Bosch SPS53E12GB dishwasher
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1. 00000 27 Customer service 35 Installation and connection 35 Product package 35 Safety instructions 35 Bo Nj aan ai na en 36 Technical specifications 36 Installation 222222 36 Waste water connection 36 Drinking water connection 37 Warm water connection 37 Electrical connection 37 Removing the appliance 38 Transportation 05 38 Protection against frost Emptying the appliance 38 Intended use This appliance is intended for use in the home and the home environment Use the dishwasher only in the household and only for its designed purpose for washing domestic dishes Safety instructions Children from 8 years of age or people whose physical sensory or mental abilities or their lack of experience or knowledge prevent them from using the appliance safely must not use this appliance without supervision or instruction by a responsible person Before you switch ON the appliance Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully They contain important information on how to install use and maintain the appliance Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the next owner Delivery 1 Check the packaging and dishwasher immediately for damage caused in transit Do not switch on a damaged appliance but contact your supp2. Spray arm nozzles are blocked Filte nm 26 dirty Filters L26 inserted incorrectly and or not engaged Rinse programme too weak Utensils precleaned too intensely sensors therefore decide on weak programme sequence Stubborn soiling cannot be completely removed Tall narrow receptacles in corner areas are not rinsed adequately Top basket L20 on right and left not set to same height Detergent dispenser cover blocked by utensils and therefore does not open fully Detergent dispenser cover blocked by the tablet Tablets used in the quick or short programme Dissolving time of the detergent is not reached in the selected short programme Washing effect and dissolving performance are reduced after a prolonged storage time or detergent is very lumpy Remedial action Arrange utensils with adequate clearance between them ensuring that the spray jets can reach the surface of the utensils Prevent contact points Arrange utensils so that the spray arm can rotate without obstruction Clean the spray arm nozzles see Cleaning and maintenance Clean filters see Cleaning and maintenance Insert and engage filters correctly Select a more intensive rinse programme Do not prerinse utensils Remove only large food remnants Recommended programme Eco 50 or Intensive Do not place hollow receptacles too obliquely and do not
3. Plastic parts discoloured Removable streaks on glasses glasses with metallic appearance and cutlery Initial or existing irreversible clouding of glass 32 C Fi in ause Im formation consisting of gredients from vegetables e g cabbage celery potatoes noodles m Fi anganese components on silver or al Fi in uminium utensils Im formation consisting of and substances from the tap W Too low rinsing temperature Utensils precleaned too intensely ater limescale soapy sensors therefore decide on Wi eak programme sequence Stubborn soiling cannot be completely removed Too much rinse aid N lo Detergen o rinse aid added or setting too w rinse programme section Detergen ocked by utensils cover does not open fully ensils precleaned too intensely sensors therefore decide on a U HE dispenser cover eak programme sequence ubborn soiling cannot be completely removed G only suitable for dishwasher or the tap water e g Im formation caused by metallic gredients from food remnants residue in the final asses not dishwasher proof Remedial action Can be partly removed with machine cleaner or by mechanical cleaning Coatings are harmless Can be partly removed with machin cleaner or by mechanical cleaning oD Check function of the water softening system refill with salt or
4. No rinse aid No salt Remedial action Switch off appliances with the ON OFF switch L_1_ After a short time restart the appliance lf the problem recurs turn off the tap and pull out the mains plug Call customer service and mention the error code Close the door Ensure that no objects utensil fragrance dispenser are protruding over the basket and preventing the door from closing Refill rinse aid Refill with special salt Sensor does not detect salt tablets Refill indicator switched off Use different special salt Activation deactivation see chapter Water softening system Special salt or Rinse aid There is still enough special salt rinse aid available Filter system or area under the filters L26 is blocked Program has not ended yet Check refill indicator levels Clean filters and area underneath see Waste water pump Wait until programme ends or reset See Terminating the programme Fault Cause Fault what to do en Remedial action Utensils not dry Plastic utensils not dry No or too little rinse aid in the dispenser Programme selected without drying Water collecting in depressions on the utensils and cutlery The combined detergent used has a poor drying performance Intensive drying to increase drying not activated Utensils were removed too early or drying process had not ended yet The eco rinse aid used has a poor
5. displayed time corresponds with your requirements 5 Press START button L6 timer programming is activated 6 To delete timer programming press the or button until 00 4 00 is indicated on the digital display You can change your programme selection at any time until the programme starts A End of programme The programme has ended when the value 2 47 is indicated on the numerical display L10 Switching off automatically after the end of the programme depending on model To save energy the dishwasher is switched off 1 minute after the programme ends factory setting Automatic disconnection can be adjusted from 7 07 to F UG Appliance does not switch off automatically P O Off after 1 min P Be Off after 120 min 71 1171 Pete 22 _ Close the door Switch on ON OFF switch LI 3 Hold down programme button and press START button L6 until 4 7 is indicated on the digital display 4 Release both buttons The LED for button flashes and the digital display displays the factory setting H U 5 Press programme button until the factory set value PF i is indicated on the digital display 0 To change the setting 1 Press programme button LC Each time the button is pressed the set value increases by one level when the value of 2 42 has been reached the display jumps back to PF off 2 Press START button 6 The set value is saved N Switching off
6. do not include the appropriate information contact the manufacturer of these appliances to ensure that the dishwasher can be installed above or below these appliances en Safety instructions If you cannot obtain any information from the manufacturer you must not install the dishwasher above or below these appliances If you install a microwave oven above the dishwasher the microwave oven may be damaged Install built under or integratable appliances only under continuous worktops which have been screwed to adjacent cupboards to ensure stability Do not install the appliance near heat sources radiators heat storage tanks cookers or other appliances which generate heat and do not install under a hob After installing the appliance ensure that the plug is easily accessible See Electrical connection Some models The plastic housing on the water connection contains an electric valve the connecting cables are in the supply hose Do not cut through this hose do not immerse the plastic housing in water In daily use Read and observe the safety information and instructions for use on the packaging for cleaning and rinsing agents Childproof lock door lock The description of the childproof lock is at the back in the envelope depending on model Childproof lock button lock You can secure your appliance from being unintentionally the programme terminated e g impro
