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- Page 1 Dishwasher SGE78C55UC [en-us] Use and Care Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
en-us Table of contents 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY 9 Water softening system.. 22 INSTRUCTIONS.... 4 9.1 Overview of water 1.1 Safety definitions.... 4 hardness settings .... 22 1.2 General information..... 4 9.2 Setting the water softening system .... 23 1.3 Intended use ....... 5 9.3 Special Dishwasher Salt.. - Page 3 en-us 20 Technical specifications . 58 13.9 Interrupting the wash 20.1 Information regarding cycle ....... 32 Free and Open Source 13.10 Terminating the wash Software...... 58 cycle ...... 32 13.11 Switching off the 21 STATEMENT OF appliance ...... 32 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY .....
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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 The blow opening of the Zeolith container becomes hot and can cause burns. Never touch the blow opening of the Zeolith container. ▶ WARNING To avoid risk of injury, when loading items to be washed, observe the fol- lowing.
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Page 8: Risk To Children
en-us IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE: Water and power shut off 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. -
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: Aquasensor
en-us Environmental protection and energy-saving into the interior of the dishwasher with dry air. This speeds up and improves drying. Therefore, zeolith drying is very efficient. Note: To avoid impairing Zeolith drying performance, do not posi- tion dishware parts directly in front of the intake opening or the blow opening of the Zeolith container. -
Page 11: Familiarizing Yourself With Your Appliance
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us 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 56 . You will need this data to contact Cus- tomer service → ... - Page 12 en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance 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 41 Detergent tab collecting During the wash cycle, detergent tabs tray automatically drop out of the detergent...
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Page 13: Controls
Familiarizing yourself with your appliance en-us 4.2 Controls You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appli- ance and to obtain information about the operating status. 3 4 5 6 7 ON/OFF button and reset Switching on the appliance button Switching off the appliance Terminating the wash cycle... - Page 14 en-us Familiarizing yourself with your appliance Display The display shows information about the remaining run time or ba- sic settings. You can change the basic settings via the display and the setting buttons. → "Changing the basic settings", Page 35 Door handle Open the appliance door.
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Page 15: Dishwasher Cycles
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. - Page 16 en-us Dishwasher Cycles Cycle Purpose Cycle sequence Usage 1) Hour/min. 2) Electrical/ 3) Water/gal Delicate Dishware: Particularly gentle: ¡ 1) 1:25 - ¡ Cleaning deli- ¡ Pre-Rinse 1:35 cate dishware, ¡ 2) 0.570 - ¡ Cleaning 113 °F - silverware, 0.580 122 °F temperature- ¡...
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Page 17: Energy Guide
Dishwasher Cycles en-us 5.1 Energy Guide The Energy Guide label was based on the Normal soil sensing cycle. The unit was tested without any rinse aid (liquid) in the rinse aid dispenser. A single dose of deter- gent was inserted into the deter- gent dispenser, with no detergent being used in the prewash. -
Page 18: Features
en-us Options a The Favorite button flashes. Option a The program combination is and maintained saved. for an extra-long period. Tip: To reset the cycle, either use ¡ Especially suit- the Home Connect app or reset able for cleaning your appliance back to the factory chopping boards settings. -
Page 19: Upper Rack
Features en-us Raise or lower the rack evenly 7.1 Upper rack to the right level. Arrange cups, glasses, and small tableware items in the top rack. Check that the rack is level on both sides. Release the levers. You can adjust the height of the a The rack clicks into position. -
Page 20: Silverware Basket
en-us Features Large plates up to a diameter of 7.4 Silverware drawer 12 inches can be arranged in the lower rack as shown. Arrange silverware in the silver- ware drawer. 7.3 Silverware Basket Arrange silverware with the points and sharp edges down. Arrange the silverware in the sil- verware basket, ensuring that the 7.5 Cup shelf items are not nestled together and... -
Page 21: Flip Tines
Features en-us To use the tines again, fold 7.6 Flip tines them back up. Use the flip tines to position dish- a The tines click into position. ware securely, e.g. plates. 7.7 Small items holder Use the small items holder to ar- range small items of dishware, e.g. -
Page 22: Before Using For The First Time
