Dishwasher
Lave-Vaisselle
en Operating instructions
fr Guide d'Utilisation
9000981756 (9501)
Dear Valued Customer,
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .................................................................... 2-3
Dishwasher Components ............................................................................ 4-5
Dishwasher Setup ...................................................................................... 6-8
Dishware Materials ....................................................................................... 9
Loading the Dishwasher .............................................................................. 10
Rack Features ............................................................................................. 11
Dishwasher Cycles and Options .................................................................. :1.2
Wash Cycle Information .............................................................................. 13
Operating the Dishwasher ...................................................................... 14-16
Care and Maintenance ............................................................................ 17-18
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................... 19-21
Customer Service ....................................................................................... 22
Statement of Limited Product Warranty ..................................................... 23
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS:
Please READ and SAVE this information
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 in the fol-
lowing pages.
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Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unqualified service techni-
cians or non-original replacement parts. All repairs must be performed by a qualified service
technician using only original equipment factory replacement parts.
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Electrical shock or fire 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 unless you are certain the electrical supply has been
correctly installed and the dishwasher has been properly grounded.
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Never use harsh chemicals to clean your dishwasher. Some chloride-containing products can
damage your dishwasher and may present health hazards!
Never use steam cleaning products to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer will not be
responsible for the possible damages or consequences.
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It is highly recommended for the end user to become familiar with the procedure to shut off
the incoming water supply and the procedure to shut off the incoming power supply. See the
Installation Instructions or contact your installer for more information.
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To avoid possible dishwasher damage, do not use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, scour-
ing pads (metal or plastic), or abrasive cloths/paper towels to clean your dishwasher's exte-
rior door panel. Your dishwasher's exterior door panel can be damaged by doing so.
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NSF/ANSI 184 Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establish-
ments.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or serious injury, observe the following:
1 This dishwasher is provided with Installation instructions and this Use and Care Manual.
Read and understand all instructions before using the dishwasher.
2 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 equip-
ment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher. See the Installation Instructions
included with this dishwasher for more information on electrical requirements.
3 Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the washing of household
dishware and kitchenware rated as dishwasher safe.
4 Use only detergents or rinsing agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep
them out of the reach of children.
s When loading items to be washed:
• Locate sharp items so 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. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recom-
mendations.
• Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place.
• Do not tamper with or override controls and interlocks.
6 Do not abuse, sit or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher.
7 To reduce risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.
8 When children become old enough to operate the appliance, it is the responsibility of the
parents/legal guardians to ensure the children are instructed in safe practices by qualified
persons.
9 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 dish-
washer 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.
10 Remove the dishwasher door to the washing compartment when removing an old dish-
washer for service or discarding.
11 To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around
or under the dishwasher.
12 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.
13 This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric cur-
rent. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor.
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if
you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Dishwasher Components
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Rackmatic ® 3 position adjustable upper rack. The height of the upper rack can be adjusted in
3 positions to create more space.
Cutlerty Drawer Third level rack to maximize loading space.
Time Remaining Indicator indicates the cycle time remaining.
44 dBA Sound Level Quiet washing.
A LED illuminates the floor to indicate the unit is running.
InfoLight ®
(model dependent)
Delay Start Start of a cycle can be delayed in 1-hour increments up to 24 hours.
Rinse Cycle If you need to pre-rinse dishes to avoid odors, let the dishwasher do the work for
you. Place unrinsed dishes inside dishwasher and select the "Rinse" cycle. Uses
less water than hand rinsing and very low energy. Note: Do not use detergent in
this cycle.
Tab Tray / Upper Rack Handle Place detergent tabs inside the dispenser as normal. The tabs fall into the tab
tray and dissolve perfectly every time. Also serves as an upper rack handle.
24/7AquaStop ® Leak Protection If a leak has occurred, it shuts down operation and automatically pumps out
water to avoid contact with the floor.
2 Flip Tine Rows in upper and Folds down to improve loading versatility.
lower racks
Vase Holder
Plastic Item Clips
Low Salt Notification Light
Low Rinse Aid Notification Light
Sanitized Notification Light
Positions tall vases securely.
Securely holds light-weight plastic accessories (cups, lids, etc.).
illuminates to indicate Salt is low.
illuminates to indicate Rinse Aid is low.
illuminates to indicate sanitation requirements are met. Only available in Heavy,
Auto, or Normal cycles.
Energy Efficient 259 kWh ENERGY STAR®qualified.