7. Eco 50 programme display flashes This programme remains selected if no other programme button is pressed The expected programme duration flashes on the digital display O0 3 Press the START button L6 The programme starts running Note for environmentally friendly operation of the dishwasher For ecological reasons the Eco 50 programme is preset whenever the appliance starts This conserves environmental resources and not least saves you money The Eco 50 programme is a particularly environmentally friendly programme According to EU regulation 1016 2010 it is the Standard programme which is the most efficient standard cleaning cycle for cleaning normally soiled utensils in terms of the combined energy and water consumption for cleaning these types of utensils Remaining running time display When the programme is selected the remaining running time of the programme is indicated on the digital display L101 The running time is determined during the programme by the water temperature the number of utensils as well as the degree of soiling and may vary depending on the selected programme 21 en Operating the appliance Timer programming depending on model You can delay the start of the programme in 1 hour steps up to 24 hours 1 Close the door 2 Switch on ON OFF switch LI 3 Press button L4 until the digital display 10 jumps to h l Press 4 or button until the
8. any consequential damage Regularly wipe the front of the appliance and fascia with a damp cloth water and a little washing up liquid are adequate Do not use sponges with a rough surface or abrasive detergents as these could scratch the surfaces Stainless steel appliances To prevent corrosion avoid using sponge cloths or wash them out thoroughly several times before using for the first time A Warning Health hazard Never use other domestic detergents e g containing chlorine Special salt and rinse aid m Check the refill indicators and 9 If required refill salt and or rinse aid Filters The filters keep large foreign objects in the rinsing water away from the pump These foreign objects may occasionally block the filters The filter system consists of a coarse filter a flat fine filter and a microfilter 1 After each washing cycle check the filters for residue 2 Unscrew filter cylinder as illustrated and take out filter system 3 Remove any residue and clean filters under running water 4 Re install filter system in reverse sequence and ensure that the arrow marks are opposite each other after closing the filter system Cleaning and maintenance Spray arms Limescale and contaminants in the rinsing water may block nozzles and bearings on the spray arms and 24 1 Check outlet nozzles on the spray arms for
9. drying performance Special properties of plastic Refill rinse aid Select programme with drying see Overview of programmes Programme sequence Arrange utensils in a sloping position arrange affected utensils as sloping as possible Use different combination detergent with better drying performance Use of rinse ai also increases the drying performance Activate intensive drying see Operating the appliance Wait until program ends or wait until 30 min after program ends before removing utensils Use a proprietary rinse aid Eco products are much less effective Q Plastic has a lower heat storage capacity Cutlery not dry Cutlery not arranged properly in and therefore dries less well Separate cutlery if possible prevent contact the cutlery basket Cutlery not arranged properly in the cutlery drawer points Arrange cutlery properly and separate if possible Appliance interior wet after No appliance fault rinse cycle On account of the Condensation drying principle water droplets are physically induced and required in the container The humidity in the air condenses on the inner walls of the dishwasher drains and is pumped out 29 en Fault what to do Fault Food remnants on the utensils Detergent residue 30 Cause Utensils placed too closely together utensils basket overfilled Spray arm rotation obstructed
10. if using combined detergents tablets activate water softening system see chapter Wa softening system Special salt Select programme with higher washing temperature Do not prerinse utensils Remove only large food remnants Recommended programme Eco 50 oD r Set rinse aid amount to lower setting Add rinse aid and check dosage recommended setting 4 5 Detergent dispenser cover must not be obstructed by utensils Do not place utensils or fragrance dispenser in the tablet collecting tray Do not prerinse utensils Remove only large food remnants Recommended programme Eco 50 Use dishwasher proof glasses Avoid long steam phase standing time after wash cycle ends Use wash cycle at lower temperature Set water softening system according to the water hardness if required one setting lower Use detergent with glass protection component Fault Rust spots on the cutlery Appliance does not start Programme starts automatically 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 Cause Cutlery not adequately rust resistant Knife blades are frequently more severely affected Cutlery will also rust if rusting parts are rinsed at the same time pan handles damaged utensil baskets etc Salt content in the rinsing
11. place in the corner area Set top basket to same height using side levers Detergent dispenser cover must not be obstructed by utensils Do not place utensils or fragrance dispenser in the tablet collecting tray Tablet must be inserted flat and not upright Dissolving time of tablets too long for a quick or short programme Use a detergent powder or select a more intensive programme Change detergent Fault Water stains on plastic parts Washable or water soluble coatings in the container or on the door White stubborn coatings limescale on the utensils container or door Tea or lipstick residue on the utensils Cause Droplet formation on plastic surface is physically unavoidable After drying water stains are visible Detergent substances are deposited These coatings cannot usually be removed with chemicals appliance cleaner If there is a white coating on the container floor the water softening system has been set marginally Salt dispenser cover not closed Only for glasses Initial glass corrosion can only apparently be wiped off Detergent substances are deposited These coatings cannot usually be removed with chemicals appliance cleaner Hardness range incorrectly set or water hardness greater than 8 9 mmol l 3in 1 detergent or bio eco detergent not effective enough Underdosing of detergent Too weak rinse programme selected Too l
