User Manual Bosch SGE53X55UC 300 Series 24" Recessed Handle Special Application Dishwasher

• User Manual - (English, French)

• Supplement - (English)

• Installation Instructions - (English)

• Product specifications sheet - (English)

• Energy Guide - (English)

Table of contents

• Getting Started
• Water softening system / special salt
• Rinse Aid
• Loading the Dishwasher
• Detergent
• Operating the Dishwasher
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting

Getting Started

Appliance overview

The dotted lines show optional features which may or may not be included with your dishwasher. The numbers stated below refer to the overview images on the previous page of this manual.

Operating panel

1. On/Off button
2. Wash cycles**
3. Digital display
4. Delay start button
5. Wash cycle options**
6. Start button

Note: Some of the wash cycles and options will vary by model.

Dishwasher interior components

22. Upper rack

23. Upper spray arm

24. Detergent tab tray

25. Vent hole

26. Lower spray arm

27. Dispenser for special salt

28. Filters

29. Silverware basket

30. Lower rack

31. Rinse aid dispenser

32. Detergent dispenser

33. Lock for detergent dispenser

34. Rating plate

Display indicators

Menu overview

The dishwasher has been preset with certain settings for your convenience. You can change these factory settings.

Use the function keys A, B and C to change the settings.

Water softening system / special salt

To ensure good rinsing results, the dishwasher requires soft water, i.e. water which is low in lime, otherwise limescale will be deposited on the utensils and interior container. Tap water above 7° dH (1.2 mmol/l) must 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 following water hardness table).

Water hardness table

Adjusting the water softening system

The amount of salt dispensed can be set from to . Salt is not required at the set value .

Set the softening system as follows:

1. Ask your local water utility company for the water hardness value of your tap water or use test strip.

2. Required setting can be found in the water hardness table.

3. Press On/Off button 1.

4. Hold down function key A and press Start button 6 until the display 3 indicates(x can be any number).

5. Release both buttons.

The indicator of function key A flashes and the display 3 indicates C select the desired setting.

6. Press Start button 6 to save the setting.

The chosen setting has now been stored.

Using special dishwasher salt

As soon as the low salt indicator lights up on the digital display 3. salt should be topped off. 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 rinsing tub.

Top off the salt as follows:

1. Undo the screw plug on the dispenser 27.

2. Fill the dispenser with water (required only when switching on the appliance for the first time).

3. Add salt as illustrated (do not use table salt, salt tablets or salt for use with whole house water softeners).

The water is displaced and runs out.

For more information about buying dishwasher salt. please contact Customer Service 1-800-944-2904.

Using detergents with salt component

If combined detergents with a salt component are used. special salt can usually be omitted up to a water hardness of 21° dH (37° fH, 26° Clarke. 3.7 mmol/l). If the water hardness is over 21° dH. salt must be used.

Switching off low salt indicator / water softening system

If the use of combined detergents with a salt component impairs the low salt indicator on the digital display 3 . the low salt indicator can be switched off.

Proceed as described under “Setting water softening system” and set the value toThe water softening system and salt refill indicator are now switched off.

Rinse Aid

To achieve proper drying, always use a liquid rinse aid, even if your detergent contains a rinse aid or drying additive.

Note: The dishwasher indicates low rinse aid by turning on the Rinse Aid indicator. If this indicator lights up, you need to refill the rinse aid dispenser 31 by following the directions below.

Adding rinse aid

1. Open the rinse aid dispenser 31 by pressing on the latch of the lid and pull it open

2. Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser 31 until it is full. Do not overfill. Avoid spilling into air vent hole.

3. Close the lid. Lid must be fully closed until it clicks in order to seal.

4. Wipe up any excess rinse aid that may have puddled when the dispenser reservoir is full.

The indicator light will go out a few moments after the dishwasher door is shut.

Setting the amount of rinse aid used

The amount of rinse aid dispensed can be set from to . The factory setting is . You should only change the setting if streaks remain on the dishes (lower the amount), or if dishes are not getting dry enough (increase the amount).

1. Press the On/Off button 1

2. Hold down the function key A and press the Start button 6 until the display 3 indicates (x can be any number). Release both buttons.

