YOUR LIFE. OUR INSPIRATION. DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL For MODELS : SHU42L 90 00 02 20 88 Rev. A Congratulations, and Thank You from Bosch! Thank you for selecting a Bosch dishwasher. You have joined the many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from their dishwashers. This manual was written with your safety and convenience in mind, and the information contained herein is very important. We highly recommend that you read this manual before you use your dishwasher for the first time. To learn even more about your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many other topquality Bosch appliances, visit our website at www.boschappliances.com. Please contact us if you have any questions or comments. You can call us at 1-800-944-2904, or you can write us at: BSH Home Appliances, Corp. 5551 McFadden Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Enjoy! TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................. 2 Dishwasher Components, Features and Options........ 3 Materials ..................................................................... 4 Using Your Dishwasher ............................................ 5-8 Dishware Preparation ........................................... 5 Loading the Dishwasher..................................... 5-6 Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent .................... 6-7 Operating the Dishwasher .................................. 7-8 Dishware Drying .................................................... 8 Unloading the Dishwasher ..................................... 8 Care and Maintenance ..........................................8-10 Self Help ................................................................... 10 Wash Cycle Information ............................................ 11 Statement of Warranties ........................................... 12 Customer Service ..................................................... 13 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING INJURY/DEATH HAZARD - SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD RESULT IF THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IS OPERATED INCORRECTLY OR IN A WAY OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. DO NOT USE THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IN ANY OTHER WAY OR FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE THAN IS EXPLAINED IN THIS MANUAL. 1. Use Bosch dishwashers only for their intended function, which is the washing of household dishware and kitchenware. 2. Bosch dishwashers are provided with one manual which contains the Installation Instructions, and the Use and Care Manual. Read and understand all instructions before using the dishwasher. 3. Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of childen. 4. When loading items to be washed: a. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal. b. Load knives and other sharp utensils with their HANDLES UP to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. 5. Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked "dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations. 6. Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place. 7. Do not tamper with or override controls and interlocks. 8. Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher. 9. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. 10. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive. Before using a dishwasher that is connected to a hot water system that has been unused for two weeks or longer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is explosive, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time. 11. Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding. 12. To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD - ELECTRICAL SHOCK COULD RESULT IF THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY FOR THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IS INCORRECTLY INSTALLED OR IF THE DISHWASHER HAS BEEN IMPROPERLY GROUNDED. DO NOT USE THE DISHWASHER COVERED IN THIS MANUAL IF YOU ARE NOT CERTAIN THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY HAS BEEN CORRECTLY INSTALLED OR THE DISHWASHER HAS BEEN PROPERLY GROUNDED. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded to a metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher. See the Installation Manual included with this dishwasher for more information on electrical requirements. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 2 DISHWASHER COMPONENTS, FEATURES AND OPTIONS Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Spray Arm Vent Filter System (in dishwasher floor) Bottom Rack Detergent/Rinse Agent Dispenser Silverware Basket Model/Serial Number Label DISHWASHER FEATURES AND OPTIONS AVSTM Noise Reduction System: A 56dB noise rating from the two-pump motor system, the Suspension MotorTM, and triple insulation make Bosch dishwashers the quietest in North America. Condensation Drying: A high temperature final rinse, a low temperature stainless steel tub, and the sheeting action of a rinse agent result in drying that is hygienic, energy efficient, and economical. Filter System: Three filters ensure distribution of clean water and protect the main pump and the drain pump from foreign material. Flow-Through HeaterTM: Heats water to a temperature of up to 161°F. Nylon Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a five-year warranty. "Refill Rinse Agent" Indicator: An LED indicator labeled "Refill Rinse Agent" on the control panel that comes on when the rinse agent dispenser is needs refilling. "Sanitized" Indicator: An LED indicator on the control panel certifies that your dishes are sanitized to the standards of the National Sanitation Foundation. SENSOTRONICTM: Checks water condition and decides whether a second fresh water fill is necessary. Stainless Steel TALLTUBTM: A rust-free, hygienic interior surface with a lifetime warranty. Water Shut-Off: A safety feature that stops the flow of incoming water if water is detected in the base of the dishwasher. 