12. rinsing tank 1 Open the screw type cap of the compartment 25 2 Fill the tank with water only required when switching on the appliance for the first time 3 Then add dishwasher salt not table salt or tablets The water is displaced and runs out As soon as the salt refill indicator on the fascia is lit top up the salt depending on model Using detergents with salt component If combined detergents with a salt component are used salt can usually be omitted up to a water hardness of 21 dH 87 fH 26 Clarke 3 7 mmol I If the water hardness is over 21 dH special salt must be used Rinse aid en Switching off salt refill indicator water softening system If the salt refill indicator is impaired e g when using combined detergents containing salt component it can be switched off m Proceed as described under Adjusting the water softening system and set the value to HHD The water softening system and salt refill indicator are now switched off A Caution Never fill the salt dispenser with detergent You will destroy the water softening system As soon as the rinse aid refill indicator L9 is lit on the fascia there is still a rinse aid reserve of 1 2 rinsing processes Refill with rinse aid The rinse aid is required for stain free utensils and clear glasses Use only rinse aid for domestic dishwashers Combined detergents with rinse aid component may be use
13. striking noises Knocking or rattling noise Unusual foam formation 34 Caus Door Do not place utensils or fragrance e not closed properly dispenser in the tablet co tray Top b asket presses again door and prevents door fr being closed securely Power and or water supp effect Spray If ther interrupted Depends on domesti as appliance is not defective No on appliance function arm strikes the utensils utensils not positioned co lecting st the om y cinstallation rectly e 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 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 Customer service If you are unable to rectify the fault please contact your customer service We always find a suitable solution even to avoid unnecessary visits by technicians Contact info
14. the appliance Short time after the end of the programme 1 Switch off ON OFF switch CT 2 Turn off the tap not applicable if Aqua Stop fitted 3 Remove the utensils when they have cooled down Note When the programme ends leave the appliance to cool down a while before opening it This will prevent steam from escaping and causing long term damage to your built in furniture Interrupting the programme 1 Switch off ON OFF switch L1 The LEDs go out The programme is saved If the door was opened on an appliance which has a warm water connection or is heated first leave the door ajar for several minutes and then close Otherwise expansion pressure may cause the appliance door to spring open or water to run out of the appliance 2 To continue the programme switch on the ON OFF switch again Terminating the programme Reset 1 Press START button 6 for approx 3 sec The numerical display indicates U i 2 The programme sequence lasts approx 1 min On the digital display is indicated iQ 3 Switch off ON OFF switch LL Operating the appliance en Changing the programme When the START button L6 has been pressed the programme cannot be changed The only way a programme can be changed is by Cancel programme Reset Intensive drying The final rinse uses a higher temperature which improves the drying result The running time may increase slightly Caution if utensils are del
15. the appliance is in a room where there is a risk of frost e g holiday home empty the appliance completely see Transportation Subject to changes Childproof lock door lock A Warning 40 Activate the childproof lock Always close the appliance door completely 41 Open the door with activated when you leave the appliance childproof lock This is the only way you can protect your 42 Deactivate childproof lock children from potential dangers Baking sheet spray head 7 Large sheets or grilles and plates which have a diameter greater than 30 cm gourmet plates pasta plates dinner plates can be cleaned with the aid of the spray head To do this remove the top basket and insert the spray head as illustrated in the diagram To ensure that the spray jet can reach all parts arrange the baking sheets as illustrated max 2 baking sheets and 2 grilles Never operate the dishwasher without the top basket or baking sheet spray head some models AquaStop guarantee does not apply to appliances without AquaStop In addition to warranty claims against the seller based on the purchase contract and in addition to our appliance warranty we will pay damages under the following conditions 1 If our AquaStop system is defective and causes water damage we
16. the lock to open the detergent dispenser Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser only insert tablet flat not on its edge Dosage see manufacturer s instructions on the packaging The graduated detergent dispenser helps you add the correct amount of powder or liquid detergent Usually 20 ml 25 ml are adequate for normal soiling If using tablets one tablet is adequate 2 Close the cover on the detergent dispenser by sliding it up until the lock engages without difficulty The detergent dispenser opens automatically at the optimum time depending on the programme The powder or liquid detergent is distributed in the appliance and is dissolved the tablet falls into the tablet collecting tray where it dissolves in doses Tip If the utensils are only lightly soiled slightly less than the indicated amount of detergent is usually adequate Suitable detergents and care products can be purchased online via our website or via customer service see back page Detergent en Combination detergent Apart from conventional detergents Solo a number of products are offered with additional functions These products contain not only the detergent but also rinse aid and salt replacement substances 3in1 and depending on the combination 4in1 5in1 etc additional components such as glass protection or stainless steel cleaner Combination detergents function only up to a specific degree of hardn
17. water too high as salt dispenser lock not fastened firmly or salt was spilled while being refilled The mains fuse has tripped Power cord not inserted The appliance door has not been shut properly You did not wait until programme ended Child lock is activated NS Door loc 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 has been activated Door cannot be closed due to Fault what to do en Remedial action Use corrosion resistant cutlery Do not wash rusting parts Fasten salt dispenser lock firmly or remove Spilled salt Check mains fuse Ensure that the power cord is plugged all the way into the back of the appliance and into the socket Check that the socket functions Close the door Perform reset See Terminating the programme 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 residu D Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser only 33 en Fault what to do Fault Appliance stops in the programme or programme is interrupted Filling valves making
