Bosh SHS63VL5UC Instructions Manual
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Getting Started en-us 11 The numbers stated below refer to the overview images on the previous page of this manual. Operating panel **number of wash cycles and options varies on specific model number Dishwasher interior components * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher. 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 #, + and 3 to change the settings. -------- (On/Off button 0Wash cycles** 8Digital display @Time preselection HWash cycle options** PStart button 1Interior light * 1*Upper rack 12Upper spray arm 1:Detergent tab tray 1BVent hole 1JLower spray arm 1RDispenser for special salt 1ZFilters 1bSilverware basket * 1jLower rack9Rinse aid dispenser 9*Detergent dispenser 92Lock for detergent dispenser 9:Rating plate ‹:‹‹ Cycle time remaining Add Rinse Aid Lights up when rinse aid is low Sanitize Lights up when sanitation requirements are met Clean Lights up when dishes are clean SettingFactory settingDescription § Rinse aid §:‹‹ - §:‹‡ §:‹†Amount of rinse aid affects drying. When using Multitabs, select setting 0. š Intensive drying* š:‹‹ - š:‹‚š:‹‹ / OffImproved drying for glasses and plasticware. › Cycle completion signal* ›:‹‹ - ›:‹„›:‹ƒ Signal sounds when wash cycle is complete. ‚ Info light* ‚:‹‹ - ‚:‹‚‚:‹‚ / OnLight is projected to signal an active wash cycle. ˜ Auto power off ˜:‹‹ - ˜:‹ƒ˜:‹‚Dishwasher switches off automatically after wash cycle is complete. * depending on the features of your dishwasher
en-us Rinse Aid 12 , Rinse Aid R i n s e A i dTo 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 on the display 8. If this indicator lights up, you need to refill the rinse aid dispenser 9 by following the directions below. Adding rinse aid NOTICE To avoid oversudsing or clogging, do not overfill the rinse aid dispenser 9. Wipe up any spills with a damp cloth. 1.Open the rinse aid dispenser 9 by pressing on the latch of the lid and pull it open. 2.Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser 9 until it is full. Do not overfill. 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. NOTICE Do not fill the rinse aid dispenser 9 with detergent. Doing so will damage the dishwasher. 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). SettingAmount §:‹‹dispenser is OFF §:‹‚lowest setting §:‹ƒlow setting PD[
Loading the Dishwasher en-us 13 1.Open the door.2.Press the On/Off button (.3.Hold down the function key # and press the Start button P until the display 8 indicates š:‹x (x can be any number). Release both buttons. 4.Press the function key # until the display 8 shows §:‹†. 5.Press the function key 3 to select the desired setting. 6.Press the Start button P 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. NOTICE Using no rinse aid or setting the dispenser to §:‹‹ may result in longer cycle times consuming more energy and water. The higher temperatures and longer cycle times can damage fine china or glassware. - Loading the Dishwasher L o a d i n g t h e D i s h w a s h e rDishware 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. §:‹„medium setting §:‹…medium/high setting §:‹†high setting §:‹‡highest setting SettingAmount Recommended AluminumColored 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, StonewareSome hand-painted utensils may discolor, fade or spot. Hand wash these utensils. Position fragile glassware so that it will not topple over or come in contact with other utensils during the wash cycle. GlassMilk glass may discolor or become yellow. Non-stick CoatingsApply a light coating of vegetable oil to non-stick surfaces after drying. PlasticsMake sure the plasticware is dishwasher-safe. Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver and Silver PlatesLoad these so they do not come in contact with other metals, stainless steel dishwasher tub walls or the inner door.
en-us Loading the Dishwasher 14 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. NOTICE To avoid dishwasher damage, do not load the dishwasher with paper products, plastic bags, packing materials or anything other than normal, dishwasher safe dishware and kitchenware. 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 1* into the dishwasher, push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the upper rack spray arm 12 connects to the water supply at the back of the tub. Do not push racks in using the door. Not Recommended AcrylicCrazing or small cracks throughout the acrylic, may occur. Adhesive- Joined PiecesAdhesives that join materials such as plastic, wood, bone, steel, copper, tin, etc. may loosen. Bone-Handled UtensilsHandles may separate. IronIron will rust. Hand wash and dry immediately. Non-Dishware ItemsYour dishwasher is intended for use in cleaning ONLY standard household dishware and kitchenware. Pewter, Brass, BronzeThese items will tarnish. Hand wash and dry immediately. TinTin will stain. Hand wash and dry immediately. WoodWooden bowls, wooden utensils and utensils with wooden handles can crack, warp and lose their finish.
