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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SM… SB… SG... [en] Information for Use...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Safety ...........  4 9 Features........  21 1.1 General information.... 4 9.1 Top basket.......  21 1.2 Intended use...... 4 9.2 Bottom basket ...... 23 1.3 Restriction on user group.. 4 9.3 Cutlery basket ...... 23 1.4 Safe installation ...... 4 9.4 Cutlery drawer ......
  • Page 3 14 Tableware ........  33 14.1 Damage to glass and table- ware........ 34 14.2 Arrange tableware .... 34 14.3 Removing tableware.... 35 15 Basic operation .......  35 15.1 Opening appliance door .. 35 15.2 Switching on the appliance ...  36 15.3 Setting a programme ....  36 15.4 Setting additional functions ...
  • 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 WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! Hinges move when opening and closing the appliance door and can cause injury. ▶ If built-under or integrable appliances are not in a cavity so that one side is accessible, the hinge area must be covered at the side.
  • Page 7 Safety en Highly caustic alkaline or highly acidic cleaning agents in conjunc- tion with aluminium parts in the interior of the appliance may cause explosions. ▶ Never use highly caustic alkaline or highly acidic cleaning agents, in particular commercial or industrial products, in con- junction with aluminium parts (e.g.
  • Page 8: Damaged Appliance

    en Safety ▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp points or edges. ▶ Never kink, crush or modify the power cord. 1.6 Damaged appliance WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. ▶...
  • Page 9: Safety Systems

    Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health! Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting their lives at risk. ▶ With redundant appliances, unplug the power cord. Then cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer close.
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing If the water pressure is too high or Preventing 2 Preventing material too low, the appliance may not be able to operate properly. damage Make sure that the water pressure ▶ in the water supply system is min. Preventing 2.1 Safe installation 50 kPa (0.5 bar) and max.
  • Page 11: Childproof Lock

    Childproof lock en Pull the catch of the childproof 3 Childproof lock lock forwards and close the ap- pliance door ⁠ . The childproof lock lets you protect children from possible hazards result- ing from the appliance. Depending on the features of the model, the appliance comes with a door lock.
  • Page 12: Saving Energy

    en Environmental protection and saving energy 4.3 AquaSensor 4 Environmental protec- The AquaSensor is an optical meas- tion and saving energy uring device (light barrier) which measures the turbidity of the washing Help protect the environment by us- water. You can save water with the ing your appliance in a way that con- AquaSensor.
  • Page 13: Installing And Connecting The Appliance

    Installation and connection en ¡ User manual 5.3 Drainage connection ¡ Installation Instructions Connect your appliance to drainage ¡ Warranty connection so dirty water is dis- ¡ Installation material charged via the wash cycle. ¡ Steam guard plate ¡ Rubber apron Installing the drainage connection ¡...
  • Page 14: Electrical Connection

    en Installation and connection 5.5 Electrical connection Connect your appliance to the power supply. Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Notes ¡ Please follow the Safety instruc- tions → Page 4. ¡ Connect the appliance to alternat- ing current only, in the range of 220 - 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
  • Page 15: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 6 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 6.1 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 55. The data you need for Customer Service → Page 54.
  • Page 16 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Detergent dispenser Detergent → Page 31 is added to the de- tergent dispenser. Bottom basket Bottom basket → Page 23 Dispenser for special salt Add special salt for the Water softening system → Page 27 to the dispenser for special salt. Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the table- ware in the bottom basket.
  • Page 17: Controls

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 6.2 Controls The controls are used 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 ON/OFF button Switching on the appliance → Page 36 Switching off the appliance → Page 37...
  • Page 18 en Programmes 7 Programmes You can find an overview of the pro- ted. The runtime will change if the grammes that can be selected here. rinse aid system is switched off or Different programmes, which can be rinse aid needs to be added. found on the control panel of your The consumption values can be appliance, are available depending...
  • Page 19 Programmes en Programme Programme se- Additional func- quence tions Tableware: Most economical ¡ Cleaning mixed programme: → "Additional func- tableware and ¡ Pre-Rinse tions", Page 20 Eco 50° cutlery. ¡ Cleaning 50 °C Level of soiling: ¡ Intermediate ¡ Removing com- rinse mon household ¡...
  • Page 20: Information For Test Institutes

    en Additional functions 7.1 Information for test insti- Additional function tutes ¡ Switch on with Test institutes are provided with in- small loads. Half Load formation for comparability tests, e.g. ¡ It is recommended according to EN60436. adding less deter- These are the conditions for conduct- gent to the deter- ing the tests, however they are not gent dispenser...
  • Page 21: Features

    Features en Additional 9 Features function ¡ Switch on with You can find an overview of the pos- mixed loads con- sible features of your appliance and Intens- taining tableware how to use them here. iveZone with different soil- These features depend on the model ing levels, e.g.
  • Page 22 en Features Press in the levers on the right and Remove the basket. left on the outside of the basket. Insert the basket at the right bas- The basket can then slip down ket height. slightly. → "Basket heights", Page 26 Raise or lower the basket evenly to the right level.
  • Page 23: Bottom Basket

