BOSCH SHE53C85SS 300 Series Dishwasher User Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Bosch
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Dishwasher
300 and 500 series with Extra Dry™
Quick Start and Safety Guide
SHE53C85SS 300 Series Dishwasher
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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.
1.1 Safety definitions
Here you can find explanations of the safety signal words used in this manual.
WARNING
This indicates that death or serious injuries may occur as a result of non-
observance of this warning.
CAUTION
This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may occur as a result of non-
observance of this warning.
NOTICE:
This indicates that damage to the appliance or property may occur as a result
of non-compliance with this advisory.
Note: This alerts you to important information and/or tips.
1.2 General information
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the
following.
- Read and understand all instructions before using the appliance.
- Keep the provided documents in a safe place for future reference or for the next owner.
- Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit.
- Severe product damage and/or injury could result from the use of unqualified service technicians or non-original parts. All repairs must be performed by an authorized service provider using only original equipment factory replacement parts.
- NSF/ANSI 184 Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.
1.3 Intended use
Only use this appliance:
- for cleaning household dishware.
- In private households and in enclosed spaces in a residential environment.
- Up to an altitude of 13,100 ft (4000 m) above sea level.
1.4 Restrictive Use
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
1.5 Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded to a metal, permanent wiring system or an
equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dishwasher.
See the Installation Instructions included with this dishwasher for more
information on electrical requirements.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in risk of
electric shock.
▶ This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This appliance is 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.
▶ Read all instructions before using this dishwasher.
▶ Use this dishwasher only for its intended function, which is the washing of
household dishware and kitchenware rated as dishwasher safe.
▶ Only use detergents or rinsing agents recommended for use in a dishwasher,
and keep them out of the reach of children.
▶ Do not abuse, sit or stand on the door or dish racks of the dishwasher.
WARNING
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive.
▶ Before using a dishwasher that is connected to a hot water system that has
been unused for two weeks or longer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated
hydrogen gas. As the gas is explosive, do not smoke or use an open flame
during this time.
WARNING
To avoid risk of electric shock, observe the following.
▶ Only use the appliance in enclosed residential space according to the
installation manual.
▶ Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity.
▶ Do not use any steam cleaners or high-pressure cleaners to clean this
appliance. If not followed, excess moisture can accumulate.
WARNING
To avoid risk of injury, when loading items to be washed, observe the
following.
▶ Locate sharp items so they are not likely to damage the door seal.
▶ Load knives and other sharp utensils with their handles up to reduce the
risk of cut-type injuries.
▶ Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the
equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
▶ Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are in place.
▶ Do not tamper with or override controls and interlocks.
WARNING
For safe care and operation of your appliance, observe the following.
▶ Follow the safety instructions and directions for use on the detergent and
rinse aid product labels.
▶ Do not use harsh chemicals such as bleach-based products to clean your
dishwasher. Some bleach-based products can damage your dishwasher and may
present health hazards!
▶ Always use caution when opening the door during or following a wash cycle as
hot water or steam may escape.
Do not fully open the door until water noises have stopped and steam has
subsided.
▶ To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to
remain around or under the dishwasher.
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. See the installation instructions or contact your
installer for more information.
1.7 Risk to children
Follow these safety instructions if there are children in your home.
WARNING
To reduce risk of injury to children, observe the following.
▶ Do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.
▶ When children become old enough to operate the appliance, it is the
responsibility of the parents/legal guardians to ensure the children are
instructed in safe practices by qualified persons.
▶ Remove the dishwasher door to the washing compartment when removing an old
dishwasher for service or discarding.
1.8 State of California Proposition 65
Warnings
This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California, which
can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Therefore, the packaging of your
product may bear the following label as required by California:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm –
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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visit: www.bosch-home.com/us/service/get-support/owner-manuals. Type in the Model
Number which begins with ‘S’ and can be found inside the dishwasher
door:
Important: After pressing Start, the door must be shut within 4 seconds,
otherwise the operation will be paused. If the door is open for more than 4
seconds, or there is any other cycle interruption, press the Start button
again. This is to protect against unintentional operation, e.g. by children.
Getting started
Tip: Connect your appliance to the Home Connect® app. You can conveniently adjust the settings and download additional cycles and options with the app.
2.1 Add Detergent
Use detergent tabs, fresh powdered detergent or liquid detergent.
For quick cycles, use powdered or liquid detergent instead of tabs.
Tip: The dispenser lid should slide closed easily.
To close the cover, push until it clicks.
2.2 Add rinse aid
This dishwasher is designed to be used with rinse aid, which enhances drying
results and shine.
Tip: Remove lid of the bottle for easier pouring and avoid the air vent.
NOTICE: The amount of rinse aid dispensed can be adjusted in the
settings. Only change the setting if streaks remain on the dishes (lower the
amount), or if dishes are not getting dry enough (increase the amount).
2.3 Start your dishwasher
- Press the On/Off button with a short 1 second press.
- Select a cycle and option if desired.
