Bosch SPS40C12GB Instruction Manual page 32

en Fault, what to do?
Fault
Appliance cannot be set
(hardness, final rinse, ...).
The door is difficult to
open.
Door cannot be closed.
Cover on the detergent
dispenser cannot be
closed.
Detergent residue in the
detergent dispenser or in
the tablet collecting tray.
Appliance stops in the
programme or programme
is interrupted.
Filling valves making
striking noises.
Knocking or rattling noise.
Unusual foam formation.
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Cause
Appliance is in the programme.
Appliance can be set at the start
of the programme only.
Child lock is activated.
Door lock has been activated.
Door cannot be closed due to
installation.
Detergent dispenser or cover
guide blocked by sticky detergent
residue.
Spray arms blocked by utensils,
therefore detergent is not rinsed
out.
The detergent dispenser was
damp when filled.
Door not closed properly.
Do not place utensils or fragrance
dispenser in the tablet collecting
tray.
Top basket presses against the
door and prevents door from
being closed securely.
Power and/or water supply
interrupted.
Depends on domestic installation,
as appliance is not defective. No
effect on appliance function.
Spray arm strikes the utensils,
utensils not positioned correctly.
If there is a low load, the water
jets strike the washing tank
directly.
Light utensils move during the
wash cycle.
Handwash liquid in the rinse aid
dispenser.
Rinse aid spilled.
Remedial action
Perform reset (see "Terminating the
programme") and set the appliance
according to the instructions for use.
Deactivate child lock. (See instructions for
use at the back)
Close door with increased force.
Check appliance installation: Door
or attached parts must close without
obstruction.
Remove detergent residue.
Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely.
Pour detergent into the dry detergent
dispenser only.
Close the door.
Check whether rear panel is being pressed
in, e.g. by socket or by hose holder which
has not been removed.
Restore power and/or water supply.
No remedial action possible.
Position utensils so that the spray arms do
not strike the utensils.
Load the appliance with more utensils or
distribute the utensils more evenly in the
dishwasher.
Arrange light utensils securely.
Immediately refill rinse aid dispenser with
rinse aid.
Remove rinse aid with a cloth.