3 MATERIALS NOTE: Before you use your Bosch dishwasher for the first time, check the information in this section. Some items are not dishwasher safe and should be hand-washed; others require special loading. Contact the item's manufacturer if you are unsure about the item's dishwasher suitability. Usually Safe Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may fade over time. Minerals in your water may cause the aluminum to darken or spot. This can usually be removed by using a soap-filled steel wool pad. China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some hand-painted pieces may discolor, fade, or spot. Hand-wash these pieces. Position fragile glassware so that it will not topple over or contact other pieces during the wash cycle. Glass: Milk glass may yellow. Non-Stick Coatings: Apply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick surfaces after drying. Plastics: Ensure the piece is dishwasher safe. Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver, and Silver Plate: Place these pieces so that they do not contact dissimilar metals. Not Recommended Acrylic: Crazing (small cracks throughout the acrylic) may occur. Adhesive-Joined Pieces: Adhesives that join materials such as plastic, wood, bone, steel copper, tin, etc. may loosen. Bone-Handled Utensils: Handles may separate. Iron: Iron will rust. Hand-wash and dry immediately. Non-Dishware Items: Your Bosch dishwasher is intended for use in cleaning ONLY standard household dishware and kitchenware. Pewter, Brass, Bronze: Pewter will tarnish. Hand-wash and dry immediately. Tin: Tin will rust. Hand-wash and dry immediately. Wood: Wooden bowls, wooden utensils, and wood-handled utensils can crack, warp, and lose their finish. 4 USING YOUR DISHWASHER USING YOUR DISHWASHER Dishware Preparation 1. General Guidelines a) Do not pre-wash items having loosely-attached soiling. b) Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, and excessive grease. c) Items having burned-on or hard, stuck-on soiling may require soaking and hand-scouring. Figure 2 Figure 4 Loading the Dishwasher 1. General Guidelines CAUTION DISHWASHER DAMAGE: Loading the dishwasher with objects such as paper products, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal dishware and kitchenware could damage the dishwasher. Do not load the dishwasher with anything other than dishwasher-safe dishware and kitchenware. Figure 3 Figure 5 a) Check the Materials section of this manual if you are unsure about an item's dishwasher suitability. b) Load only dishwasher-safe items into the dishwasher. c) Load items so that water can reach every part of every item. d) Place pots, pans, cups, bowls, and glasses upside-down in the racks. e) Separate items of dissimilar metals. 2. Loading the Top Rack a) Figures 1, 2 and 3 show a typical mixed load in the top rack. Figure 1 NOTE: When pushing the top rack into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub. Otherwise, the top rack spray arm may not connect to the water supply. b) When the top rack is loaded, push it into the dishwasher. 3. Loading the Bottom Rack a) Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots and pans upside-down. Figures 4, 5 and 6 show a typical mixed load in the bottom rack. Figure 6 b) When the bottom rack is loaded, push it into the dishwasher. 4. Loading Extra Tall Items If an item is too tall to be placed into the bottom rack even with the top rack in the raised position, a) Remove the empty top rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it stops rolling. 5 USING YOUR DISHWASHER b) Pull the front of the rack upward and outward until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides. Set the top rack aside. c) Push the roller guides back into the dishwasher. d) Insert the Extra Tall Item Sprinkler into the top rack spray outlet and turn the sprinkler clockwise to lock it into position as shown in Figure 7. CAUTION DISHWASHER DAMAGE: Reinstalling the top rack without removing the extra tall item sprinkler can damage the dishwasher. Do not reinstall the top rack with the sprinkler installed. To remove the sprinkler and return the dishwasher to its normal condition: f) Turn the sprinkler counter-clockwise and remove it from the top rack spray outlet. g) Retrieve the top rack. h) Tilt the top rack upwards and position the top rack rollers onto the roller guides. i) Continue pushing the top rack until the rollers are on the guide. j) Push the top rack into the dishwasher. c) If large or oddly-shaped items are to be loaded into the silverware basket with the tops up, load the items so that they do not nest together. Load knives and sharp utensils with their handles up. Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent 1. Detergents Figure 7 CAUTION DISHWASHER DAMAGE: Using hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher could damage your dishwasher. Do not use hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher. a) Use only detergents specifically designed for dishwashers. b) The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure detergent to 15 milliliters (ml) and 25ml. 45ml of detergent will completely fill the detergent dispenser cup. 5. Loading the Silverware Basket CAUTION NOTE: Keep the vent on the tub's right side clear by placing tall items such as plastic cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the bottom rack's left side, center, or back. e) Place your extra tall item(s) in the bottom rack as shown in Figure 8. Figure 8 Do not block vent. INJURY HAZARD: Knives and other sharp utensils can cause serious injuries when placed with their handles down in the silverware baskets. Whenever possible, do not load knives and other sharp utensils with their handles down. Do not allow children to handle or play near knives and sharp utensils. a) Keep children away from knives and other sharp utensils. NOTE: The silverware basket tops can be folded up to accomodate large or oddly-shaped items. b) With the silverware basket tops down, load the silverware basket following a pattern suggested by Figure 9, placing knives with their handles up, and forks and spoons with their handles down. CAUTION DISHWARE DAMAGE: Too much detergent in soft water may cause etching in glassware. Do not use too much detergent if your water supply is soft. NOTE: If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15ml of detergent. Increase the amount of detergent, if necessary, to the least amount required to get your dishware and kitchenware clean. c) Use the measuring lines in the detergent dispenser cup as a guide to measure the amount of detergent recommended in Table 1. Table 1 Wash Cycle Power Scrub Plus Water Type Hard 45ml Medium 45ml Soft 25-45ml Figure 9 1 ...