Cutlery Drawer
Upper rack
Flip Tines
Upper rack spray arm
Salt container
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Flip Tines
Lower rack
Detergent dispenser
Rinse aid dispenser
Dishwasher Setup
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Your dishwasher requires soft water to ensure proper washing results
and is equipped with an interna! water softening system. However, if you
have a household water softening system, the internal system provided
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Salt
Only refill the salt container, using a funnel to pour, right before turning
on the unit to ensure that salt overflow is immediately washed away. This
prevents corrosion. See Figure 2.
1 Open the screw cap of the salt container.
2 Fil! the container with water (only required when turning on the unit for
the first time).
3 Add dishwasher salt until the water is displaced and runs out.
4 Refill with salt as soon as the "Refill Salt" LED is lit.
Notice: Never fill the salt dispenser with detergent. It will destroy the
water softening system. To prevent corrosion, refill with salt and immedi-
ately begin any cycle.
Note: Do not use salt tablets or any salt other than dishwasher water softening salt.
For more
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information about ordering salt please contact Customer Service (1-800-944-2904).
Detergent
Use only detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. For best results, use fresh powdered dish-
washing detergent or detergent tabs.
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use hand dishwashing products in your dishwasher.
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To avoid dishwasher damage, do not use too much detergent if your water is soft. Using too much
detergent with soft water may cause etching in glassware.
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The 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 deter-
gent (Figure 3) to 1 tablespoon (15 ml) and 2 tablespoons (25 ml). 3
tablespoons (45 ml) of detergent will completely fill the detergent dis-
penser.
Note: If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15 ml (1
tbsp) 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 Table 2.
Table 2- Recommended Detergent Amount
Heavy 3 tbsp (45 ml) 3 tbsp (45 ml) 1.75-3 tbsp (25-45 ml)
Auto 1.75-3 tbsp (25-45 ml) 1.75 tbsp (25 ml) 1-1.75 tbsp (15-25 ml)
Eco 1.75 tbsp (25 ml) 1-1.75 tbsp (15-25 ml) 15 ml (1 tbsp)
Normal 1.75-3 tbsp (25-45 ml) 1.75 tbsp (25 ml) 1-1.75 tbsp (15-25 ml)
Express 1.75 tbsp (25 ml) 1-1.75 tbsp (15-25 ml) 1 tbsp (15 ml)
Rinse None None None
To Close:
• Place finger as shown in Figure 4.
• Slide door closed and press down firmly until it clicks.
Figure 4
To Open:
• To open the cover, push the button as shown in Figure 5.
• Cover will slide open.
Figure 5
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 "Refill Rinse Aid" LED in the display. If this
light is on, you need to refill the rinse aid dispenser by following the directions below.
Adding Rinse Aid
To avoid oversudsing or clogging, do not overfill the rinse aid dispenser. Wipe up any spills with a damp
cloth.
1 Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser until it
is ful! (see Figure 6). Do not overfill.
2 Close the lid. Lid must be fully closed until it clicks in order to seal.
3 Wipe up any excess rinse aid that may have puddled when the dis-
penser reservoir is full.
The indicator light will go out a few moments after the dishwasher door is shut.
See page 15 for instructions on how to adjust the amount of rinse aid dispensed.
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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.
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 with a soap-filled steel wool pad.
China, Crystal, Stoneware: Some hand-painted utensils may discolor, fade or spot. Hand
wash these utensils. Position fragile glassware so that it will not fall over or come in contact
with other utensils during the wash cycle.
Glass: Milk glasses may discolor or become yellow.
Non-stick Coatings: Apply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick surfaces after drying.
Plastics: Make sure the plasticware is dishwasher safe.
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver and Silver Plates: Load these so they do not come in contact
with other 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, cop-
per, 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 house-
hold dishware and kitchenware.
Pewter, Brass, Bronze: These items will tarnish. Hand wash and dry immediately.
Tin: Tin will stain. Hand wash and dry immediately.
Wood: Wooden bowls, wooden utensils and utensils with wooden handles can crack, warp
and lose their finish.
Loading the Dishwasher
Do not pre-wash items with loosely attached soiling. Remove all food particles, bones, toothpicks and
excessive grease. Items having burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may require some pretreatment. Refer
to the Dishware Materials section for more information about dishware suitability.
Load only dishwasher safe items into the dishwasher. Load dishes in the dishwasher racks so the insides
of bowls, pots and pans are facing the spray arms as shown. Avoid nesting and contact points between
dishes. Separate items of dissimilar metals. Use care to not block movement of the spray arms.
The sharp points and edges of knives and other sharp utensils can cause serious injuries. Load knives and
other sharp utensils with edges down. Do not allow children to handle or play near knives and sharp uten-
sils.
To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with paper products, plastic bags, packing mate-
rials or anything other than normal, dishwasher safe dishware and kitchenware.