3. Press the function key A until the display 3 shows

4. Press the function key C to select the desired setting.

5. Press the Start button I6 to save the setting.

Turning off rinse aid indicator

Proceed as described in the section “Setting the amount of rinse aid used” and set value to The rinse aid indicator is now turned off.

Loading the Dishwasher

Dishware material

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

Glass and silverware damage

Causes:

■ Glass type.

■ Type of dishwasher detergent.

■ Water temperature of the wash cycle.

Recommendation:

■ Use only glasses and porcelain which the manufacturer designates as dishwasher-safe.

■ Use a detergent which protects silverware.

■ Use less intensive wash cycles and take glass and silverware out of the dishwasher as soon as possible after the wash cycle ends.

Loading the racks

For best dishwashing results, observe the following when loading the dishwasher:

■ Do not pre-wash items with loosely attached food soil.

■ Remove all food particles, bones, toothpicks and excessive grease.

■ Pre-treat items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils.

■ Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so the insides of bowls, pots and pans are facing the spray arms.

■ Avoid nesting and contact points between dishes.

■ Separate items of dissimilar metals. Use care to not block movement of the spray arms.

■ Only wash household dishware and kitchenware rated as dishwasher-safe.

Refer to the Dishware Materials section for more information about dishware suitability.

Loading the upper rack

Ensure items do not protrude through the bottom of the racks and block the spray arms.

Note: When pushing the upper rack 22 into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the upper rack spray arm 23 connects to the water supply at the back of the tub. Do not push racks in using the door.

Loading the lower rack

Place large items in the lower rack 30. Load pots, pans and bowls upside down. Do not block the vent hole 25 with tall baking sheets. Load these items on the right side of the dishwasher.

Recommended loading pattern

For daily, regular or typical use

12 place setting

Note: Folding the cup shelves down will allow the cups to sit at an increased angle and reduce water pooling on cup bottoms.

Additional loading pattern

10 place setting

Note: Folding the cup shelves down will allow the cups to sit at an increased angle and reduce water pooling on cup bottoms.

Loading the silverware basket

Place knives and sharp utensils with their handles up and forks and spoons with their handles down. If large or oddly-shaped items are loaded in the silverware basket, be sure they do not nest together.

This dishwasher is equipped with a silverware drawer that should accommodate most silverware loading needs.

However, if you are washing while the silverware drawer has been removed, or with excess silverware, a silverware basket is also included.

When loading the silverware basket you should avoid excessive contact points and nesting of similar items (allowing two spons to rest inside one another).

A good way to avoid excessive contact points is to load the silverware basket with the lids closed, inserting each piece of silverware into one of the individual slots.

Unloading the dishwasher

Note: Dishes are more likely to chip when unloading before cooling.

When unloading the dishwasher, to prevent water from dripping onto dry dishes, unload the lower rack 30 first. Next, unload the silverware basket followed by the upper rack 22. and then the third rack (if equipped).

Adjusting the height of the rack

If desired, the height of the upper rack 22 can be adjusted to create more space for taller utensils either in the upper or lower rack.

Arrange large plates up to a diameter of 13.4 in (34 cm) in the lower basket 30 as illustrated

RackMatic®

The height of the upper rack 22 can be adjusted in 3 steps to create more space.

1. Pull the upper rack out of the dishwasher until it stops.

2. To lower the rack, push the RackMatic® lever inward.

3. To raise the rack, hold the basket on the sides of the upper rack and lift it up.

Rack accessories

Flip tines *

The upper and lower rack are fitted with flip tines that can be folded down depending on what you may need to load in the rack.

Lower rack flip tines: To fold down, pull flip tine gently forward and release it from the notch. Push the flip tine downward. To fold up, push flip tines into an upright position until the holder engages in the notch.

Upper rack flip tines: To fold down, push flip tines downward with gentle pressure. To fold up, push flip tines into an upright position until the holder engages in the notch.

* optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.

Plastic item clips *

Light-weight plastic accessories (cups, lids, etc.) can be held securely by the plastic item clips.

Press the plastic item clip against the upper rack 22 as shown until it clicks.

* optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.

Vase holder *

The vase holder can be placed anywhere in the lower rack to hold and thoroughly clean vases, bottles, and other containers.

