YOUR LIFE. OUR INSPIRATION. DISHWASHER USE AND CARE MANUAL GUIDE D'ENTRETIEN ET D'UTILISATION DU LAVE-VAISSELLE MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO PARA LAVADORA DE PLATOS MODELS\MODÈLES\MODELOS : SHU42L, SHE43C Installation Instructions located on reverse side Tourner le guide pour les instructions d'installation Voltee el manual para encontrar las instrucciones de instalación 9000063358 (8503) 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. 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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................... 2 Dishwasher Components, Features and Options............. 3 Dishware Materials .......................................................... 4 Preparing and Loading the Dishware ........................... 4-8 Dishware Preparation ................................................ 4 Loading the Dishwasher .......................................... 4-8 Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent ............................ 9-10 Operating the Dishwasher ........................................ 11-12 Dishware Drying ....................................................... 12 Unloading the Dishwasher ........................................ 12 Care and Maintenance ............................................. 13-15 Self Help ........................................................................ 16 Wash Cycle Information/Sanitized .................................. 17 Statement of Warranties ................................................ 18 Customer Service .......................................................... 19 1 Important Safety Instructions WARNING Misuse of the dishwasher can result in serious injury or death. Do not use the dishwasher in any way not covered in this manual or for any purpose other than those explained on the following pages. · · · · · For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations. Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place. Do not tamper with or override controls and interlocks. Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. 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. Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding. To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher. Protect your dishwasher from the elements. Protect against freezing to avoid possible damage to the fill valve. Damage caused by freezing is not covered by the warranty. WARNING Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unqualified service technicians or non-original replacement parts. All repairs must be performed by a qualified service technician using only original equipment factory replacement parts. Never use steam cleaning product to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be liable for possible damages or consequences. · · · CAUTION Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing cleaning products can damage your dishwasher and may present health hazards! · · Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the washing of household dishware and kitchenware. This dishwasher is provided with a manual set which includes Installation Instructions and Use and Care Manual. Read and understand all instructions before using the dishwasher. Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of childen. When loading items to be washed: - Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal. - Load knives and other sharp utensils with their HANDLES UP to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked "dishwasher safe" or the equivalent. WARNING 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 Instructions included with this dishwasher for more information on electrical requirements. · SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 2 Dishwasher Components Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Spray Arm Filter System (in dishwasher floor) Vent Bottom Rack Detergent/ Rinse Agent Dispenser Silverware Basket Model/Serial Number Label Dishwasher Features AVSTM Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension MotorTM, and triple insulation make this dishwasher one of the quietest in North America. Stainless Steel TALLTUBTM: A rust-free, hygienic interior surface with a lifetime warranty. Nylon Coated Racks: Eliminate cuts and nicks, and have a five-year warranty. Height Adjustable Racks (SHU42L only): Dishwasher features manual height adjustability. Top Rack Flip Tines (SHE43C only): Tines that fold down to allow loading versatility. Flow-Through HeaterTM: Heats water to a temperature of up to 161°F. 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. SENSOTRONICTM: Checks water condition and decides whether a second fresh water fill is necessary. Filter System: Three filters ensure distribution of clean water and protect the main pump and the drain pump from foreign material. Refill Rinse Agent Indicator Light: An LED indicator light will illuminate to alert you when more rinse agent is required. Sanitized Indicator Light: An LED indicator light will illuminate to alert you that your dishes are sanitized to the standards of the National Sanitation Foundation. Clean Indicator: An indicator light will illuminate to alert you that the cycle is complete and the dishes are clean. Water Shut-Off: A safety feature that stops the flow of incoming water, if water is detected in the base of the dishwasher. 3 Dishware Materials NOTE: Before using your 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. Preparing and Loading the Dishware Dishware Preparation Do not pre-wash items having loosely-attached soiling. Remove large food particles, bones, seeds, toothpicks, and excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require pre-treatment. Recommended 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: Make sure the piece is dishwasher safe. Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver, and Silver Plate: Place these pieces so that they do not contact dissimilar metals. Loading the Dishwasher To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with objects such as paper products, plastic bags, packing materials, or anything other than normal dishware and kitchenware. Do not load the dishwasher with anything other than dishwasher-safe dishware and kitchenware. Check the Dishware Materials section of this manual if you are unsure about an item's dishwasher suitability. Load only dishwasher-safe items into the dishwasher. Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so that the insides of bowls, pots, and pans are facing the spray arms. Avoid nesting and contact points between dishes. Separate items of 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 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 Preparing and Loading the Dishware Loading the Top Rack Figures 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 show typical mixed loads for the top rack. Figure 1 (continued) Figure 4 12 place setting (SHE43C) Figure 2 Figure 5 Figure 3 12 place setting (SHU42L) 5 Preparing and Loading the Dishware Top Rack Accessories Top Rack Flip Tines (SHE43C only) Flip Tines fold down to make loading the racks easier in Figure 6 some instances. Grasp the tines as shown in Figure 6 and fold the tines downward. When the top rack is loaded, push it into the dishwasher. (continued) Loading the Bottom Rack Place large items in the bottom rack. Load pots and pans upside-down. Figures 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 show typical mixed loads for the bottom rack. Figure 9 NOTE: When pushing the top rack into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the top rack spray arm will connect to the water supply. Top Rack Height Adjustment (SHU42L only) Remove the empty upper rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher to the point that it can be lifted upward, as shown in Figure 7. Pull the rack outward and up until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides. Re-insert the rack with the other set of rollers on the roller guides, as shown in Figure 8. Figure 7 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 8 6 Preparing and Loading the Dishware Figure 12 (continued) 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 14. 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. Figure 14 12 place setting (SHE43C) Figure 13 Place your extra tall item(s) in the bottom rack as shown in Figure 15. Figure 15 Do not block vent. 12 place setting (SHU42L) Bottom Rack Accessories 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, remove the empty top rack by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it stops rolling. Pull the front of the rack upward and outward until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides. Set the top rack aside. Push the roller guides back into the dishwasher. 7 Preparing and Loading the Dishware (continued) Standard Silverware Basket To avoid dishwasher damage, do not reinstall the top rack without removing the extra tall item sprinkler. Do not reinstall the top rack with the sprinkler installed. To remove the sprinkler and return the dishwasher to its normal condition: 1. Turn the sprinkler counterclockwise and remove it. 2. Retrieve the top rack. 3. Tilt the top rack upwards and position the top rack rollers onto the roller guides. 4. Continue pushing the top rack until the rollers are on the guide. 5. Push the top rack into the dishwasher. 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 4 4 2 2 2 ...