18. which features the symbol Gx Only this extension guarantees compliance with the currently valid regulations The appliance features a water damage protection system Please note the system will not function unless the power supply is connected Removing the appliance Also observe the sequence of worksteps here 1 Disconnect the appliance from the power supply 2 Turn off the water supply 3 Undo the waste water and drinking water connection 4 Loosen fastening screws for the furniture parts 5 If fitted remove the base panel 6 Pull out the appliance carefully pulling the hose behind 38 Transportation Empty the dishwasher and secure loose parts Drain the appliance according to the following steps 1 Turn on the tap 2 Close the door 3 Switch on ON OFF switch 1 4 Select programme with the highest temperature The expected programme duration is indicated on the numerical display L10 5 Press START button 6 1 Programme sequence starts 6 After approx 4 minutes press the START button 6 until 7 7 is indicated on the digital display After approx 1 min amp 27 is indicated on the digital display 7 Switch off ON OFF switch LT 8 Turn off the tap disconnect supply hose and drain water Transport appliance upright only This prevents residual water from running into the machine control and damaging the programme sequence Protection against frost If
19. 3 Cups and glasses 14 PANS 34 sao ith aoe te Diner Shaya oe 14 Cutlery basket 14 Folding SPIKES ur hadi gala trima 14 Small accessories holder 15 KiniferShe lie ccs ane ark wear oleic 15 Adjusting the height of the basket 15 Detergent su man mn emae 16 Adding detergent 16 Combination detergent 17 Overview of programmes 19 Programme selection 20 Information for test institutes 20 Additional options 20 Express Wash Speed Perfect VarioSpeed 222222220 20 HalitlOad sa e rak ea 20 Hygiene aha a ren 20 Intensive ZONG nannaa anaana aa 20 Extra ding ass ara sans 20 Sy Operating the appliance 21 Programme data 21 Agua sensore 2 sl sata 21 Switching on the appliance 21 Remaining running time display 21 Timer programming _ 4 22 End of programme 22 en Intended use Switching off automatically after the end of the programme 22 Switching off the appliance 22 Interrupting the programme 23 Terminating the programme 23 Changing the programme 23 Intensive drying 008 23 Cleaning and maintenance 24 Overall condition of the machine 24 Special salt and rinse aid 24 FINE S casa wed ack a Ma ech 25 Spray arms 25 Fault what todo 26 Waste water pump 26 Fault table
20. Register your new Bosch now www bosch home com welcome Dishwasher SP BOSCH en Instruction manual Reset 3 sec i Qi a Bh 12 T Er _ z m a a s a bok QQQ _ 1____ O s o TLL Fil FL TI i k A OC I oj i o N1 00 9 JO QU LOTT cuj INJINI ON NIINI IN Poo oo Im Table of contents Intended use Safety instructions Before you switch ON the appliance Delivery e ave Installations 4 2A ea In daily USC zara ed ee DOOrIOCK sn aan Button lock Damage aaa Disposal cee eee Protection of the environment Packaging es ka aa en Old appliances 2222 Getting to know your appliance Control panel Appliance interior 2222 22 Overview of menu 2 22222 Water softening system Special salt Setting Water hardness table Using special salt Detergents with salt component Switching off water softening system Ea Rinse aid Setting amount of rinse aid Switching off rinse aid refill indicator en Utensils mama mana karaj 13 Not suitable 2222222 13 Glass and utensil damage 13 Loading the dishwasher 13 Unloading the dishwasher 1
21. The set value is saved N Switching off rinse aid refill indicator If the rinse aid refill indicator L9 is impaired e g when using combined detergents containing rinse aid component it can be switched off m Proceed as described under Setting amount of rinse aid and set the value to r 00 The rinse aid refill indicator L9 is now switched off Utensils Not suitable Cutlery and utensils made of wood Delicate decorative glasses craft and antique utensils These decors are not dishwasher proof Plastic parts not resistant to heat Copper and tin utensils m Utensils which are soiled with ash wax lubricating grease or ink Aluminium and silver parts have a tendency to discolour and fade during the wash cycle Even some types of glass e g crystal glass objects may turn cloudy after many wash cycles Glass and utensil damage Causes Glass type and glass production process Chemical composition of the detergent Water temperature of the wash programme Recommendation m Use only glasses and porcelain which the manufacturer designates as dishwasher proof Use a detergent which protects utensils Take glass and cutlery out of the dishwasher as soon as possible after the programme ends Utensils en Loading the dishwasher 1 Remove large food remnants It is not necessary to prerinse utensils under running water 2 Place the utensils so that they are s
22. annot be closed and the upper spray arm will not be connected to the water circuit 15 en Detergent Top basket with upper and lower roller pairs 1 Pull out the top basket out 2 Remove the upper basket and re attach it to the upper stage 3 or lower stage 1 rollers Detergent You can use tablets as well as powder or liquid detergents for dishwashers but never use washing up liquid The dosage can be individually adjusted with powder or a liquid detergent according to the degree of soiling Tablets contain an adequately large amount of active ingredients for all cleaning tasks Modern powerful detergents predominantly use a low alkaline formulation with phosphate and enzymes Phosphates bond the lime in the water Enzymes break down starch and remove protein Phosphate free detergents are less frequent These have a slightly weaker lime bonding capacity and require a higher dosage To remove coloured stains e g tea tomato sauce oxygen based bleaching agents are usually used Note To ensure a good washing result always follow the instructions on the detergent packaging If you have further questions we recommend that you contact the detergent manufacturers helpline A Warning Read and observe the safety information and instructions for use on the packaging for cleaning and rinsing agents Adding detergent 1 If the detergent dispenser is still closed press
23. baby bottles Intensive zone Perfect for a mixed load You can wash very soiled pots and pans in the lower basket together with normally soiled utensils in the upper basket The spray pressure in the lower basket is intensified the rinsing temperature is increased slightly Extra drying An increased temperature during the final rinse and an extended drying phase ensure that even plastic parts dry better There is a slight increase in the energy consumption Operating the appliance Programme data The programme data consumption values can be found in the summary of instructions They refer to normal conditions and the water hardness set value H 7 4 Different influencing factors such as e g water temperature or line pressure may result in deviations Aqua sensor depending on model The Aqua sensor is an optical measuring device light barrier which measures the turbidity of the rinsing water The Aqua sensor is used according to the programme If the Aqua sensor is active clean rinsing water can be transferred to the next rinse bath and water consumption can be reduced by 3 6 litres If the turbidity is greater the water is drained and is replaced with fresh water In the automatic programmes the temperature and running time can also be adjusted to the degree of soiling Operating the appliance en Switching on the appliance 1 Turn on the tap fully 2 Switch on ON OFF switch LI The
