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Table of contents
Safety ............................................... 4 Features......................................... 22
General information.......................... 4 Top basket ..................................... 22
Intended use..................................... 4 Bottom basket ................................ 23
Restriction on user group................. 4 Cutlery drawer ................................ 23
Safe installation ................................ 5 Etagere ........................................... 24
Safe use ........................................... 6 Folding prongs ............................... 24
Damaged appliance ......................... 8 Baking sheet spray head ............... 24
Risk to children ................................ 8 Extra Clean Zone ........................... 25
Safety systems ................................. 9 Basket heights................................ 26
Preventing material damage ........ 10 Before using for the first time ...... 26
Safe installation .............................. 10 Performing the initial configura-
Safe use ......................................... 10 tion.................................................. 26
Childproof lock.............................. 11 Water softening system................ 27

Electric childproof lock................... 11 Overview of water hardness set-
tings................................................ 27
Environmental protection and Setting the water softening sys-
saving energy................................ 11 tem ................................................. 27
Disposing of packaging ................. 11 Special salt ..................................... 28
Saving energy................................. 11 Switching off the water softening
Zeolith drying ............................ 11 system ............................................ 28
AquaSensor.................................... 12 Regeneration of the water
Sensors .......................................... 12 softening system ............................ 29
Installation and connection.......... 12 Rinse aid system........................... 29

Scope of supply ............................. 12 Rinse aid ........................................ 29
Installing and connecting the ap- Setting the amount of rinse aid ...... 30
pliance ............................................ 13 Switching the rinse aid system
Drainage connection ...................... 13 off ................................................... 30
Drinking water connection ............. 13
Detergent ....................................... 30
Electrical connection ...................... 14
Suitable detergents ........................ 30
Familiarising yourself with Unsuitable detergents .................... 32
your appliance............................... 15 Information on detergents .............. 32
Appliance ....................................... 15 Adding detergent ........................... 32
Controls .......................................... 16
Tableware ...................................... 33
Programmes .................................. 19 Damage to glass and tableware .... 33
Information for test institutes .......... 21 Arrange tableware .......................... 34
Favourite .................................... 21 Removing tableware....................... 35
Additional functions ..................... 21 Basic operation ............................. 35

Opening appliance door ................ 35
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Switching on the appliance ............ 35 Protect appliance from frost........... 59

Setting a programme ..................... 35 Transporting the appliance ............ 59
Setting additional functions ............ 35 Disposing of old appliance ............ 59
Setting timer programming ............ 35
Customer Service.......................... 59
Starting the programme ................. 36
Product number (E-Nr.), produc-
Interrupting programme ................. 36
tion number (FD) and consecut-
Terminate programme.................... 36 ive numbering (Z-Nr.) ..................... 60
Switching off appliance .................. 36 AQUA-STOP guarantee .................. 60
Basic settings................................ 37 Technical specifications............... 60
Overview of basic settings ............. 37 Information regarding Free and
Changing basic settings................. 39 Open Source Software ................... 61
Home Connect .............................. 39 Declaration of Conformity .............. 61
Home Connect quick start ............. 39
Home Connect settings.................. 40
Remote Start ............................ 40
Remote Diagnostics ...................... 40
Software update ............................. 40
Data protection............................... 40
Cleaning and servicing ................. 41
Cleaning the tub ............................. 41
Self-cleaning of the appliance ........ 41
Cleaning products .......................... 41
Tips on appliance care................... 41
Machine Care .......................... 41
Filter system ................................... 43
Cleaning spray arms ...................... 44
Troubleshooting............................ 45
Appliance safety ............................. 45
Error code / Fault display / Sig-
nal................................................... 46
Washing results .............................. 48
Home Connect problem................. 54
Information on display panel.......... 55
Malfunctions ................................... 55
Mechanical damage....................... 56
Noise .............................................. 56
Clean wastewater pump................. 58
Transportation, storage and
disposal ......................................... 58
Removing the appliance ................ 58
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Safety
Please read the safety information to ensure that you use the ap-
pliance safely.
General information
¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. Only this will ensure you
use the appliance safely and efficiently.
¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe
for future reference or for the next owner.
¡ Check the appliance after unpacking it. Do not connect the ap-
pliance if it has been damaged in transit.
Intended use
Read the information on intended use to ensure that you use the
appliance correctly and safely.
Only use this appliance:
¡ For cleaning household tableware.
¡ In private households and in enclosed spaces in a domestic en-
vironment.
¡ Up to an altitude of max. 2500 m above sea level.
Restriction on user group

Avoid risks to children and vulnerable persons.
This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by
people who have reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or
inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are
supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance
safely and have understood the resulting dangers.
Children must not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by chil-
dren unless they are being supervised.
Keep children under the age of 8 years away from the appliance
and power cable.
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Safety en
Safe installation
Follow these safety instructions when installing the appliance.
WARNING ‒ Risk of injury!
Improper installation may cause injury.
▶ When installing and connecting the appliance, follow the in-
structions in the manual and installation instructions.
WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock!
¡ Improper installation is dangerous.
▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with
the specifications on the rating plate.
▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating
current only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
▶ The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical
installation must be properly installed.
▶ Never equip the appliance with an external switching
device, e.g. a timer or remote control.
▶ When the appliance is installed, the mains plug of the
power cord must be freely accessible. If free access is not
possible, an all-pole isolating switch must be installed in the
permanent electrical installation according to the installation
regulations.
▶ When installing the appliance, check that the power cable is
not trapped or damaged.
¡ Cutting through the supply hose or immersing the Aqua-Stop
valve in water is dangerous.
▶ Never immerse the plastic housing in water. The plastic
housing on the supply hose contains an electric valve.
▶ Never cut through the supply hose. The supply hose con-
tains electric power cables.
WARNING ‒ Risk of fire!
It is dangerous to use an extended power cord and non-ap-
proved adapters.
▶ Do not use extension cables or multiple socket strips.
▶ If the power cord is too short, contact Customer Service.
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▶ Only use adapters approved by the manufacturer.

Hinges move when opening and closing the appliance door
and can cause injury.
▶ If built-under or integrable appliances are not in a cavity so
that one side is accessible, the hinge area must be covered
at the side. Covers are available from Customer Service or
specialist outlets.
WARNING ‒ Risk of tipping!
Improper installation may cause the appliance to tip up.
▶ Only install built-under or integrable appliances under a
continuous worktop that is securely connected to adjacent
cabinets.
Safe use
WARNING ‒ Risk of serious harm to health!
Failure to comply with safety instructions and directions for
use on packagings of detergent and rinse aid products may
cause serious harm to health.
▶ Follow the safety instructions and directions for use on the
packagings of detergent and rinse aid products.
WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion!
¡ Adding solvents to the interior of the appliance may cause ex-
plosions.
▶ Never add solvents to the interior of the appliance.
¡ Highly caustic alkaline or highly acidic cleaning agents in con-
junction with aluminium parts in the interior of the appliance
may cause explosions.
▶ Never use highly caustic alkaline or highly acidic cleaning
agents, in particular commercial or industrial products, in
conjunction with aluminium parts (e.g. grease filters of ex-
tractor hoods or aluminium pans), e.g. for the Machine Care
programme.
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Safety en

¡ Leaving the appliance door open may result in injury.
▶ Only open the appliance door to load or unload tableware
in order to prevent accidents, e.g. through tripping.
▶ Do not sit or stand on the appliance door when open.
¡ Knives and utensils with sharp points can cause injuries.
▶ Arrange knives and utensils with sharp points in the cutlery
basket with the points downwards, on the knife shelf or in
the cutlery drawer.
WARNING ‒ Risk of scalding!
If you open the appliance door while the programme is run-
ning, hot water may splash out of the appliance.
▶ Open the appliance door carefully if the programme is still
running.
¡ An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock.
▶ Only use the appliance in enclosed spaces.
▶ Never expose the appliance to intense heat or humidity.
▶ Do not use steam- or high-pressure cleaners to clean the
appliance.
¡ If the insulation of the power cord is damaged, this is danger-
ous.
▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with hot appli-
ance parts or heat sources.
▶ Never let the power cord come into contact with sharp
points or edges.
▶ Never kink, crush or modify the power cord.
WARNING ‒ Risk of burns!
The blow opening of the Zeolith container becomes hot and
can cause burns.
▶ Never touch the blow opening of the Zeolith container.
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Damaged appliance
Follow the safety instructions if the appliance is damaged.
¡ If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is danger-
ous.
▶ Never operate a damaged appliance.
▶ Never operate an appliance with a cracked or fractured sur-
face.
▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Al-
ways unplug the appliance at the mains.
▶ If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately
unplug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box
and turn off the water tap.
▶ "Call Customer Service." → Page 59
▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by
trained specialist staff.
¡ Incorrect repairs are dangerous.
▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by
trained specialist staff.
▶ Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance.
▶ If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be
replaced with a special connection cable, which is available
from the manufacturer or his Customer Service.
Risk to children
Follow the safety instructions if there are children in your home.
WARNING ‒ Risk of suffocation!
¡ Children may put packaging material over their heads or wrap
themselves up in it and suffocate.
▶ Keep packaging material away from children.
▶ Do not let children play with packaging material.
¡ Children may breathe in or swallow small parts, causing them
to suffocate.
▶ Keep small parts away from children.
▶ Do not let children play with small parts.
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Safety en
WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health!

Children can lock themselves in the appliance, thereby putting
their lives at risk.
▶ With redundant appliances, unplug the power cord. Then
cut through the cord and damage the lock on the appliance
door beyond repair so that the appliance door will no longer
close.
WARNING ‒ Risk of crushing!
With higher-level appliances, children can become crushed
between the appliance door and cabinet doors underneath.
▶ Keep an eye on children when opening and closing the ap-
pliance door.
WARNING ‒ Risk of chemical burns!
Rinse aid and detergent may cause chemical burns to the
mouth, throat and eyes.
▶ Keep children away from detergent and rinse aid products.
▶ Keep children away from the appliance when open. The wa-
ter in the interior of the dishwasher is not drinking water. It
may contain residues of detergents and rinse aid.
Children may get their fingers caught in the slots of the tablet
collecting tray and injure themselves.
▶ Keep children away from the appliance when open.
WARNING ‒ Risk of suffocation!
Children may become trapped in the appliance and suffocate.
▶ Use the childproof lock if fitted.
▶ Never let children play with or operate the appliance.
Safety systems
Protect children from possible hazards resulting from the appli-
ance.
The appliance is equipped with a "Childproof lock " → Page 11.
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Preventing material damage
▶ Only use the water hoses sup-

