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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SMS6ZCI15E [en] Information for Use Connect Get the app Scan QR code your dishwasher with Home Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Connect today! LLC. Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Futher information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 Safety ...........  4 8 Features........  21 1.1 General information.... 4 8.1 Top basket.......  22 1.2 Intended use...... 4 8.2 Etagere ........ 22 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 8.3 Bottom basket ...... 23 1.4 Safe installation ......
  • Page 3 20 Customer Service....  52 13.2 Arrange tableware .... 32 20.1 Product number (E-Nr.), 13.3 Removing tableware.... 33 production number (FD) 14 Basic operation .......  33 and consecutive numbering (Z-Nr.) ........ 53 14.1 Switching on the appliance ...  33 20.2 AQUA-STOP guarantee .. 53 14.2 Setting a programme ....
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
  • Page 5 Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Always use the supplied power cable for the new appliance. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
  • Page 6: Safe Use

    en Safety Contact between the appliance and installation lines may lead to a defect in these lines, e.g. gas pipes and power lines. Gas from a corroded gas pipe can ignite. A damaged power line can cause a short circuit. ▶ Check that there is a distance of at least 5 cm between the ap- pliance and installation lines.
  • Page 7: Damaged Appliance

    Safety en ▶ Do not sit or stand on the appliance door when open. Knives and utensils with sharp points can cause injuries. ▶ Arrange knives and utensils with sharp points in the cutlery bas- ket with the points downwards, on the knife shelf or in the cut- lery drawer.
  • Page 8: Risk To Children

    en Safety ▶ Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured surface. ▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains. ▶ If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately un- plug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box and turn off the water tap.
  • Page 9 Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of crushing! With higher-level appliances, children can become crushed between the appliance door and cabinet doors underneath. ▶ Keep an eye on children when opening and closing the appli- ance door. WARNING ‒ Risk of chemical burns! Rinse aid and detergent may cause chemical burns to the mouth, throat and eyes.
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing Modified or damaged water hoses Preventing 2 Preventing material may result in material damage and damage to the appliance. damage Never kink, crush, modify or cut ▶ through water hoses. Preventing 2.1 Safe installation Only use the water hoses supplied ▶ with the appliance or genuine ATTENTION! spare hoses.
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en So as not to scratch the finish on Zeolith drying automatically helps to ▶ the appliance, do not use sponges save energy. with a rough surface or abrasive a → "Zeolith drying ", Page 11 cleaning agents. To prevent corrosion, do not use ▶...
  • Page 12: Installation And Connection

    en Installation and connection installing it under a continuous work- 4 Installation and con- top that is securely connected to ad- jacent cabinets. nection Follow the safety instructions. To ensure proper operation, connect → Page 4 the appliance to the power and water Follow the instructions for electrical supply correctly.
  • Page 13: Drinking Water Connection

    Installation and connection en 4.4 Drinking water connec- tion Connect your appliance to a drinking water connection. Installing the drinking water connection Note ¡ If you are replacing the appliance, you must use a new water supply hose. Consult the installation instructions supplied for the steps required here.
  • Page 14: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD num- ber → Page 53. The data you need for Customer Service → Page 52.
  • Page 15 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Detergent dispenser Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. → "Detergent", Page 29 Bottom basket Bottom basket → Page 23 Dispenser for special salt Add special salt to the dispenser for spe- cial salt. → "Water softening system", Page 25 Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the table- ware in the bottom basket.
  • Page 16: Controls

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.2 Controls You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status. With some buttons you can perform different functions. 3 4 5 6 7 ON/OFF button and reset Switching on the appliance...
  • Page 17: Programmes

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Programme buttons and addi- Programmes tional functions → "Programmes", Page 18 Additional functions → "Additional functions", Page 21 Remote Start → "Remote Start ", Page 39 Timer programming Setting timer programming → Page 34 Display The display shows information about the remaining running time or the ba- sic settings.
  • Page 18 en Programmes 6 Programmes You can find an overview of the pro- ted. The running time will change if grammes that can be selected here. the rinse aid system is switched off Different programmes, which can be or rinse aid needs to be added. found on the control panel of your The consumption values can be appliance, are available depending...
  • Page 19: Information For Test Institutes

    Programmes en Programme Programme se- quence Tableware: Time-optimised: ¡ Mixed tableware and cutlery ¡ Cleaning 60 °C Express 60° Level of soiling: ¡ Intermediate rinse ¡ Common household food rem- ¡ Final rinse 50 °C nants lightly dried on ¡ Dry Use only if appliance is unloaded. Machine Care 70 °C Machine Care → "Favourite ", Page 19...
  • Page 20 en Programmes Tip: To reset the programme to the pre-rinse programme stored at the factory, use the Home Connect app or reset your appliance to the factory settings. Depending on the appliance specifications...
  • Page 21: Features

    Additional functions en 7 Additional functions You can find an overview of the additional functions that can be selected here. Different additional functions, which can be found on the control panel of your appliance, are available depending on the appliance configuration. You can se- lect certain additional functions depending on the programme.
  • Page 22: Top Basket

    en Features Raise or lower the basket evenly to 8.1 Top basket the right level. Arrange cups, glasses and small items of tableware in the top basket. Check that the basket is level on both sides. Release the levers. You can adjust the height of the top a The basket clicks into position.
  • Page 23: Bottom Basket