    Features en 9.2 Bottom basket 9.3 Cutlery basket Arrange pans and plates in the bot- Arrange cutlery in the cutlery basket, tom basket. always without sorting it and with the sharp points downwards. Cutlery basket Large plates up to a diameter of 9.4 Cutlery drawer 31/34 cm can be arranged as shown.
  • Page 24: Etagere

    en Features To fold down a side shelf, push the 9.5 Etagere lever forwards and fold down Use the etagere and space under- the side shelf ⁠ . neath for small cups and glasses or To fold down the front prongs, for large items of cutlery, e.g. push the lever forwards and fold wooden spoons or serving cutlery.
  • Page 25: Folding Prongs

    Features en To use the folding prongs again, 9.6 Folding prongs fold them back up. Use the folding prongs to position a The folding prongs click in posi- tableware securely, e.g. plates. tion. 9.7 Small items holder Use the small items holder to posi- tion small items of tableware, e.g.
  • Page 26: Basket Heights

    en Features 9.9 Basket heights Set the baskets at the right height. Appliance height 81.5 cm with cutlery basket Level Top basket Bottom basket 1 max. ø 22 cm 31 cm 2 max. ø 24.5 cm 27.5 cm 3 max. ø 27 cm 25 cm Appliance height 81.5 cm with cutlery drawer Level...
  • Page 27: Before Using For The First Time

    first time en Start the Programme with the first time 10 Before using for the highest cleaning temperature without tableware. first time To remove any marks from water Configure the settings for initial start- first time or other residues, we recommend you operate the appliance without tableware before using it for the 10.1 Performing the initial first time.
  • Page 28: Setting Water Softening System

    en Water softening system Note: Set the water hardness determ- cial salt required depends on the wa- ined on your appliance. ter hardness: the higher the water hardness, the greater the amount of → "Setting water softening system", Page 28 special salt required. With a water hardness of 0 - 8 °E ATTENTION! you can dispense with special salt Detergent may damage the water...
  • Page 29: Switching Off Water Softening System

    Water softening system en Place the lid back on the dis- Press ⁠ . penser and turn to close. Press and hold until flash. 11.4 Switching off water Release buttons. softening system Press repeatedly until no LED lights up (level 0). If you find the special salt refill indic- → "Overview of water hardness set- ator irritating, e.g.
  • Page 30: Rinse Aid System

    en Rinse aid system The consumption values specified Add rinse aid up to the max mark. are laboratory measurements determ- ined in accordance with the currently applicable standard and using the Eco 50° programme and the factory value of the water hardness is set to 9 - 20°E.
  • Page 31: Switching Rinse Aid System Off

    Detergent en Press to save the setting. starch and remove protein. Oxygen- based bleaching agents are generally a The LEDs go out. used to remove coloured marks, e.g. tea or ketchup. 12.3 Switching rinse aid sys- Note: Follow the manufacturer's in- tem off structions for each detergent.
  • Page 32: Unsuitable Detergents

    en Detergent 13.2 Unsuitable detergents Detergent Description The dosage can be Do not use detergent which could adjusted to the level cause damage to the appliance or of soiling. present a risk to health. Tip: Suitable detergents are available Detergent Description online via our website or from Cus- Hand wash- Hand washing-up li- tomer Services → Page 54.
  • Page 33: Adding Detergent

    Tableware en ¡ Even if the rinse aid and special Close the lid of the detergent dis- salt refill indicators light up, wash- penser. ing programmes will run properly with combined detergents. ¡ The function of rinse aid is limited with combined detergents. You will generally get better results using rinse aid.
  • Page 34: Tableware

    en Tableware 14.1 Damage to glass and Cause Recommenda- tion tableware Highly caustic al- If you are using Avoid damage to glass and table- kaline or highly highly caustic al- ware. acidic cleaning kaline or highly agents, in partic- acidic cleaning Cause Recommenda- ular commercial agents, in partic-...
  • Page 35: Removing Tableware

    operation en ¡ For better washing and drying res- ults, position items with curves or recesses at an angle so the water can run off. 14.3 Removing tableware WARNING Remove large remnants of food Risk of injury! from your tableware. Hot tableware can cause burns to the To save resources, do not pre- skin.
  • Page 36: Switching On The Appliance

    en operation If the childproof lock is activated, 15.3 Setting a programme press the catch of the lock to the To adjust the wash cycle to the soil- right and open the appliance ing level of the tableware, select a door ⁠ . suitable programme.
  • Page 37: Starting The Programme

    operation en Press ⁠ . 15.6 Starting the programme a The programme is saved and the Press ▶ appliance switches off. a While the programme is running, a Press to resume the pro- spot of light is projected onto the gramme. floor below the appliance door. This light will not be visible if the 15.8 Terminate programme appliance is installed at eye level...
  • Page 38: Basic Settings

    en Basic settings 16 Basic settings You can configure the appliance to meet your needs. 16.1 Overview of basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Selection Description Water hardness Scale with 4 levels Set the water hardness. → "Setting water soften- ing system", Page 28 Rinse aid disp.
  • Page 39: Cleaning And Servicing