Preventing material dam- plied with the appliance or genu-
age ine spare hoses.
▶ Never re-use water hoses that
have been used before.
Preventing material damage
Safe installation ¡ If the water pressure is too high or

too low, this may impair function-
Follow the instructions when installing ing of the appliance.
the appliance. ▶ Make sure that the water pres-
sure in the water supply system
ATTENTION!
is min. 50 kPa (0,5 bar) and
¡ Improper installation of the appli-
max. 1000 kPa (10 bar).
ance may cause damage.
▶ If the water pressure exceeds
▶ If the dishwasher is installed
the maximum value specified, a
above or below other domestic
pressure-reducing valve must be
appliances, follow the informa-
installed between the drinking
tion on installation in combina-
water connection and the hose
tion with a dishwasher in the in-
set of the appliance.
stallation instructions for the in-
dividual appliances.
▶ If there is no information or if the
Safe use
installation instructions do not in- Follow the instructions when using
clude the relevant information, the appliance.
contact the manufacturer of
these appliances to check that ATTENTION!
the dishwasher can be installed ¡ Escaping water vapour can dam-
above or below these appli- age fitted units.
ances. ▶ When the programme ends,
▶ If no information is available leave the appliance to cool
from the manufacturer, the dish- down for a while before opening
washer should not be installed the door.
above or below such appli- ¡ Special salt can damage the tub
ances. due to corrosion.
▶ To ensure the safe operation of ▶ To make sure that any special
all domestic appliances, con- salt that escapes is washed out
tinue following the installation in- of the tub, add the special salt
structions for the dishwasher. to the dispenser for special salt
▶ Do not install the dishwasher un- immediately before the pro-
der a hob. gramme starts.
▶ Do not install the dishwasher ¡ Detergent may damage the water
near heat sources, e.g. radiat- softening system.
ors, heat storage tanks, ovens ▶ Only fill the dispenser of the wa-
or other appliances that gener- ter softening system with special
ate heat. dishwasher salt.
¡ Modified or damaged water hoses ¡ Unsuitable cleaning agents may
may result in material damage and damage the appliance.
damage to the appliance. ▶ Do not use a steam cleaner.
▶ Never kink, crush, modify or cut
through water hoses.
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Childproof lock en
▶ So as not to scratch the finish Environmental protection and saving energy
on the appliance, do not use Environmental protection

sponges with a rough surface or and saving energy
abrasive cleaning agents.
▶ To prevent corrosion, do not use
Environmental protection and saving energy
sponge cloths on dishwashers Disposing of packaging

with a stainless steel front or
rinse such cloths thoroughly The packaging materials are environ-
several times before using them mentally compatible and can be re-
for the first time. cycled.
▶ Sort the individual components by
Childproof lock
type and dispose of them separ-
Childproof lock ately.
The childproof lock lets you protect Saving energy

Childproof lock
children from possible hazards result-

ing from the appliance. If you follow these instructions, your
The appliance is equipped with an appliance will use less electricity and
electrical childproof lock. less water.
Electric childproof lock Use the Eco 50 ° programme.

The Eco 50 ° programme is en-
The electric childproof lock makes it ergy-efficient and environmentally
more difficult to open the appliance friendly.
door. → "Programmes", Page 19
You can activate or deactivate the
electric childproof lock in the "Basic Change the sensor setting to the de-
settings" → Page 37. fault.
Consumption is reduced.
WARNING → "Sensors", Page 12
Risk of suffocation!
Children may become trapped in the Zeolith drying automatically helps to
appliance and thus suffocate. save energy.
▶ Activate the electric childproof lock → "Zeolith drying ", Page 11
and close the appliance door.
→ "Opening appliance door", Zeolith drying
Page 35
The appliance features a Zeolith con-
tainer. Zeolith drying lets you save
energy.
Zeolite is a mineral that can store
moisture and heat energy and then
release them again.
During dishwashing heat energy is
used to heat up the washing water
and dry the mineral.
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During the drying phase moisture Sensor setting Description

from the interior of the dishwasher is
SE:00 Optimum setting for a
stored in the mineral and heat energy
mixed load and heavily
is released. The heat energy is blown
soiled tableware. Saves
out into the interior of the dishwasher
both energy and water.
with dry air. This speeds up and im-
proves drying. SE:01 Adjusts the programme
Zeolith drying therefore saves a great strength for effective re-
deal of energy. moval of food remnants
even with low soiling
Tip: To avoid impairing Zeolith drying levels. Energy and water
performance, do not position table- consumption are adjusted
ware parts directly in front of the in- accordingly.
take opening or the blow opening of
the Zeolith container. SE:02 Adjusts the programme
Do not position heat-sensitive table- strength for difficult condi-
ware parts directly in front of the blow tions of use, e.g. stubborn
opening of the Zeolith container. dried-on food remnants.
→ "Appliance", Page 15 Recommended setting
when using organic or eco-
AquaSensor logical detergents contain-
ing low levels of active
The AquaSensor is an optical meas- agents. Energy and water
uring device (light barrier) which consumption are adjusted
measures the turbidity of the rinsing accordingly.
water. You can save water with the
AquaSensor.
Use of the AquaSensor depends on
Installation and connection
the programme. If the soiling level is Installation and connec-

high, the rinsing water is drained off tion
and replaced with fresh water. If the Installation and connection
soiling level is lower, the rinsing wa-

ter is used in the next wash cycle, so Scope of supply
reducing water consumption by 3-6
litres. In the automatic programmes After unpacking all parts, check for
the temperature and run time are ad- any damage in transit and complete-
ditionally adjusted to the level of soil- ness of the delivery.
ing. If you have any complaints, contact
the dealer who sold you the appli-
ance or our Customer Service.
Sensors
Note: The appliance has been tested
The sensors adjust the programme at the factory to check it is in working
sequence and strength in the auto- order. It is possible that water has left
matic programmes depending on the marks on the appliance. These
level and type of soiling. marks will disappear after the first
The sensor has different sensitivity wash cycle.
settings that can be changed in the
basic settings. The delivery consists of the following:
¡ Dishwasher
¡ Operating instructions
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Installation and connection en
¡ Installation Instructions Drainage connection

¡ Warranty
¡ Installation material Connect your appliance to drainage
¡ Steam guard plate connection so dirty water is dis-
¡ Salt filling aid funnel charged via the wash cycle.
¡ Mains cable Installing the drainage connection
¡ Quick reference guide
1. Consult the installation instructions
Installing and connecting the supplied for the steps required
here.
appliance 2. Connect the wastewater hose to
You can position your built-under or the outlet connection of the siphon
integrable appliance in a fitted kit- using the enclosed parts.
chen between wooden and plastic 3. When doing so, check that the
walls. If you subsequently install your wastewater hose is not kinked,
dishwasher as a free-standing appli- crushed or twisted.
ance, you must stop it from tipping 4. Also check that there is no cover
over, e.g. by screwing it to the wall or in the drainage system preventing
installing it under a continuous work- the wastewater from being dis-
top that is securely connected to ad- charged.
jacent cabinets.
1. "Follow the safety instructions." Drinking water connection
→ Page 4
Connect your appliance to a drinking
2. "Follow the instructions for elec- water connection.
trical connection." → Page 14
3. Check the Scope of supply and Installing the drinking water
the condition of the appliance. connection
4. Consult the installation instructions Note
for the installation dimensions re- ¡ If you are replacing the appliance,
quired. you must use a new water supply
5. Make the appliance level using the hose.
height-adjustable feet.
1. Consult the installation instructions
Make sure that the appliance is supplied for the steps required
standing on the floor securely. here.
6. "Install the drainage connection." 2. Connect the appliance to the drink-
→ Page 13 ing water connection using the en-
7. "Install the drinking water connec- closed parts.
tion." → Page 13 Observe the "Technical data"
8. Connect the appliance to the → Page 60.
power supply. 3. When doing so, check that the
drinking water connection is not
kinked, crushed or twisted.
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Electrical connection
Connect your appliance to the power
supply.
Connecting the appliance to the
electricity supply
Notes
¡ Please follow the "Safety instruc-
tions" → Page 5.
¡ Connect the appliance to alternat-
ing current only, in the range of
220 - 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
¡ Please note that the water safety
system is only functional if there is
a power supply.
1. Insert the non-heating appliance
plug of the power cable into the
appliance.
2. Insert the mains plug of the appli-
ance into a nearby socket.
The connection data for the appli-
ance can be found on the rating
plate.
3. Check that the mains plug is inser-
ted properly.
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Familiarising yourself with your appliance en
Familiarising yourself with your appliance

Appliance
You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here.
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1 Rating plate Rating plate with "E number and FD number"

→ Page 60.
The data you need for "Customer Service"
→ Page 59.
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Depending on the appliance specifications
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2 Detergent dispenser "Detergent" → Page 30 is added to the detergent

dispenser.
3 Bottom basket "Bottom basket" → Page 23
4 Dispenser for special salt Add the special salt to the dispenser for special salt.
→ "Water softening system", Page 27
5 Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the tableware in the bot-
tom basket.
If the tableware has not been washed properly, clean
the spray arms.
→ "Cleaning spray arms", Page 44
6 Tablet collecting tray During the wash cycle tablets automatically fall out of
the detergent dispenser into the tablet collecting tray
where they can fully dissolve.
7 Top basket Top basket
8 Cutlery drawer "Cutlery drawer" → Page 23

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9 Cutlery shelf "Cutlery shelf" → Page 24
10 Upper spray arm The upper spray arm washes the tableware in the top
basket.
If the tableware has not been washed properly, clean
the spray arms.
→ "Cleaning spray arms", Page 44
11 Intake opening of the Zeolith con- The intake opening is required for "Zeolith drying"
tainer → Page 11.
12 Blow opening of the Zeolith con- The blow opening is required for "Zeolith drying "
tainer → Page 11.
13 Filter system "Filter system" → Page 43
14 Dispenser for rinse aid Add rinse aid to the dispenser for rinse aid.
→ "Rinse aid system", Page 29
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Controls
You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and
to obtain information about the operating status.
With some buttons you can perform different functions.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
13 12 11 10 9 8
1 ON/OFF button and reset button "Switching on the appliance" → Page 35
"Switching off the appliance" → Page 36
"Terminating the programme" → Page 36
2 Programme buttons "Programmes" → Page 19
3 Display The display shows information about the remain-

ing running time or the basic settings. You can
change the basic settings via the display and the
setting buttons.
→ "Changing basic settings", Page 39
4 Timer programming and setting but- "Setting timer programming" → Page 35
tons "Changing basic settings" → Page 39
5 Remote Start → "Remote Start ", Page 40
6 Programme buttons and additional "Programmes" → Page 19

functions "Additional functions" → Page 21
7 Start button "Starting the programme" → Page 36
8 WLAN display "Home Connect" → Page 39
9 Water supply display Display for water supply

1
10 Door opener "Opening the appliance door" → Page 35
11 Special salt refill indicator "Water softening system" → Page 27
12 Rinse aid refill indicator "Rinse aid system" → Page 29

