BOSCH SMS4HCI60E Dishwasher Home Appliance User Guide

BOSCH SMS4HCI60E Dishwasher Home Appliance

Product Information

• The dishwasher is a home appliance designed to clean tableware efficiently. It is equipped with various settings and features to ensure optimal performance. Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is important to read the instruction manual and familiarize yourself with the safety information provided.
• The dishwasher can be connected to a mobile device using the Home Connect app, allowing users to conveniently change settings and control the appliance remotely.
• Water hardness settings can be adjusted based on individual preferences. The instruction manual provides an overview of the water hardness values that can be selected. Additionally, a table of country-specific units is available for reference.
• The dishwasher has a dispenser for special salt and rinse aid. Special salt should only be added just before starting a program to avoid damage to the appliance. The dispenser lid can be unscrewed for easy access. Rinse aid should also be added to the designated dispenser, up to the maximum mark.
• The water softening system can be set according to the desired level of water hardness. The basic settings can be accessed by pressing a specific button on the appliance. The display will show different options, and users can adjust the water hardness by pressing the corresponding buttons. To save the settings, press and hold a specific button for 3 seconds.
• The dishwasher offers various programs to suit different cleaning needs. The program data, including duration, energy consumption, and water usage, has been measured according to European standard EN 60436. The specific figures may vary depending on the selected program and additional functions.
• Regular maintenance of the dishwasher includes cleaning the filters after each wash. This ensures optimal performance and prolongs the lifespan of the appliance.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Load the tableware into the dishwasher, ensuring it is suitable for dishwasher use and removing large food remnants.
2. Add detergent to the dry detergent dispenser. The amount of detergent may vary depending on the program and personal preference.
3. Switch on the dishwasher.
4. Select the desired program based on the cleaning needs. Refer to the program data provided in the instruction manual for guidance.
5. Start the program.
6. At the end of the program, remove the tableware from the dishwasher.
7. To cancel a program, press and hold a specific button for approximately 4 seconds. The program will be cancelled and end after approximately 1 minute.
8. After each wash, check the filters for any debris or blockages. Clean the filters as needed to maintain optimal performance.

Setting up Home Connect

Tip: Connect your appliance to a mobile device. You can conveniently change all settings using the Home Connect app.

1. Install the Home Connect app on your mobile device and follow the instructions.
2. Scan the QR code with the Home Connect app.

Overview of water hardness settings
You can find an overview of the water hardness values that can be selected here. A table of country-specific units can be found in the instruction manual.

Setting the water softening system

1. Press ⁠ .
2. To open the basic settings, press Setup 3 sec for 3 seconds.
   • The display shows Hxx.
   • The display shows ⁠set.
3. Press Start repeatedly until the right water hardness has been set.
4. To save the settings, press Setup 3 sec for 3 seconds.

Programmes

The programme data has been measured in the laboratory according to European standard EN 60436. The consumption figures depend on the programme and additional function selected. The running time will change if the rinse aid system is switched off or rinse aid needs to be added.

OVERVIEW

Adding special salt
To avoid damage to the appliance, only add special salt to the dispenser for special salt just before the programme starts.

1. Unscrew the lid of the dispenser for special salt and remove.
2. On initial start-up: Fill the dispenser right up with water.
3. Add the special salt to the dispenser. The water in the dispenser is displaced and forced out. Never add detergent.
4. Place the lid back on the dispenser and turn to close.

Adding rinse aid

1. Press the catch on the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid  1 and lift ⁠2.
2. Add rinse aid up to the max mark.
3. Close the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid.
   • The lid clicks into position.

Adding detergent

1. Add the detergent to the dry detergent dispenser.
2. Close the lid of the detergent dispenser.
   • The lid clicks into position.

How to use your appliance

1. Load the tableware.
   Only clean tableware that is suitable for dishwashers. Remove large remnants of food from the tableware. Check that the spray arms can rotate freely.

2. Add detergent.

3. Switch on the appliance ⁠.

4. Select the programme.

5. Start the programme ⁠Start .

6. Remove the tableware at the end of the programme.

7. To cancel the programme, press Reset 4 sec for approx. 4 seconds. The programme is cancelled and ends after approx. 1 minute.

Cleaning

Cleaning filters

1. After each wash check the filters for residue.
2. Turn the coarse filter anticlockwise  1 and remove the filter system ⁠2.
3. Pull down the micro filter to remove.
4. Press the locking catches  1 together and lift the coarse filter out ⁠2.
5. Clean the filter elements under running water.
6. Re-assemble the filter system.
7. Insert the filter system into the appliance and turn the coarse filter clockwise. Make sure that the arrow markings match up.

Cleaning spray arms

1. Unscrew the upper spray arm 1 and pull down to remove ⁠2.
2. Pull up the lower spray arm to remove.
3. Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any foreign bodies.
4. Insert the lower spray arm.
   • The spray arm clicks into position.
5. Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place.

Clean wastewater pump

1. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
2. Remove the filter system.
3. Scoop out any water.
4. Prise off the pump cover using a spoon and grip it by the crosspiece.
5. Lift the pump cover inwards at an angle and remove.
6. Remove any remnants of food and foreign bodies in the area of the impeller.
7. Insert the pump cover  1 and press down ⁠2.
   • The pump cover clicks into position.
8. Install the filter system.

Troubleshooting

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