Upper Rack
Lower Rack
Cutlery Drawer
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 into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the
upper rack spray arm 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. Load pots, pans and bowls upside down. Do not block vent with tall
baking sheets. Load these items on the right side of the dishwasher.
Loading the Cutlery Drawer
The cutlery drawer horizontally positions knives, spatulas and other oversized tools for improved cleaning
and easier loading and unloading. Arrange cutlery in cutlery drawer.
Unloading the Dishwasher
When unloading the dishwasher, it is recommended to unload the lower rack first. Next, unload the silver-
ware basket followed by the upper rack, and then the cutlery drawer. This prevents water from dripping
down onto dishware.
Note: Dishes are more likely to chip when unloading before cooling.
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Rack Features
Flip Tines
The upper and lower rack consist of tines that can be folded down
depending on what you may need to load in the rack. To fold down, grasp
grasp the folding tine and release from notch. Push folding tine downward
to desired position as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7
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The height of the upper rack can be adjusted in 3 positions to create more
space (see Figure 8).
1 Pull the empty upper rack out of the dishwasher until it stops.
2 To lower the rack, push the lever inward then upward.
3 To raise, hold the empty rack by the sides and lift up.
Cutlery Drawer
The cutlery drawer horizontally positions knives, spatulas and other
oversized tools for improved cleaning and easier loading and unloading.
Arrange cutlery in cutlery drawer as illustrated in Figure 9.
Plastic Item Clips
Light-weight plastic accessories (cups, lids, etc.) can be held securely by
the plastic item clips (see Figure 10).
Cup Shelves
The shelf and the space underneath can be used for cups or for larger
serving utensils (see Figure 11).
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Dishwasher Cycles and Options
Wash Cycles
Note: In order to save energy, it is recommended to set the "Auto Power Off" feature to "P:01" (see the
"Auto Power OFF" section of this manual).
Heavy: Best for cleaning items with baked-on food or grease. These dishes would normally require soaking.
Auto:This is the most flexible cycle. With our most complex soil sensing capability, this cycle is perfect
for use with mixed loads of dishware with varying amounts of food soil.
Eeo: Best for delicate dishes and glasses, the Eco cycle lowers temperature and cycle length to
decrease energy usage.
Normal: The Normal cycle is recommended for daily, regular, or typical use to completely wash a full load of
normally soiled dishes.
In order to obtain optimal performance with minimum energy consumption, it is recommended to disable all available features
except Auto Power OFFas noted at the start of this section.
Note 1: See footnote for additional energy test setup instructions.
Express= Cleans lightly soiled dishes and reduces overall wash time. Use this cycle to clean glasses and des-
sert dishware that may need to be reused at the same event.
Rinse: Allows you to rinse food soil off of a partial load and hold them in the dishwasher until you are
ready to run a full load.
Wash Cycle Options
Delay Start; Allows you to delay the start time of your dishwasher in one hour increments up to 24 hours.
Half Load: Can reduce water consumption when washing small, lightly soiled loads that fill approxi-
mately half of the dishwasher's capacity.
Delicate: Available only in the Heavy, Auto and Normal cycles. This option's lower temperature will
reduce the risk of cloudy glasses.
Sanitize: The Sanitize feature is available only in the Heavy, Auto and Normal cycles. Select one of these
cycles, press the "Sanitize Option" button and then press Start to activate the Sanitation features. The
sanitize LED will light when sanitation requirements are met. The technical sanitation measures may also
improve the drying results.
Note: The dishwasher automatically defaults to Auto when turned off and back on. If you used the sanitize
option in your last cycle, the dishwasher will default to Auto with the Sanitize option selected when you turn
it on.
Extra Shine®: Used in combination with a wash cycle (except Rinse), the Extra Shine ® option raises the tem-
perature and extends the drying time to further enhance drying results and provides a brilliant shine.
Note !: The Energy Guide label was based on the Normal or Regular soil sensing cycle as follows: The unit was tested without any
Rinse Aid (liquid) in the Rinse Aid chamber. A single dose of detergent was inserted into the Detergent Dispenser, with no deter-
gent being used in the prewash. The unit was not subjected to truncated testing per the definitions in the test procedure. We rec-
ommend that dish loads such as the one in the energy certification test have the rack position set in the highest position.
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Wash Cycle information
The cycle times in this Use and Care Manual are based on normal soil loads and 120°F incoming water and will
vary based on your actual conditions.