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13 button If you press for approx. 3 seconds,

you can open the basic settings.
→ "Changing basic settings", Page 39
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Programmes en
Programmes
Programmes
You can find an overview of the pro- ning time will change if the rinse aid
Programmes
grammes that can be selected here. system is switched off or rinse aid
Different programmes, which can be needs to be added.
found on the control panel of your The consumption values can be
appliance, are available depending found in the quick reference guide.
on the appliance configuration. The consumption values relate to
The running time may vary depend- normal conditions and a water hard-
ing on the programme selected. The ness of 16 - 20 °E. Different influen-
running time depends on the water cing factors such as water temperat-
temperature, the quantity of table- ure or pipe pressure may result in
ware, the level of soiling and the ad- deviations.
ditional function selected. The run-
Programme: Use Programme sequence Additional func-

tions
Tableware: Intensive: All
¡ Washing pots and pans, ¡ Pre-Rinse → "Additional
Intensive 70°
non-fragile tableware and ¡ Cleaning 70 °C functions",
cutlery. ¡ Intermediate rinse Page 21
Level of soiling: ¡ Final rinse 50 °C
¡ Removing stubborn ¡ Drying
burned or dried-on food
remnants containing
starch and protein.
Tableware: Sensor-controlled: All
¡ Cleaning mixed table- ¡ Optimised by sensors de- → "Additional
Auto 45-65°
ware and cutlery. pending on the soiling of functions",
Level of soiling: the rinsing water. Page 21
¡ Removing common
household food remnants
lightly dried-on.
Tableware: Most economical pro- All
¡ Cleaning mixed table- gramme: → "Additional
Eco 50°
ware and cutlery. ¡ Pre-Rinse functions",
Level of soiling: ¡ Cleaning 50 °C Page 21
¡ Removing common ¡ Intermediate rinse
household food remnants ¡ Final rinse 35 °C
lightly dried-on. ¡ Drying
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Programme: Use Programme sequence Additional func-

tions
Tableware: Reduced noise: All
¡ Cleaning mixed table- ¡ Pre-Rinse → "Additional
Silence 50°
ware and cutlery. ¡ Cleaning 50 °C functions",
Level of soiling: ¡ Intermediate rinse Page 21
¡ Removing common ¡ Final rinse 35 °C
household food remnants ¡ Drying
lightly dried-on.
Tableware: Particularly gentle: Extra Dry
¡ Cleaning delicate table- ¡ Pre-Rinse IntensiveZone
Glass 40°
ware, cutlery, temperat- ¡ Cleaning 40 °C SpeedPerfect+
ure-sensitive plastics, ¡ Intermediate rinse → "Additional
glasses and stemware in ¡ Final rinse 50 °C functions",
the stemware basket. ¡ Drying Page 21
Level of soiling:
¡ Removing lightly adher-
ing fresh food remnants.
Tableware: Time-optimised: All
¡ Cleaning mixed table- ¡ Cleaning 60 °C → "Additional
Express 60°
ware and cutlery. ¡ Intermediate rinse functions",
Level of soiling: ¡ Final rinse 50 °C Page 21
¡ Removing common ¡ Drying
household food remnants
lightly dried-on.
Tableware: Time-optimised: Extra Dry
¡ Cleaning delicate table- ¡ Cleaning 45 °C → "Additional
Express 45°
ware, cutlery, temperat- ¡ Intermediate rinse functions",
ure-sensitive plastics and ¡ Final rinse 50 °C Page 21
glasses.
Level of soiling:
¡ Removing lightly adher-
ing fresh food remnants.
Only when using unloaded Machine Care 70 °C None
appliance.
Machine Care
- - -
Favourite
Note: The relatively long running time

in the Eco 50 ° programme is due to
longer soaking and drying times. This
results in optimal consumption val-
ues.
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Additional functions en
Information for test institutes a flashes.

a The programme and the additional
Test institutes are provided with in- function are saved.
formation for comparability tests, e.g. Tip: To reset the programme, either
according to EN60436. use the Home Connect app or reset
These are the conditions for conduct- your appliance back to the factory
ing the tests, however they are not settings.
the results or consumption values. → "Overview of basic settings",
E-mail enquiries to: dishwasher@test- Page 37
appliances.com
The product number (E-Nr.) and the
production number (FD) are required Additional functions
here. They can be found on the rat- Additional functions

ing plate on the appliance door.
You can find an overview of the addi-
Additional functions
Favourite tional functions that can be selected

here. Different additional functions,
You can save a combination of a pro- which can be found on the control
gramme and an additional function to panel of your appliance, are available
the button. depending on the appliance configur-
You can save the program via the ation.
Home Connect app or on the appli-
ance. Additional func- Use
The pre-rinse program is saved to tion
this button at the factory. Pre-rinse is ¡ The run time is
suitable for all types of tableware. shortened by 15% to
SpeedPerfect+
The tableware undergoes intermedi- 75% depending on the
ate cleaning via cold rinsing. rinse programme.
¡ The additional function
Tip: You can use the Home Connect
can be activated before
app to download additional pro-
the start of the pro-
grammes and save them to the
gramme and at any
button.1
time when the pro-
Save Favourite on the appliance. gramme is running.
¡ Energy and water con-
1. Open the appliance door. sumption are increased.
2. Press ⁠.
3. Press the right programme button.
→ "Programmes", Page 19
4. Press the button for the relevant
additional function.
→ "Additional functions", Page 21
5. Press for approx. 3 seconds.
a The selected programme and the
additional function will flash.
1
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Additional func- Use Top basket

tion
Arrange cups and glasses in the top
¡ Switch on with mixed basket.
loads containing table-
IntensiveZone
ware with different soil-
ing levels, e.g. place
very soiled pots and
pans in the bottom bas-
ket and normally soiled
tableware in the upper
basket.
¡ The spray pressure in
the bottom basket is in-
creased and the max-
imum programme tem-
perature held longer.
This will increase the You can adjust the height of the top
run time and energy basket to make room for larger items
consumption. of tableware.
¡ For a better drying res- Adjusting top basket with side
ult the final rinse tem- levers
Extra Dry
perature is increased
and the drying phase To wash large items of tableware in
extended. the baskets, adjust the shelf position
¡ Especially suitable for of the top basket.
drying plastic parts. 1. Pull out the top basket.
¡ There is a slight in- 2. To prevent the basket from sud-
crease in energy con- denly dropping down, hold the
sumption and the run side of the basket by the top edge.
time is extended. 3. Press in the levers on the right and
left on the outside of the basket.
Features
Features
You can find an overview of the pos-
Features
sible features of your appliance and

how to use them here.
These features depend on the model
of your appliance.
The basket can then slip down

slightly.
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4. Raise or lower the basket evenly to

the right level.
→ "Basket heights", Page 26
Cutlery drawer
Check that the basket is level on Arrange cutlery in the cutlery drawer.
both sides.
5. Slide the basket back in.
Bottom basket
Arrange pans and plates in the bot-
tom basket.
Arrange cutlery with the points and

sharp edges downwards.
Large plates up to a diameter of

31 cm can be arranged in the bottom
basket as shown.
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Etagere 1. Push the lever forwards and fold

down the prongs ⁠.
Use the cutlery shelf and space un-
derneath for small cups and glasses
or for large items of cutlery, e.g.
cooking spoons or serving cutlery. 1 2
2. To use the prongs again, fold them

back up.
a The prongs audibly click into posi-
tion.
If you do not need the cutlery shelf,
you can fold it up. Baking sheet spray head
Use the baking sheet spray head to
Folding prongs clean large items of tableware, e.g.
Use the folding prongs to position trays, grilles and plates.
tableware securely, e.g. plates.
Arrange max. 2 baking sheets and

You can fold the prongs down to po- 2 grilles as shown to ensure that the
sition pans, bowls and glasses spray jet can reach all parts.
better.1 Note: Check that the appliance is al-
ways operated with the top basket or
Folding down prongs1
the baking sheet spray head.
If you do not need the prongs, fold
them down.
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Inserting baking sheet spray head Extra Clean Zone

Use the baking sheet spray head in-
Use the Extra Clean Zone in the top
stead of the top basket to clean large
basket to clean soiled tableware thor-
trays, grilles and plates.
oughly, e.g. muesli bowls.
1. Remove top basket.
2. Insert the baking sheet spray head
in the holder and turn to the
right ⁠.
Selecting Extra Clean Zone

Note: Consumption will increase if
a The baking sheet spray head you operate your appliance with the
clicks into position. Extra Clean Zone switched on.
1. Pull out the top basket.
Removing baking sheet spray head 2. Set the slider to ON or OFF.
If you no longer require the baking
sheet spray head, remove it from the
appliance.
1. Turn the baking sheet spray head
anticlockwise and remove from the
holder.
2. Insert the top basket in the appli-
ance.
3. Push in the top basket.
Cleaning Extra Clean Zone

Limescale and soiling from the dish-
washing water can block the nozzles.
Note: Always operate the appliance
with the Extra Clean Zone fitted.
1. Pull out the top basket.
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2. Pull the tab on the Extra Clean 5. Place the Extra Clean Zone in the
Zone up and forwards ⁠. top basket and lock in place ⁠.
3. Set the slider to ON. Check that the mounts are in the
4. Clean under running water. correct position.
a The Extra Clean Zone audibly
clicks into position ⁠.
6. Push in the top basket.
Basket heights
Set the baskets at the right height.
Appliance height 81.5 cm with cutlery drawer
Setting Top basket Bottom basket

1 max. ø 16 cm 31 cm
2 max. ø 18.5 cm 27.5 cm
3 max. ø 21 cm 25 cm
Before using for the first time
Home Connect app.

Before using for the → "Home Connect quick start",
first time Page 39
Requirement: "The appliance has
Configure the settings for initial start-
Before using for the first time
been installed and connected."

up. → Page 12
Performing the initial config- 1. "Add special salt." → Page 28
2. "Add rinse aid." → Page 29
uration
3. "Switch on the appliance."
On initial start-up or after a reset to → Page 35
the factory settings, you will need to 4. "Setting the water softening sys-
make settings. tem." → Page 27
Tip: Connect your appliance to a mo- 5. "Set the amount of rinse aid to be
bile device. You can conveniently dispensed." → Page 30
change all settings via the 6. "Add detergent" → Page 30.
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7. Start the Programme with the Water softening system
highest cleaning temperature Water softening system

without tableware.
Hard water leaves limescale on the
Water softening system
To remove any marks from water tableware as well as the washing

or other residues, we recommend tank and parts of the appliance may
you operate the appliance without become blocked.
tableware before using it for the To ensure good dishwashing results,
first time. you can treat the water with special
Tip: You can change these settings salt and the water softening system.
and other "Basic settings" To avoid damage to the appliance,
→ Page 37 at any time. water with a hardness above 9 °E
must be softened.
Overview of water hardness settings

You can find an overview of the water hardness values that can be selected
here.
You can find out how hard your water is from your local water company or by
using a water hardness tester.
Water hardness °E Hardness range mmol/l Setting value