    Cleaning and servicing en Press and hold until 17.2 Self-cleaning interior flash. To remove deposits, the appliance Release buttons. self-cleans the interior at regular inter- Press repeatedly until vals. flash. The programme sequence is auto- repeatedly until the required level matically adjusted for self-cleaning, has been selected.
  • Page 40: Filter System

    en Cleaning and servicing Pull down the micro filter to re- 17.5 Filter system move. The filter system removes coarse soiling from the dishwashing cycle. Press the locking catches gether and lift the coarse filter out ⁠ . Micro filter Fine filter Coarse filter Cleaning filters Soiling in the dishwashing water may...
  • Page 41: Cleaning Spray Arms

    Cleaning and servicing en Pull up the lower spray arm to re- 17.6 Cleaning spray arms move. Limescale and soiling in the dish- washing water may block the nozzles and bearings on the spray arms. Clean the spray arms regularly. Unscrew the upper spray arm and pull down to remove Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under...
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    en Troubleshooting 18 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Improper repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Display for water sup- Re-insert the filter in the supply hose. ply lights up Screw the water connection back on. Check the water connection for leaks. Restore the power supply. Switch the appliance on. Filters are soiled or blocked. Clean the filters.
  • Page 44 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Tableware is not dry. No rinse aid used or dosage set too low. Add Rinse aid → Page 30. Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed. → "Setting the amount of rinse aid", Page 30 Selected programme has no drying phase Select a programme with drying.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Cutlery is not dry. Cutlery not arranged properly in the cutlery basket or cutlery drawer. Arrange the cutlery properly. → "Arrange tableware", Page 34 Arrange cutlery individually where possible. Avoid points of contact. Appliance interior still Not a fault. The condensation drying principle causes wet after wash cycle.
  • Page 46 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Remnants of food on Only remove large remnants of food and do not ▶ tableware. prerinse tableware. Tall narrow receptacles in corner areas are not rinsed adequately. Do not position tall narrow receptacles at too great ▶...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Wipeable or water-sol- Detergent substances are deposited there. These uble coatings are coatings cannot generally be removed with chemicals. present inside the ap- Change your detergent → Page 31. ▶ pliance or on the Clean the appliance mechanically. ▶...
  • Page 48 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Coloured coatings The formation of films is due to substances contained (blue, yellow, brown) in vegetables (cabbage, celery, potatoes, noodles, that are difficult or im- etc.) or tap water (manganese). possible to remove Clean the appliance. ▶...
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Removable streaks Detergent residue is present in the final rinse. Lid of are present on the detergent dispenser is blocked by tableware items glasses, glassware and will not open fully. with a metallic appear- Arrange tableware in the top basket tableware so ance and cutlery.
  • Page 50 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Excessive formation of Hand washing-up liquid is present in dispenser for foam occurs. rinse aid. Immediately add rinse aid to the dispenser. ▶ → "Adding rinse aid", Page 30 Rinse aid has been spilled. Remove the rinse aid with a cloth. ▶...
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Appliance does not The mains fuse has tripped. start. Check the relevant fuse. ▶ Mains cable is not inserted. Check whether the socket works. Check whether the mains cable is properly inserted in the socket and on the rear of the appliance. Appliance door is not closed properly.
  • Page 52 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Filling valves making Caused by the domestic installation. No appliance knocking noises. fault present. Does not affect functioning of the appli- ance. Can only be remedied in the domestic installation. ▶ Knocking or rattling Spray arm is striking tableware. noise.
  • Page 53: 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 wastewater pump. As soon as the washing water no longer drains properly, the wastewater pump must be cleaned. WARNING Risk of injury! Sharp and pointed objects or frag-...
  • Page 54: Transporting The Appliance

    en Customer Service the appliance door beyond repair 19.3 Transporting the appli- so that the appliance door will no ance longer close. To avoid damage to the appliance, Unplug the appliance from the empty it before transporting. mains. Note: Always transport the dish- Cut through the power cord.
  • Page 55: Customer Service

    Customer Service en The contact details for Customer Ser- defective supply lines or fittings up vice can be found in the enclosed to the Aqua-Stop connection on Customer Service directory or on our the tap. website. ¡ If your appliance is fitted with Aqua-Stop, you can leave your ap- 20.1 Product number (E-Nr.) pliance unattended during opera-...
  • Page 56: 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. 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) ¡ Max. 1 MPa (10 bar) Inlet rate Min. 10 l/min Water temperature Cold water. Hot water max.: 60 °C Capacity 12 - 15 place settings...
  • Page 60 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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