Bosch 300 Series Use And Care Manual
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- Page 1 Dishwasher SGV43B53UC [en-us] Use and Care Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
en-us Table of contents 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY 9.2 Setting the water INSTRUCTIONS.... 4 softening system.... 19 1.1 Safety definitions.... 4 9.3 Special Dishwasher Salt .. 20 1.2 General information.... 4 9.4 Switching off the water 1.3 Intended use ...... 5 softening system.... 20 1.4 Restrictive Use..... 5 10 Rinse aid system .... - Page 3 en-us 14 Basic settings.... 30 21 STATEMENT OF LIMITED PRODUCT 14.1 Overview of the basic WARRANTY...... 54 settings ...... 30 21.1 What this warranty 14.2 Changing the basic covers & Who it applies settings ...... 32 to ........ 54 15 Home Connect®...
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions carefully before use. These precautions will reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire and injury to persons. When using kitchen appliances, basic safety precautions must be followed including those in the following pages. -
Page 5: Intended Use
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ¡ Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of un- qualified service technicians or non-original parts. All repairs must be performed by an authorized service provider using only original equip- ment factory replacement parts. -
Page 6: Safe Use
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor. Check with a qualified electrician or authorized service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. 1.6 Safe use Follow these safety instructions when using the appliance. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury, observe the following. - Page 7 en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid risk of injury, when loading items to be washed, observe the fol- lowing. 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 ▶...
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Page 8: Risk To Children
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1.7 Risk to children Follow these safety instructions if there are children in your home. WARNING To reduce risk of injury to children, observe the following. Do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. ▶... -
Page 9: Preventing Material
Preventing material damage en-us 2 Preventing material 3 Environmental Preventing material damage Environmental protection and energy-saving damage protection and energy-saving Preventing material damage NOTICE: Environmental protection and energy-saving Harsh chemicals such as bleach- 3.1 Saving energy based products can damage your dishwasher. If you follow these instructions, Do not use harsh chemicals ▶... -
Page 10: Appliance
en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 4 Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 4.1 Appliance Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD number → Page 53 . You will need this data to contact Cus- tomer service → ... -
Page 11: Controls
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the dish- ware in the lower rack. If the dishware has not been washed properly, clean the spray arms. → "Cleaning the spray arms", Page 38 Detergent tab collecting During the wash cycle, detergent tabs tray automatically drop out of the detergent... - Page 12 en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance ON/OFF button and reset Switching on the appliance button → Page 27 Switching off the appliance Terminating the wash cycle → Page 28 Cycle buttons Cycles → Page 13 Special salt refill indicator Water softening system Rinse aid refill indicator Rinse aid system → ...
- Page 13 Dishwasher Cycles en-us 5 Dishwasher Cycles Dishwasher Cycles Below is an overview of the different cycles available on your dish- Dishwasher Cycles washer. The running time may vary depending on the cycle selected. The running time depends on the water temperature, the quantity of dishware, the level of dirt and the option selected.