en-us Before using for the first time Appliance height 32 inches with silverware drawer Level Upper rack Lower rack 1 max. ø 6" 12" → Page 19 2 max. ø 7" 11" 3 max. ø 8" 10" Start the Program with the 8 Before using for the Before using for the first time highest cleaning temperature... -
Page 23: Water Softening System
Water softening system en-us Water hard- Hardness mmol/l Setting value ness °E range 13 - 15 medium 1.9 - 2.1 16 - 20 medium 2.2 - 2.9 21 - 26 hard 3.0 - 3.7 27 - 38 hard 3.8 - 5.4 39 - 62 hard 5.5 - 8.9... -
Page 24: Switching Off The Water Softening System
en-us Rinse aid system Note: Only use special salt ¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. specified for dishwashers. You can omit special salt. Do not use salt tablets. Press . Do not use table salt. To open the basic settings, Add the special dishwasher salt press for 3 seconds. -
Page 25: Setting The Amount Of Rinse Aid
Detergent en-us Add rinse aid up to the max 10.3 Switching the rinse mark. aid system off If you choose not to use rinse aid, you can turn the rinse aid system off. Tip: Rinse aid within a combina- tion detergent has limited effec- tiveness. -
Page 26: Incompatible Detergents
en-us Detergent agents are generally used to re- 11.2 Incompatible move colored stains, e.g. tea or detergents ketchup. Note: Follow the manufacturer's Do not use a detergent which is instructions for each detergent. not designated for dishwasher use or contains chlorine. Detergent Description Detergent Description Tabs... -
Page 27: Adding Detergent
Dishware en-us ¡ To prevent sticking, only touch Close the lid of the detergent detergents in a water-soluble dispenser. pouch with dry hands and only ever place them in a dry deter- gent dispenser. ¡ Even if the rinse aid and spe- cial salt refill indicators light up, the wash cycles will run prop- erly with combination deter-... -
Page 28: Dishware
en-us Dishware washing. Delicate types of glass Cause Recommenda- may turn cloudy after a few wash tion cycles. Highly caustic If you use alkaline or highly caustic 12.1 Damage to glass and highly acidic alkaline or cleaning solu- highly acidic dishware tions, in partic- cleaning solu- Only put glasses and china in the ular commer-... -
Page 29: Removing Dishware
Dishware en-us and the appliance. The noise level – Put heavily soiled dishware may also vary depending on the in the lower rack, e.g. pans. items placed in your dishwasher. The more powerful spray jet ensures that the dishwashing NOTICE: result will be better. Avoid dishwasher damage –... -
Page 30: Loading Patterns
en-us Dishware Check the washing tank and Additional loading patterns for 10 accessories for soiling and place settings: clean if necessary. Lower rack → "Cleaning and maintenance", Page 38 12.4 Loading patterns Recommended loading patterns. 12 place settings: Lower rack Upper rack Upper rack Third rack Third rack... -
Page 31: Basic Operation
Basic Operation en-us If you do not perform any ac- 13 Basic Operation Basic Operation tions on the appliance for 10 minutes, it will automatically Basic Operation switch off. 13.1 Protection against unintentional 13.3 Setting a cycle operation To adjust the wash cycle to the soiling level of the dishware, se- Your dishwasher has a built in lect a suitable program. -
Page 32: Starting The Wash Cycle
en-us Basic Operation 13.6 Starting the wash 13.8 Deactivating the cycle button lock Press Press for approx. 3 sec- ▶ ▶ onds. a The wash cycle has ended when the display shows "0h:00m". 13.9 Interrupting the wash cycle Notes ¡ If you want to add more dish- Press On/Off. - Page 33 Basic Operation en-us Press On/Off.
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Page 34: 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 35: Changing The Basic Settings
Home Connect® en-us Basic setting Display Selection Description text Remote Start rc0 - rc2 Activate or deactivate → "Remote Start ", Page 37 . 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 36: Home Connect
en-us Home Connect® function depends on the availabil- Start the Home Connect® app ity of Home Connect® services in and set up access for your country. You can find infor- Home Connect®. mation on this at: www.home-con- The Home Connect® app nect.com. guides you through the entire To be able to use Home Con- registration process. -
Page 37: Remote Start
Home Connect® en-us can be found in the Service/Sup- 15.3 Remote Start port section of your local website: www.home-connect.com. You can use the Home Connect® app to start the appliance with your mobile device. 15.5 Software update Tip: If you select "rc2" in the Ba- You can use this function to up- sic settings → ... -
Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance
16.4 Machine Care Deposits, e.g. from food remnants www.bosch-home.com/us/shop- and limescale, can cause your ap- productlist/dishwashing/cleaning- pliance to malfunction. To avoid and-care these problems and reduce odors, we recommend cleaning your ap- www.bosch-home.ca/en/service/... - Page 39 Cleaning and maintenance en-us 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. ket or powder in the interior. Food remnants Machine cleaner Detergent dispenser and deposits To ensure optimal cleaning perfor-...