Cup shelves *

The cup shelves and the space underneath them can be used for small cups or for larger serving utensils.

* optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.

Knife shelf *

Long knives and other utensils can be placed in the knife shelf.

* optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.

Extra tall item sprinkler *

If an item is too tall to be placed in the lower rack 30 even with the upper rack 22 in the raised position, remove the empty upper rack 22 by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it stops. Pull the front of the rack upward and outward until the rack will not slide out anymore. Then lift it up and away from the dishwasher, until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides (A).

Set the upper rack 22 aside and push the roller guides (A) back into the dishwasher. Insert the extra tall item sprinkler (B) into the upper rack spray outlet (C) and turn the sprinkler clockwise to lock into position.

Removing/Installing upper rack with Rackmatic®

Removing upper rack 22

1. Pull out upper rack all the way (1).

2. Lift front rollers over the stopper hook of the rail (2).

3. Pull out upper rack forwards and upwards so that the upper and lower rollers of the rack slide over the stopper hooks of both rails (3).

Installing upper rack 22

1. Pull out upper rack rails all the way (1).

2. Insert upper rack at an angle. Make sure that the stopper hooks of both rails slide in between the upper and lower rollers on the rear side of the rack (2).

3. Slide upper rack in and lift the upper rollers over the front stopper hooks of both rails (3).

4. Push in upper rack (4).

Detergent

Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. For best results, use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent or detergent tabs.

This dishwasher uses less water than most, therefore, less detergent is required. With soft water, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of detergent will clean most loads. The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure detergent to 1 tablespoon (15 ml) and 1.75 tablespoons (25 ml). 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of detergent will completely fill the detergent dispenser.

Note: If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15 ml of detergent. Increase the amount if necessary to the least amount required to get your kitchenware clean.

Use the measuring lines in the detergent dispenser cup as a guide to measure the amount of detergent recommended in the following table.

Adding detergent

1. If the detergent dispenser 32 is still closed, push the button 33: to open it.

2. When using detergent tabs, lay them such that they do not come in contact with the cover, insert a detergent tab flat, not on its side.

Note: Do not place detergent tabs or utensils in the detergent tab tray 24 . Place tabs or other detergent forms directly in the detergent dispenser 32.

Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser 32 only. Add detergent. Do not overfill the detergent dispenser.

Dosage: see manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging.

3. Close the lid by placing the finger on the lid as shown. Slide the lid closed until it clicks.

The detergent dispenser will open automatically at the ideal time for the set cycle. The powder or liquid detergent is distributed in the appliance and is dissolved, detergent tabs will fall into the detergent tab tray I4 where it dissolves during the cycle.

Tip: If the dishware is only lightly soiled, slightly less than the indicated amount of detergent is usually adequate.

Operating the Dishwasher

Protection against unintentional operation

Your dishwasher is equipped with a function that helps to prevent unintentional operation (e.g. by children).

After starting the dishwasher, the dishwasher door has to be closed within 4 seconds, otherwise the operation will be paused. There will be a signal on the control panel advising you to press the Start button again and close the door.

This function will be activated when:

■ pressing Start to begin a wash cycle

■ setting Delay time and pressing Start

■ opening the door while Delay time is active

■ opening the door during a wash cycle.

Note: This function cannot be deactivated.

AquaSensor

The AquaSensor is an optical measuring device which measures the cleanliness of the rinse water.

The AquaSensor is used according to the wash cycle. If the AquaSensor is active, “clean” rinse water can be transferred to the next rinse and water consumption can be reduced by 0.8-1-5 gal (3-6 liters). If the rinse water is not yet clear, the water is drained and is replaced with fresh water. In the automatic wash cycles the temperature and running time can also be adjusted to the degree of soiling.

Switching the appliance on

1. Turn the water supply on fully.

2. Press the On/Off button 1 .

The AUTO wash cycle has been preset as a default whenever the appliance starts. This wash cycle remains selected if no other wash cycle button I2 is pressed. Select any desired option.

3. Press Start button 6.

Wash cycle sequence starts.

Note: Your dishwasher is protected against unintentional operation. If the appliance door remains open for more than 4 seconds after pressing the Start button, the operation will be paused. Close the appliance door and press the Start button 6 again.

