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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SHE53C86N [en-us] Use and Care Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    en-us Further information and explanations are available online: Table of contents 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....  4 11 Dishware ..............  16 1.1 Safety definitions............ 4 11.1 Damage to glass and dishware ...... 16 1.2 General information...........  4 11.2 Loading dishware ..........
  • Page 3 en-us 19 Technical specifications........  36 19.1 Information regarding Free and Open Source Software.............. 36 20 STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ............  36 20.1 What this warranty covers & Who it applies to.. 36 20.2 How long the warranty lasts ........ 36 20.3 Extended Warranty ..........
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions carefully before use. These 1.4 Restrictive Use precautions will reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire and This appliance is not intended for use by persons injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances, basic (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or safety precautions must be followed including those in the mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,...
  • Page 5: Risk To Children

    en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Always use caution when opening the door during or ▶ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced following a wash cycle as hot water or steam may in a hot water system that has not been used for two escape.
  • Page 6: Preventing Material Damage

    en-us Preventing material damage Preventing material damage 2 Preventing material damage Preventing material damage NOTICE: Harsh chemicals such as bleach-based products can damage your dishwasher. Do not use harsh chemicals such as bleach-based ▶ products to clean your dishwasher. Certain cleaning products may damage the appliance. Do not use a steam cleaner.
  • Page 7: Appliance

    Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 4 Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 4.1 Appliance Detergent dispenser Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Lower rack Lower rack →  Page 12 Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the dishware in the lower rack. If the dishware has not been washed properly, clean the spray arms.
  • Page 8: Controls

    en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Detergent tab collecting tray During the wash cycle, detergent tabs automatically drop out of the detergent dispenser into the tab collecting tray, where they can dissolve fully. Upper rack Upper rack →  Page 11 Silverware drawer Silverware drawer → ...
  • Page 9 Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us Cycle buttons and options Cycles →  Page 10 Options →  Page 11 Display for remaining time The displays show the remaining time of the wash cycle. WLAN display Home Connect →  Page 22 Start button Starting the wash cycle →  Page 19 Rinse aid refill indicator Rinse aid system → ...
  • Page 10: Dishwasher Cycles

    en-us Dishwasher Cycles Dishwasher Cycles 5 Dishwasher Cycles Below is an overview of the different cycles available on your dishwasher. Dishwasher Cycles 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. The running time will change if the rinse aid system is switched off or rinse aid needs to be added.
  • Page 11: Options

    Options en-us Tip: You can use the Home Connect app to download 7.1 Upper rack additional Cycles and Options and save them. Arrange cups, glasses, and small tableware items in the top rack. 6 Options Options Here is an overview of the different options available on Options your dishwasher.
  • Page 12: Lower Rack

    en-us Features Raise or lower the rack evenly to the right level. Check that the rack is level on both sides. 7.4 Silverware drawer Release the levers. Arrange silverware in the silverware drawer. a The rack clicks into position. Slide the rack in. 7.2 Lower rack Arrange pans and plates in the lower rack.
  • Page 13: Cup Shelf

    Features en-us You can fold the tines down to arrange pans, bowls and 7.5 Cup shelf glasses better. Use the cup shelf and the space underneath for small Folding down the tines cups and glasses or for large items of silverware, e.g. cooking spoons or serving cutlery.
  • Page 14: Before Using For The First Time

    en-us Before using for the first time Setting Upper rack Lower rack 2 max. ø 20.5 cm / 8" 30.5 cm / 12" 3 max. ø 23 cm / 9" 28 cm / 11" Tip: If you remove the 3rd rack, you can place large items Press the catch on the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid of dishware in the lower rack.
  • Page 15: Switching Off The Amount Of Rinse Aid To Be Dispensed

    Detergent en-us 1 2 3 To open the appliance settings, press the button for 3 Detergent 10 Detergent seconds. Find out which detergents are suitable for your appliance. Detergent 10.1 The correct detergents Only use detergents that are made for dishwashers, either basic or combination detergents. For the best washing and drying results, use a separate detergent, then add Rinse aid → ...
  • Page 16: Information On Detergent

    en-us Dishware Close the lid of the detergent dispenser. 10.3 Information on Detergent Follow the instructions on detergents in everyday use. ¡ Detergents marked as "ecological" (environmentally friendly) generally contain lower levels of active agents or none at all. The cleaning effect may be reduced. ¡...
  • Page 17: Loading Dishware

    Dishware en-us ¡ For better washing and drying results, position items Cause Recommendation with curves or recesses at an angle so water can run ¡ Decorative glassware, off. antique dishes and artistic hand-made pottery ¡ Plastic parts that are not heat-resistant ¡...
  • Page 18: Removing Dishware

    en-us Dishware Third rack 11.3 Removing dishware CAUTION Dishes can be very hot immediately after the cycle ends. Open the door slightly and allow 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 19: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation en-us Third rack 12.4 Setting options You can set options to complete the chosen wash program. Note: The available options depend on which program is selected. Press the button for the relevant option. ▶ a The option is set and the option button flashes. 12.5 Setting the time delay You can delay the start of the wash cycle via the Home Connect®...
  • Page 20: Terminating The Wash Cycle

    en-us Basic Operation 12.10 Terminating the wash cycle To end a cycle early or to switch from one that has already started, you will need to cancel it first. Press for approx. 4 seconds. ▶ a All displays light up. a As soon as the displays are off, the residual water is pumped out.
  • Page 21: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en-us Basic settings 13 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for 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 Selection Description Rinse aid disp.
  • Page 22 en-us Home Connect® 1 2 3 1 2 3 To open the appliance settings, press button for 3 Press the button repeatedly until the right signal seconds. volume has been set. a The refill indicator for rinse aid flashes. 0, 1, 2 or 3 LEDs will light up accordingly. The selected signal tone will sound.
  • Page 23: Home Connect

