BOSCH SMV4HAX19E Dishwasher User Guide

BOSCH SMV4HAX19E Dishwasher

Product Information

The product is a dishwasher that offers various features and settings to ensure efficient and effective cleaning of tableware. It can be connected to a mobile device using the Home Connect app, allowing users to conveniently change settings and monitor the dishwasher remotely. The dishwasher also has a water softening system and dispenser for special salt and rinse aid.

Specifications

• Water Hardness Settings: Soft, Medium, Hard
• Programs: Multiple programs with different durations and energy/water consumption
• Home Connect App: Allows remote control and monitoring of the dishwasher

Product Usage Instructions

Setting up Home Connect
To connect your appliance to a mobile device and use 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.

Water Hardness Settings
To select the appropriate water hardness setting:

• Refer to the water hardness values in the instruction manual.
• Find the corresponding setting value (e.g., H00, H01) based on the water hardness range.

Adding Special Salt
To add special salt to the dispenser:

1. Unscrew the lid of the dispenser for special salt and remove it.
2. If it’s the initial start-up, fill the dispenser with water.
3. Add the special salt to the dispenser. Do not add detergent.
4. Place the lid back on the dispenser and turn to close it.

Adding Rinse Aid
To add rinse aid to the dispenser:

1. Press the catch on the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid and lift it.
2. Add rinse aid up to the maximum mark.
3. Close the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid by clicking it into position.

Setting Water Softening System
To set the water hardness:

1. Press the appropriate button (e.g., H02, H03) on the dishwasher.
2. To open the basic settings, press and hold the button for 3 seconds.
3. Use the button to adjust the water hardness value.
4. To save the settings, press and hold the button for 3 seconds.

Programmes
The dishwasher offers various programmes with different durations and energy/water consumption. The programme data has been measured according to European standard EN 60436. The running time may vary depending on additional functions and the use of rinse aid.

How to Use Your Appliance

1. Load the tableware, ensuring it is suitable for dishwashers and free from large remnants of food.
2. Add detergent to the dry detergent dispenser.
3. Switch on the appliance.
4. Select the desired programme.
5. Start the programme.
6. Remove the tableware at the end of the programme.
7. To cancel the programme, press and hold the cancel button for approximately 4 seconds.

Cleaning Filters
After each wash, check the filters for any debris or blockages.

FAQ

Can I control the dishwasher remotely?
Yes, you can connect the appliance to a mobile device using the Home Connect app to control and monitor the dishwasher remotely.

How do I adjust the water hardness settings?
Refer to the water hardness values in the instruction manual and use the appropriate button on the dishwasher to select the desired water hardness setting.

When should I add special salt and rinse aid?
Special salt should be added just before starting a programme, while rinse aid should be added up to the maximum mark in the dispenser.

How do I cancel a programme?
Press and hold the cancel button for approximately 4 seconds to cancel a programme. The program will end after approximately 1 minute.

Before using it for the first time, read the instruction manual and the safety information it contains.

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 for 3 seconds.
   • The display shows Hxx.
   • The display shows ⁠.
3. Press repeatedly until the right water hardness has been set.
4. To save the settings, press for 3 seconds.

Programmes

• The program 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.

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 thedispenser. 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 and lift ⁠
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 for approx. 4 seconds.
   • The programme is canceled and ends after approx. 1 minute.

Cleaning filters

1. After each wash check the filters for residue.
2. Turn the coarse filter anticlockwise and remove the filter system ⁠.
3. Pull down the microfilter to remove it.
4. Press the locking catches together and lift the coarse filter out ⁠.
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 and pull down to remove it ⁠.
2. Pull up the lower spray arm to remove it.
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 and press down ⁠.
   • The pump cover clicks into position.
8. Install the filter system.

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