Table 3 - Wash Cycle information
cycle time 110-125 min 105-129 min 75-85 min 130-135 min 30 min 9 min
water consumption 16.7-21.9 L 11.1-20.0 L 8.3-13.2 L 8.2-16.3 L 9.5 L 4.0 L
4.3 gal 2.9-5.3 gal 2.2-3.5 gal 2.2-4.3 gal 2.5 gal 1.0 gal
wash temperature 66-71°C 53-55°C 45-50°C 50-55°C 52°C incoming
151-160°F 127-131°F 113-122°F 122-131°F 126°F incoming
ri nse tem peratu re 72°C 70-72°C 62°C 65-69°C 60°C incoming
162°F 158-162°F 144°F 149-156°F 140°F incoming
cycle time 110 min 100-105 min 70-75 min 110-115 min n/a n/a
water consumption 16.1 L 8.5-13.4 L 8.3-11.2 L 9.2-12.3 L n/a n/a
4.4 gal 2.2-3.5 gal 2.2-2.9 gal 2.4-3.2 gal
wash temperature 71°C (160°F) 55-66°C 45-50°C 55°C (131°F) n/a n/a
131-151°F 113-122°F)
rinse temperature 72°C (162°F) 70-72°C 62°C 72°C (162°F) n/a n/a
158-162°F 144°F
cycle time 85-95 min 85-95 min n/a 102-105 min n/a n/a
water consumption 16.7-21.9 L 11.1-20.0 L n/a 8.2-16.3 L n/a n/a
4.4-5.8 gal 2.9-5.3 gal 2.2-4.3 gal
55°C(131°F) 50°C(122°F) n/a 50°C(122°F) n/a n/a
60°C (140°F) 60°C (140°F) n/a 60°C (140°F) n/a n/a
wash temperature
rinse temperature
cycle time 120-145 min 120-150 min n/a 150-155 min n/a n/a
water consumption 16.7-21.9 L 11.1-20.0 L n/a 8.2-16.3 L n/a n/a
4.4-5.8 gal 2.9-5.3 gal 2.2-4.3 gal
wash tem peratu re 66-71°C 53-55°C n/a 50-55°C n/a n/a
151-160°F 127-131°F 122-131°F
rinse temperature 72°C (162°F) 72°C (162°F) n/a 72°C (162°F) n/a n/a
120-145 min 120-150 min 100-110 min 150-155 min 40 min n/a
cycle time
water consumption 16.7-21.9 L 11.1-20.0 L 8.3-13.2 L 8.2-16.3 L 9.5 L n/a
4.4-5.8 gal 2.9-5.3 gal 2.2-3.5 gal 2.2-4.3 gal 2.5 gal
wash tem peratu re 66-71°C 53-55°C 45-50°C 50-55°C 52°C n/a
151-160°F 127-131°F 113-122°F 122-131°F 126°F
rinse temperature 72°C(162°F) 72°C(162°F) 72°C(162°F) 72°C(162°F) 72°C(162°F) n/a
Note: Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of Section 6 of the NSF/ANSl Standard for
Residential Equipment for soil removal and sanitization efficacy. There is no intention, either directly or indirectly, to
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NOTE: For models with hidden controls, the door must be opened before changing settings and closed
after changing settings.
Buttons are sensitive and should be touched gently. Avoid any grease or food particles resting on the but-
tons as they could activate the dishwasher. Wiping and cleaning can also activate the dishwasher. For best
results, use bare, clean hands when touching the buttons.
To avoid risk of injury, always use caution when opening the door during or following a wash cycle as hot
water or steam may escape. Do not fully open the door until water noises have stopped and steam has
subsided.
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Start the dishwasher
1 Press the IOn/Off] button.
2 Select a cycle and desired options and press [Start].
Cancel a Cycle
1 Press and hold the [Start] button for approximately 3 seconds until the display reads "0:01".
2 Wait about 1 minute while the dishwasher drains.
3 Press the IOn/Off] button.
Interrupt a Cycle
1 Press the IOn/Off] button to turn the unit off.
2 To resume the cycle, press the IOn/Off] button.
Setting the Amount of Rinse Aid
The amount of rinse aid dispensed can be set from "r:00" to "r:06".
To change the setting:
1 Press the IOn/Off] button.
2 Hold down the "A" button (see page 14) and press [Start] until the display indicates "H:00".
3 Release both buttons.
4 Press the "A" button until the display shows "r:04".
5 Press the "C" button to select the desired setting.
"r:00" = dispenser is OFF
"r:01" = lowest setting
"r=02" = low setting
"r:03" = medium setting
"r:04" = medium/high setting
"r:05" = high setting
"r:06" = highest setting
6 Press [Start] to save the setting.
Delay Start
You can delay the start of the cycle in one hour increments up to 24 hours.