    Features en 8.3 Bottom basket 8.4 Folding prongs Arrange pans and plates in the bot- Use the folding prongs to position tom basket. tableware securely, e.g. plates. Large plates up to a diameter of You can fold the prongs down to po- 31 cm can be arranged in the bottom sition pans, bowls and glasses basket as shown.
  • Page 24: Cutlery Drawer

    en Features Set the slider to ON or OFF. 8.5 Cutlery drawer Arrange cutlery in the cutlery drawer. Push in the top basket. Cleaning Extra Clean Zone Arrange cutlery with the points and Limescale and soiling from the dish- sharp edges downwards. washing water can block the nozzles.
  • Page 25: Before Using For The First Time

    first time en Place the Extra Clean Zone in the Add special salt. → Page 26 top basket and lock in place ⁠ . Add rinse aid. → Page 28 Switch on the appliance. → Page 33 Setting the water softening system. → Page 26 Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed.
  • Page 26: Setting The Water Softening System

    en Water softening system Water hardness Hardness range mmol/l Setting value °E 0 - 8 Soft 0 - 1.1 9 - 10 Soft 1.2 - 1.4 11 - 12 Medium 1.5 - 1.8 13 - 15 Medium 1.9 - 2.1 16 - 20 Medium 2.2 - 2.9 21 - 26...
  • Page 27: Switching Off The Water Softening System

    Water softening system en Note: Only use special salt for ¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. dishwashers. You do not need to use special Do not use salt tablets. salt. Do not use table salt. Press ⁠ . Add the special salt to the dis- To open the basic settings, press penser.
  • Page 28: Rinse Aid

    en Rinse aid system Add rinse aid up to the max mark. Additional power consump- 0.05 tion in kWh The consumption values specified are laboratory measurements determ- ined in accordance with the currently applicable standard using the Eco 50° programme and with the factory value of the water hardness set to 16 - 20 °E.
  • Page 29: Switching The Rinse Aid System Off

    Detergent en To save the settings, press starch and remove protein. Oxygen- for 3 seconds. based bleaching agents are generally used to remove coloured marks, e.g. tea or ketchup. 11.3 Switching the rinse aid system off Note: Follow the manufacturer's in- structions for each detergent. If you find the rinse aid refill indicator Tip: Suitable detergents are available irritating, e.g.
  • Page 30: Unsuitable Detergents

    en Detergent With powder and liquid detergent the 12.3 Information on deter- dosage can be individually adjusted gents to the level of soiling of the table- ware. Follow the instructions on detergents For better washing and drying results in everyday use. and to avoid damage to the appli- ¡...
  • Page 31 Tableware en Add the detergent to the dry deter- Close the lid of the detergent dis- gent dispenser. penser. 50 ml 25 ml 15 ml If you are using tablets, one is a The lid clicks into position. enough. Insert the tablets in a hori- a The detergent dispenser will open zontal position.
  • Page 32: Tableware

    en Tableware 13.1 Damage to glass and Cause Recommenda- tion tableware Highly caustic al- If you are using Only put glasses and china in the kaline or highly highly caustic al- dishwasher if it is marked as dish- acidic cleaning kaline or highly washer-safe by the manufacturer.
  • Page 33: Removing Tableware

    operation en ¡ For better washing and drying res- ults, position items with curves or recesses at an angle so water can run off. 13.3 Removing tableware WARNING Remove large remnants of food Risk of injury! from tableware. Hot tableware can cause burns to the To save resources, do not pre- skin.
  • Page 34: Setting A Programme

    en operation The Eco 50° programme is espe- 14.4 Setting timer program- cially environmentally friendly and ming ideal for normally soiled tableware. It is the most efficient programme You can delay the start of the pro- for the combination of energy/wa- gramme by up to 24 hours. ter consumption for this type of Press ⁠...
  • Page 35: Deactivate Button Lock

    operation en a The button lock is activated and Tip: If you press during the wash will be automatically deactivated at cycle, the programme currently run- the end of the programme. ning will be interrupted. When you a When the appliance is operated, switch the appliance back on, the flashes on the display.
  • Page 36: Basic Settings

    en Basic settings 15 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. 15.1 Overview of the basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Display text Selection Description Water hardness H00 - H07 Set the water softening sys- tem to your water hardness.
  • Page 37 Basic settings en Basic setting Display text Selection Description EmotionLight E00 - E02 Interior light. ¡ With the setting "E00"m the interior light is switched off. ¡ With the setting "E01", the interior light can be activ- ated via the ON/OFF button.
  • Page 38: Changing Basic Settings

    en Home Connect Basic setting Display text Selection Description Remote Start rc0 - rc2 Activate or deactivate → "Remote Start ", Page 39. The following settings are possible: ¡ With the setting "rc0", the function is permanently deactivated. ¡ With the setting "rc1", the function can be selected via the button.
  • Page 39: Home Connect Quick Start

