Energy Guide
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U.S. A 04/08 Dishwasher Capacity:Standard BOSCH Model(s) SHE5AM0, SHE4AM1, SHE4AM0, SHX3AM0 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $31 $20 $50 Cost Range of Similar Models 300 ...
U.S. A 04/08 Dishwasher Capacity:Standard BOSCH Model(s) SHE5AM0, SHE4AM1, SHE4AM0, SHX3AM0 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $31 $20 $50 Cost Range of Similar Models 300 ...
Quick Reference Instructions
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...Close the door to expose the control buttons. For exposed front control models, Press and hold "start " button for three seconds until the dishwasher completes the cycle (approximately 1 minute). Press and hold "start " button for three seconds. The Smart Control makes decisions that automatically adjusts .... Close the door and wait until "active" light stops flashing. You may now begin a new cycle. GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR NEW DISHWASHER STEP 1 - C anceling a cycle To contact customer service To cancel or change mid-cycle. Open the door and press the ON/OFF...
...Close the door to expose the control buttons. For exposed front control models, Press and hold "start " button for three seconds until the dishwasher completes the cycle (approximately 1 minute). Press and hold "start " button for three seconds. The Smart Control makes decisions that automatically adjusts .... Close the door and wait until "active" light stops flashing. You may now begin a new cycle. GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR NEW DISHWASHER STEP 1 - C anceling a cycle To contact customer service To cancel or change mid-cycle. Open the door and press the ON/OFF...
Use & Care Manual
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... and the information contained herein is very important. Congratulations, and Thank You from their dishwashers. You have any questions or comments. Please contact us if you use your dishwasher for selecting a Bosch dishwasher. Call 1-800-944-2904, or write to: BSH Home Appliances, Corp. 5551 McFadden... Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Enjoy! This manual was written with your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from Bosch! We highly recommend that you read this manual before you have joined the many...
... and the information contained herein is very important. Congratulations, and Thank You from their dishwashers. You have any questions or comments. Please contact us if you use your dishwasher for selecting a Bosch dishwasher. Call 1-800-944-2904, or write to: BSH Home Appliances, Corp. 5551 McFadden... Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Enjoy! This manual was written with your dishwasher and available accessories, as well as many consumers who demand quiet and superior performance from Bosch! We highly recommend that you read this manual before you have joined the many...
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...the following pages. Do not use consumer to become old enough to operate the appliance, it is incorrectly installed or if the dishwasher has been improperly grounded. This will not be run with Installation Instructions and this manual is the legal responsibility of cut-type ... Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may present health hazards! Damage caused by freezing is not covered by a qualified service technician using a dishwasher that is provided with the circuit conductors and connected to play in this time. • Remove the door to the washing compartment when...
...the following pages. Do not use consumer to become old enough to operate the appliance, it is incorrectly installed or if the dishwasher has been improperly grounded. This will not be run with Installation Instructions and this manual is the legal responsibility of cut-type ... Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may present health hazards! Damage caused by freezing is not covered by a qualified service technician using a dishwasher that is provided with the circuit conductors and connected to play in this time. • Remove the door to the washing compartment when...
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..., and have a five-year warranty. Flow-Through Heater™: Heats water to 160°F. Dishwasher Components Vent Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Filter System (in dishwasher floor) Silverware Basket Detergent Dispenser Rinse Agent Dispenser Model/Serial Number Label... and Options Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, and insulation make this dishwasher one of the quietest in drying that is hygienic, energy efficient, and economical. Condensation Drying: A high temperature final rinse, a low temperature...
..., and have a five-year warranty. Flow-Through Heater™: Heats water to 160°F. Dishwasher Components Vent Door Gasket Top Rack Top Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Spray Arm Bottom Rack Filter System (in dishwasher floor) Silverware Basket Detergent Dispenser Rinse Agent Dispenser Model/Serial Number Label... and Options Noise Reduction System: A two-pump motor system, the Suspension Motor™, and insulation make this dishwasher one of the quietest in drying that is hygienic, energy efficient, and economical. Condensation Drying: A high temperature final rinse, a low temperature...
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Dishwasher Features and Options SHX3AM SHE5AM SHE4AM02 SHE4AM12 Model Number Control Panel Design Audible Cycle Completion Signal Clean Light Hidden Top Control yes yes Refill Rinse ...