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Page 14: Energy Guide
en-us Dishwasher Cycles Cycle Purpose Cycle sequence Usage 1) Hour/min. 2) Electrical/ 3) Water/gal Rinse Dishware: Cold rinsing: ¡ 1) 0:09 ¡ Cleaning all ¡ Pre-rinse ¡ 2) 0.050 types of dish- ¡ 3) 1.2 ware. Level of Soiling: ¡ Cold rinsing, in- termediate cleaning. -
Page 15: Features
Options en-us a The selected cycle and option Option will flash. and maintained a The Favorite button flashes. for an extra-long a The program combination is period. saved. ¡ Especially suit- able for cleaning Tip: To reset the cycle, either use chopping boards the Home Connect app or reset or baby bottles. -
Page 16: Upper Rack
en-us Features Raise or lower the rack evenly 7.1 Upper rack to the right level. Arrange cups, glasses and small items of dishware in the upper rack. Check that the rack is level on both sides. Release the levers. a The rack clicks into position. Knife shelf Slide the rack in. -
Page 17: Silverware Basket
Features en-us 7.4 Cup shelf Use the cup shelf and the space underneath for small cups and glasses or for large items of silver- ware, e.g. cooking spoons or serving cutlery. 7.3 Silverware Basket Arrange the silverware in the sil- verware basket, ensuring that the items are not nestled together and with the sharp points down. -
Page 18: Knife Shelf
en-us Before using for the first time Push the lever forward 7.6 Knife Shelf fold down the tines . Use the shelf for knives or other long utensils. To use the tines again, fold them back up. a The tines click into position. 7.7 Rack heights Set the racks at the right height. -
Page 19: Water Softening System
Water softening system en-us To ensure good dishwashing re- 9 Water softening Water softening system sults, you can treat the water with system special salt and the water soften- ing system. To avoid damage to the appliance, water with a hard- Hard water leaves limescale on Water softening system ness above 9 °E must be soft- dishware as well as the washing... -
Page 20: Special Dishwasher Salt
en-us Water softening system To save the settings, press Note: Only use special salt for 3 seconds. specified for dishwashers. Do not use salt tablets. Do not use table salt. 9.3 Special Dishwasher Add the special dishwasher salt Salt to the dispenser. You can use special dishwasher salt to soften the water. -
Page 21: Rinse Aid
Rinse aid system en-us ¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. Add rinse aid up to the max You can omit special salt. mark. Press . To open the basic settings, press for 3 seconds. a The display shows Hxx. a The display shows ... -
Page 22: Switching The Rinse Aid System Off
en-us Detergent agents are generally used to re- 10.3 Switching the rinse move colored stains, e.g. tea or aid system off ketchup. Note: Follow the manufacturer's If you choose not to use rinse aid, instructions for each detergent. you can turn the rinse aid system off. -
Page 23: Incompatible Detergents
Detergent en-us ¡ To prevent sticking, only touch 11.2 Incompatible detergents in a water-soluble detergents pouch with dry hands and only ever place them in a dry deter- Do not use a detergent which is gent dispenser. not designated for dishwasher use ¡... -
Page 24: Detergent Table
en-us Dishware Close the lid of the detergent 12.1 Damage to glass and dispenser. dishware Only put glasses and china in the dishwasher if they are labeled dishwasher-safe. Avoid damage to glass and dishware. Cause Recommenda- tion The following Only put dishes types of dishes in the dish- a The lid clicks into position. -
Page 25: Loading Dishware
Dishware en-us and the appliance. The noise level Cause Recommenda- may also vary depending on the tion items placed in your dishwasher. Highly caustic If you use alkaline or highly caustic NOTICE: highly acidic alkaline or Avoid dishwasher damage cleaning solu- highly acidic Do not load the dishwasher ▶... -
Page 26: Removing Dishware
en-us Dishware – Put heavily soiled dishware Check the washing tank and in the lower rack, e.g. pans. accessories for soiling and The more powerful spray jet clean if necessary. ensures that the dishwashing → "Cleaning and maintenance", result will be better. Page 35 –... -
Page 27: Basic Operation
Basic Operation en-us Additional loading patterns for 10 13 Basic Operation Basic Operation place settings: Lower rack Basic Operation 13.1 Protection against unintentional operation Your appliance is equipped with a function that helps to prevent un- intentional operation, e.g. by chil- dren. After starting the appliance, the door has to be closed within 4 seconds, otherwise the operation will be paused. -
Page 28: Setting Options
en-us Basic Operation a The cycle is set and the cycle Notes button flashes. ¡ If you want to add more dish- a The remaining run time of the ware while the appliance is run- cycle appears on the display. ning, do not use the collecting tray as a handle for the upper rack. -
Page 29: Switching Off The Appliance
Basic Operation en-us 13.9 Switching off the appliance CAUTION To avoid risk of injury, always use caution when opening the door during or following a wash cycle as hot water or steam may es- cape. Do not fully open the door until ▶... -
Page 30: Basic Settings
en-us Basic settings 14 Basic settings Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your Basic settings needs. 14.1 Overview of the basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Display Selection Description text W. - Page 31 Basic settings en-us Basic setting Display Selection Description text infoLight® I00 - I01 Switch InfoLight on or off. While the program is run- ning, a spot of light is pro- jected onto the floor below the appliance door. This light will not be visible if the appliance is installed at eye level with the cabi- net front fitted flush.