0-8 Soft 0 - 1.1 H:00
9 - 10 Soft 1.2 - 1.4 H:01
11 - 12 Medium 1.5 - 1.8 H:02
13 - 15 Medium 1.9 - 2.1 H:03
16 - 20 Medium 2.2 - 2.9 H:04
21 - 26 Hard 3.0 - 3.7 H:05
27 - 38 Hard 3.8 - 5.4 H:06
39 - 62 Hard 5.5 - 8.9 H:07
Note: Set the water hardness determ- Setting the water softening
ined on your appliance.
→ "Setting the water softening sys-
system
tem", Page 27 Set the water hardness on your appli-
With a water hardness of 0 - 8 °E ance.
you can dispense with special salt
1. Determine the water hardness and
and switch off the water softening
the appropriate setting value.
system.
→ "Overview of water hardness set-
→ "Switching off the water softening
tings", Page 27
system", Page 28
2. Press ⁠.
3. To open the basic settings, press
for 3 seconds.
a The display shows H:xx.
a The display shows ⁠.
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4. Press or repeatedly until the 3. Note: Only use special salt for
right water hardness has been set. dishwashers.
The value H:04 is set at the fact- Do not use salt tablets.
ory. Do not use table salt.
5. To save the settings, press Add the special salt to the dis-
for 3 seconds. penser.
Special salt
You can use special salt to soften a
water.
Adding special salt
If the special salt refill indicator lights
up, add special salt to the dispenser
for special salt just before the pro-
gramme starts. The amount of spe-
cial salt required depends on the wa-
ter hardness: the higher the water Funnel 1
hardness, the greater the amount of Fill the dispenser right up with spe-
special salt required. cial salt. The water in the dis-
penser is displaced and forced
ATTENTION! out.
¡ Detergent may damage the water 4. Place the lid back on the dis-
softening system. penser and turn to close.
▶ Only fill the dispenser of the wa-
ter softening system with special
dishwasher salt. Switching off the water
¡ Special salt can damage the tub softening system
due to corrosion.
▶ To make sure that any special
If you find the special salt refill indic-
salt that escapes is washed out ator irritating, e.g. when using com-
of the tub, add the special salt bined detergents with salt replace-
to the dispenser for special salt ment substances, you can switch the
immediately before the pro- salt refill indicator off.
gramme starts. Note
To avoid damage to the appliance, only
1. Unscrew the lid of the dispenser switch off the water softening system in
for special salt and remove. the following cases:
2. On initial start-up: Fill the dispenser ¡ The water hardness is max. 26 °E
right up with water. and you are using combined deter-
gents with salt replacement sub-
stances. According to manufactur-
ers, combined detergents with salt
replacement substances can gen-
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28
Rinse aid system en
erally only be used up to a water Additional power consumption in 0.05

hardness of 26 °E without adding kWh
special salt.
¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. The consumption values specified
You do not need to use special are laboratory measurements determ-
salt. ined in accordance with the currently
applicable standard and using the
1. Press ⁠. Eco 50° programme and the factory
2. To open the basic settings, press value of the water hardness is set to
for 3 seconds. 16 - 20°E.
a The display shows ⁠. Rinse aid system
3. Press or repeatedly until the Rinse aid system

display shows H:00.
4. To save the settings, press You can use the rinse aid system
Rinse aid system
for 3 seconds. and rinse aid to get tableware and

a The water softening system is glasses rinsed perfectly without
switched off and the salt refill indic- marks.
ator is deactivated.
Rinse aid
Regeneration of the water
For optimum drying results, use rinse
softening system aid.
In order to obtain fault-free function of Only use rinse aid for domestic dish-
the water softening system, the appli- washers.
ance performs regeneration of the Adding rinse aid
water softening system at regular in-
tervals. If the rinse aid refill indicator lights
Regeneration of the water softening up, top up with rinse aid. Only use
system takes place before the end of rinse aid for domestic dishwashers.
the main rinse cycle in all pro- 1. Press the catch on the lid of the
grammes. It will increase the run time dispenser for rinse aid and lift
and consumption values, e.g. water ⁠.
and electricity.
Overview of consumption values
with regeneration the water 2
softening system
Here you can find an overview of the
maximum additional run time and
consumption values during regenera-
tion of the water softening system.
Regeneration of the water softening 7 1
system after x rinse cycles
Additional run time in minutes 7
Additional water consumption in 5
litres
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2. Add rinse aid up to the max mark. 5. To save the settings, press
for 3 seconds.
Switching the rinse aid sys-

tem off
If you find the rinse aid refill indicator
max irritating, e.g. when using combined
detergents with a rinse aid compon-
ent, you can switch the rinse aid sys-
tem off.
Tip: The function of rinse aid is lim-
ited with combined detergents. You
3. If rinse aid spills out, remove it
will generally get better results using
from the tub.
rinse aid.
Spilled rinse aid can cause ex-
cessive frothing during the wash 1. Press ⁠.
cycle. 2. To open the basic settings, press
4. Close the lid of the dispenser for for 3 seconds.
rinse aid. a The display shows H:xx.
a The lid clicks into position. a The display shows ⁠.
3. Press repeatedly until
the display shows the value set at
Setting the amount of rinse the factory r:05.
aid 4. Press or repeatedly until the
If there are streaks or water marks on display shows r:00.
tableware, change the amount of 5. To save the settings, press
rinse aid. for 3 seconds.
a The rinse aid system is switched
1. Press ⁠.
off and the rinse aid refill indicator
2. To open the basic settings, press is deactivated.
for 3 seconds.
a The display shows ⁠.
Detergent
3. Press repeatedly until

Detergent
the display shows the value set at Find out which detergents are suit-
Detergent
the factory r:05. able for your appliance.

4. Press or repeatedly until the
right amount of rinse aid has been Suitable detergents
set.
Only use detergents that are suitable
– A low setting adds less rinse aid
for dishwashers. Both separate and
during the wash cycle and re-
combined detergents are suitable.
duces streaking on tableware.
For optimum washing and drying res-
– A higher setting adds more
ults, use separate detergent, adding
rinse aid during the wash cycle,
reduces water marks and im- "Special salt" → Page 28 and "Rinse
proves the drying result. aid" → Page 29 separately.
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Detergent en
Modern, powerful detergents mainly Tip: Suitable detergents are available

use a low-alkaline formulation with online via our website or from "Cus-
enzymes. Enzymes break down tomer Service" → Page 59.
starch and remove protein. Oxygen-
based bleaching agents are generally Separate detergents
used to remove coloured marks, e.g. Separate detergents are products
tea or ketchup. that do not contain components other
Note: Follow the manufacturer's in- than detergent, e.g. powder deter-
structions for each detergent. gent or liquid detergent.
With powder and liquid detergent the
Detergent Description dosage can be individually adjusted
Tabs Tabs are suitable for all to the level of soiling of the table-
cleaning functions and do ware.
not need to be measured For better washing and drying results
out. and to avoid damage to the appli-
With shorter "Pro- ance, please additionally use "Spe-
grammes" → Page 19 tabs cial salt" → Page 28 and "Rinse aid"
sometimes do not dissolve → Page 29.
entirely and leave residues Combined detergent
of detergent. This may im-
pair the cleaning effect. Besides conventional separate deter-
gents, a number of products are
Powder deter- Powder detergent is re- available with additional functions.
gent commended for shorter These products contain not only de-
"Programmes" → Page 19. tergent but also rinse aid and salt re-
The dosage can be adjus- placement substances (3in1) and,
ted to the level of soiling. depending on the combination (4in1,
Liquid detergent Liquid detergent works 5in1, ...), additional components such
faster and is recommen- as glass protection or stainless steel
ded for shorter "Pro- cleaner.
grammes" → Page 19 According to manufacturers, com-
without PreRinse. bined detergents generally only func-
Sometimes liquid deter- tion up to a water hardness of 26 °E.
gent may leak out despite With a water hardness above 26 °E
the detergent dispenser you will need to add special salt and
being closed. This is not a rinse aid. For the best washing and
fault and is non-critical if drying results we recommend using
you remember the follow- special salt and rinse aid from a wa-
ing: ter hardness of 17 °E. If you are us-
¡ Only choose a pro- ing combined detergent, the washing
gramme without PreR- programme is adjusted automatically
inse. to ensure the best possible washing
¡ Do not select timer pro- and drying result.
gramming for starting
the programme.
The dosage can be adjus-
ted to the level of soiling.
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Unsuitable detergents ¡ The function of rinse aid is limited

with combined detergents. You will
Do not use detergent which could generally get better results using
cause damage to the appliance or rinse aid.
present a risk to health. ¡ Use tablets with a special drying
Detergent Description performance.
Hand washing-up Hand washing-up liquid Adding detergent
liquid can cause increased froth-
ing and damage the appli- 1. To open the detergent dispenser,
ance. press the locking latch.
Detergent con- Chlorine residue on table- 2. Add the detergent to the dry deter-
taining chlorine ware may present a risk to gent dispenser.
health.
50 ml
Information on detergents 25 ml
15 ml
Follow the instructions on detergents
in everyday use.
¡ Detergents marked as "organic" or
"ecological" (environmentally
friendly) generally contain lower
levels of active agents or com-
pletely dispense with certain sub-
stances. The cleaning effect may
be restricted here. If you are using tablets, one is
¡ Set the rinse aid and the water enough. Insert the tablets in a hori-
softening system to the separate zontal position.
detergent or combined detergent If you are using powder or liquid
in use. detergent, follow the manufac-
¡ According to manufacturers, com- turer's instructions and quantities
bined detergents with salt replace- for dosage in the detergent dis-
ment substances can only be used penser.
up to a certain water hardness, 20 ml – 25 ml detergent is suffi-
usually 26 °E, without adding spe- cient for normal soiling. If table-
cial salt. For the best washing and ware is only lightly soiled, slightly
drying results we recommend us- less than the amount of detergent
ing special salt from a water hard- specified is usually sufficient.
ness of 17 °E.
¡ To prevent sticking, only touch de-
tergents in a water-soluble pouch
with dry hands and only ever place
them in a dry detergent dispenser.
¡ Even if the rinse aid and special
salt refill indicators light up, wash-
ing programmes will run properly
with combined detergents.
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Tableware en
3. Close the lid of the detergent dis- Damage to glass and table-
penser.
ware
Avoid damage to glass and table-
ware.
Cause Recommendation
The following table- Only put tableware in
ware is not dish- the dishwasher if it is
washer-safe: marked as dish-
¡ Items of cutlery washer-safe by the
and tableware manufacturer.
made from wood
¡ Decorated glass-
a The lid clicks into position. ware, antique and
a The detergent dispenser will open hand-crafted table-
automatically at the optimum time ware
during the programme. Powder or ¡ Plastic parts not
liquid detergent will spread around resistant to heat
the washing tank and dissolve ¡ Tableware made
there. Tablets will fall into the tablet from copper or tin
collecting tray and dissolve in the ¡ Tableware soiled
right dosage. In order to ensure with ash, wax, lub-
that tablets can dissolve evenly, do ricating grease or
not place any other objects in the paint
tablet collecting tray. ¡ Very small items of
Tip: If you use powder detergent and tableware
select a program with pre-rinse, you Glass and tableware Only put glasses and
can also add a little detergent to the was not dishwasher- china in the dish-
interior door of the appliance. safe. washer if it is marked
as dishwasher-safe by
Tableware
the manufacturer.
Tableware The chemical com- Use a detergent
position of the deter- marked as gentle on
Only clean tableware that is suitable
Tableware
gent causes damage. tableware by the man-

for dishwashers. ufacturer.
Note: Decorated glassware and parts Highly caustic alkaline If you are using highly
made of aluminium or silver may or highly acidic clean- caustic alkaline or
fade or discolour with dishwashing. ing agents, in particu- highly acidic cleaning
Delicate types of glass may turn lar commercial or in- agents, in particular
cloudy after a few washing cycles. dustrial cleaning commercial or indus-
agents, are not suit- trial cleaning agents,
able for dishwashers do not put aluminium
in conjunction with parts in the dish-
aluminium. washer interior.
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Cause Recommendation To save resources, do not pre-

