Bosch SHX6AP05UC - 24' Ascenta Series Dishwasher Use And Care Manual page 18

Problem
Dishes are not getting dry enough
Odor
Dishwasher not filling with water
Cause
1. Rinse agent dispenser is empty. (Rinse
agent indicator is activated).
2. Improper loading of dishes.
3. Selected cycle does not include drying.
Note: Plastic or Teflon do not typically dry
as completely as other items due to their
inherent properties.
1. Food debris is present at the bottom of
the dishwasher.
2. Food particles are present near the
door seal.
3. Dishes left too long in unit before run-
ning a cycle.
4. Residual water is present at the bottom
of the dishwasher.
5. Drain hose is obstructed.
Water Leaks
Tub stains
1. Restriction in the water supply system.
2. Previous wash cycle was not complet-
ed.
3. Delay-start is active.
1. Suds
2. Door seal could be pulled away from
track.
3. Condensation vent is blocked.
4. Improper installation.
1. Stains on the dishwasher interior are
due to hardness of water.
2. Silverware in contact with tub.
Action
1. Add rinse agent. The use of rinse agent im-
proves drying.
2. Rearrange load to ensure items are not nest-
ed. Refer also to the "Preparing and Loading"
section of this manual.
3. Rinse and Hold setting does not include dry-
ing cycle,
Note: Select models offer on extra heating options
to improve drying performance. Refer to "Wash Cy-
cle options" under the Operating the Dishwasher
section of this manual.
1. Remove the filters and clean according to the
"ChecklClean the Filter System" section of this
manual.
2. Refer to "Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal"
in the Care and Maintenance section of this
manual.
3. Run a Rinse/Hold cycle if you do not intend to
immediately wash the dishes.
4. Ensure the unit has completely drained from
the last cycle. Refer to the "Canceling or chang-
ing the cycle" section of this manual.
5. Remove any obstructions from the drain hose
by calling qualified personnel.
Note: If odor still persists, run the Normal/Regular
cycle until it flushes end interrupt the cycle end
place on 8 oz. cup of distilled white vinegar solu-
tion on the top rock end then finish the cycle.
1. Ensure that the water supply valve (typically
located under kitchen sink) is open and check
that the water supply line has no kinks and
clogs.
2. Refer to the "Canceling or changing the cycle"
section of this manual.
3. Cancel the delay-start or wait until delay-start
time completes (times out). Refer to the "De-
lay Start" section of this manual.
1. Wrong type of detergent results in suds and
leaks. Use only dishwasher detergents. If suds
still persist, then add one tablespoon of veg-
etable oil at the bottom of the dishwasher and
run the desired cycle.
2. Ensure that door seal is in the track.
3. Ensure that condensation vent is not blocked.
4. Have proper installation verified by qualified
personnel (water supply, drain system, level-
ing, plumbing).
1, Concentrated Lemon juice can reduce the
build up of hard water stains. Run a normal cy-
cle until it flushes and interrupt the cycle and
then place an 8 oz. cup of the concentrated
lemon solution on the top rack and finish the
cycle. This can be done periodically to avoid
build up.
2. Ensure that the silverware does not make con-
tact with the tub while running a cycle.
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