Loading the Dishwasher en-us 15 Loading the lower rack Place large items in the lower rack 1j. Load pots, pans and bowls upside down. Do not block the vent hole 1B with tall baking sheets. Load these items on the right side of the dishwasher. Recommended loading pattern 12 place setting Lower rack 1j Upper rack 1* Note: Folding the cup shelves down will allow the cups to sit at an increased angle and reduce water pooling on cup bottoms.10 place setting Lower rack 1j Upper rack 1* Note: Folding the cup shelves down will allow the cups to sit at an increased angle and reduce water pooling on cup bottoms.
en-us Loading the Dishwasher 16 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. 9WARNING RISK OF INJURY! The sharp points and edges of knives and other sharp utensils can cause serious injury. Load knives and other sharp utensils with edges down. Do not allow children to handle or play near knives and sharp utensils. Long silverware basket* Note: The silverware basket lid may also be folded downward in order to leave the basket open. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher.The Double Flex silverware basket * This basket splits along its length, resulting in two halves that may be placed in a variety of positions in the lower rack 1j, greatly increasing the lower rack’s loading versatility. The basket snaps together either side by side or back to back. To split the Double Flex silverware basket: Grasp the basket and slide the two halves in opposite directions and then pull the two halves apart. Side by side Back to back To assemble the Double Flex silverware basket: Hold the two halves side by side or back to back, so that the tab on one basket can slip into the notch on the other basket. Push the two halves in opposite directions until they click.
Loading the Dishwasher en-us 17 Note: The silverware basket lid may also be folded downward in order to leave the basket open. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher. Suggested loading patterns Long silverware basketDouble Flex silverware basket Unloading the dishwasher When unloading the dishwasher, to prevent water from dripping onto dry dishes, unload the lower rack 1j first. Next, unload the silverware basket 1b followed by the upper rack 1*, and then the third rack (if equipped). Note: Dishes are more likely to chip when unloading before cooling. Adjusting the height of the rack * A d j u s t i n g t h e h e i g h t o f t h e r a c kIf required, the height of the upper rack 1* can be adjusted to create more space for taller utensils either in the upper or lower rack. 1 Salad fork 2 Teaspoon 3 Dinner fork 4 Knife 5 Tablespoon 6 Serving spoon 7 Serving fork With silverware basketUpper rackLower rack Setting 1 max. ø9.4 in (24 cm)13.4 in (34 cm) Setting 2 max. ø10.4 in (26.5 cm)12 in (30.5 cm) Setting 3 max. ø11.4 in (29 cm)11 in (28 cm)
en-us Loading the Dishwasher 18 Arrange large plates up to a diameter of 13.4 in (34 cm) in the lower basket 1j as illustrated. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher. RackMatic®* The height of the upper rack 1* 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. Note: Check spray arm for clearance after adjustment. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher. Manually adjustable upper rack* 1.Remove the empty upper rack 1* by pulling it out of the dishwasher until it can be lifted upward as shown in left image. 2.Pull the rack up and out until the rollers are completely free of the roller guides. 3.Reinsert the upper rack with the other set of rollers on the roller guides as shown in right image. Note: This feature is available for racks with 5 wheels per side, not racks with 3 wheels per side. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher With third rackUpper rackLower rack Setting 1 max. ø7 in (18 cm)13.4 in (34 cm) Setting 2 max. ø8 in (20.5 cm)12 in (30.5 cm) Setting 3 max. ø9 in (23 cm)11 in (28 cm)
Loading the Dishwasher en-us 19 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 1* 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. * optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher. &/,&.
en-us Loading the Dishwasher 20 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 1j even with the upper rack 1* in the raised position, remove the empty upper rack 1* 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 1* 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. &/,&. $ $ % &