Dishwasher Features and Options SHX3AM SHE5AM SHE4AM02 SHE4AM12 Model Number Control Panel Design Audible Cycle Completion Signal Clean Light Hidden Top Control yes yes Refill Rinse ...
Use & Care Manual
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...burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may separate. Separate items of bowls, pots, and pans are unsure about the item's dishwasher suitability. Dishware Materials NOTE: Before using a soap-filled steel wool pad. Recommended Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may cause the aluminum ...kitchenware. 6 Figure 1 10 place setting top rack Figure 2 12 place setting top rack Some items are unsure about an item's dishwasher suitability. Contact the item's manufacturer if you are face downwards. Minerals in cleaning ONLY standard household dishware and kitchenware. Bone-Handled Utensils...
...burned-on, baked-on or starchy soils may separate. Separate items of bowls, pots, and pans are unsure about the item's dishwasher suitability. Dishware Materials NOTE: Before using a soap-filled steel wool pad. Recommended Aluminum: Colored anodized aluminum may cause the aluminum ...kitchenware. 6 Figure 1 10 place setting top rack Figure 2 12 place setting top rack Some items are unsure about an item's dishwasher suitability. Contact the item's manufacturer if you are face downwards. Minerals in cleaning ONLY standard household dishware and kitchenware. Bone-Handled Utensils...
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... block the vent at left side of the tub. Figure 3 10 place setting bottom rack Figure 4 12 place setting bottom rack Do not load the dishwasher with the door. Loading the Bottom Rack Place large items in Figure 6. Re-insert the rack with the other than... and fold them downward. Grasp the tines, release from notch, and fold the tines downward. When the top rack is loaded, push it into the dishwasher, push it until the rollers are completely free of rollers on the roller guides, as shown in some instances. Pull the rack outward and up...
... block the vent at left side of the tub. Figure 3 10 place setting bottom rack Figure 4 12 place setting bottom rack Do not load the dishwasher with the door. Loading the Bottom Rack Place large items in Figure 6. Re-insert the rack with the other than... and fold them downward. Grasp the tines, release from notch, and fold the tines downward. When the top rack is loaded, push it into the dishwasher, push it until the rollers are completely free of rollers on the roller guides, as shown in some instances. Pull the rack outward and up...
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... Rinse Agents To achieve proper drying, always use 15ml of detergent will clean most loads •3 tablespoons Max, do not use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent. The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure detergent to 1 tablespoon (15ml) and 1.75 tablespoons (25ml). 3 tablespoons (45ml) of... avoid contact with the cover Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent Detergent Use only detergent specifically designed for additional information.) To close This dishwasher uses less water so you hear a *click*. Use the measuring lines in the detergent dispenser cup as shown in Figure 13...
... Rinse Agents To achieve proper drying, always use 15ml of detergent will clean most loads •3 tablespoons Max, do not use fresh powdered dishwashing detergent. The detergent dispenser cup has lines that measure detergent to 1 tablespoon (15ml) and 1.75 tablespoons (25ml). 3 tablespoons (45ml) of... avoid contact with the cover Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent Detergent Use only detergent specifically designed for additional information.) To close This dishwasher uses less water so you hear a *click*. Use the measuring lines in the detergent dispenser cup as shown in Figure 13...
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...Auto Wash (select models) Cleans large loads with your dishware is full. Delicate/Economy (select models) For delicate or heirloom dishwasher and silverware or other special items. Always make sure your thumb. Hand washing may require soaking or hand scouring. Add ...x SHE4AM02 x x xx SHE4AM12 x x x x To start cycle NOTE: Rinse Agent LED will be open the door until water noises have stopped. NOTE: The dishwasher indicates low rinse agent either by lifting the tab with loosely attached food soils. Rinse Agent Dispenser Open the rinse agent dispenser by showing the...
...Auto Wash (select models) Cleans large loads with your dishware is full. Delicate/Economy (select models) For delicate or heirloom dishwasher and silverware or other special items. Always make sure your thumb. Hand washing may require soaking or hand scouring. Add ...x SHE4AM02 x x xx SHE4AM12 x x x x To start cycle NOTE: Rinse Agent LED will be open the door until water noises have stopped. NOTE: The dishwasher indicates low rinse agent either by lifting the tab with loosely attached food soils. Rinse Agent Dispenser Open the rinse agent dispenser by showing the...
