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SHV78B73UC
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Use and Care Manual

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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SHV78B73UC [en-us] Use and Care Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    en-us Table of contents 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY 9 Water softening system ..   22 INSTRUCTIONS....  4 9.1 Overview of water 1.1 Safety definitions.... 4 hardness settings.... 22 1.2 General information.... 4 9.2 Setting the water softening system.... 23 1.3 Intended use ...... 5 9.3 Special Dishwasher Salt ..
  • Page 3 en-us 20 Technical specifications...    57 13.8 Terminating the wash 20.1 Information regarding cycle ........ 32 Free and Open Source 13.9 Switching off the Software ...... 57 appliance ...... 32 21 Statement of Limited 14 Basic settings....  33 Product Warranty....   57 14.1 Overview of the basic 21.1 What this Warranty settings ...... 33...
  • 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 The blow opening of the Zeolith container becomes hot and can cause burns. Never touch the blow opening of the Zeolith container. ▶ WARNING To avoid risk of injury, when loading items to be washed, observe the fol- lowing.
  • Page 8: Risk To Children

    en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: Water and power shut off It is highly recommended for the end user to become familiar with the ▶ procedure to shut off the incoming water supply and the procedure to shut off the incoming power supply.
  • 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: Aquasensor

    en-us Environmental protection and energy-saving During the drying phase, moisture Sensor set- Description from the interior of the dishwasher ting is stored in the mineral and heat is SE:00 Optimal setting for released. The heat is blown out mixed loads and into the interior of the dishwasher heavily soiled dish- with dry air.
  • Page 11: Familiarizing Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us 4 Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 4.1 Appliance Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD number →  Page 55 . You will need this data to contact Cus- tomer service → ...
  • Page 12 en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the dish- ware in the lower rack. If the dishware has not been washed properly, clean the spray arms. →  "Cleaning the spray arms", Page 41 Detergent tab collecting During the wash cycle, detergent tabs tray automatically drop out of the detergent...
  • Page 13: Controls

    Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us 4.2 Controls You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appli- ance and to obtain information about the operating status. ON/OFF button and reset Switching on the appliance button →  Page 31 Switching off the appliance Terminating the wash cycle → ...
  • Page 14 en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Special salt refill indicator Water softening system Rinse aid refill indicator Rinse aid system →  "Adding rinse aid", Page 24 button If you press for approx. 3 seconds, you can open the basic settings. →  "Changing the basic settings", Page 35 Depending on the appliance specifications...
  • Page 15: Dishwasher Cycles

    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 16 en-us Dishwasher Cycles Cycle Purpose Cycle sequence Usage 1) Hour/min. 2) Electrical/ 3) Water/gal Delicate Dishware: Particularly gentle: ¡ 1) 1:25 - ¡ Cleaning deli- ¡ Pre-Rinse  1:35 cate dishware, ¡ 2) 0.570 - ¡ Cleaning 113 °F - silverware,  0.580 122 °F temperature- ¡...
  • Page 17: Energy Guide

    Options en-us Press Favorite button for 3 sec- 5.1 Energy Guide onds. The Energy Guide label was a The selected cycle and option based on the Normal soil sensing will flash. cycle. a The Favorite button flashes. The unit was tested without any a The program combination is rinse aid (liquid) in the rinse aid saved.
  • Page 18: Features

    en-us Features Option 7.1 Upper rack ¡ To ensure a Arrange cups, glasses, and small higher hygiene Sanitize tableware items in the top rack. status for the ap- pliance and dish- ware, the temper- ature is increased and maintained for an extra-long period.
  • Page 19: Lower Rack

    Features en-us Raise or lower the rack evenly Large plates up to a diameter of to the right level. 13 inches can be arranged in the lower rack as shown. Check that the rack is level on both sides. Release the levers. 7.3 Silverware Basket a The rack clicks into position.
  • Page 20: Silverware Drawer

    en-us Features To fold down the front tines, 7.4 Silverware drawer push the lever forward and fold down the folding tines ⁠ . Arrange silverware in the silver- ware drawer. If you want to return the cutlery Arrange silverware with the points tray to its original position, fold the and sharp edges down.
  • Page 21: Flip Tines