24. be softened The water is softened with special salt regeneration salt in the water softening system of the dishwasher The setting and therefore the required amount of salt depends on the degree of hardness of your tap water see table Setting The amount of salt dispensed can be set from Hill to HU 1 Salt is not required at the set value HULL 1 Find out about the hardness value of your tap water Your water utility company will help you with this 2 Set value can be found in the water hardness table 3 Close the door 4 Switch on ON OFF switch LL 5 Hold down programme button and press START button 6 until HD is indicated on the digital display 6 Release both buttons The LED for button flashes and the digital display displays the factory setting H H To change the setting 1 Press programme button LC Each time the button is pressed the set value increases by one level when the value of 4 07 has been reached the display jumps back to HW off 2 Press START button 6 The chosen setting has now been stored Water hardness table Hardness mmol l Set value range on the machine medium 1 9 2 1 medi e209 03 7 3 8 5 4 hard 5 5 8 9 21 26 nard 27 38 hard Using special salt Always refill with special salt immediately before switching on the appliance This ensures that overrun special salt solution is immediately washed out and does not corrode the
25. blockages en 2 Unscrew the upper spray arms 1 4 revolution TI v 27 3 Remove the lower spray arm upwards SS i 4 a JE 1 amp 4 Clean spray arms under running water 5 Re engage or screw on spray arms 25 en Fault what to do Fault what to do Experience has shown that you can rectify most faults which occur in daily operation yourself This ensures that the machine is quickly available to you again In the following overview you can find possible causes of malfunctions and helpful information for rectifying them Note If the appliance stops during dishwashing or does not start for no obvious reason first run the Abort programme function Reset See chapter entitled Operating the appliance A Warning Don t forget Repairs may be carried out by technicians only If a component has to be replaced ensure that only original spare parts are used Improper repairs or use of non original spare parts may cause considerable damage and put the user at considerable risk Waste water pump Large food remnants or foreign objects which were not captured by the filters may block the waste water pump The rinsing water will then be above the filter A Warning Risk of c
26. ction of the environment en Getting to know your appliance Diagrams of the control panel and the interior of the appliance can be found in the envelope at the front Individual positions are referred to in the text Control panel ON OFF switch Programme buttons Door opener Timer programming Additional options START button Display Check water supply Salt refill indicator Rinse aid refill indicator 10 Digital display depending on model Number depending on model zjajajmjejajaj j je Appliance interior 20 Top basket 21 Knife shelf 22 Tablet collecting tray 23 Upper spray arms 24 Bottom spray arm 25 Dispenser for special salt 26 Filters 27 Cutlery basket 28 Bottom basket 29 Dispenser for rinse aid 30 Detergent dispenser 31 Lock for detergent dispenser 32 Rating plate depending on model en Water softening system Special salt Overview of menu The settings can be found in the individual chapters H Water Hardness 4 00 H 0 7 g Intensive drying 2 00 al r Rinse aid 00 05 A Hot water 4 00 AJ IM o n F Automatic disconnection FT Plo Water softening system Special salt To ensure good washing results the dishwasher requires soft water i e containing low amounts of lime otherwise white limescale will be deposited on the utensils and inner container Tap water above 1 2 mmol l must
27. ctions If required fit a siphon with an drainage connection 2 Connect the waste water hose to the drainage connection of the siphon with the enclosed parts Ensure that the drainage hose is not kinked crushed or twisted and that there is no cover plate in the drainage to prevent the waste water from flowing out Drinking water connection 1 Fasten the drinking water connection to the tap according to the installation instructions using the enclosed parts Ensure that the drinking water connection is not kinked crushed or twisted 2 When replacing the appliance always use a new water supply hose Water pressure At least 0 05 MPa 0 5 bar maximum 1 MPa 10 bar At a higher water pressure connect pressure reducing valve ahead Inlet rate Minimum 10 litres minute Water temperature Cold water preferred hot water max temperature 60 C Warm water connection depending on model The dishwasher can be connected to cold or hot water up to max 60 C Connection to hot water is recommended if the hot water can be supplied by energetically favourable means and from a Suitable installation e g solar heating system with circulation line This will save energy and time The hot water setting 4 7 allows you to adjust your appliance optimally to operation with hot water It is recommended to have a water temperature temperature of the incoming water of at least 40 C and no more tha
28. d up to a water hardness of 21 dH 37 fH 26 Clarke 3 7 mmol l only If the water hardness is over 21 dH rinse aid must be used 11 en Rinse aid 1 Open the dispenser by pressing and lifting the plate on the cover 2 Carefully pour rinse aid up to the max mark in the filler opening 3 Close cover until it clicks shut 4 To prevent excessive foam formation during the next rinse cycle remove any rinse aid which has run over with a cloth Setting amount of rinse aid The amount of rinse aid can be set from r00 to 05 Please set rinse aid on ru to obtain very good drying results 7 74 is already set in factory Do not change the amount of rinse aid unless streaks select lower setting or water stains select higher setting are left on the utensils _ Close the door Switch on ON OFF switch LT 3 Hold down programme button and press START button L6 until 4 7 is indicated on the digital display 4 Release both buttons The LED for button flashes and the digital display displays the factory setting H 14 5 Press programme button until the factory set value 04 is indicated on the digital display 0 To change the setting 1 Press programme button LC Each time the button is pressed the set value increases by one level when the value of U0 amp has been reached the display jumps back to r ii off 2 Press START button 6
29. ecure and cannot tip over all utensils with their openings face down parts with curves or indentations are at an angle thereby allowing water to drain they do not obstruct rotation of the spray arms and 24 Very small utensils should not be washed in the machine as they may fall out of the baskets Unloading the dishwasher To prevent water from dripping off the upper basket onto the utensils in the lower basket it is recommended to empty the appliance from the bottom up Hot utensils are sensitive to shock Therefore when the programme ends leave the utensils to cool down in the dishwasher until they can be handled Note When the programme ends water droplets can still be seen inside the appliance This does not affect the drying of the utensils 13 en Utensils Cups and glasses Top basket Pans Bottom basket Tip Heavily soiled utensils pans should be placed in the bottom basket The more powerful spray jet provides a better dishwashing result 14 Tip Other examples such as the best way of loading your dishwasher can be found on our homepage as a free download The corresponding Internet address can be found on the back page of these instructions for use Cutlery basket You should always place cutlery unsorted with the points downwards To prevent injurie
