of injury, always illuminated after the cycle is use caution when opening the complete. To save energy the door during or following a wash recommended setting is ˜:‹‚.
  • Page 34 en-us Operating the Dishwasher Terminating the wash cycle Press the function key 3 to switch the InfoLight feature on ® (Reset) ‚:‹‚ or off ‚:‹‹. Press and hold Start button P Press Start button P to save T e r m i n a t i n g t h e w a s h c y c l e for approximately 3 seconds until the setting.
  • Page 35: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance en-us 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 36 Care and Maintenance Filters Cleaning intervals The filter system 1b is designed to The Bosch filter system 1b 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 37 Care and Maintenance en-us Spray arms Check spray arms 1:, 1R for grease and limescale deposits. If you find such deposits: Fill detergent dispenser 92 with ■ detergent and start the appliance without utensils in the cycle with the highest rinsing temperature. ~ "Wash Cycle Information"...
  • Page 38 en-us Care and Maintenance 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 39 Care and Maintenance en-us Preparing your unit for vacation NOTICE Before leaving for vacation during warmer weather, besides turning off the main valve, also turn off water supply at the nearest point to the dishwasher. Do not leave soiled dishware in unit and leave door slightly open.
  • Page 40: 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 41 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 42 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 43 Troubleshooting en-us Dishes not dry. Rinse aid dispenser 9* 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 44 en-us Troubleshooting Noise from Dishes weren’t loaded properly, Load dishes properly into racks. dishes rattling allowing dishes to hit each other or ~ "Loading the Dishwasher" on page 15 or water strik- spray arms. ing tub walls. Light dishes or lightly loaded racks Load more dishes or distribute dishes more allow dishes to move or water evenly/securely in the dishwasher.
  • Page 45: 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 46: Statement Of Limited Product

    (excluding rack to effectuate warranty coverage, it is components), if the rack proves the best way for Bosch to notify you defective in materials or in the unlikely event of a safety notice workmanship (excludes labor or product recall.
  • Page 47 Product proves to have been or environment; in any such event, if manufactured with a defect in you request, Bosch would still pay for materials or workmanship. If labor and parts and ship the parts to reasonable attempts to repair the...
  • Page 48 EXCESS OF DIRECT DAMAGES plumbing. WHICH ARE DEFINITIVELY CAUSED EXCLUSIVELY BY BOSCH, OR In no event shall Bosch have any OTHERWISE. SOME STATES DO liability or responsibility whatsoever NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR for damage to surrounding property,...
  • Page 49 No attempt to alter, modify or amend this warranty shall be effective unless authorized in writing by an officer of BSH. Obtaining Warranty Service: To obtain warranty service for your Product, you should contact Bosch Customer Service at 1-800-944-2904 to schedule a repair.
  • Page 50 *9001411708* 9001411708 (0101) 640A MV...

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