    Features en-us To use the tines again, fold 7.6 Flip tines them back up. Use the flip tines to position dish- a The tines click into position. ware securely, e.g. plates. 7.7 Small items holder Use the small items holder to ar- range small items of dishware, e.g.
  • Page 22: Before Using For The First Time

    en-us Before using for the first time Appliance height 34" with silverware drawer Level Upper rack Lower rack 1 max. ø 7" 13"/13.5" →  Page 19 2 max. ø 8" 12" 3 max. ø 9" 11" Start the Program with the 8 Before using for the Before using for the first time highest cleaning temperature first time...
  • Page 23: Water Softening System

    Water softening system en-us Water hard- Hardness mmol/l Setting value ness °E range 13 - 15 medium 1.9 - 2.1 H:03 16 - 20 medium 2.2 - 2.9 H:04 21 - 26 hard 3.0 - 3.7 H:05 27 - 38 hard 3.8 - 5.4 H:06 39 - 62...
  • Page 24: Switching Off The Water Softening System

    en-us Rinse aid system Note: Only use special salt ¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. specified for dishwashers. You can omit special salt. Do not use salt tablets. Press ⁠ . Do not use table salt. To open the basic settings, Add the special dishwasher salt press for 3 seconds.
  • Page 25: Setting The Amount Of Rinse Aid

    Detergent en-us Add rinse aid up to the max 10.3 Switching the rinse mark. aid system off If you choose not to use rinse aid, you can turn the rinse aid system off. Tip: Rinse aid within a combina- tion detergent has limited effec- tiveness.
  • Page 26: Incompatible Detergents

    en-us Detergent agents are generally used to re- 11.2 Incompatible move colored stains, e.g. tea or detergents ketchup. Note: Follow the manufacturer's Do not use a detergent which is instructions for each detergent. not designated for dishwasher use or contains chlorine. Detergent Description Detergent Description Tabs...
  • Page 27: Adding Detergent

    Dishware en-us ¡ To prevent sticking, only touch Close the lid of the detergent detergents in a water-soluble dispenser. pouch with dry hands and only ever place them in a dry deter- gent dispenser. ¡ Even if the rinse aid and spe- cial salt refill indicators light up, the wash cycles will run prop- erly with combination deter-...
  • Page 28: Dishware

    en-us Dishware washing. Delicate types of glass Cause Recommenda- may turn cloudy after a few wash tion cycles. Highly caustic If you use alkaline or highly caustic 12.1 Damage to glass and highly acidic alkaline or cleaning solu- highly acidic dishware tions, in partic- cleaning solu- Only put glasses and china in the ular commer-...
  • Page 29: Removing Dishware

    Dishware en-us and the appliance. The noise level – Put heavily soiled dishware may also vary depending on the in the lower rack, e.g. pans. items placed in your dishwasher. The more powerful spray jet ensures that the dishwashing NOTICE: result will be better. Avoid dishwasher damage –...
  • Page 30: Loading Patterns

    en-us Dishware Check the washing tank and Additional loading patterns for 10 accessories for soiling and place settings: clean if necessary. Lower rack →  "Cleaning and maintenance", Page 38 12.4 Loading patterns Recommended loading patterns. 12 place settings: Lower rack Upper rack Upper rack Third rack Third rack...
  • Page 31: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation en-us a The cycle is set and the cycle 13 Basic Operation Basic Operation button flashes. a The remaining run time of the Basic Operation cycle appears on the display. 13.1 Protection against unintentional 13.4 Setting options operation You can set options to complete the chosen wash program.
  • Page 32: Interrupting The Wash Cycle