    Home Connect® en-us To be able to use Home Connect®, you must first set up Open the Home Connect® app and scan the following the connection to the WLAN home network (Wi-Fi ) and to QR code. the Home Connect® app. The Home Connect® app guides you through the entire registration process.
  • Page 24: Remote Diagnostics

    en-us Cleaning and maintenance Start the program without dishware. →  Page 19 14.4 Remote Diagnostics The Customer Service can access your appliance via 15.2 Cleaning agent Remote Diagnostics if you ask them to do so, if your Only use suitable cleaning agents to clean your appliance. appliance is connected to the Home Connect®...
  • Page 25: Cleaning The Spray Arms

    Cleaning and maintenance en-us Turn the coarse filter counterclockwise and take out Insert the filter system into the appliance and turn the the filter system ⁠ . coarse filter clockwise. Ensure that foreign objects do not fall into the sump. Ensure that the arrow markings match up. ‒...
  • Page 26 en-us Cleaning and maintenance Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any foreign objects. Insert the lower spray arm. a The spray arm clicks into position. Insert the upper spray arm and screw firmly in place.
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en-us Troubleshooting 16 Troubleshooting You can eliminate minor issues on your appliance Troubleshooting yourself. Please read the information on eliminating issues before contacting Customer Service. This may avoid unnecessary repair costs. Issue Cause and troubleshooting Four vertical LED's (i.e. the cycle Not an appliance error.
  • Page 28 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Four vertical LED's (i.e. the cycle There is a technical issue. duration indicators and the clean Press indicator) are all flashing. Pull out the power cord plug of the appliance or switch off the breaker. Wait at least 2 minutes.
  • Page 29 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Food remnants on dishware. Dishware was placed too close together or rack is overfilled. Arrange dishware with sufficient space in between. The spray jets must reach the surfaces of the dishware. Avoid points of contact. Spray arm rotation of the lower spray arm is blocked.
  • Page 30 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Wipeable or water-soluble coatings There is detergent residue. These coatings cannot generally be removed with inside the appliance or on the chemicals. door. Change your Detergent. ▶ Scrub the appliance by hand. ▶ There are stubborn white coatings There is detergent residue.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting There are removable streaks on Items of dishware are blocking the dispenser lid. glasses, glassware with a metallic Do not place dishware or fragrance dispensers in the tab collecting tray. appearance and silverware. Dishware has been precleaned too intensively. Then the sensors choose a lighter cycle.
  • Page 32 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting All LEDs light up or flash. Electronics have detected a fault. Press the main switch button for approx. 4 seconds. →  "Controls", Page 8 The appliance is reset and restarted. If the problem occurs again: Switch off the appliance. ‒...
  • Page 33 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Appliance door cannot be closed. Door cannot be closed due to installation method. Check whether the appliance has been installed properly. ▶ When closed, the appliance door, its decor or attached parts should not knock against adjacent cabinets or the worktop.
  • Page 34: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    If your dishwasher will be unused for an extended ▶ USA: period of time in a location that experiences freezing 1-800-944-2904 temperatures (vacation home or through a vacation www.bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/get-support period), have your dishwasher winterized by an authorized service provider. www.bosch-home.com/us/shop 1-800-944-2904 www.bosch-home.ca/en/service/get-support www.bosch-home.ca/en/service/cleaners-and-accessories...
  • Page 35: Customer Service

    Customer Service en-us 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 numbering (Z-Nr.) on the appliance's rating plate. The rating plate is located inside the appliance door. Making a note of your appliance's details and the Customer Service telephone number will enable you to find them again quickly.
  • Page 36 (Please search on the product website for your way for Bosch to notify you in the unlikely event of a safety appliance model and additional documents). Alternatively, notice or product recall.
  • Page 37 The warranty coverage described herein excludes all Product proves to have been manufactured with a defect defects or damage that are not the direct fault of Bosch, in materials or workmanship. If reasonable attempts to including without limitation, one or more of the following: repair the Product have been made without success, then ¡...
  • Page 38 BSH. 20.7 Obtaining warranty service To obtain warranty service for your product, you should contact Bosch Customer Support at 1-800-944-2904 to schedule a repair. 20.8 Product information For handy reference, copy the information below from the rating plate.
  • Page 40 • Discounts for filters, cleaners, accessories & parts • Easy access to manuals & appliance specifications • Easy access to part lists • Customized offer for the Bosch Appliance Service Plan (sent by mail after appliance registration) Register here: www.bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/mybosch Looking for help? You'll find it here.

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