Bosh SHS63VL5UC Instructions Manual

Operating the Dishwasher  en-us
31 To change the setting:
1.Press the On/Off button (.2.Hold down the function key # 
and press the Start button P 
until the display 8 indicates 
š:‹x (x can be any number).
3.Release both buttons.4.Press the function key # until 
the display 8 indicates ˜:‹x.
5.Press the function key 3 until 
the display corresponds with your 
requirements.
6.Press the Start button P.
Switching off the appliance
Short time after the end of the wash 
cycle:
1.Open the door.2.Switch off...

en-us   Operating the Dishwasher
32
Changing the wash cycle
When the Start button ( 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).
InfoLight® *
While the wash cycle is running, a 
light spot shines on the floor under 
the appliance door.  
Do not open the appliance door until 
the light point is no longer visible on 
the floor.  
If the appliance door is not 
completely closed, the light spot 
flashes*.  
If the...

Care and Maintenance  en-us
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2  Care  and 
Maintenance
C a r e   a n d   M a i n t e n a n c eA regular inspection and 
maintenance of your machine will 
help to prevent faults. This saves time 
and prevents future problems.
Overall condition of the 
dishwasher
NOTICE
■Never use a steam cleaner to 
clean your dishwasher. The 
manufacturer is not liable for any 
resulting damage.
■Regularly wipe the front of the 
appliance with a damp cloth - 
water and a small amount of 
liquid soap is adequate. Do not...

en-us   Care and Maintenance
34 Cleaning intervals
The filter system 1Z 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...

Care and Maintenance  en-us
35
Spray arms
Check spray arms 12, 1J for 
grease and limescale deposits. If you 
find such deposits:
■Fill detergent dispenser 9* with 
detergent and start the appliance 
without utensils in the cycle with 
the highest rinsing temperature. 
~ Wash Cycle Information 
on page 27
■Clean the appliance with 
detergents/appliance cleaners 
which are particularly suitable for 
use with dishwashers.
■Unscrew the upper spray arm 
12 and pull off the lower spray 
1J arm as shown....

en-us   Care and Maintenance
36
Preparing your unit for 
vacation
NOTICE
Before leaving for vacation during 
warmer weather, besides turning off 
the main valve, also turn off water 
supply at the nearest point to the 
dishwasher. During colder weather, 
please follow the instructions for 
winterizing your unit below.
Winterizing your unit
NOTICE
If your dishwasher will be unused for 
a period of time in a location that 
experiences freezing temperatures 
(holiday home or through a vacation 
period),...

Troubleshooting  en-us
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3  Troubleshooting
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n gDishwashers 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.
ProblemCauseAction
Dishwasher 
does not start
Door may not be properly latched. Shut the door completely until you hear a 
click.
Dishwasher may not be turned on. Press the main power switch ( to turn 
dishwasher...

en-us   Troubleshooting
38Dishwasher 
seems to run a 
long time
Incoming water is not warm 
enough.Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet 
at the sink closest to the dishwasher.
Cycle time can vary due to soil and 
water conditions.Sensors in the dishwasher automatically 
increase the cycle time to ensure a good 
wash when heavy soil is detected.
Rinse aid dispenser 9 is empty, 
or rinse aid setting has been set to 
“0”. Add rinse aid, or change rinse aid setting.
Dishwasher connected to cold...

Troubleshooting  en-us
39 Odor
Note: Water 
testing is done 
in the factory. 
Occasionally 
water may still 
appear in 
dishwasher at 
purchase which 
may create an 
odor.
Food debris is present at the 
bottom of the dishwasher.Remove the filters and clean them. 
~ Care and Maintenance on page 33
Food particles are present near the 
door seal.~ Care and Maintenance on page 33
Residual water is present at the 
bottom of the dishwasher.Ensure the dishwasher has completely 
drained from the last cycle....

en-us   Troubleshooting
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Tub stainsStains on the dishwasher interior 
are due to water hardness.Concentrated lemon juice can reduce the 
build-up of hard water stains. Run 
Normal/Regular cycle until it flushes and 
interrupt the cycle and then place an 8 oz. 
cup of the concentrated lemon solution on 
the upper rack and finish the cycle. This can 
be done periodically to avoid build-up.
Silverware in contact with tub. Ensure that silverware does not make 
contact with the tub while running a...