rinse tableware under running wa-
The water temperat- Select a programme
ter.
ure of the programme with lower temperat-
is too high. ures. 2. Observe the following when arran-
After the programme ging tableware:
has ended, take glass- – Put heavily soiled tableware in
ware and cutlery out the bottom basket, e.g. pans.
of the appliance The more powerful the spray jet,
without delay. the better the dishwashing result
will be.
Arrange tableware – To prevent damage to table-
ware, arrange it so it is stable
Arrange the tableware correctly to and cannot tip over.
optimise the dishwashing result and – To prevent injury, arrange cut-
prevent damage to both the appli- lery with the points and sharp
ance and tableware. edges downwards.
Tips – Position containers with the
¡ Using the appliance allows you to openings facing down so no wa-
save energy and water compared ter can collect in them.
to washing-up by hand. – Do not block the spray arms -
¡ See our website for examples of make sure that they can turn
how to load your appliance effi- freely.
ciently, free of charge. – Do not place small parts in the
¡ To save energy and water, load tablet collecting tray and do not
the machine with the number of block it with tableware so as not
place settings specified. to obstruct the lid of the deter-
→ "Technical specifications", gent dispenser.
Page 60
¡ For better washing and drying res-
ults, position items with curves or
recesses at an angle so the water
can run off.
1. Remove large remnants of food

from your tableware.
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Removing tableware cient programme for the combina-

tion of energy/water consumption
WARNING for this type of tableware and evid-
Risk of injury! ences conformity with the EU Eco-
Hot tableware can cause burns to the design Directive.
skin. When hot, tableware is sensitive If you do not perform any actions
to shock, may crack and can result in on the appliance for 10 minutes,
injury. the appliance will automatically
▶ When the programme has ended, switch off.
do not empty the appliance until
the tableware has cooled down for Setting a programme
a while. To adjust the wash cycle to the soil-
1. To prevent water dripping on the ing level of the tableware, select a
tableware, unload it starting at the suitable programme.
bottom and working up. ▶ Press the right programme button.
2. Check the washing tank and ac- → "Programmes", Page 19
cessories for soiling and clean if a The programme is set and the pro-
necessary. gramme button flashes.
→ "Cleaning and servicing", a The remaining running time of the
Page 41 programme appears on the dis-
play.
Basic operation
Setting additional functions

Basic operation
Basic operation
You can set additional functions to
complete the washing programme
Opening appliance door selected.
1. If the electric childproof lock is not Note: The additional functions which
activated, press on the upper can be used depend on the pro-
middle section of the appliance gramme selected.
door. → "Programmes", Page 19
2. If the electric childproof lock is ac- ▶ Press the button for the relevant
tivated, press on the upper middle additional function.
section of the appliance door twice → "Additional functions", Page 21
with a short interval in between. a The additional function is set and
a The appliance door will open auto- the additional function button
matically. flashes.
Switching on the appliance Setting timer programming
▶ Press .⁠ You can delay the start of the pro-
The Eco 50° programme is set by gramme by up to 24 hours.
default. 1. Press ⁠ or ⁠ ⁠.
The Eco 50° programme is an es-
pecially environmentally friendly a "00h:01m" appears on the display.
programme and ideal for normally
soiled tableware. It is the most effi-
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2. Use ⁠ or ⁠ to set the re- 2. Press to resume the pro-

quired start time for the programme.
gramme.
3. Press ⁠. Terminate programme
a This activates time preselection.
To end a programme early or to
Tip: To deactivate timer program- switch from a programme that has
ming, press ⁠ or ⁠ repeatedly already started, you will need to can-
until "00h:00m" appears in the dis- cel it first.
play.
1. Open the appliance door.
Starting the programme 2. Press for approx.
4 seconds.
▶ Press . 3. Close the appliance door.
a The programme has ended when a All displays light up.
the display shows "00h:00m". a As soon as the displays are off,
the display shows "00h:01m" and
Notes
the residual water is pumped out.
¡ If you want to add more tableware a The programme is cancelled and
while the appliance is running, do ends after approx. 1 minute.
not use the tablet collecting tray as
a handle for the top basket. You Switching off appliance
might touch the partially dissolved
tablet. 1. Please note the information on
¡ You can only change a pro- "Safe use" → Page 10.
gramme when running if you can- 2. Press .
cel it.
→ "Terminate programme", Tip: If you press during the wash
Page 36 cycle, the programme currently run-
¡ The appliance switches off auto- ning will be interrupted. When you
matically 1 minute after the end of switch the appliance back on, the
the programme to save energy. If programme continues automatically.
you open the appliance door im-
mediately after the programme has
ended, the appliance will switch off
after 4 seconds.
Interrupting programme
Note: When you open the appliance
door once the appliance has heated
up, leave the door slightly ajar for a
few minutes and then close it. This
will help prevent excess pressure
building up in the appliance and stop
the appliance door bursting open.
1. Press ⁠.
a The programme is saved and the
appliance switches off.
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Basic settings
Basic settings
You can configure the appliance to meet your needs.
Basic settings
Overview of basic settings

The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance.
Basic setting Display text Selection Description

Water hardness H:04 1 H:00 - H:07 Set the water softening system to
your water hardness.
→ "Setting the water softening sys-
tem", Page 27
Level H:00 switches the water
softening system off.
1
Rinse aid dispensing r:05 r:00 - r:06 Set the amount of rinse aid to be dis-
pensed.
→ "Setting the amount of rinse aid",
Page 30
Switch the rinse aid system off with
level r:00.
Sensor setting SE:00 1 SE:00 - SE:02 Set the water sensor for identifying
soiling.
→ "Sensors", Page 12
Extra Dry d:00 1 d:00 - d:01 The temperature is increased during
the final rinse, which improves the
drying result. This may increase the
run time slightly.
Note: Not suitable for delicate items
of tableware.
Switch Extra Dry on "d:01" or off
"d:00".
TimeLight S:01 1 S:00 - S:01 Switch TimeLight on or off.
While the programme is running,
status information is projected onto
the floor below the appliance door
relating to timer programming, the
programme or the time remaining. If
the base panel is pulled forwards or
if the appliance is installed at eye
level with the cabinet front fitted
flush, the display is not visible.
Level "S:00" switches TimeLight off.
1
Factory setting (may vary according to model)
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Basic setting Display text Selection Description

Start programme SP:01 1 SP:00 - SP:01 Set a default programme for when
the appliance is switched on.
¡ With the setting "SP:00", the last
programme selected is set by de-
fault when the appliance is
switched on.
¡ With the setting "SP:01", the Eco
50° programme is set by default
when the appliance is switched
on.
Tone volume SL:02 1 SL:00 -SL:03 Adjustment of tone volume.
Level "SL:00" switches the signal
tone off.
Button volume bL:02 1 bL:00 - bL:03 Set the button volume during opera-
tion. Level "bL:00" switches the but-
ton tones off.
Childproof lock c:00 1 c:00 - c:01 Switch the
→ "Electric childproof lock",
Page 11 on or off.
Level "c:00" switches the childproof
lock off.
Wi-Fi Cn:00 1 Cn:00 - Cn:01 Switch the wireless network connec-
tion on or off.
Level "Cn:00" switches the wireless
network connection off.
Remote Start rc:011 rc:00 - rc:02 Activate or deactivate
→ "Remote Start ", Page 40.
The following settings are possible:
¡ With the setting "rc:00", the func-
tion is permanently deactivated.
tion can be selected via the
button.
→ "Activating Remote Start ",
Page 40
tion is permanently activated.
Factory setting rE: Start with Restore changed settings to the fact-
Y:ES ory settings.
Confirm with The settings for initial start-up must
be configured.
1
Factory setting (may vary according to model)
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Changing basic settings Tips

¡ Please consult the documents sup-
1. Open the appliance door. plied by Home Connect.
2. Press ⁠. ¡ Please also follow the instructions
3. To open the basic settings, press in the Home Connect app.
for 3 seconds. Note: Please note the safety precau-
a The display shows H:xx. tions in this instruction manual and
a The display shows ⁠. make sure that they are also ob-
4. Press repeatedly until served when operating the appliance
the display shows the required set- via the Home Connect app.
ting. → "Safety", Page 4
5. Press or repeatedly until the
display shows the right value. Home Connect quick start
You can change several settings. Connect your appliance to a mobile
6. To save the settings, press device quickly and easily.
for 3 seconds.
7. Close the appliance door. Installing app
1. Install the Home Connect app on
Home Connect
your mobile device.
Home Connect
This appliance is network-capable.
Home Connect
Connect your appliance to a mobile

device to control its functions via the
Home Connect app.
The Home Connect services are not 2. Start the app and set up access
available in every country. The avail- for Home Connect.
ability of the Home Connect function
The Home Connect app guides
depends on the availability of
you through the entire login pro-
Home Connect services in your coun-
cess.
try. You can find information about
this at: www.home-connect.com. Connecting the appliance to WLAN
To be able to use Home Connect, home network (Wi-Fi)
you must first set up the connection
to the WLAN home network (Wi-Fi1) Requirements
and to the Home Connect app. ¡ Home Connect app is installed on
¡ → "Connecting the appliance to your mobile device.
WLAN home network (Wi-Fi)", ¡ Wi-Fi on the router is activated.
Page 39 ¡ The basic setting Wi-Fi is activated
The Home Connect app guides you on the appliance.
through the entire login process. Fol- ¡ The appliance receives signals
low the instructions in the Home Con- from the WLAN home network (Wi-
nect app to configure the settings. Fi) at its installation location.
1
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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1. With the help of the Home Connect ▶ Press .⁠

App scan the QR code. If you open the appliance door, the
function is automatically deactiv-
ated.
a button lights up.
Tip: To deactivate the function, press
⁠.
Remote Diagnostics
2. Follow the instructions in the Customer Service can use Remote
Home Connect app. Diagnostics to access your appliance
if you contact them, have your appli-
Home Connect settings ance connected to the Home Con-
nect server and if Remote Dia-
Adapt Home Connect to your needs.
gnostics is available in the country in
You can find the Home Connect set-
which you are using the appliance.
tings in the basic settings for your ap-
pliance. Which settings the display Tip: For further information and de-
shows will depend on whether tails about the availability of Remote
Home Connect has been set up and Diagnostics in your country, please
whether the appliance is connected visit the service/support section of
to your home network. your local website: www.home-con-
nect.com
Remote Start
Software update
You can use the Home Connect app
to start the appliance with your mo- You can use this function to update
bile device. the software of your appliance, e.g.
for optimisation, troubleshooting or
Tip: If you select "rc:02" in the "Basic
safety-relevant updating.
settings" → Page 38 of this function,
The Home Connect app informs you
the function is permanently activated
about available software updates.
and you can start your appliance with
a mobile device at any time.
Data protection
Activating Remote Start
Please see the information on data
When you have selected "rc:01" in protection.
the basic settings of this function, ac- The first time your appliance is
tivate the function on your appliance. registered on a home network
Requirements connected to the Internet, your
¡ The appliance is connected to your appliance will transmit the following
WLAN home network. types of data to the Home Connect
¡ The appliance is connected to the server (initial registration):
Home Connect app. ¡ Unique appliance identification
¡ "rc:01" is selected in the "Basic (consisting of appliance codes as
settings " → Page 38 of this func- well as the MAC address of the
tion. Wi-Fi communication module in-
¡ A programme is selected. stalled).
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¡ Security certificate of the Wi-Fi 4. "Start the programme without

communication module (to ensure tableware." → Page 36
a secure data connection).
¡ The current software and hardware Self-cleaning of the appliance
version of your appliance.
¡ Status of any previous reset to The appliance performs self-cleaning
factory settings. at regular intervals to ensure it re-
mains in perfect technical condition
This initial registration prepares the and to remove deposits.
Home Connect functions for use and The programme sequence is auto-
is only required when you want to matically adjusted for self-cleaning.
use the Home Connect functions for This increases the energy consump-
the first time. tion and the water consumption and
Note: Please note that the the run time is extended. This is com-
Home Connect functions can only be pletely taken into account in the de-
utilised with the Home Connect app. claration values.
Information on data protection can be
retrieved in the Home Connect app. Cleaning products
Only use suitable cleaning products
to clean your appliance.
Cleaning and servicing
Cleaning and servicing → "Safe use", Page 10