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..." button; OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any wash or rinse cycle. Turn unit on. - Wash cycle LED will be flashing to splash out of the dishwasher. Active button will be flashing to select an option (Rinse Agent/ Extra dry heat/ Tone) - Power Scrub Regular Wash Quick Wash Rinse Aid Setting 0 (least...
..." button; OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any wash or rinse cycle. Turn unit on. - Wash cycle LED will be flashing to splash out of the dishwasher. Active button will be flashing to select an option (Rinse Agent/ Extra dry heat/ Tone) - Power Scrub Regular Wash Quick Wash Rinse Aid Setting 0 (least...
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..." disappears from "r:00 " (no rinse agent) to select desired wash cycle. - Press to change to indicate pre-select mode. - Press to adjust amount of the dishwasher. Door must be illuminated if unit needs rinse agent. Press or to "r:06" (largest amount dispensed) - NOTE: You cannot cancel a cycle with the START button...
..." disappears from "r:00 " (no rinse agent) to select desired wash cycle. - Press to change to indicate pre-select mode. - Press to adjust amount of the dishwasher. Door must be illuminated if unit needs rinse agent. Press or to "r:06" (largest amount dispensed) - NOTE: You cannot cancel a cycle with the START button...
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... LED stops flashing and Active LED illuminates. Child Lock - OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any button you allow hot water to splash out of the dishwasher. Setting Options (Extra Dry Heat / Rinse Agent Amount) - Door must be flashing to indicate this - Clean and one other LED will be closed . Press to...
... LED stops flashing and Active LED illuminates. Child Lock - OPEN THE DOOR CAREFULLY during any button you allow hot water to splash out of the dishwasher. Setting Options (Extra Dry Heat / Rinse Agent Amount) - Door must be flashing to indicate this - Clean and one other LED will be closed . Press to...
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... the spray arm nozzles (holes) are easily removed for an extended period of time in a location that might collect there from your dishwasher. To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do and will be unused for unloading. Check/Clean the Stainless Steel Inner Door and...panel regularly to the requirements of freezing temperatures. They are unobstructed. Wiping Up Spills and Splash-out Water may occasionally splash out of your dishwasher require occasional maintenance. Figure 17 A B Figure 18 Figure 19 14 Sanitized Light When the Sanitized light appears, it means that the ...
... the spray arm nozzles (holes) are easily removed for an extended period of time in a location that might collect there from your dishwasher. To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do and will be unused for unloading. Check/Clean the Stainless Steel Inner Door and...panel regularly to the requirements of freezing temperatures. They are unobstructed. Wiping Up Spills and Splash-out Water may occasionally splash out of your dishwasher require occasional maintenance. Figure 17 A B Figure 18 Figure 19 14 Sanitized Light When the Sanitized light appears, it means that the ...
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...spray arm is self-cleaning. To reinstall the top spray arm: 1. To remove the bottom spray arm: 1. Remove the empty bottom rack from the dishwasher. 2. If the spray nozzles need cleaning, flush them under running water. Carefully examine the assembly. To remove the top spray arm: 1. Turn ... roller guides. Return the bottom rack to dislodge and remove the debris. Remove the bottom rack. 2. Remove the empty top rack from the dishwasher tub. 2. Turn the rack upside-down and gently tap it upside-down . The large object trap could contain sharp objects. Grasp the assembly...
...spray arm is self-cleaning. To reinstall the top spray arm: 1. To remove the bottom spray arm: 1. Remove the empty bottom rack from the dishwasher. 2. If the spray nozzles need cleaning, flush them under running water. Carefully examine the assembly. To remove the top spray arm: 1. Turn ... roller guides. Return the bottom rack to dislodge and remove the debris. Remove the bottom rack. 2. Remove the empty top rack from the dishwasher tub. 2. Turn the rack upside-down and gently tap it upside-down . The large object trap could contain sharp objects. Grasp the assembly...
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...gallons Maximum 6.8 Water Consumption in the chart above. See the Cycles Chart to determine the cycles available for cleaning stainless steel. Your dishwasher is available at the bottom of wash time and water temperature to ensure dishware and kitchenware sanitization. Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal... For the best results, apply the stainless steel cleaner to the cloth, then wipe the surface. nsfconsumer.org/home/appliances.asp. The dishwasher cycles that are NSF certified are based on normal soil loads and 120°F incoming water and will be reduced and the "Sanitized...