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Page 40: Filter System
en-us Cleaning and maintenance 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 41: Cleaning The Spray Arms
Cleaning and maintenance en-us 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 42: Troubleshooting
en-us Troubleshooting 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- necessary repair costs. read the information on eliminat- Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:20-60 lights up al- Appliance has detected that the heating element ternately. - Page 43 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:32-00 lights up al- Remove the filter from the supply hose. ternately or indicator for water supply lights up. Clean the filter. Reinsert the filter in the supply hose. Screw the water connection back on. Check the water connection for leaks.
- Page 44 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting E:61-03 lights up al- ternately. Water is not draining. Not an appliance error. High loop is missing and/ or debris flushed back into drain hose and blocked it. Be sure there is a high loop in the drain hose ▶...
- Page 45 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Dishware is not dry. Cycle or cycle option has no drying phase, or dry- ing phase is too short. Select a wash cycle with drying. → Page 15 ▶ Some option buttons decrease the drying re- sult.
- Page 46 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Appliance interior Not an error. Condensation drying creates water still wet after wash droplets in the tub. This is normal. Moisture in the cycle. air condenses on the inside walls of the appli- ance, runs off, and is pumped out. No action required.
- Page 47 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Food remnants on Tall narrow containers in corner areas are not dishware. rinsed out adequately. Do not position tall narrow containers at too ▶ great an angle or in corner areas. Upper rack on right and left not set to same height.
- Page 48 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Wipeable or water- There is detergent residue. These coatings can- soluble coatings in- not generally be removed with chemicals. side the appliance Change your Detergent. ▶ or on the door. Scrub the appliance by hand. ▶...
- Page 49 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting There are colored The formation of films is due to substances con- coatings (blue, yel- tained in vegetables (cabbage, celery, potatoes, low, brown) inside noodles, etc.) or tap water (manganese). the appliance or on Clean the appliance. ▶...
- Page 50 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting There are remov- Amount of rinse aid to be dispensed is set too able streaks on high. glasses, glassware Set the rinse aid system to a lower setting. ▶ with a metallic ap- → "Setting the amount of rinse aid", Page 25 pearance and silver- No rinse aid has been added.
- Page 51 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Detergent residue is Only add detergent to the detergent dispenser ▶ present in the deter- when dry. gent dispenser or the tab collecting tray. Excessive formation Hand soap got in the rinse aid dispenser. of foam occurs. Immediately add rinse aid to the dispenser.
- Page 52 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Display flashes. Appliance door is not closed properly. Close the appliance door. ▶ Arrange the dishware so that no parts ‒ project beyond the rack and prevent the ap- pliance door from closing properly. All LEDs light up or Electronics have detected a fault.
- Page 53 Troubleshooting en-us Issue Cause and troubleshooting Appliance does not The breaker has tripped. start. Check the relevant breaker. ▶ Power cord is not inserted. Check whether the power outlet is working. Check whether the power cord plug is properly inserted in the power outlet and on the rear of the appliance.
- Page 54 en-us Troubleshooting Issue Cause and troubleshooting Noise level varies The noise level can vary, depending on what kind of dishes are loaded and where they are placed. Make sure the dishware is loaded in the most ▶ secure way, resting on the tines and not hitting each other.
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Page 55: Transportation, Storage And Disposal
Transportation, storage and disposal en-us Insert the pump cover washer. During colder weather, press down . please follow the instructions for winterizing your unit below. Winterizing your unit If your dishwasher will be un- ▶ used for an extended period of time in a location that experi- ences freezing temperatures (vacation home or through a... -
Page 56: Disposal Of Your Old Appliance
(Z-Nr.) of your appliance. BSH will compensate cus- USA: tomers reasonable and verifi- 1-800-944-2904 able damages. www.bosch-home.com/us/owner- ¡ A condition of all warranty support/get-support claims is the appliance with www.bosch-home.com/us/shop AquaStop must have been in- stalled and connected correctly... - Page 57 Customer Service en-us defective feed lines or fittings leading to the AquaStop con- nection at the tap.
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Page 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 61: 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 62: 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 64 • 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) •...