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Bosch DISHWASHER Operating Instructions Manual

Problem

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 dish-

washer

5. Drain hose is obstructed

Dishwasher not

1. Restriction in the water supply system

filling with

2. Previous wash cycle was not completed

water

3. Delay start is active

Water leaks

1. Suds

2. Door seal could be pulled away from track

3. Condensation vent is blocked

4. Improper installation

Tub stains

1. Stains on the dishwasher interior are due to water hard-

ness

2. Silverware in contact with tub

Streaks on glass-

1. Incorrect rinse agent setting

ware or residue

on the dishes

Fascia panel dis-

1. Abrasive cleaner used

colored or

marked

Noise during

1. Dishes may not be arranged properly

wash cycle

Detergent dis-

1. Improper operation of detergent cover

penser cover

2. Previous cycle has not been finished or rest or cycle or

will not shut

interrupted

Unable to select

1. Previous cycle has not finished

desired cycle

Cause

Action

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 and Hold cycle if you do not intend to imme-

diately 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/Regular cycle

until it flushes and interrupt the cycle and place an 8oz.

cup of distilled white vinegar solution on the top rack and

then finish the cycle.

1. Ensure that the water supply valve (typically located

under kitchen sink) is open and check that the water sup-

ply 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 com-

pletes

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 dish-

washer 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)

1. Concentrated lemon juice can reduce the build up of

hard water stains. Run a Regular cycle until it flushes and

interrupt the cycle and then place an 8oz. cup of the con-

centrated lemon solution on the top rack and finish the

cycle. this can be done periodically to avoid build up.

2. Ensure that silverware does not make contact with the

tub while running a cycle.

1. Depending on the hardness of water, adjust the rinse

agent dispenser. Refer to "Adding detergent and rinse

agent" section in the manual

1. Use mild detergents with soft damp cloth

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 dishwasher" section of the manual

for optimal arrangement.

1. Refer to "Adding detergent and rinse agent" section of

the manual for instructions on opening and closing the

dispenser

2. Refer to the "operating the dishwasher" section of the

manual

1. Refer to the "Operating the Dishwasher" section of the

manual