Bosch Appliances SHX36L manual Self Help

CARE AND MAINTENANCE...continued

SELF HELP

- To reinstall the filter system:

f) Return the Fine Filter to its installed position

g) Place the Large Object Trap/Fine Filter Assembly into its installed position in the dishwasher floor.

h) Turn the ring handle clockwise 1/4 turn until it is locked. The arrow on the ring handle and the arrow on the Fine Filter should point to each other, as shown by the circle in Figure 23.

Figure 23

i) Gently pull the ring handle to ensure that the Assembly is locked into place.

SELF HELP

Dishwashers 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 your having to call a repair person.

Dishes do not dry

The rinse agent dispenser may be empty. Check the rinse-aid dispenser and refill it if necessary. Dishware drying can be accelerated and enhanced by opening the dishwasher door slightly and propping it open with the top rack.

Indicator light(s) do not come on

A fuse may have blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Check the fuse or circuit breaker at your fuse box/breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the breaker if necessary.

Dishwasher does not start

The dishwasher door may not be properly shut. Make certain the dishwasher door is shut and latched.

Water not pumped from dishwasher

Make certain the drain hose isn’t kinked, clogged, or improperly installed. Make certain a portion of the drain hose is at least 20 inches above the dishwasher’s enclosure floor (see the Installation Manual). Filters may be clogged. Make certain the filter system isn’t clogged (see the Care and Maintenance section of this manual). The kitchen sink drain may be clogged; you may need a plumber rather than a serviceman for the dishwasher. If an air gap is installed at sink, it may be clogged.

Detergent dispenser cover will not shut

You may not be correctly shutting the

detergent dispenser cover, or a cycle was not finished and should be cancelled. Go to the Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent section of this manual for instructions on shutting the detergent dispenser cover.

Go to the Operating the Dishwasher section of this manual for instructions on canceling a cycle.

6. Clean the Exterior Door Panel

C A U T I O N

POSSIBLE DISHWASHER DAMAGE: Your dishwasher’s exterior door panel can be damaged if you try to clean it with harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads (metal or plastic), or abrasive cloths/paper towels. Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads (metal or plastic), or abrasive cloths/paper towels to clean your dishwasher’s exterior door panel.

- Colored Doors

a) Use only a soft cloth that is lightly dampened with soapy water.

- Stainless Steel Doors

b) Use a soft cloth with a non-abrasive cleaner (preferably a liquid spray) made for cleaning stainless steel. For the best results, apply the stainless steel cleaner to the cloth, then wipe the surface.

7. Clean the Door Gasket

a) Regularly clean the door gasket with a damp cloth to remove food particles and other debris.

Dishwasher runs a long time

If the dishwasher completes the cycle, but the run time seems exceptionally long, it may be due to cold incoming water. Before starting the dishwasher, open the hot water faucet at the sink nearest the dishwasher. Run the water until it runs hot, then turn off the water and start the dishwasher.

Machine cycle does not advance to rinse

NOTE: The Installation Manual that came with your Bosch dishwasher will help you with the following instructions. The water supply line may be shut off. Check the water supply valve and open it

if it’s shut.

White spots left on dishes

More rinse agent is needed. Go to the Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent section of this manual for instructions on increasing the amount of rinse agent dispensed.

Streaks on glassware

Too much rinse agent is being dispensed. Go to the Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent section of this manual for instructions on decreasing the amount of rinse agent dispensed.

Rattling noises

Utensils may not be properly arranged.

Suds in dishwasher

You may have used the wrong type of dishwashing detergent. Use only automatic dishwasher detergents.

Unsatisfactory washing results

•Incorrect amount of detergent or old detergent.

•Utensils incorrectly arranged or rack overloaded.

•Spray arm rotation blocked by utensils.

•Spray arm nozzles need cleaning.

•Filters not properly fitted into position.

•Unsuitable cycle selected.

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