30. er Installation 35 en Installation and connection Delivery Your dishwasher has been checked thoroughly in the factory to ensure that it is in working order This may cause small water stains These will disappear after the first wash cycle Technical specifications Weight max 45 kg Voltage 220 240 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz Connected load 2 0 2 4 kW Fuse 10 16 A UK 13A Power input switched off 0 10 W not switched off 0 10 W Water pressure at least 0 05 MPa 0 5 bar maximum 1 MPa 10 bar At a higher water pressure connect pressure reducing valve ahead Inlet rate minimum 10 litres minute Water temperature cold water hot water max temperature 60 C Capacity 9 10 place settings depending on model 36 Installation The required installation dimensions can be found in the installation instructions Level the appliance with the aid of the height adjustable feet Ensure that the appliance is situated securely on the floor A built under or integrated appliance which is installed subsequently as a free standing appliance must be secured to prevent it from overturning e g by screwing it to the wall or by installing it under a continuous worktop which is screwed to adjacent cupboards The appliance can easily be installed in a fitted kitchen between wooden and plastic walls Waste water connection 1 The required work sequence can be found in the installation instru
31. erinse 19 en Additional options Programme selection You can select a suitable programme according to the type of utensils and degree of soiling Information for test institutes Test institutes receive the information for comparability tests e g according to EN60436 These are the conditions for conducting the tests however these are not the results or consumption values Request by e mail to dishwasheretest appliances com The product number E no and the production number FD are required which you can find on the rating plate on the appliance door G Additional options depending on model Additional options can be set with the buttons L5 G Express Wash Speed Perfect VarioSpeed This function can reduce the running time by approx 20 to 50 depending on the selected rinse programme The change in the running time is indicated on the digital display L10 To obtain optimum cleaning results at a reduced running time water and energy consumption are increased 20 Half load If you have only a few items to wash e g glasses cups plates you can switch to half load This will save water energy and time It is recommended to put a little less detergent in the detergent dispenser than for a full load Hygiene The temperature is increased during the cleaning process This increases the hygiene status This additional option is ideal for cleaning e g chopping boards and
32. erwise the detergent may stick If you switch from combined detergents to solo detergents ensure that the water softening system and amount of rinse aid have been set to the correct value Overview of programmes Overview of programmes en The max possible number of programmes is illustrated in this overview The corresponding programmes and their arrangement can be found on the fascia Type of utensils Type of soiling Programme Possible Programme sequence additional options Prerinse U I et pots and pans very adhesive burned o ga al Intermediate rinse non sensitive in or dried on food Intensive 70 Final rinse 65 utensils remnants containing Drying and cutlery starch or protein ato a kw S optimised according ui all o the soiling with the aid Auto 45 65 of sensors auto eae ir J s optimised according Bei all o the soiling with the aid Auto 45 65 of sensors part dried common Prerinse ae ae oF eco Clean 50 all Intermediate rinse Eco 50 Final rinse 65 Drying IntensivZone Prerinse Express Wash o a j Yu Y Speed Perfect a a sensitive utensils mae VarioSpeed Intermediate rinse N ture Slomyadhesve To Half load Finaltinsa pp sensitive plastic fresh food remnants Extra drying Drying and glasses Uo Clean 45 P To R Extra drying Intermediate rinse Quick 45 Final rinse 55 ZIP am alltypes cold rinsing un IN iy ene Bredi e of utensils intermediate cleaning Pr
33. ess usually 21 dH Over this limit salt and rinse aid must be added As soon as combined detergents are used the rinse programme is adjusted automatically to ensure the best possible rinsing and drying result A Warning Do not place small parts for washing in the tablet collecting tray 22 this prevents the tablet from dissolving evenly A Warning If you want to add more utensils after the programme has started do not use the tablet collecting tray as a handle for the upper basket The tablet could already be there and you will touch the partially dissolved tablet 17 en Detergent Notes 18 You will obtain optimum rinsing and drying results by using solo detergents and applying salt and rinse aid separately If programmes are short tablets may not have full cleaning effect due to different dissolving properties and there may even be undissolved detergent residue It is recommended to use washing powder for these programmes The Intensive programme on some models requires one tab only When using washing powder you can apply some of this cleaning agent to the inside of the appliance s door Even if the rinse aid and or salt refill indicator is lit the rinse programme will run correctly with combined detergents If using detergents in a water soluble protective cover Take hold of the cover with dry hands only and put the detergent into an absolutely dry detergent dispenser only oth
34. icate 1 Close the door 2 Switch on ON OFF switch LL 3 Hold down programme button and press START button 6 until the digital display Hil is indicated 4 Release both buttons The LED for button flashes and the digital display displays the factory setting H H 5 Press programme button until the factory set value 0 27 is indicated on the digital display TO To change the setting 1 Press the button to switch the Intensive drying on a or off gio 2 Press START button 6 The set value is saved 23 en Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance A regular inspection and maintenance of your machine will help to prevent faults This saves time and prevents problems Overall condition of the machine m Check spray arm for grease and limescale deposits If you find such deposits Fill detergent dispenser with detergent Start the appliance without utensils in the programme with the highest rinsing temperature Clean the appliance with detergents appliance cleaners which are particularly suitable for use with dishwashers To ensure that the door seal always remains clean and hygienic regularly clean it with a damp cloth and a little washing up liquid lf the appliance is switched off for a prolonged period leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of an unpleasant odour 24 Never use a steam cleaner to clean your dishwasher The manufacturer is not liable for