Time display

When a wash cycle is selected the remaining wash cycle time is shown on the display 3

The wash cycle time is determined during the wash cycle by the water temperature, the amount of dishes, as well as the degree of soiling and may vary (depending on the selected wash cycle).

Delay start

You can delay the start of the cycle in one hour increments up to 24 hours.

To set Delay start:

1. Press On/Off button 1 Select a cycle.

2. Press Delay button 4 until the displayed time corresponds with your requirements._

3. Press Start button 6 to activate Delay start.

To cancel Delay start:

1. Press Delay button 4 until is indicated on the digital display 3 .

2. Press Start button 6 to save setting.

Note: Your dishwasher is protected against unintentional operation. If the appliance door remains open for more than 4 seconds after pressing the Start button, the operation will be paused. Close the appliance door and press the Start button 6 again.

Wash cycle end

The wash cycle has ended when the display 3 reads

Auto power off

This setting determines the length of time the control panel stays illuminated after the cycle is complete. To save energy the recommended setting is

This setting can be adjusted from

To change the setting:

1. Press the On/Off button 1 .

2. Hold down the function key A and press the Start button 6 until the display 3 indicates (x can be any number).

3. Release both buttons.

4. Press the function key A until the display 3 indicates.

5. Press the function key C until the display corresponds with your requirements.

6. Press the Start button 6 .

Interrupting the wash cycle

1. Press On/Off button 1

The LED’s go out. The wash cycle is saved.

2. To continue the wash cycle, close the door and press On/Off button 1 again.

Note: Your dishwasher is protected against unintentional operation. If the appliance door remains open for more than 4 seconds after pressing the Start button, the operation will be paused. Close the appliance door and press the Start button 6 again.

Terminating the wash cycle (Reset)

1. Press and hold Start button6 for approximately 3 seconds until the display reads .

2. Wait about 1 minute while the dishwasher drains.

3. Press On/Off button 1

You may now power the dishwasher back on and begin a new cycle if desired.

Changing the wash cycle

When the Start button 1 has been pressed, the wash cycle cannot be changed. The only way a wash cycle can be changed is by terminating the wash cycle (Reset).

Child Lock (panel lock)

The child lock will lock the panel while the dishwasher is in operation to prevent that a wash cycle is interrupted unintenionally (e.g. by children).

To set the panel lock:

1. Start the desired wash cycle.

2. Hold down the button with the symbol over it for approximately 3 seconds until the display reads The panel lock is active.

will be indicated now if any button is pressed and the program will not be reset.

To deactivate the panel lock hold down the button with the over it for approximately 3 seconds until the display no longer reads .

The panel lock is deactivated automatically when the wash cycle is completed. In case of a power outage the panel lock will remain active. The panel lock has to be activated with each new wash cycle.

Intensive drying

The final rinse uses a higher temperature which improves the drying result. The cycle time and energy usage may be increased. (Caution if utensils are delicate!)

This feature has two settings:

1. Press the On/Off button 1.

2. Hold down function key A and press Start button 6 until the display 3 indicates (x can be any number).

3. Release both buttons.

4. Press function key A until the display 3 indicates the factory set value

5. Press function key C to switch the intensive drying feature on or off.

6. Press Start button 6 to save setting.

Care and Maintenance

A regular inspection and maintenance of your machine will help to prevent faults. This saves time

and prevents future problems.

Cleaning the dishwasher

■ Regularly wipe the front of the appliance with a damp cloth -water and a small amount of liquid soap is adequate.

■ For black stainless steel and anti-fingerprint surfaces, use a soft, dry towel. For stubborn dirt, use warm water diluted with a non-abrasive, mild cleansing soap. Never use stainless steel polish.

■ For stainless steel appliances (excluding black stainless and anti-fingerprint), use a stainless steel polish to seal and protect the surface.

■ Clean the outer edges of the inside door panel regularly to remove debris that may collect from normal loading. If spots begin to appear on the stainless steel, make sure the rinse aid dispenser is full and functioning properly.

■ Clean the door seal regularly with a damp cloth to remove food particles that may collect from normal loading and cause odor. A soiled door seal may not seal properly.