    Home Connect en Home Connect services in your coun- The Home Connect app guides try. You can find information about you through the entire login pro- this at: www.home-connect.com. cess. To be able to use Home Connect, Setting up Home Connect you must first set up the connection to the WLAN home network (Wi-Fi Requirements and to the Home Connect app.
  • Page 40: Data Protection

    en Cleaning and servicing Note: Please note that the Requirements ¡ The appliance is connected to your Home Connect functions can only be WLAN home network. utilised with the Home Connect app. ¡ The appliance is connected to the Information on data protection can be Home Connect app.
  • Page 41: Tips On Appliance Care

    Dishwasher Care and Ma- ance to malfunction. To avoid such chine Cleaner for Dishwashers online faults and reduce odours, we recom- at https://www.bosch-home.com/ mend cleaning your appliance at reg- store or from customer service. ular intervals. Machine Care is a programme which...
  • Page 42: Filter System

    en Cleaning and servicing ¡ Make sure that there are no alu- 17.5 Filter system minium parts, e.g. extractor hood The filter system removes coarse grease filters or aluminium pans, in soiling from the dishwashing cycle. the interior of the appliance. ¡ If you have not run Machine Care after 3 washing cycles, the indic- ator for Machine Care will go out automatically.
  • Page 43: Cleaning Spray Arms

    Cleaning and servicing en Pull down the micro filter to re- Insert the filter system into the ap- move. pliance and turn the coarse filter clockwise. Make sure that the arrow mark- ‒ ings match up. Press the locking catches gether and lift the coarse filter out ⁠...
  • Page 44 en Cleaning and servicing Pull up the lower spray arm to re- Check the outlet nozzles on the move. spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any for- eign bodies. Insert the lower spray arm. a The spray arm clicks into position. Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place.
  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    This will avoid unneces- sary costs. Tip: You can find further information and explanations on troubleshooting on- line by scanning the QR code in the table of contents and on our website www.bosch-home.com. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous.
  • Page 46 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:32-00 will light up Remove the filter from the supply hose alternately or indicator for water supply lights Clean the filter. Re-insert the filter in the supply hose. Screw the water connection back on. Check the water connection for leaks. Restore the power supply.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:61-03 will light up Not an appliance fault. Siphon connection is still alternately. Water is closed or the wastewater hose is kinked or blocked. not drained. Check the connection to the siphon and open if ne- cessary.
  • Page 48 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting E:92-40 will light up Filters are soiled or blocked. alternately. Clean the filters. ▶ → "Cleaning filters", Page 42 All LEDs lit up or Electronics have detected a fault. flashing. Press the main switch button for approx. 4 seconds.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Remnants of food on Filters are soiled. tableware. Clean the filters. ▶ → "Cleaning filters", Page 42 Filters are inserted incorrectly and/or not engaged. Insert the filters properly. → "Filter system", Page 42 Engage the filters. Washing programme selected too weak. Select a more intensive washing programme.
  • Page 50 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Removable streaks Arrange tableware in the top basket tableware so are present on the tab collecting tray is not obstructed by table- glasses, glassware ware. with a metallic appear- → "Arrange tableware", Page 32 ance and cutlery. Items of tableware are blocking the dispenser lid.
  • Page 51: Clean Wastewater Pump

    Transportation, storage and disposal en Insert the pump cover and press 18.1 Clean wastewater pump down ⁠ . Large remnants of food or foreign bodies can block the waste water pump. As soon as the rinsing water no longer drains properly, the waste water pump must be cleaned.
  • Page 52: Protect Appliance From Frost

    en Customer Service 19.2 Protect appliance from 19.4 Disposing of old appli- frost ance If there is a risk of frost where the ap- Valuable raw materials can be re- pliance will be standing, e.g. in a holi- used by recycling. day home, empty the appliance com- pletely.
  • Page 53: Customer Service

    Customer Service en Customer Service for a period of at 20.2 AQUA-STOP guarantee least 10 years from the date on In addition to warranty claims against which your appliance was placed on the seller under the purchase agree- the market within the European Eco- ment and in addition to our manufac- nomic Area.
  • Page 54: Technical Specifications

    en Technical specifications 21 Technical specifications Weight Max.: 60 kg Voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz or 60 Hz Power rating 2000 - 2400 W Fuse 10 - 16 A Water pressure ¡ min. 50 kPa (0.5 bar) ¡ max. 1000 kPa (10 bar) Inlet rate Min. 10 l/min Water temperature Cold water. Hot water max.: 60 °C Capacity 14 place settings You can find more information about...
  • Page 55: Declaration Of Conformity

    BSH Hausgeräte GmbH hereby de- A detailed Declaration of Conformity clares that the appliance with Home can be found online at www.bosch- Connect functionality conforms to the home.co.uk among the additional essential requirements and other rel- documents on the product page for evant provisions of Directive your appliance.
  • Page 56 Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances, help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts. Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you: www.bosch-home.com/service Contact data of all countries are listed in the attached service direct- ory.

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