Bosch SHE3AR55UC Instructions for Use - Page 18

Self Help Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may help you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair professional. Problem Cause Auto-Close 1. Auto-close feature will not work properly door not clos- if dishwasher is not installed correctly. ing properly Dishwasher does not start 1. Door may not be properly latched 2. Unit may not be turned on 3. Unit not reset or previous cycle not completed 4. Delay start engaged 5. Interruption of electrical power supply to dishwasher or blown fuse. 6. The door may have been closed without first selecting a cycle 7. Water supply may not be turned on Dishwasher beeping (end of cycle signal) 1. Default factory settings alert the customer that the cycle is complete by beeping. This feature can be deactivated if so desired. Display does not illuminate or console lights are not on 1. A fuse may have been blown or circuit breaker tripped 2. Door not closed or latched Note: For models with controls on top of the door, the display only illuminate when the door is opened and controls are visible. Dishwasher seems to run a long time 1. Incoming water is not warm enough 2. Cycle time can vary due to soil and water conditions 3. Rinse agent dispenser is empty 4. Dishwasher connected to cold water supply Note: Refer to "wash cycle information" section in this manual for typical cycle lengths Dishes are not getting clean enough 1. Spray arm movement obstructed 2. Spray arm nozzles clogged 3. Improper use of detergents 4. Filters could be clogged 5. Dishes are nested or loaded too close together 6. Selected wash cycle is not suitable for food soil conditions Dishes are not getting dry enough 1. Rinse agent dispenser is empty 2. Improper loading of dishes 3. Selected cycle does not include drying 4. Extra Dry Heat is not activated Note: Plastic or Teflon do not typically dry as well as other items due to their inherent properties Action 1. Ensure the alignment of the dishwasher frame is accurate and level. 1. Shut the door completely 2. Press the main power switch to turn unit on 3. To reset, refer to "cancelling or changing cycle" in this manual 4. To reset, refer to "delay start" section in this manual 5. Check circuit breaker 6. Select a cycle and close the door. 7. Check and turn on water supply 1. To adjust the volume or deactivate, refer to the "cycle completion signal" section in this manual. 1. Check the fuse or circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the breaker if necessary 2. Ensure door is properly latched and completely closed 1. Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet at the sink closest to the dishwasher 2. Sensors in the dishwasher automatically increase the cycle time to ensure a good wash when heavy soil is detected 3. Add rinse agent 4. Verify dishwasher is connected to hot water supply plumbing 1. Ensure that spray arm movement is not blocked by hand rotating spray arms before starting cycle 2. Remove the spray arms and clean according to the "care and maintenance" section of the manual 3. Increase or decrease detergent depending on the water hardness (refer to Table 1) 4. Clean the filters according to the "care and maintenance" section of the manual 5. Rearrange load such that water spray can reach all items in the dishwasher - see "loading the dishwasher" section of the manual 6. Refer to "wash cycle information" section of the manual 1. Add rinse agent - the use of rinse agent improves drying 2. Rearrange load to ensure items are not nesting (see "loading the dishwasher" section of the manual) 3. Rinse and Hold setting does not include drying 4. See the "Operating the Dishwasher" section of this manual to learn how to activate Extra Dry Heat 16