Filters

The Bosch® filter system 28 is designed to prevent the need to pre-rinse normally attached food soils from your dishes. Simply scrape leftover food soils off of dishware before loading. This process will conserve time, water and the energy require to heat your household water supply.

Your dishwasher filter system is designed to filter 100% of the water entering the spray arms to provide a continuous supply of clean water to remove food soils from your dishware.

Filter components

The filter system 28 consists of three parts

A. Large Object Trap

Prevents objects that should not be placed in your dishwasher from damaging the dishwasher pump system or clogging your household drain.

B. Flat Fine Filter

Prevents food particles from entering the wash chamber and directs particles toward the micro filter.

C. Micro Filter

Directs the smallest of particles to the household plumbing drain.

Cleaning intervals

The filter system Ib is designed to minimize maintenance while providing premium cleaning performance and minimum energy consumption.

Depending on use habits and water hardness, the filter system will require some maintenance to sustain premium cleaning performance.

Your filter system may need to be cleaned when:

■ You notice food soils remaining on the filter system or objects trapped in the Large Object Trap.

■ A drop in cleaning performance or a gritty film forms on the dishware.

When washing normally attached food soils that have been scraped before loading, in a household that runs the dishwasher every other day, your filter should be cleaned:

To check or clean the filter system:

1. Unscrew the Large Object Trap as illustrated and remove the entire filter system.

2. Remove the microfilter from the fine filter for easier cleaning.

3. Rinse the filters under running water and use a soft brush to clean.

Note: do not use abrasive brushes or steel wool, etc., as they may damage the filter.

4. Reinstall the filter system in reverse sequence and lock into place by screwing the Large Object Trap until the marking arrows align.

Spray arms

Check spray arms 23 , 26 for grease and limescale deposits. If you find such deposits:

■ Fill detergent dispenser I32 with detergent and start the appliance without utensils in the cycle with the highest rinsing temperature. →“Wash Cycle Information”

■ Clean the appliance with detergents/appliance cleaners which are particularly suitable for use with dishwashers.

■ Unscrew the upper spray arm 23: and pull off the lower spray 26 arm as shown. Inspect for deposits.

Drain pump

Large food remnants in the rinsing water not retained by the filters may block the waste water pump. In this case:

■ Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

■ Remove the filters. →"Filters"

■ Scoop out standing water - use a sponge if necessary.

■ Using a spoon, pry off the pump cover until it clicks, then grip the cover and pull upward until it resists and then pull forward.

Troubleshooting

hoot i ngDishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may help you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair professional.

Fault	Cause	Remedial action
Error code is lit.	Supply hose kinked.	Install supply hose without kinks.
	Water supply turned off.	Turn on the water supply.
	Water supply jammed or calcified.	Turn on the water supply. Flow rate must be min. 10 l/min. when water supply is open.
	Filter in the water supply blocked.	Switch off the dishwasher and pull out the power supply 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 dishwasher.

Dishes not dry.	No or too little rinse aid in the dispenser.	Refill rinse aid.
	Wash cycle selected without drying	Select wash cycle with drying. → "Dishwasher Cycles"
	Water collecting in depressions on the dishes and silverware.	Arrange dishes in a sloping position, arrange affected dishes as sloping as possible
	The combined detergent used has a poor drying performance	Use different combination detergent with better drying performance. Use of rinse aid also increases the drying performance.
	extraDry to increase drying not activated	Activate extraDry. → "Dishwasher Cycle Options"
	Dishes were removed too early or drying process had not ended yet	Wait until wash cycle ends or wait until 30 min after wash cycle ends before removing dishes
	The eco rinse aid used has a limited drying performance.	Use a proprietary rinse aid. Eco products may have limited effectiveness.
Plastic dishes not dry.	Inherent properties of plastic.	Plastics do not absorb heat and therefore do not dry as well.
Silverware not dry.	Silverware not arranged properly in the silverware basket.	Separate silverware if possible, prevent contact points
	Silverware not arranged properly in the third rack.	Arrange silverware properly and separate if possible.
Dishwasher interior wet after rinse cycle	No dishwasher fault.	With “condensation drying”, steam condenses into water droplets onto the walls of the dishwasher tank. The steam pressure inside the dishwasher pumps the water out of the dishwasher.