35. lier Please dispose of the packaging material in an environmentally friendly manner Do not let children play with packaging and its parts There is a risk of suffocation from collapsible boxes and film Installation Following installation ensure that the back of the dishwasher is not freely accessible protection against contact due to hot surface Install and connect the appliance according to the installation and assembly instructions Prior to installation disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply Ensure that the protective conductor system of the domestic supply has been correctly installed Safety instructions en The electrical connection conditions must correspond with the specifications on the dishwasher rating plate 32 If the power cord of this appliance is damaged it must be replaced with a particular power cord To prevent injury the power cord may be purchased from customer service only If the dishwasher is installed in a high sided unit the unit must be secured properly If the dishwasher is installed below or above other domestic appliances follow the information for installation in combination with a dishwasher in the installation instructions for the particular appliances Also follow the installation instructions for the dishwasher to ensure that all appliances are operated safely If there is no information or if the installation instructions
36. n 60 C It is not recommended to connect the appliance to hot water if the water is Supplied from an electric boiler Installation and connection en Setting hot water 1 Close the door 2 Switch on ON OFF switch 11 3 Hold down programme button and press START button L6 until 4 7 is indicated on the digital display 4 Release both buttons The LED for button flashes and the digital display displays the factory setting H 14 5 Press programme button until the factory set value A is indicated on the digital display 10 To change the setting 1 By pressing the LC button you can switch the hot water setting off 4 07 or on Al 1 2 Press START button L6_ The set value is saved Electrical connection Connect the appliance to an alternating current only ranging from 220 V to 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz via a correctly installed socket with protective earth conductor See rating plate for required fusing BZ The socket must be near the appliance and freely accessible following installation If the plug is not freely accessible an allpole disconnector with a contact opening of at least 3 mm must be fitted on the installation side to satisfy the relevant safety instructions m The connection may be modified by technicians only 37 en Installation and connection m A power cord extension may be purchased from customer service only Use only a residual current operated circuit oreaker
37. nd closing the door on an eye level appliance ensure that children do not become jammed or crushed between the appliance door and the cupboard door below Children could become locked in the appliance danger of suffocation or get into another dangerous situation Redundant appliances Pull out the mains plug sever and dispose of the power cord Destroy the door lock so that the door can no longer be closed Protection of the environment Both the packaging of new appliances and the old appliances themselves contain valuable raw materials and recyclable materials Please dispose of the individual parts separated according to type Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal Packaging All plastic parts of the appliance are identified with internationally standardised abbreviations e g gt PS lt polystyrene Therefore plastic waste can be sorted out when the appliance is being disposed of Please follow the safety instructions under Delivery Old appliances Please follow the safety instructions under Disposal of your appliance This appliance is labelled in hd accordance with European mae Directive 2012 19 EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU Prote
38. ow rinsing temperature Too little or unsuitable detergent Utensils precleaned too intensely sensors therefore decide on weak programme sequence Stubborn soiling cannot be completely removed Fault what to do en Remedial action Use a more intensive programme more water changes Arrange utensils in a sloping position Use rinse aid If required increase softening setting Change detergent brand Clean appliance mechanically Increase softening setting and change detergent if required Close salt dispenser cover correctly See Glass and utensil damage Change detergent brand Clean appliance mechanically Set water softening system according to instructions for use or top up salt Set water softening system according to instructions for use or use separate detergents proprietary detergent salt rinse aid ncrease detergent dosage or change detergent Select a more intensive rinse programme Select programme with higher washing temperature Use suitable detergent at correct dosage Do not prerinse utensils Remove only large food remnants Recommended programme Eco 50 31 en Fault what to do Fault Coloured blue yellow brown difficult to remove to non removable coatings inthe appliance or on Stainless steel utensils Coloured yellow orange brown easily removable deposits inside the appliance mainly in the floor area
39. per operation by children Activating the button lock 1 Start the required programme 2 Hold down the button for approx 4 sec until this L is indicated on the digital display If any button is pressed while the programme is running this LL is indicated on the digital display It is not possible to end Reset the programme Deactivating the button lock Hold down the button LB for approx a sec until the display Li goes out When the programme ends LoL on the digital display the button lock is cancelled If there is a power failure the button lock is retained Whenever a programme is restarted the button lock must be reactivated Damage The appliance may be repaired and opened up bya technician only To do this disconnect the appliance from the power supply Pull out the mains plug or switch off the fuse Turn off the tap a lf the appliance is damaged especially the fascia cracks holes broken buttons or the door function is impaired stop operating the appliance Pull out mains plug or switch off fuse Turn off tap call customer service Safety instructions en Disposal 1 Make redundant appliances unusable to prevent subsequent accidents 2 Dispose of the appliance in a n environmentally friendly manner A Warning Risk of injury To prevent injuries e g caused by stumbling open the dishwasher only briefly in order to load and unload the dishwasher Kni