- Press Start.
Note: All buttons have ‘Touch’ control and require only a short gentle touch.
Tips
3.1 Loading tips
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WARNING
- Load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down. Failure to do so may result in injury.
- To avoid risk of injury, always use caution when opening the door during or following a wash cycle as hot water or steam may escape. Do not fully open the door until water noises have stopped and steam has subsided.
3.2 Maintenance tips
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Clean surfaces with damp cloth and mild soap.
NOTICE: Do not use abrasives or bleach based cleaners. Do not use stainless steel cleaner on black stainless or anti-finger print surfaces. -
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It is also recommended to run Machine Care program to keep the tub clean. It is accessible through the Home Connect® app.’
3.2 Usage tips
- Use rinse aid.
- Scrape food off, do not rinse.
- Using the Rackmatic® , adjust height of the upper rack for large items by pushing in on the side levers.
Cycles and Options
Cycles| Level of dirt| What it does| Examples
of dishes
---|---|---|---
Heavy| Baked- on/ greasy| Cleans intensively, in- creases cycle length and
temperature| Baked-on lasagna casserole
Auto| Not baked-on| Adjusts time and intensity automatical- ly by soil
sensing| Everyday load
Normal| Not baked-on| Cleans using less energy and water| Everyday load
Speed60®| Light, not dried on| Shortens cycle to 1 hour, includes drying|
Everyday load
Favorite| At one touch, access a saved Cycle and Option combination. Set this
up in the Home Connect app or press Favorite for 3 seconds and it stores the
currently selected program/ option combination.
Remote Start| Allows user to start the dishwasher remotely. See the Home
Connect® app.
Rinse| Fresh, not dried on| Quick rinse, using less water than hand rinsing|
Everyday load, to use between cycles
Machine Care| An intense program to clean the tub. Run without dishes.
Sanitize| Any| Increases cycle length and temperature for disinfection|
Cutting boards, bottles
---|---|---|---
Extra Dry™| Any| Raises the temperature and extends the drying time| Everyday
dishes
HalfLoad| Light| Shortens cycle, for lightly soiled dishes.| Everyday dishes
Eco| Any| Increases run time but reduces energy and water consumption| Any
Delay*| Any| Allows you to delay the start of the cycle up to 24 hours.| Any
- Available through the Home Connect® app only, and depending on your model.
Tip: You can use the Home Connect® app to access additional cycles and options and save them. Additionally, you can use the
Smart Cycle feature in Home connect app to help choose the best cycle and options for you.
Note: The Energy Guide label was based on the Normal cycle as follows: The unit was tested without any rinse aid (liquid) in the rinse aid dispenser. A single dose of detergent was inserted into the detergent dispenser, and no detergent was used in the prewash.
Settings
5.1 Available Settings
Below are some commonly used settings. To see all the settings refer to the
full online manual or go to Dishwasher » Settings in the Home Connect® app.
| Setting | Factory setting | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rinse Aid Off/Low/Medium/High | Medium | Setting to adjust the amount of rinse |
aid used in each cycle.
Intensive drying Off/On| Off| Setting to increase drying ability for glasses
or plastic. Increases cycle length and temperature.
End of cycle tone Off/Low/Medium/High| Medium| The volume of the tone
signalling the end of cycle.
5.2 Adjusting the settings
First Steps to adjust any setting:
Open the door and press the ON/OFF button.
Hold down Button A for 3 seconds, until the Rinse Aid indicator light flashes.
Release button, then follow steps below to adjust specific setting.
To adjust the rinse aid:
- Press the Start button repeatedly until the right amount of rinse aid has been set. 0 (off), 1(low), 2(medium), or 3(high) LEDs above cycle buttons will light up accordingly.
- Press button A for 3 seconds to save the setting.
To turn on intensive drying:
- Press button A until the Clean and Sanitize lights flash.
- Press the Start button until 1 LED light above the heavy cycle button is on (intensive dry is on).
- Press button A for 3 seconds to save the setting.
To adjust the signal volume:
- Press button A until the Clean and Rinse Aid lights flash.
- Press the Start button repeatedly until the preferred volume level has been selected. 0 (off), 1(low), 2(medium), or 3(high) LEDs above cycle buttons will light up accordingly.
- Press button A for 3 seconds to save the setting.
To reset to factory settings:
- Press button A until the Clean, Sanitize and Rinse Aid lights flash.
- Press the Start button. The 3 LEDs above cycle buttons will blink alternatively for 1 minute. The factory settings have been restored.
Tip: The simplest way to change the settings is with the Home Connect® app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is food remaining on dishes after I run the cycle?
• It is possible the dishes do not have adequate clearance between them. Also, be sure nothing is blocking the spray arms and that the filter is clean. Select the Heavy cleaning cycle.
Q: Why does the cycle run a long time?
• Sensors in the dishwasher automatically increase the cycle time to ensure a good wash when heavy soil is detected. • Incoming water may not be hot enough and dishwasher has to heat it.
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