To keep your appliance working effi-
Cleaning and servicing
ciently for a long time, it is important Tips on appliance care

to clean and maintain it carefully. Follow the tips on appliance care to
make sure your appliance functions
Cleaning the tub properly at all times.
WARNING Action Benefit

Risk of harm to health! Wipe the door seals, This ensures the parts
Using detergents containing chlorine the front of the dish- of the appliance will
may result in harm to health. washer and the con- remain clean and hy-
▶ Never use detergents containing trol panel regularly us- gienic.
chlorine. ing a damp cloth and
washing-up liquid.
1. Remove any coarse soiling in the
If the appliance is not This will prevent un-
interior with a damp cloth.
going to be used for a pleasant odours.
2. Add detergent to the detergent dis- while, leave the door
penser. slightly ajar.
3. Select the programme with the
highest temperature.
Machine Care
Deposits, e.g. from remnants of food
and limescale, can cause your appli-
ance to malfunction. To avoid such
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faults and reduce odours, we recom- Tip: You can get our tested and ap-
mend cleaning your appliance at reg- proved Dishwasher Care and Ma-
ular intervals. chine Cleaner for Dishwashers online
Machine Care combined with ma- at https://www.bosch-home.com/
chine care products and machine store or from customer service.
cleaners is the right programme for Machine Care is a programme which
the care of your appliance. removes various deposits in one
washing cycle. Cleaning takes place
in two phases:
Phase Removal of Detergent Placement

1 Grease and limescale Liquid machine care product Appliance interior, e.g. bottle
or machine descaler in hung in the cutlery basket or
powder form. powder in the interior.
2 Food remnants and de- Machine cleaner Detergent dispenser
posits
To ensure optimum cleaning perform- ¡ Make sure that there are no alu-
ance, the programme doses the de- minium parts, e.g. extractor hood
tergents independently of each an- grease filters or aluminium pans, in
other during the relevant cleaning the interior of the appliance.
phase. Correct placement of the de- ¡ If you have not run Machine Care
tergents is necessary here. after 3 washing cycles, the indic-
Run Machine Care without tableware ator for Machine Care will go out
if the indicator for Machine Care automatically.
lights up on the control panel or if ad- ¡ For optimum cleaning perform-
vised to do so by the display. The in- ance, ensure the correct place-
dicator will go out after you have run ment of cleaners.
Machine Care. If your appliance does ¡ Follow the safety instructions given
not have a reminder function, we re- on the packagings of the machine
commend performing Machine Care care products and machine clean-
every 2 months. ers.
¡ Activate the "Extra Clean Zone"
Running Machine Care → Page 25 function.
Run the Machine Care programme if 1. Remove any coarse soiling in the
the indicator for Machine Care lights interior with a damp cloth.
up on the control panel or if advised
2. Clean the filters.
to do so by the display.
3. Place the machine care product in
Notes the appliance interior.
¡ Run the Machine Care programme
without any tableware in the dish- Only use machine care products
washer. specially designed for dishwash-
¡ Only use machine care products ers.
and machine cleaners specially 4. Pour the machine cleaner into the
designed for dishwashers. detergent dispenser until it is filled
completely.
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Do not place any additional ma- 2. Turn the coarse filter anticlockwise
chine cleaner in the appliance in- and remove the filter system ⁠.
terior. ‒ Check that no foreign objects
5. Press ⁠. fall into the sump.
6. Press ⁠.
a Machine Care is run. 2
a Once the programme has ended,
the indicator for Machine Care
goes out.
Filter system
The filter system removes coarse
soiling from the dishwashing cycle.
1
3 3. Pull down the micro filter to re-

move.
1
1 Micro filter
2 Fine filter
3 Coarse filter 4. Press the locking catches to-

gether and lift the coarse filter out
Cleaning filters ⁠.
Soiling in the dishwashing water may
block the filters. 2
1. After each wash check the filters
for residue.
1
5. Clean the filter elements under run-

ning water.
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Carefully clean the rim of dirt 3. Check the outlet nozzles on the
between the coarse and the fine fil- spray arms for blockages under
ter. running water and remove any for-
6. Re-assemble the filter system. eign bodies.
Make sure that the locking catches 4. Insert the lower spray arm.
on the coarse filter click into posi- a The spray arm clicks into position.
tion. 5. Insert the upper spray arm and
7. Insert the filter system into the ap- screw it firmly in place.
pliance and turn the coarse filter
clockwise.
Make sure that the arrow markings
match up.
Cleaning spray arms

Limescale and soiling in the dish-
washing water may block the nozzles
and bearings on the spray arms.
Clean the spray arms regularly.
1. Unscrew the upper spray arm
and pull down to remove ⁠.
2. Pull up the lower spray arm to re-

move.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot-
Troubleshooting
ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces-
sary costs.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
Incorrect repairs are dangerous.
▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist
staff.
▶ Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance.
▶ If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced with a
special connection cable, which is available from the manufacturer or his
Customer Service.
Appliance safety
Fault Cause Troubleshooting
Appliance door opens acci- Automatic door opening ac- ▶ To prevent the appliance door
dently. tivated accidently. opening accidentally, activate the
childproof lock.
Appliance door does not Childproof lock is activated. ▶ Press the top of the door in the
open. middle twice in quick succession.
Door is not correctly adjus- ▶ Adjust the appliance door as de-
ted. scribed in the installation instruc-
tions.
Appliance has no power. ▶ Check the mains plug and fuses.
1. Position the emergency release
supplied on the top right and left of
the cabinet panel.
2. Open the appliance door by pulling

lightly.
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Appliance door does not Appliance door and door ▶ Clean the appliance door and door
open. seal are soiled. seal with a damp cloth and a little
washing-up liquid.
Automatic door opening is ▶ Wait one second after closing the
not in home position. appliance door.
Appliance door opens too Door is not correctly adjus- ▶ Adjust the appliance door as de-
wide when activated. ted. scribed in the installation instruc-
tions.
Error code / Fault display / Signal

E:21-30 will light up altern- Intake opening of Zeolith ▶ Re-arrange the tableware in the ap-
ately. container is covered by pliance so the "Intake opening of
items of tableware. the Zeolith container " → Page 15
is no longer obstructed.
E:20-60 lights up alternately. Appliance has detected cal- 1. Descale the appliance.
cified heating element. 2. Operate the appliance with the wa-
ter softening system.1
E:30-00 will light up altern- Water protection system is 1. Turn off the water tap.
ately. activated. 2. Call "Customer Service"
→ Page 59.
E:31-00 will light up altern- Water protection system is 1. Turn off the water tap.
ately. activated. 2. Call "Customer Service"
→ Page 59.
E:34-00 will light up altern- Water is continuously run- 1. Turn off the water tap.
ately. ning into the appliance. 2. Call "Customer Service"
→ Page 59.
E:32-00 will light up altern- Supply hose is kinked. ▶ Install the supply hose without
ately or indicator for water kinks.
supply lights up. Water tap is turned off. ▶ Turn on the water tap.
Water tap is jammed or ▶ Turn on the water tap.
furred up. The flow rate must be at least 10 l/
min when the water supply is open.
The filters in the water con- 1. Switch off the appliance.
nection of the supply or 2. Pull out the mains plug.
AquaStop hose are blocked. 3. Turn off the water tap.
4. Unscrew the water connection.
1
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E:32-00 will light up altern- 5. Remove the filter from the supply
ately or indicator for water hose
supply lights up.
6. Clean the filter.

7. Re-insert the filter in the supply
hose.
8. Screw the water connection back
on.
9. Check the water connection for
leaks.
10. Restore the power supply.
11. Switch the appliance on.
E:92-40 will light up altern- Filters are soiled or blocked. ▶ Clean the filters.
ately. → "Cleaning filters", Page 43
E:61-03 will light up altern- Wastewater hose is blocked 1. Reposition the wastewater hose
ately. Water is not drained. or kinked. without kinks.
2. Remove residues.
Siphon connection is still ▶ Check the connection to the siphon
sealed. and open if necessary.
Cover of the wastewater ▶ Secure the cover of the "Wastewa-
pump is loose. ter pump " → Page 58 so it clicks
into position.
E:61-02 will light up altern- Wastewater pump is ▶ Clean the wastewater pump.
ately. blocked. → "Clean wastewater pump",
Page 58
Cover of the wastewater ▶ Secure the cover of the "Wastewa-
pump is loose ter pump " → Page 58 so it clicks
into position.
E:90-01 will light up altern- Mains voltage is too low. This is not a fault on the appliance.
ately. 1. Contact an electrician.
2. Have the mains voltage and elec-
trical installation checked by an
electrician.
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A different error code ap- A technical fault is present. 1. Press .
pears in the display window. 2. Unplug the appliance or switch off
E:01-00 to E:90-10 the fuse.
3. Wait at least 2 minutes.
4. Insert the mains plug of the appli-
ance in a socket or switch on the
fuse.
6. If the problem occurs again:
‒ Press ⁠.
‒ Turn off the water tap.
‒ Pull out the mains plug.
‒ Contact "Customer Service"
→ Page 59 and give the er-
ror code.
Washing results
Tableware is not dry. No rinse aid used or dosage 1. Add "Rinse aid" → Page 29.
set too low. 2. Set the amount of rinse aid to be
dispensed.
Page 30
Programme or programme ▶ "Select a programme with drying,
option has no drying phase, e.g. intensive, strong or ECO pro-
or the drying phase is too gramme." → Page 19
brief. Some option buttons decrease the
drying result, e.g varioSpeed.
Water collects in recesses of ▶ Position tableware at an angle
the tableware or cutlery. where possible.
The combined detergent 1. Use rinse aid to improve drying per-