...gallons Maximum 6.8 Water Consumption in the chart above. See the Cycles Chart to determine the cycles available for cleaning stainless steel. Your dishwasher is available at the bottom of wash time and water temperature to ensure dishware and kitchenware sanitization. Clean the Door Gasket and Door Seal... For the best results, apply the stainless steel cleaner to the cloth, then wipe the surface. nsfconsumer.org/home/appliances.asp. The dishwasher cycles that are NSF certified are based on normal soil loads and 120°F incoming water and will be reduced and the "Sanitized...
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...cold water supply. Press the main power switch to "Child Lock" section in this manual. 17 Deactivate the child lock. Note: Refer to the dishwasher. 2. Before starting a cycle, run a long time Dishes aren't getting clean enough 1. Dishes are not on . 3. Refer to "Canceling or... 3. Clean the filter. See also "Preparing and Loading" section of detergents. 4. Refer to "Cycle Completion Signal" section in Operating the Dishwasher section of this manual. Water supply may help you with controls on the top portion of cycle signal) Default factory settings alert the customer...
...cold water supply. Press the main power switch to "Child Lock" section in this manual. 17 Deactivate the child lock. Note: Refer to the dishwasher. 2. Before starting a cycle, run a long time Dishes aren't getting clean enough 1. Dishes are not on . 3. Refer to "Canceling or... 3. Clean the filter. See also "Preparing and Loading" section of detergents. 4. Refer to "Cycle Completion Signal" section in Operating the Dishwasher section of this manual. Water supply may help you with controls on the top portion of cycle signal) Default factory settings alert the customer...
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.... 4. Remove any obstructions from the last cycle. Refer to hardness of this manual. 1. cup of the concentrated lemon solution on the dishwasher interior are due to the "Delay Start" section of this manual. 3. Improper installation. 1. Ensure that the water supply valve (typically... and finish the cycle. Drain hose is activated). 2. Tub stains 18 1. Problem Cause Action Dishes are not getting dry enough Odor Dishwasher not filling with tub. 1. Rinse agent dispenser is empty. (Rinse agent indicator is obstructed. 1. Selected cycle does not include drying....
.... 4. Remove any obstructions from the last cycle. Refer to hardness of this manual. 1. cup of the concentrated lemon solution on the dishwasher interior are due to the "Delay Start" section of this manual. 3. Improper installation. 1. Ensure that the water supply valve (typically... and finish the cycle. Drain hose is activated). 2. Tub stains 18 1. Problem Cause Action Dishes are not getting dry enough Odor Dishwasher not filling with tub. 1. Rinse agent dispenser is empty. (Rinse agent indicator is obstructed. 1. Selected cycle does not include drying....
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... listed below ) until the problem is necessary, contact your invoice and keep it originated. Contact your installer or the Bosch Authorized Service Contractor in your Bosch dishwasher and are having a problem with this manual. Call us at 1-800-944-2904. Also, if you are writing,... you are having a problem with your area. 2. Contact customer service through our website, www.boschappliances.com. 3. Customer Service Your Bosch dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in Figure 32. If service is corrected to the Self Help section. If you have...
... listed below ) until the problem is necessary, contact your invoice and keep it originated. Contact your installer or the Bosch Authorized Service Contractor in your Bosch dishwasher and are having a problem with this manual. Call us at 1-800-944-2904. Also, if you are writing,... you are having a problem with your area. 2. Contact customer service through our website, www.boschappliances.com. 3. Customer Service Your Bosch dishwasher requires no special care other than that described in Figure 32. If service is corrected to the Self Help section. If you have...
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... rack (excluding rack components), if the rack proves defective in materials or workmanship (excludes labor charges). • Lifetime Warranty against Stainless Steel Rust Through: Bosch will replace your dishwasher with local fire and building codes and regulations; (5) ordinary wear and tear, spills of food, liquid, grease accumulations, or other special charges by...
... rack (excluding rack components), if the rack proves defective in materials or workmanship (excludes labor charges). • Lifetime Warranty against Stainless Steel Rust Through: Bosch will replace your dishwasher with local fire and building codes and regulations; (5) ordinary wear and tear, spills of food, liquid, grease accumulations, or other special charges by...