    en-us Basic Operation Notes 13.9 Switching off the ¡ If you want to add more dish- appliance ware while the appliance is run- ning, do not use the collecting tray as a handle for the upper CAUTION rack. You might touch the par- To avoid risk of injury, always use tially dissolved tablet.
  • Page 33: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en-us 14 Basic settings Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your Basic settings needs. 14.1 Overview of the basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Display Selection Description text W.
  • Page 34 en-us Basic settings Basic setting Display Selection Description text infoLight® I:01 I:00 - I:01 Switch InfoLight on or off. While the program is run- ning, a spot of light is pro- jected onto the floor below the appliance door. This light will not be visible if the appliance is installed at eye level with the cabi- net front fitted flush.
  • Page 35: Changing The Basic Settings

    Basic settings en-us Basic setting Display Selection Description text Wi-Fi Cn:00 Cn:00 - Switch the wireless net- Cn:01 work connection on or off. Level "Cn:00" switches the wireless network con- nection off. The basic setting "Wi-Fi" is not available until you have connected the appli- ance with the Home Con- nect™...
  • Page 36: Home Connect

    en-us Home Connect™ a The display shows ⁠ . Note: Also note the safety infor- mation in this instruction manual Press repeatedly un- and ensure that it is also observed til the display shows the re- when operating the appliance us- quired setting. ing the Home Connect™...
  • Page 37: Home Connect™ Settings

    Home Connect™  en-us Follow the instructions in the Tip: To deactivate the function, Home Connect™ app. press ⁠ . 15.4 Remote Diagnostics 15.2 Home Connect™ settings The Customer Service can access your appliance via Remote Diag- Adapt Home Connect™ to your nostics if you ask them to do so, if needs.
  • Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance

    USA: pliance at regular intervals. www.bosch-home.com/us/shop- Machine Care combined with ma- productlist/dishwashing/cleaning- chine cleaning products will pro- and-care vide the right care for your appli- ance.
  • Page 39 Cleaning and maintenance en-us Machine Care is a program which removes various deposits in one wash cycle. Cleaning takes place in two phases: 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.
  • Page 40: Filter System

    en-us Cleaning and maintenance Pull the micro filter downward 16.5 Filter system and off. The filter system removes coarse soiling from the dishwashing cy- cle. Press the locking catches gether and take the coarse filter upward and out ⁠ . Micro filter Fine filter Coarse filter Cleaning filters...
  • Page 41: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and maintenance en-us Insert the filter system into the Check the outlet nozzles on the appliance and turn the coarse spray arms for blockages under filter clockwise. running water and remove any foreign objects. Ensure that the arrow mark- ‒ Insert the lower spray arm.
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    en-us Troubleshooting 17 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:21-30 lights up al- Intake opening of Zeolith container is covered by ternately.
  • Page 43 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 44 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 45 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 46 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Food remnants on Adjust the sensitivity of the sensors. ▶ dishware. →  "Sensors", Page 10 Dishware has been precleaned too intensively. Then the sensors choose a lighter cycle. Stub- born remnants cannot be entirely removed. Only remove large remnants of food and do not ▶...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Water spots on Droplet formation on plastic surfaces is unavoid- plastic parts. able due to the laws of physics. Water spots are visible after drying. Select a more intensive program. ▶ Position dishware at an angle. ▶...
  • Page 48 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Tea residue or lip- Dishwashing temperature is too low. stick marks on dish- Select a program with a higher dishwashing ▶ ware. temperature. Too little detergent is being used or is unsuitable. Use a suitable Detergent and follow the manu- ▶...
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Plastic parts are dis- Dishwashing temperature is too low. colored. Select a program with a higher dishwashing ▶ temperature. Dishware has been precleaned too intensively. Then the sensors choose a lighter cycle. Stub- born remnants cannot be entirely removed. Only remove large remnants of food and do not ▶...
  • Page 50 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Irreversible clouding Glasses are not dishwasher-proof, only suitable of glassware. for dishwashers. Use dishwasher-proof glasses. ▶ Glasses are usually only suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher, i.e. long-term wear or long- term changes must be expected. Avoid a lengthy steam phase (standing time af- ▶...
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Special salt refill in- Insufficient special salt. dicator lights up. Add Special salt. ▶ Sensor does not detect special salt tablets. Do not use special salt tablets. ▶ Refill indicator for Water softening system is switched off. special salt does not Adjust water softening system ▶...
  • Page 52 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Appliance cannot be Wait at least 2 minutes. switched on or oper- Connect the appliance to the power supply. ated. Switch the appliance on. Appliance does not The breaker has tripped. start. Check the relevant breaker. ▶...
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Filling valves mak- Caused by the domestic installation. No fault ing knocking noises. present in the appliance. Does not affect function- ing of the appliance. Can only be remedied in the home installation. ▶ Noise level varies The noise level can vary, depending on what kind of dishes are loaded and where they are placed.
  • Page 54: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    en-us Transportation, storage and disposal Insert the pump cover washer. During colder weather, press down ⁠ . please follow the instructions for winterizing your unit below. Winterizing your unit If your dishwasher will be un- ▶ used for an extended period of time in a location that experi- ences freezing temperatures (vacation home or through a...
  • Page 55: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance

    BSH will compensate cus- ance. tomers reasonable and verifi- USA: able damages. 1-800-944-2904 ¡ A condition of all warranty www.bosch-home.com/us/owner- claims is the appliance with support/get-support AquaStop must have been in- www.bosch-home.com/us/shop stalled and connected correctly in accordance with all instruc- 1-800-944-2904 tions;...
  • Page 56 en-us Customer Service defective feed lines or fittings leading to the AquaStop con- nection at the tap.
  • Page 57: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications en-us 20 Technical specifications Technical specifications Technical specifications Weight Max.: 60 kg/132 lbs Voltage 120 V, 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. Hot water max.: 140 °F/ (60 °C) Load capacity 15 place settings...
  • Page 58: How Long The Warranty Lasts

    en-us Statement of Limited Product Warranty appliance sold to you (“Product“), (30) days from the date of pur- provided that the Product was chase or closing date for new con- purchased: struction. This cosmetic warranty ¡ For your normal, household excludes slight color variations (non-commercial) use, and has due to inherent differences in in fact at all times only been...
  • Page 59: Repair/Replace As Your Exclusive Remedy

    Statement of Limited Product Warranty en-us technical ability (note that they are 21.4 Repair/Replace as independent entities and are not Your Exclusive agents, partners, affiliates or rep- Remedy resentatives of BSH). Notwith- standing the foregoing, BSH will During this warranty period, BSH not incur any liability, or have re- or one of its authorized service sponsibility, for the Product if it is...
  • Page 60 en-us Statement of Limited Product Warranty ¡ Any party's willful misconduct, provider, unless approved by negligence, misuse, abuse, ac- BSH before service is per- cidents, neglect, improper oper- formed. ation, failure to maintain, im- In no event shall BSH have any li- proper or negligent installation, ability or responsibility whatsoever tampering, failure to follow op-...
  • Page 61: Obtaining Warranty Service

    Statement of Limited Product Warranty en-us OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR EXPENSES, IN- CLUDING WITHOUT LIMITA- TION TIME AWAY FROM WORK, HOTELS AND/OR RESTAURANT MEALS, REMODELLING EX- PENSES IN EXCESS OF DI- RECT DAMAGES WHICH ARE DEFINITIVELY CAUSED EXCLU- SIVELY BY BSH, OR OTHER- WISE.
  • Page 62 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.
  • Page 64 • Easy access to manuals & appliance specifications from: • Easy access to part lists • Customized offer for the Bosch Appliance Service Plan (sent by mail after appliance registration) • Expert tips & tricks for your appliance Register here: www.bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/mybosch...

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