To set delay start:
1 Press the IOn/Off] button.
2 Press the [+] button until the display jumps to "h:01".
3 Press the [+] or [-] button until the displayed time corresponds with your requirements.
h:01 = 1 hour delay
h:24 = 24 hour delay
4 Press [Start] to activate delay start.
To cancel delay start:
1 Press the [+] or [-] button until "h:00" is indicated on the digital display.
2 Press and hold [Start] for 3 seconds to cancel the cycle. You may now start a new cycle.
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Auto Power Off
To save energy, the dishwasher is turned off 1 minute after the wash cycle ends. Auto Power Off can be
adjusted from P:O0 to P:02.
To change the setting:
1 Press the [On/Off] button.
2 Hold down the "A" button (see page 14) and press [Start] until the display indicates "H:0x" (x can
be any number).
3 Release both buttons.
4 Press the "A" button until the display indicates "P:0x".
5 Press the "C" button until the display corresponds with your requirements.
P:00 = dishwasher does not turn off automatically
P:01 = dishwasher turns off automatically after 1 minute
P:02 = dishwasher turns off automatically after 120 minutes (2 hours)
6 Press [Start] to save the setting.
InfoLight ® (model dependent)
An LED illuminates the floor to indicate the unit is running. If the appliance is installed at eye-level, the
LED is not visible.
To change the setting:
1 Press the IOn/Off] button.
2 Hold down the "A" button (see page 14) and press [Start] until the display indicates "H:00".
3 Release both buttons.
4 Press the "A" button until the display shows "1:01".
5 Press the "C" button to switch between "1:01" = ON and "1:00" = OFF and press [Start] to save.
Aquastop ® Leak Protection
Our AquaStop ® system contains leaks through a precisely engineered tub and sensor system that works
with our solid molded base. If a leak has occurred, it shuts down operation and automatically pumps
out water to avoid contact with the floor. It works 24/7 and can turn itself on.
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Care and Maintenance
A regular inspection and maintenance of your machine will help to prevent faults. This saves time and
prevents future problems.
Overall condition of the machine
Never use a steam cleaner to clean your dishwasher. The manufacturer is not responsible for any con-
sequential damage.
Regularly wipe the front of the appliance with a damp cloth - water and a small amount of liquid soap is
adequate. Do not use sponges with a rough surface or abrasive detergents, as these could scratch the
s u rfaces.
Stainless steel appliances: To prevent corrosion, avoid using sponge cloths or chlorine based cleaners.
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 agent is full and functioning
properly.
Use caution when removing parts for cleaning as some debris may be sharp.
Filters
The filter system consists of a coarse filter, a flat fine filter and a micro fil-
ter. The filters keep large foreign objects in the rinsing water away from the
pump. Foreign objects may occasionally block the filters.
Check the filters for residue by:
• Unscrew the filter cylinder as illustrated in Figures 12-13 and take out the
filter system.
• Remove any residue and clean filters under running water.
• Reinstall filter system in reverse sequence and ensure that the arrow
marks are facing each other after locking it into place.
Figure 12
Figure 13
Spray Arms
Check spray arms for grease and limescale deposits.
If you find such deposits:
, Fill detergent dispenser with detergent and
start the appliance without utensils in the
cycle with the highest rinsing temperature
(see wash cycle information table).
, Clean the appliance with detergents/appli-
ance cleaners which are particularly suitable
for use with dishwashers.
, Unscrew the spray arms and inspect as shown
in Figure 14.
Figure 14
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Waste water pump
Large food remnants in the rinsing water not retained by the filters may
block the waste water pump. The rinsing water does not get pumped out
and covers the filters.
In this case:
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Remove the filters.
• Scoop out standing water- use a sponge if necessary.
• Using a spoon, pry off the pump cover (see Figures ::1.5-16) until it clicks .............................
then grip the cover and pull upward until it resists and then pull forward.
• Check inner compartment and remove any foreign objects.
• Place cover in the original position, press down and engage.
• Reinstall filters.
Figure 15
Figure 16
NOTICE
Preparing your Dishwasher for Vacation
Before leaving for vacation during warmer weather, besides turning off the main valve, also turn off wa-
ter supply at the nearest point to the dishwasher. During colder weather, please follow the instructions
for winterizing your unit below.
NOTICE
Winterizing your Dishwasher
If your dishwasher will be unused for an extended period of time in a location that experiences freezing
temperatures (holiday home or through a vacation period), have your dishwasher winterized by a pro-
fessional servicer.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Dishwashers 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.
Dishwasher
does not
start
1. Door may not be properly latched.
2. Unit may not be turned on.
3. Unit not reset or previous cycle not com-
pleted.
4. Delay start engaged.
5. Interruption of electrical power supply to
dishwasher or blown fuse.
6. The door may have been closed without
first selecting a cycle.