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Page 32: Changing The Basic Settings
en-us Basic settings Basic setting Display Selection Description text Remote Start rc0 - rc2 Activate or deactivate → "Remote Start ", Page 34 . The following settings are possible: ¡ With the setting "rc0", the option is perma- nently deactivated. ¡ With the setting "rc1", the option can be se- lected via the but-... -
Page 33: Home Connect
Home Connect® en-us 15.1 Home Connect® 15 Home Connect® Home Connect® quick start This appliance is network-capa- Home Connect® Connect your appliance to a mo- ble. Connecting your appliance to bile device quickly and easily. a mobile device lets you control its functions via the Home Connect® Setting up the app. -
Page 34: Home Connect® Settings
en-us Home Connect® Follow the instructions in the Tip: To deactivate the function, Home Connect® app. press . 15.4 Remote Diagnostics 15.2 Home Connect® settings The Customer Service can access your appliance via Remote Diag- Adapt Home Connect® to your nostics if you ask them to do so, if needs. -
Page 35: Cleaning And Maintenance
USA: pliance at regular intervals. www.bosch-home.com/us/shop- Machine Care combined with ma- productlist/dishwashing/cleaning- chine cleaning products will pro- and-care vide the right care for your appli- ance. - Page 36 en-us Cleaning and maintenance Machine Care is a program which removes various deposits in one wash cycle. Cleaning takes place in two phases: Phase Removal of Cleaner Placement Grease and Liquid machine care Appliance interior, limescale product or machine e.g. bottle hung in descaler in powder the silverware bas- form.
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Page 37: Filter System
Cleaning and maintenance en-us Pull the micro filter downward 16.5 Filter system and off. The filter system removes coarse soiling from the dishwashing cy- cle. Press the locking catches gether and take the coarse filter upward and out . Micro filter Fine filter Coarse filter Cleaning filters... -
Page 38: Cleaning The Spray Arms
en-us Cleaning and maintenance Insert the filter system into the Check the outlet nozzles on the appliance and turn the coarse spray arms for blockages under filter clockwise. running water and remove any foreign objects. Ensure that the arrow mark- ‒ Insert the lower spray arm. -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting en-us 17 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting You can eliminate minor issues on ing issues before contacting Cus- Troubleshooting your appliance yourself. Please tomer Service. This may avoid un- read the information on eliminat- necessary repair costs. Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:20-60 lights up al- Appliance has detected that the heating element ternately. - Page 40 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:32-00 lights up al- Reinsert the filter in the supply hose. ternately or indicator Screw the water connection back on. for water supply Check the water connection for leaks. lights up. Restore the power supply. Switch the appliance on.
- Page 41 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:90-01 lights up al- Power voltage is too low. ternately. There is no problem with the appliance. Call an electrician. Have the power voltage and electrical installa- tion checked by an electrician. E:92-40 lights up al- Filters are soiled or blocked.
- Page 42 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Dishware is not dry. Position dishware at an angle where possible. ▶ The combined detergent used has a poor drying performance. Use rinse aid to improve drying performance. Use a different combined detergent with a bet- ter drying performance.
- Page 43 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Food remnants on Dishware was placed too close together or rack is dishware. overfilled. Arrange dishware with sufficient space in be- tween. The spray jets must reach the surfaces of the dishware. Avoid points of contact. Spray arm rotation is blocked.
- Page 44 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Detergent residue in Lid of the detergent dispenser is blocked by items the appliance of dishware and will not open. Arrange dishware in the upper rack so the tab collecting tray is not obstructed by dishware. → ...