used has a poor drying performance.
formance.
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Tableware is not dry. 2. Use a different combined detergent
with a better drying performance.
Extra Dry not activated to im- ▶ Activate Extra Dry.
prove drying performance.
Tableware removed too 1. Wait until the programme ends.
early or drying process not 2. Only remove tableware 30 minutes
yet ended. after the programme has ended.
Rinse aid used has a limited ▶ Use a name-brand rinse aid.
drying performance. Eco products may have limited ef-
fectiveness.
Plastic tableware is not dry. Not a fault. As plastic does ▶ No remedial action possible.
not store heat so well, it also
does not dry as well.
Cutlery is not dry. Cutlery not arranged prop- Droplets can form on the cutlery con-
erly in the cutlery basket or tact points.
cutlery drawer. 1. "Arrange cutlery individually where
possible." → Page 34
2. Avoid points of contact.
Appliance interior still wet Not a fault. The condensa- No action required.
after wash cycle. tion drying principle causes
water droplets in the tub –
they are indeed desirable
here. The moisture in the air
condenses on the inside
walls, runs off and is
pumped out.
Remnants of food on table- Tableware is placed too 1. Arrange tableware with sufficient
ware. close together or basket is space in between.
overfilled. The spray jets must reach the sur-
faces of the tableware.
2. Avoid points of contact.
Spray arm rotation is ▶ Arrange tableware so that it does
blocked. not obstruct spray arm rotation.
Spray arm nozzles are ▶ Clean the "Spray arms" → Page 44.
blocked.
Filters are soiled. ▶ Clean the filters.
→ "Cleaning filters", Page 43
Filters are inserted incor- 1. Insert the filters properly.
rectly and/or not engaged. → "Filter system", Page 43
2. Engage the filters.
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Remnants of food on table- Washing programme selec- ▶ Select a more intensive washing
ware. ted too weak. programme.
▶ Adjust the sensitivity of the sensors.
Tableware has been pre- ▶ Only remove large remnants of food
cleaned too intensely. The and do not prerinse tableware.
sensors chose a weaker pro-
gramme. Stubborn soiling
cannot be entirely removed.
Tall narrow receptacles in ▶ Do not position tall narrow recept-
corner areas are not rinsed acles at too great an angle or in
adequately. corner areas.
Top baskets on right and left ▶ Set the top baskets on the left and
are not set to same height. right to the same level.
Detergent residue in the ap- Lid of the detergent dis- 1. Arrange tableware in the top basket
pliance penser is blocked by items tableware so the tab collecting tray
of tableware parts and will is not obstructed by tableware.
not open. → "Arrange tableware", Page 34
Items of tableware are blocking the
dispenser lid.
2. Do not place tableware or fra-
grance dispensers in the tablet col-
lecting tray.
The lid of the detergent dis- ▶ Position the tab in the detergent dis-
penser is blocked by the tab penser crosswise, not vertically.
and will not open.
Tabs are used in the quick ▶ Select a more intensive "Pro-
or short programme. Dissolv- gramme" → Page 19 or use
ing time of the tab is not at- "Powder detergent" → Page 30.
tained.
Washing effect and dissolv- ▶ Change your "detergent"
ing performance are re- → Page 30.
duced after a prolonged
storage time or detergent is
very lumpy.
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Water marks on plastic Due to laws of physics ▶ Select a more intensive pro-
parts. droplet formation on plastic gramme.
surfaces is unavoidable. → "Programmes", Page 19
After drying water marks are
▶ Position tableware at an angle.
visible.
→ "Arrange tableware", Page 34
▶ Use rinse aid.
→ "Rinse aid", Page 29
▶ Set the water softening system
higher.
Wipeable or water-soluble Detergent substances are ▶ Change your "detergent"
coatings are present inside deposited there. These coat- → Page 30.
the appliance or on the door. ings cannot generally be re-
▶ Clean the appliance mechanically.
moved with chemicals.
White coating is deposited in 1. Set the water softening system cor-
the appliance interior. rectly.
In most cases you will need to in-
crease the setting.
2. Change your detergent if required.
Special salt dispenser is not ▶ Screw the special salt dispenser
screwed tight. tight.
Stubborn white coatings are Detergent substances are ▶ Change your "detergent"
present on tableware, inside deposited there. These coat- → Page 30.
the appliance or the door. ings cannot generally be re-
▶ Clean the appliance mechanically.
moved with chemicals.
The hardness range is set in- ▶ Set the Water softening system to
correctly or the water hard- the water hardness or add special
ness is greater than 62 °E salt.
(8,9 mmol/l).
3in1/organic/eco detergent ▶ Set the Water softening system to
is not effective enough. the water hardness and use separ-
ate detergents (proprietary deter-
gent, special salt, rinse aid).
Too little detergent is being ▶ Increase the amount of detergent
used. used or change "Detergent "
→ Page 30.
Washing programme selec- ▶ Select a more intensive washing
ted too weak. programme.
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Tea residue or lipstick marks Washing temperature is too ▶ Select a programme with a higher
on tableware. low. washing temperature.
Too little detergent is being ▶ Use a suitable "Detergent "
used or is unsuitable. → Page 30 and follow the manufac-
turer's instructions for the amount
to be used.
Coloured coatings (blue, yel- The formation of films is due ▶ Clean the appliance.
low, brown) that are difficult to substances contained in You can remove deposits with
or impossible to remove are vegetables (cabbage, celery, "Mechanical cleaning" → Page 41
present inside the appliance potatoes, noodles, etc.) or or a machine cleaning product. It
or on stainless steel table- tap water (manganese). may not always be possible to com-
ware. pletely remove deposits but they
are harmless to health.
The formation of films is due ▶ Clean the appliance.
to metal components on sil- You can remove deposits with
ver or aluminium tableware. "Mechanical cleaning" → Page 41
or a machine cleaning product. It
may not always be possible to com-
pletely remove deposits but they
are harmless to health.
Coloured deposits (yellow, The formation of films is due 1. Check the setting of the water
orange, brown) that are easy to ingredients of food rem- softening system.
to remove are present inside nants and tap water (limes- 2. Add special salt.
the appliance (mainly at the cale) "soaplike". → "Adding special salt", Page 28
bottom). 3. If you are using combined deter-
gents (tabs), activate the water
softening system.
Follow the information about deter-
gents.
→ "Information on detergents",
Page 32
Plastic parts inside the appli- Plastic parts inside the appli- ▶ Discolouration can come about and
ance are discoloured. ance may become discol- will not impair functioning of the ap-
oured during the life of the pliance.
dishwasher.
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Plastic parts are discol- Washing temperature is too ▶ Select a programme with a higher
oured. low. washing temperature.
Removable streaks are Amount of rinse aid to be ▶ Set the rinse aid system to a lower
present on glasses, glass- dispensed is set too high. setting.
ware with a metallic appear- No rinse aid has been ad- ▶ → "Adding rinse aid", Page 29
ance and cutlery. ded.
Detergent residue is present 1. Arrange tableware in the top basket
in the final rinse. Lid of the tableware so the tab collecting tray
detergent dispenser is is not obstructed by tableware.
blocked by tableware items → "Arrange tableware", Page 34
and will not open fully. Items of tableware are blocking the
dispenser lid.
2. Do not place tableware or fra-
grance dispensers in the tablet col-
lecting tray.
Irreversible clouding of Glasses are not dishwasher- ▶ Use dishwasher-proof glasses.
glassware. proof, only suitable for dish- Glasses are usually only suitable for
washers. use in a dishwasher, i.e. long-term
wear or long-term changes must be
expected.
▶ Avoid a lengthy steam phase
(standing time after wash cycle
ends).
▶ Use a programme with a lower tem-
perature.
▶ Set the softening system to the wa-
ter hardness.
▶ Use detergent with a glass protec-
tion component.
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Rust spots on cutlery. Cutlery is not sufficiently ▶ Use rust-resistant tableware.
rust-resistant. Knife blades
are often more severely af-
fected.
Cutlery may also rust if ▶ Do not wash rusting items.
washed together with rust-
ing items.
Salt content in washing wa- 1. Remove any spilled special salt
ter is too high. from the tub.
2. Screw the cap of the special salt
dispenser on tight.
Detergent residue is present Spray arms were blocked by ▶ Check that the spray arms are not
in the detergent dispenser tableware so detergent was blocked and can rotate freely.
or the tablet collecting tray. not rinsed out.
Detergent dispenser was ▶ Only add detergent to a detergent
damp when detergent was dispenser when dry.
added.
Excessive formation of foam Hand washing-up liquid is ▶ Immediately add rinse aid to the
occurs. present in dispenser for dispenser.
rinse aid. → "Adding rinse aid", Page 29
Rinse aid has been spilled. ▶ Remove the rinse aid with a cloth.
Detergent or appliance care ▶ Change the brand of detergent.
product used causes excess-
ive foaming.
Home Connect problem

Connection to home net- WLAN on router is not act- ▶ Check the wireless network con-
work is not established. ive. nection of your router.
WLAN display is flashing. Connection to home net- ▶ Activate the wireless network con-
work is not available. nection on your router.
Home Connect cannot be Home Connect set incor- ▶ Please consult the documents sup-
implemented correctly. rectly. plied for Home Connect.
Technical fault is present. ▶ Please consult the information
about support in the documents
supplied for Home Connect.
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Information on display panel

Special salt refill indicator Insufficient special salt. ▶ Add "Special salt" → Page 28.
lights up.
Sensor does not detect spe- ▶ Do not use special salt tablets.
cial salt tablets.
Refill indicator for special Water softening system is ▶ Setting the water softening system
salt does not light up. switched off.
Refill indicator for rinse aid Insufficient rinse aid. 1. Add "Rinse aid" → Page 29.
lights up. 2. Set the amount of rinse aid to be
dispensed.
Page 30
Refill indicator for rinse aid Rinse aid system is switched ▶ Set the amount of rinse aid to be
does not light up. off. dispensed.
Malfunctions
Water is left in the appliance Filter system or area under 1. Clean the "Filters" → Page 43.
at the end of the pro- the filters is blocked. 2. Clean the "Wastewater pump"
gramme. → Page 58.
Programme has not yet ▶ Wait until the programme ends or
ended. cancel the programme with Reset.
▶ → "Terminate programme",
Page 36
Appliance cannot be Software update is taking ▶ Wait until the software update has
switched on or operated. place. finished.
Appliance functions have 1. Pull out the mains plug or switch off
failed. the fuse.
2. Wait at least 2 minutes.
3. Connect the appliance to the power
supply.
Appliance does not start. The mains fuse has tripped. ▶ Check the relevant fuse.
Mains cable is not inserted. 1. Check whether the socket works.
2. Check whether the mains cable is
properly inserted in the socket and
on the rear of the appliance.
Appliance door is not closed ▶ Close the appliance door.
properly.
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Programme starts automat- You did not wait until pro- ▶ → "Terminate programme",
ically. gramme ended. Page 36
Appliance stops during the Appliance door is not closed ▶ Close the appliance door.
programme or cuts out. properly.
Power and/or water supply 1. Check the power supply.
has been interrupted. 2. Check the water supply.
Top basket is pressing ▶ Check whether the rear panel of the
against inner door and pre- appliance is being pressed in by a
venting appliance door from socket or hose holder that has not
being closed securely. been removed.
▶ Arrange the tableware so that no
parts project beyond the basket
and prevent the appliance door
from closing properly.
Mechanical damage
Appliance door cannot be Door lock has been activ- ▶ Close the appliance door with
closed. ated. greater force.
Door cannot be closed due ▶ Check whether the appliance has
to installation method. been installed properly.
When closed, the appliance door,
its decor or attached parts should
not knock against adjacent cabin-
ets or the worktop.
Automatic door opening is ▶ Wait for a second after opening the
not in home position. appliance door.
Lid on the detergent dis- Detergent dispenser or lid ▶ Remove detergent residue.
penser cannot be closed. are blocked by sticky deter-
gent residue.
Noise
Filling valves making knock- Caused by the domestic in- ▶ Can only be remedied in the do-
ing noises. stallation. No appliance fault mestic installation.
present. Does not affect
functioning of the appliance.
Knocking or rattling noise. Spray arm is striking table- ▶ Arrange tableware so that the spray
ware. arms do not strike tableware.
56
Troubleshooting en

Knocking or rattling noise. With a small load the water ▶ Distribute the tableware evenly.
jets directly strike against
▶ Load the appliance with more table-
the tub.
ware.
Light items of tableware ▶ Position light items of tableware se-
move about during the wash curely.
cycle.
57
en Transportation, storage and disposal
Clean wastewater pump 8. Insert the pump cover and press

down ⁠.
Large remnants of food or foreign
bodies can block the waste water
pump. As soon as the rinsing water 2
no longer drains properly, the waste
water pump must be cleaned. 1
WARNING
Risk of injury!
Sharp and pointed objects or frag-
ments of glass may block the waste
water pump and cause injury.
▶ Remove any foreign bodies care-
fully. a The pump cover clicks into posi-
tion.
1. Disconnect the appliance from the 9. Install the filter system.
power supply. 10. Insert the top and bottom basket.
2. Remove the top and bottom bas-
ket.
3. Remove the filter system.
Transportation, storage and disposal
4. Scoop out any water.