7. Water supply may not be turned on.
1. Shut the door completely.
2. Press the main power switch to turn unit
on.
3. To reset, refer to "Operating the Dish-
washer" in this manual.
4. To reset, refer to "Delay Start" section in
this manual.
5. Check circuit breaker.
6. Select a cycle and press start.
7. Check and turn on water supply.
Dishwasher
beeping
(end of cycle
signal)
1.Default factory settings alert the customer
that the cycle is complete by beeping. This
feature can be deactivated if so desired.
2. Water connection is lost.
1. To adjust the volume or deactivate, refer to
the "Cycle Completion Signal" section in this
manual.
2. Check and turn on water supply.
Display does
not illumi-
nate or con-
sole lights
are not on
1. A fuse may have been blown or circuit
breaker tripped.
2. Door not closed or latched.
1. Check the fuse or circuit breaker box and
replace the fuse or reset the breaker if neces-
sary.
2. Ensure door is properly latched and com-
pletely closed.
Dishwasher
seems to run
a long time
1. Incoming water is not warm enough.
2. Cycle time can vary due to soil and water
conditions.
3. Rinse aid dispenser is empty.
4. Dishwasher connected to cold water sup-
ply.
Note: Refer to "Wash Cycle information" sec-
tion in this manual for typical cycle lengths.
1. Before starting a cycle, run hot water fau-
cet at the sink closest to the dishwasher.
2. Sensors in the dishwasher automatically
increase the cycle time to ensure a good
wash when heavy soil is detected.
3. Add rinse aid.
4. Verify dishwasher is connected to hot
water supply plumbing.
Dishes are
not getting
clean
enough
1. Spray arm movement obstructed.
2. Spray arm nozzles clogged.
3. Improper use of detergents.
4. Filters could be clogged.
5. Dishes are nested or loaded too close
together.
6. Selected wash cycle is not suitable for
food soil conditions.
1. Ensure that spray arm movement is not
blocked by hand rotating spray arms before
starting cycle.
2. Remove the spray arms and clean accord-
ing to the "Care and Maintenance" section of
the manual.
3. Increase or decrease detergent depending
on the water hardness (refer to Table 1).
4. Clean the filters according to the "Care and
Maintenance" section of the manual.
5. Rearrange load such that water spray can
reach all items in the dishwasher- see "Load-
ing the Dishwasher" section of the manual.
6. Refer to "Wash Cycle Information" section
of the manual.
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Dishes are
not getting
dry enough
1. Rinse aid dispenser is empty.
2. Improper loading of dishes.
3. Selected cycle does not include drying.
Note: Plastic or Teflon do not typically dry as
well as other items due to their inherent
properties.
1. Add rinse aid - the use of rinse aid
improves drying.
2. Rearrange load to ensure items are not
nesting (see "Loading the Dishwasher" sec-
tion of the manual).
3. Rinse and Hold setting does not include
drying.
Note: Sanitize option and Intensive Drying
feature also improve drying performance.
Odor
Note: Water
testing is
done in the
factory.
Occasionally
water may
still appear
in the dish-
washer at
purchase
which may
create an
odor.
1. Food debris is present at the bottom of
the dishwasher.
2. Food particles are present near the door
seal.
3. Dishes left in unit too long before running
a cycle.
4. Residual water is present at the bottom of
the dishwasher.
5. Drain hose is obstructed.
1. Remove the filters and clean according to
the "Care and Maintenance" section of the
manual.
2. Refer to "Care and Maintenance" section of the
manual.
3. Run a Rinse cycle if you do not intend to
immediately wash the dishes.
4. Ensure the unit has completely drained
from the last cycle.
5. Remove any obstructions from the drain
hose by calling qualified personnel.
Note: If odor still persists, run the Normal
cycle until it flushes and interrupt the cycle
and place an 8 oz. cup of distilled white vine-
gar solution on the upper rack and then finish
the cycle.
Dishwasher
not filling
with water
1. Restriction in the water supply system.
2. Previous wash cycle was not completed.
3. Delay start is active.
1. Ensure that the water supply valve (typi-
cally located under kitchen sink) is open and
check that the water supply line has no kinks
or clogs.
2. Refer to the "Operating the Dishwasher"
section of the manual.
3. Cancel the delay start or wait until delay
start time completes.
Water leaks 1. Suds.
2. Door seal could be pulled away from
track.
3. Condensation vent is blocked.
4. Improper installation.
1. Wrong type of detergent results in suds and
leaks - use only dishwasher detergents. If suds
still persist, add one tablespoon of vegetable oil
at the bottom of the dishwasher and run the
desired cycle.
2. Ensure the door seal is in the track.
3. Ensure that condensation vent is not blocked.
4. Have proper installation verified by qualified
personnel (water supply, drain system, leveling,
plumbing).