- Page 45 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Wipeable or water- Special salt dispenser is not screwed tight. soluble coatings in- Screw the special salt dispenser tight. ▶ side the appliance or on the door. There are stubborn There is detergent residue. These coatings can- white coatings on not generally be removed with chemicals.
- Page 46 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting There are colored The formation of films is due to metal components coatings (blue, yel- on silver or aluminum dishware. low, brown) inside Clean the appliance. ▶ the appliance or on You can remove coatings with Mechanical stainless steel dish- cleaning → ...
- Page 47 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting There are remov- Items of dishware are blocking the dispenser able streaks on lid. glasses, glassware Do not place dishware or fragrance dispensers with a metallic ap- in the tab collecting tray. pearance and silver- Dishware has been precleaned too intensively.
- Page 48 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting WLAN display is Connection to home network is not available. flashing. Activate the wireless network connection on ▶ your router. Home Connect can- Home Connect set incorrectly. not be implemented Please consult the documents supplied for ▶...
- Page 49 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting All LEDs light up or Electronics have detected a fault. flash. Press the main switch button for approx. 4 sec- onds. → "Controls", Page 11 The appliance is reset and restarted. If the problem occurs again: Switch off the appliance. ‒...
- Page 50 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Appliance does not Check whether the power cord plug is properly start. inserted in the power outlet and on the rear of the appliance. Appliance door is not closed properly. Close the appliance door. ▶ Wash cycle starts You did not wait until the cycle ended.
- Page 51 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Noise level varies Arrange dishware so the spray arms do not ▶ strike dishware. With a small load the water jets directly strike against the tub. Distribute the dishware evenly. ▶ Load the appliance with more dishware. ▶...
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Page 52: Transportation, Storage And Disposal
en-us Transportation, storage and disposal 18.3 Transporting the 18 Transportation, Transportation, storage and disposal appliance storage and disposal To avoid damage to the appli- ance, empty it before transporting. Transportation, storage and disposal Note: Always transport the dish- 18.1 Removing the washer upright to prevent residual water getting into the machine's appliance controls and damaging the appli-... -
Page 53: Customer Service
BSH will compensate cus- ance. tomers reasonable and verifi- USA: able damages. 1-800-944-2904 ¡ A condition of all warranty www.bosch-home.com/us/owner- claims is the appliance with support/get-support AquaStop must have been in- www.bosch-home.com/us/shop stalled and connected correctly in accordance with all instruc- 1-800-944-2904 tions;... -
Page 54: Technical Specifications
GmbH, Carl-Wery-Str. 34, 81739 Munich, Germany. The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances (“Bosch“) The source code will be made in this Statement of Limited Prod- available to you on request. uct Warranty applies only to the... -
Page 55: How Long The Warranty Lasts
BSH will replace the up- effectuate warranty coverage, it is per or lower dish rack (exclud- the best way for Bosch to notify ing rack components), if the you in the unlikely event of a rack proves defective in materi- safety notice or product recall. -
Page 56: Repair/Replace As Your Exclusive Remedy
Bosch at its sole option. All would still be fully liable and re- replaced and/or repaired parts sponsible for any travel time or... -
Page 57: Warranty Exclusions
Bosch before service is per- going vessels). formed. ¡ Any party's willful misconduct, negligence, misuse, abuse, ac- In no event shall Bosch have any cidents, neglect, improper oper- liability or responsibility whatso- ation, failure to maintain, im- ever for damage to surrounding... -
Page 58: Obtaining Warranty Service
MEALS, REMODELLING EX- PENSES IN EXCESS OF DI- RECT DAMAGES WHICH ARE DEFINITIVELY CAUSED EXCLU- SIVELY BY BOSCH, OR OTHER- WISE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM- AGES, AND SOME STATES DO... - Page 60 • Easy access to manuals & appliance specifications • Easy access to parts list • Expert tips & tricks for your appliance • Customized offer for the Bosch Appliance Service Plan (sent by mail • Warranty extension options after appliance registration) •...