40. rmation for your nearest customer service can be found on the back of these instructions for use or on the enclosed customer service list When calling please state the appliance number E Nr 1 and the production number FD 2 which can be found on the rating plate 32 on the appliance door Rely on the competence of the manufa cturer Contact us You can therefore be sure that the repair is carried out by trained service technicians who carry original spare parts for your domestic appliances Customer service en Installation and connection The dishwasher must be connected correctly otherwise it will not function properly The specifications for the inlet and outlet as well as the electrical connected loads must correspond with the required criteria as specified in the following paragraphs or in the installation instructions Install the appliance in the correct sequence 1 Checking appliance on delivery Installing the appliance Waste water connection Drinking water connection Electrical connection O BOD Product package If you have any complaints contact the dealer where you purchased the appliance or our customer service m Dishwasher Instructions for use Installation instructions Warranty Installation materials Steam guard plate Rubber apron Power cord depending on model E EENEN ENE Safety instructions Please follow the safety instructions und
41. s place long pointed implements and knives on the knife shelf Folding spikes depending on model The spikes can be folded down to improve arrangement of pans bowls and glasses Small accessories holder depending on model Light weight plastic accessories e g cups lids etc can be held securely in the small accessories holder Knife shelf depending on model Long knives and other utensils can be arranged horizontally Adjusting the height of the basket depending on model If required the height of the upper utensils basket can be adjusted to provide more space for tall utensils either in the upper or lower basket Utensils en Appliance height 81 5 cm Top basket Bottom basket Setting 1 max Betting 2 max Betting 3 max Select one of the two following procedures according to the design of the top basket for your appliance model Top basket with side levers 1 Pull out the top basket out 2 To lower the basket press in the left and then the right lever on the outside of the basket In doing so hold the sides of the basket along the upper edge to prevent it from suddenly dropping 3 To raise the basket hold the basket on the sides of the upper edge and ift it up 4 Before re inserting the basket again ensure that it is at the same height on both sides Otherwise the appliance door c
42. uts When cleaning the waste water pump ensure that you do not injure yourself on pieces of broken glass or pointed implements 26 In this case 1 First always disconnect the appliance from the power supply 2 Take out top basket and bottom basket 28 3 Remove the filters 26 4 Scoop out water use a sponge if required 5 Prise out the white pump cover as illustrated using a spoon Grip the cover on the crosspiece and lift diagonally inwards Remove cover completely 6 Check impeller wheel and remove any foreign objects 7 Place cover in the original position and press down until it engages click 8 Install filters 9 Re insert baskets Fault table Fault Check water supply display lights up NI Error code ur 1 is lit Error code te is lit Error code Eid is lit IL Error code E 24 is lit Error code 25 is lit Error code E 2 1 is lit Cause Supply hose kinked Tap turned off Filter in the water supply blocked Intake opening on right inside of appliance covered by utensils Heating element calcified or soiled Filters are soiled or blocked Waste water hose kinked or blocked Siphon connection still sealed Cover on the waste water pump loose Waste water pump blocked or cover on the waste water pump is not locked in position Mains voltage too low Tap jammed or calcified Fault
43. ves and other utensils with sharp points must be placed in the cutlery basket with the points downwards or horizontally on the knife shelf Do not lean or sit on the open door Inthe case of free standing appliances ensure that the baskets are not overloaded a If the appliance is not in a cavity and a side panel is accessible the door hinge area must be covered at the side for reasons of safety risk of injury The covers are available as optional accessories from customer service or specialist outlets depending on model en Safety instructions A Warning Risk of explosion Do not add any solvents to the washing chamber Danger of explosion A Warning Risk of scalding Open the door carefully when the programme is still running There is a risk of hot water spraying out of the appliance A Warning Risks to children If fitted use the childproof lock An exact description can be found in the back of the enve lope Do not allow children to play with or operate the appliance Keep children away from detergents and rinse aid These may cause chemical burns in the mouth throat and eyes or asphyxiation Keep children away from open dishwasher The water in the rinsing compartment is not drinking water and could contain detergent residue Ensure that children do not place fingers in the tablet collecting tray 22 Small fingers could become caught in the slots When opening a
44. what to do en Remedial action nstall supply hose without kinks Turn the tap on Turn the tap on Flow rate must be min 10 I min when water supply is open Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug Turn off the tap Unscrew water connection Clean filter in the supply hose Screw water connection on again Check for leaks Reconnect power supply Switch on the appliance Arrange utensils so that the intake opening is not obstructed Clean appliance with dishwasher cleaning agent or descaler Operate the dishwasher with water softening system and check the setting see chapter Water softening system Special salt Clean filters see Cleaning and maintenance nstall hose without kinks remove any esidue Check connection to siphon and open if equired Lock cover correctly See Waste water pump Clean pump and lock cover correctly See Waste water pump Not an appliance fault have the mains voltage and electrical installation checked 27 en Fault what to do Fault A different error code is indicated on the digital display EO to 49 Display flashes Refill indicator for salt L8 and or rinse aid L9_ is lit Refill indicator for salt 8 and or rinse aidL_9_ is not lit Water is left in the appliance at the end of the programme 28 Cause A technical fault has probably occurred Door not closed properly
45. will make good the damage for private users To ensure water damage protection the appliance must be connected to the power supply 2 This liability guarantee is valid for the service life of the appliance 3 A prerequisite for the warranty claim is that the appliance has been correctly installed and connected with AquaStop according to our instructions This also includes the correct installation of the AquaStop extension original accessory Our warranty does not extend to defective feed lines or fittings up to the AquaStop connection on the tap 4 If your appliance is fitted with AquaStop you can leave your appliance unattended during operation and leave the tap turned on afterwards The tap should only be turned off if you are absent from home for a prolonged period e g several weeks holiday Z Repair order and advice on faults GB 0844 892 8979 Calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence per minute A call set up fee of up to 6 pence may apply IE 01450 2655 0 03 per minute at peak Off peak 0 0088 per minute US 800 944 2904 toll free Contact information for all countries can be found on the enclosed customer service list Robert Bosch Hausger te GmbH Carl Wery Stra e 34 81739 M nchen Germany www bosch home com 9000868796 en 9405 440MA
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