Tub stains 1. Concentrated lemon juice can reduce the
build up of hard water stains. Run a Normal
cycle until it flushes and interrupt the cycle
and then place an 8 oz. cup of the concen-
trated lemon solution on the upper rack and
finish the cycle. This can be done periodically
to avoid build up.
2. Ensure that silverware does not make con-
tact with the tub while running a cycle.
1. Stains on the dishwasher interior are due
to water hardness.
2. Silverware in contact with tub.
2O
Streaks on 1. Incorrect rinse agent setting. 1. Depending on the hardness of water,
glassware or adjust the rinse agent dispenser. Refer to
residue on "Dishwasher Setup" section in the manual.
the dishes
Fascia panel 1. Abrasive cleaner used.
discolored
or marked
1. Use mild detergents with soft damp cloth.
Noise dur-
ing wash
cycle
Detergent
dispenser
cover will
not shut
1. Dishes may not be arranged properly.
1. Improper operation of detergent cover.
2. Previous cycle has not finished and should
be interrupted or cancelled.
1. Water circulation sound is normal, but if you
suspect items are banging into each other or into
the spray arms, refer to the "Loading the Dish-
washer" section of the manual for optimal
arrangement.
1. Refer to "Detergent" section of the manual
for instructions on opening and closing the
dispenser.
2. Refer to the "Operating the Dishwasher"
section of the manual.
Unable to 1. Previous cycle has not finished. 1. Refer to the "Operating the Dishwasher"
select section of the manual.
desired
cycle
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Customer Service
Your Bosch ® dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in the Care and Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual. If you are having a problem with your dishwasher, before calling for service please refer to
the Troubleshooting Guide section of the manual. If service is necessary, contact your dealer or installer or an
authorized service center. Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Any work performed by unauthor-
ized personnel may void the warranty.
If you are having a problem with your Bosch ® dishwasher and are not pleased with the service you have
received, please take the following steps until the problem is corrected to your satisfaction:
1 Call us at 1-800-944-2904
2 Contact Customer Service from our web site:
www.bosch-home.com/us or www.bosch-home.ca
3 Contact your installer or the Bosch Authorized Service Contractor in your area.
4 Write us:
BSH Home Appliances Corporation
1901 Main Street
Irvine, CA 92614
Please be sure to include your model information as well as an explanation of the problem and the date it started.
You will find the model and serial number information on the label located on the edge of the dishwasher door.
Please make a copy of your invoice and keep it with this manual. Customer Service may need to verify purchase
date for warranty purposes.
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STATEMENT OF LiMiTED PRODUCT WARRANTY
What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to: The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances ("Bosch") in this Statement of Lim-
ited Product Warranty applies only to the Bosch appliance sold to you, the first using purchaser, provided that the Product was purchased:
• For your normal, household use, and has in fact at all times only been used for normal household purposes.
• New at retail (not a display, "as is", or previously returned model), and not for resale.
• Commercial Use such as office space, multi-housing properties (apartments, time-shares, etc.), and Hotel/Motel suites. (Any type of indus-
trial/restaurant use is not covered).
• Within the United States or Canada, and has at all times remained within the country of original purchase.
The warranties stated herein apply only to the first purchaser of the Product and are not transferable. Please make sure to return your regis-
tration card; while not necessary to effectuate warranty coverage, it is the best way for Bosch to notify you in the unlikely event of a safety
notice or product recall.
How Long the Warranty Lasts: Bosch warrants that the Product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three hun-
dred and sixty-five (365) days from the date of purchase. The foregoing timeline begins to run upon the date of purchase, and shall not be
stalled, tolled, extended, or suspended, for any reason whatsoever. This Product is also warranted to be free from cosmetic defects in mate-
rial and workmanship (such as scratches of stainless steel, paint/porcelain blemishes, chip, dents, or other damage to the finish of the Prod-
uct), for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of purchase or closing date for new construction. This cosmetic warranty excludes slight
color variations due to inherent differences in painted and porcelain parts, as well as differences caused by kitchen lighting, product location,
or other similar factors. This cosmetic warranty specifically excludes any display, floor, "As Is", or "B" stock appliances.
Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy: During this warranty period, Bosch or one of its authorized service providers will repair your
Product without charge to you (subject to certain limitations stated herein) if your Product proves to have been manufactured with a defect
in materials or workmanship. If reasonable attempts to repair the Product have been made without success, then Bosch will replace your
Product (upgraded models may be available to you, in Bosch's sole discretion, for an additional charge). All removed parts and components
shall become the property of Bosch at its sole option. All replaced and/or repaired parts shall assume the identity of the original part for pur-
poses of this warranty and this warranty shall not be extended with respect to such parts. Bosch's sole liability and responsibility hereunder
is to repair manufacturer-defective Product only, using a Bosch authorized service provider during normal business hours. For safety and
property damage concerns, Bosch highly recommends that you do not attempt to repair the Product yourself, or use an un-authorized ser-
vicer; Bosch will have no responsibility or liability for repairs or work performed by a non-authorized servicer. If you choose to have someone
other than an authorized service provider work on your Product, THIS WARRANTY WILL AUTOMATICALLY BECOME NULL AND VOID. Autho-
rized service providers are those persons or companies that have been specially trained on Bosch products, and who possess, in Bosch's
opinion, a superior reputation for customer service and technical ability (note that they are independent entities and are not agents, partners,
affiliates or representatives of Bosch). Notwithstanding the foregoing, Bosch will not incur any liability, or have responsibility, for the Product
if it is located in a remote area (more than 100 miles from an authorized service provider) or is reasonably inaccessible, hazardous, threaten-
ing, or treacherous locale, surroundings, or environment; in any such event, if you request, Bosch would still pay for labor and parts and ship
the parts to the nearest authorized service provider, but you would still be fully liable and responsible for any travel time or other special
charges by the service company, assuming they agree to make the service call.
Out of Warranty Product: Bosch is under no obligation, at law or otherwise, to provide you with any concessions, including repairs, prorates,
or Product replacement, once this warranty has expired.
Warranty Exclusions: The warranty coverage described herein excludes all defects or damage that are not the direct fault of Bosch, including
without limitation, one or more of the following:
• Use of the Product in anything other than its normal, customary and intended manner (including without limitation, use or storage of an
indoor product outdoors, use of the Product in conjunction with air or water-going vessels).
• Any party's willful misconduct, negligence, misuse, abuse, accidents, neglect, improper operation, failure to maintain, improper or negligent
installation, tampering, failure to follow operating instructions, mishandling, unauthorized service (including self performed "fixing" or
exploration of the appliance's internal workings).
• Adjustment, alteration or modification of any kind.
• A failure to comply with any applicable state, local, city, or county electrical, plumbing and/or building codes, regulations, or laws, including
failure to install the product in strict conformity with local fire and building codes and regulations.
• Ordinary wear and tear, spills of food, liquid, grease accumulations, or other substances that accumulate on, in, or around the Product.
• Any external, elemental and/or environmental forces and factors, including without limitation, rain, wind, sand, floods, fires, mud slides,
freezing temperatures, excessive moisture or extended exposure to humidity, lightning, power surges, structural failures surrounding the
appliance, and acts of God.
In no event shall Bosch have any liability or responsibility whatsoever for damage to surrounding property, including cabinetry, floors, ceil-
ings, and other structures or objects around the Product. Also excluded from this warranty are Products on which the serial numbers have
been altered, defaced, or removed; service visits to teach you how to use the Product, or visits where there is nothing wrong with the Prod-
uct; correction of installation problems (you are solely responsible for any structure and setting for the Product, including all electrical,
plumbing or other connecting facilities, for proper foundation/flooring, and for any alterations including without limitation cabinetry, walls,
floors, shelving, etc.); and resetting of breakers or fuses.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY SETS OUT YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCT, WHETHER THE
CLAIM ARISES IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING STRICT LIABILITY, OR NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ANY WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW, WHETHER FOR MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE, SHALL BE EFFECTIVE ONLY FOR THE PERIOD THAT THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WAR-
RANTY IS EFFECTIVE. IN NO EVENT WILL THE MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT,
"BUSINESS LOSS", AND/OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR EXPENSES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION TIME AWAY FROM WORK,
HOTELS AND/OR RESTAURANT MEALS, REMODELLING EXPENSES IN EXCESS OF DIRECT DAMAGES WHICH ARE DEFINITIVELY CAUSED
EXCLUSIVELY BY BOSCH, OR OTHERWISE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES, AND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITA-
TIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
No attempt to alter, modify or amend this warranty shall be effective unless authorized in writing by an officer of BSH.
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BSH reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in
Canada. BSH is not responsible for products which are transported from the United States for use in Canada.
Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer.
BSH se r_serve le droit de modifier les donn_es techniques ou le design sans pr_avis. Certains modules sont
certifies pour une utilisation au Canada. BSH n'est pas responsable pour les produits transport_s des Etats-
Unis pour une utilisation au Canada. V_rifier aupr_s d'un marchand ou distributeur canadien.
BSH Home Appliances Corporation
1901 Main Street
Irvine, CA 92614
9000981756 (9501)