Transportation, storage
Use a sponge if necessary. and disposal
5. Prise off the pump cover using a You can find out here how to prepare
Transportation, storage and disposal
spoon and grip it by the your appliance for transportation and

crosspiece. storage. You will also find out how to
dispose of old appliances.
Removing the appliance

1. Disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
2. Turn off the water tap.
3. Detach the drainage connection.
4. Detach the drinking water connec-
tion.
5. Loosen any screws fastening the
appliance to cabinet parts.
6. Lift the pump cover inwards at an
6. Remove the base panel if fitted.
angle and remove.
7. Pull the appliance out carefully,
7. Remove any remnants of food and
along with the hose behind it.
foreign bodies in the area of the
impeller.
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Customer Service en
Protect appliance from frost Disposing of old appliance

If there is a risk of frost where the ap- Valuable raw materials can be re-
pliance will be standing, e.g. in a holi- used by recycling.
day home, empty the appliance com-
pletely. WARNING
▶ "Empty the appliance." Risk of harm to health!
→ Page 59 Children can lock themselves in the
appliance, thereby putting their lives
Transporting the appliance at risk.
▶ With redundant appliances, unplug
To avoid damage to the appliance, the power cord. Then cut through
empty it before transporting. the cord and damage the lock on
Note: Always transport the dish- the appliance door beyond repair
washer upright to prevent residual so that the appliance door will no
water getting into the machine's con- longer close.
trols and damaging the appliance. 1. Unplug the appliance from the
1. Remove tableware from the appli- mains.
ance. 2. Cut through the power cord.
2. Secure loose parts. 3. Dispose of the appliance in an en-
3. "Switch on appliance." → Page 35 vironmentally friendly manner.
4. Select the programme with the This appliance is labelled in ac-
highest temperature. cordance with European Direct-
→ "Programmes", Page 19 ive 2012/19/EU concerning
5. "Start the programme." → Page 36 used electrical and electronic
6. To drain the appliance, terminate appliances (waste electrical and
the programme after approx. electronic equipment - WEEE).
4 minutes. The guideline determines the
→ "Terminate programme", framework for the return and re-
Page 36 cycling of used appliances as
7. "Switch off the appliance." applicable throughout the EU.
→ Page 36
8. Turn off the water tap. Customer Service
9. To empty the residual water out of Customer Service

the appliance, detach the supply
hose and let the water drain out. If you have any queries, are unable to
Customer Service
rectify faults on the appliance your-

self or if your appliance needs to be
repaired, contact Customer Service.
You can solve many problems your-
self by consulting the information on
troubleshooting in these instructions
or on our website. If this is not the
case, contact our after-sales service.
59
en Technical specifications
With any warranty claims, we will AQUA-STOP guarantee

make sure that your appliance is re-
paired by trained after-sales techni- In addition to warranty claims against
cians using genuine spare parts, in- the seller under the purchase agree-
cluding after the manufacturer's war- ment and in addition to our manufac-
ranty has expired. turer's warranty, we offer compensa-
Function-relevant genuine spare parts tion under the following conditions.
according to the corresponding Eco- ¡ If our Aqua-Stop system is defect-
design Order can be obtained from ive and causes water damage, we
Customer Service for a period of at will make good the damage for
least 10 years from the date on private users. To ensure protection
which your appliance was placed on from water damage, the appliance
the market within the European Eco- must be connected to the power
nomic Area. supply.
¡ The liability guarantee is valid for
Note: Under the terms of the manu-
the service life of the appliance.
facturer's warranty the use of Cus-
¡ A claim can only be made under
tomer Service is free of charge.
the guarantee if the appliance has
Detailed information on the warranty been correctly installed and con-
period and terms of warranty in your nected with Aqua-Stop according
country is available from our after- to our instructions; this also in-
sales service, your retailer or on our cludes correctly fitting the Aqua-
website. Stop extension (genuine access-
If you contact Customer Service, you ory). Our guarantee does not cover
will require the product number (E- defective supply lines or fittings up
Nr.), the production number (FD) and to the Aqua-Stop connection on
the consecutive numbering (Z-Nr.) of the tap.
your appliance. ¡ If your appliance is fitted with
The contact details for Customer Ser- Aqua-Stop, you can in principle
vice can be found in the enclosed leave your appliance unattended
Customer Service directory or on our during operation and the tap
website. turned on afterwards. The tap only
needs to be turned off if you are
Product number (E-Nr.), pro- away from home for a long period,
duction number (FD) and con- e.g. on holiday for several weeks.
secutive numbering (Z-Nr.)
Technical specifications
You can find the product number (E- Technical specifications

Nr.), the production number (FD) and
the consecutive numbering (Z-Nr.) on Facts and figures for your appliance
Technical specifications
the appliance's rating plate. can be found here.

The rating plate is located inside the
appliance door. Weight Max.: 60 kg
Make a note of your appliance's de- Voltage 220 - 240 V, 50 Hz or
tails and the Customer Service tele- 60 Hz
phone number to find them again Power rating 2000 - 2400 W
quickly.
Fuse 10 - 16 A
60
Technical specifications en
Power consumption Off mode/standby Information regarding Free

mode: 0.50 W and Open Source Software
Left-on mode: 0.50 W
Networked standby: This product includes software com-
2.00 W ponents that are licensed by the
Time in left-on mode: copyright holders as free software or
0 min open source software.
Time after which ap- The applicable licence information is
pliance is switched to stored on your home appliance. You
networked standby can also access the applicable li-
mode: 10 min cence information via your Home
Complies with the Connect App: "Profile -> Legal inform-
latest regulations (EU) ation -> Licence Information". You
for energy labels and can download the licence information
ecodesign at the time on the brand product website (search
of placing on the mar- for your appliance model on the
ket. product website and check additional
Additional functions documents). Alternatively, you can
and settings may in- send a request to oss-
crease power con- request@bshg.com or to BSH Haus-
sumption and times. geräte GmbH GmbH, Carl-Wery-Str.
Water pressure ¡ Min. 0.05 MPa 34, D-81739 München, Germany.
(0.5 bar) The source code will be made avail-
¡ Max. 1 MPa able to you on request.
(10 bar) To file a request, please email to oss-
request@bshg.com or send a written
Inlet rate Min. 10 l/min request to BSH Hausgeräte GmbH,
Water temperature Cold water. Carl-Wery-Str. 34, D-81739 München,
Hot water max.: 60 °C Germany.
Capacity 13 place settings Reference "OSSREQUEST"
The cost of performing your request
More information about your model will be charged to you. This offer is
can be found online at https://en- valid three years from the date of pur-
ergylabel.bsh-group.com1. This web chase or at least as long as we offer
address is linked to the official EU support and spare parts for the re-
EPREL product database. At the time spective appliance.
of printing its web address had not
yet been published. Please then fol- Declaration of Conformity
low the instructions on searching for
models. The model identifier is made Robert Bosch Hausgeräte GmbH
up of the characters before the slash hereby declares that the appliance
in the product number (E-Nr.) on the with Home Connect functionality
rating plate. Alternatively you can
also find the model identifier in the
first line of the EU energy label.
1
Only applies to countries in the European Economic Area
61
en Technical specifications
meets the essential requirements and

other relevant provisions of the Dir-
ective 2014/53/EU.
A detailed RED Declaration of Con- 2.4 GHz band: 100 mW max.
formity can be found online at 5 GHz band: 100 mW max.
www.bosch-home.com among the
additional documents on the product
page for your appliance.
BE BG CZ DK DE EE IE EL
ES FR HR IT CY LV LT LU
HU MT NL AT PL PT RO SI
SK FI SE UK NO CH TR
5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only.
62
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Childproof lock.............................. 11 Water softening system................ 27

Installation and connection.......... 12 Rinse aid system........................... 29

Additional functions ..................... 21 Basic operation ............................. 35

Switching on the appliance ............ 35 Protect appliance from frost........... 59

Restriction on user group

▶ Only use adapters approved by the manufacturer.

WARNING ‒ Risk of injury!

WARNING ‒ Risk of harm to health!

▶ Only use the water hoses sup-

Safe installation ¡ If the water pressure is too high or

▶ So as not to scratch the finish Environmental protection and saving energy

on the appliance, do not use Environmental protection

sponge cloths on dishwashers Disposing of packaging

The childproof lock lets you protect Saving energy

children from possible hazards result-

Electric childproof lock Use the Eco 50 ° programme.

During the drying phase moisture Sensor setting Description

the programme. If the soiling level is Installation and connec-

soiling level is lower, the rinsing wa-

¡ Installation Instructions Drainage connection

Familiarising yourself with your appliance

1 Rating plate Rating plate with "E number and FD number"

2 Detergent dispenser "Detergent" → Page 30 is added to the detergent

8 Cutlery drawer "Cutlery drawer" → Page 23

3 Display The display shows information about the remain-

6 Programme buttons and additional "Programmes" → Page 19

8 WLAN display "Home Connect" → Page 39

9 Water supply display Display for water supply

11 Special salt refill indicator "Water softening system" → Page 27

12 Rinse aid refill indicator "Rinse aid system" → Page 29

13 button If you press for approx. 3 seconds,

Programme: Use Programme sequence Additional func-

Programme: Use Programme sequence Additional func-

Note: The relatively long running time

Information for test institutes a flashes.

here. They can be found on the rat- Additional functions

Favourite tional functions that can be selected

Additional func- Use Top basket

sible features of your appliance and

The basket can then slip down

4. Raise or lower the basket evenly to

Arrange cutlery with the points and

Large plates up to a diameter of

Etagere 1. Push the lever forwards and fold

2. To use the prongs again, fold them

Arrange max. 2 baking sheets and

Inserting baking sheet spray head Extra Clean Zone

Selecting Extra Clean Zone

3. Push in the top basket.

Cleaning Extra Clean Zone

Setting Top basket Bottom basket

Before using for the first time

Home Connect app.

been installed and connected."

7. Start the Programme with the Water softening system

highest cleaning temperature Water softening system

To remove any marks from water tableware as well as the washing

Overview of water hardness settings

Water hardness °E Hardness range mmol/l Setting value

erally only be used up to a water Additional power consumption in 0.05

3. Press or repeatedly until the Rinse aid system