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en-us Getting Started + Water softening system / special salt Your water hardness level directly impacts your dishwasher's performance. Hard water will increase spotting and reduce detergent performance. Some dishwasher models are equipped with a water softener that uses a special salt to adjust the water hardness to obtain optimal performance. The dishwasher salt is added to the salt chamber 1Z located under the lower dishwasher rack. The amount of salt that is dispensed is based on your home water hardness. The home water hardness can be determined by using the water hardness test strip included in your manual set (or from your local hardware store). The dishwasher water softener setting must be adjusted to match your water hardness. Instructions for use of included "Water Hardness Test Strip" Only use salt designed for automatic dishwashers. Never use household water softener salt or table salt. Follow the instructions below for the included test strip. (If purchasing a different test strip, follow manufacturers instructions). 1. Run the water at the kitchen sink for 5 minutes. 2. Dip the end of the test strip with the colored squares into the tap water for 1 second and shake off excess water. 3. After one minute, compare the test strip to the chart below and determine the Dishwasher Water Softener setting. 4. Adjust the dishwasher Water Softener setting. ~ "Adjusting the water softening system" on page 13 5. If required, add salt to the dishwasher salt chamber as shown. ~ "Using special dishwasher salt" on page 13 Adjusting the water softener settings Using the test strip included with your dishwasher (Purchased test strips may have a different scale) Water softener setting •:‹‹ Add salt to salt dispenser No Water hardness onversion chart (only necessary if you purchase a different test strip) ppm gpg/°dH 0 116 0 6 •:‹, Yes 117 152 7 8 •:‹ƒ Yes •:‹„ Yes •:‹... Yes •:‹† Yes •:‹‡ Yes •:‹ˆ Yes 153 188 9 10 189 223 11 13 224 294 14 17 295 383 18 22 384 544 23 31 545 890 32 52 12

Section	Page
Table of contents	3
en-us Operating instructions	3
( Safety Definitions 5	3
( IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6	3
ƒ Causes of Damage 9	3
* Getting Started 10	3
+ Water softening system / special salt 12	3
, Rinse Aid 14	3
- Loading the Dishwasher 15	3
. Detergent 25	3
/ Dishwasher Cycles 27	3
0 Dishwasher Cycle Options 28	3
1 Operating the Dishwasher 31	3
2 Care and Maintenance 36	3
3 Troubleshooting 40	3
4 Customer Service 44	3
‡ Statement of Limited Product Warranty 45	3
( Safety Definitions	5
Safety Definitions	5
9 WARNING	5
9 CAUTION	5
NOTICE	5
Note:	5
( IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	6
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	6
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS	6
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury, observe the following:	6
Risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury	6
9 WARNING	6
Risk of injury or death!	6
9 WARNING	6
Risk of injury!	6
9 WARNING	6
Risk of electrical shock or fire!	6
9 WARNING	6
Health hazard!	6
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS	7
9 WARNING	7
Risk of electric shock!	7
Safe Operation	7
9 CAUTION	7
9 WARNING	7
Risk of injury!	7
Child Safety	8
Proper Care and Maintenance	8
9 WARNING	8
Risk of explosion!	8
NOTICE	8
9 WARNING	8
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings!	8
ƒ Causes of Damage	9
Causes of Damage	9
NOTICES	9
* Getting Started	10
Getting Started	10
Appliance overview	10
Operating panel	11
Dishwasher interior components	11
Display indicators	11
Menu overview	11
Setting	11
Factory setting	11
Description	11
+ Water softening system / special salt	12
Instructions for use of included “Water Hardness Test Strip”	12
1. Run the water at the kitchen sink for 5 minutes.	12
2. Dip the end of the test strip with the colored squares into the tap water for 1 second and shake off excess water.	12
3. After one minute, compare the test strip to the chart below and determine the Dishwasher Water Softener setting.	12
4. Adjust the dishwasher Water Softener setting. ~ \	12
5. If required, add salt to the dishwasher salt chamber as shown. ~ \	12
Adjusting the water softener settings	12
Using the test strip included with your dishwasher (Purchased test strips may have a different scale)	12
Water softener setting	12
Add salt to salt dispenser	12
Water hardness onversion chart (only necessary if you purchase a different test strip)	12
ppm	12
gpg/°dH	12
Adjusting the water softening system	13
Set the softening system as follows:	13
1. Ask your local water utility company for the water hardness value of your tap water.	13
2. Required setting can be found in the water hardness table.	13
3. Open the door.	13
4. Switch on On/Off switch (.	13
5. Hold down function key # and press Start button P until the display 8 indicates •:‹x (x can be any number).	13
6. Release both buttons. The indicator of function key # flashes and the display 8 indicates •:‹…. Press function key 3 to select the desired setting.	13
7. Save the selected setting by pressing the Start button P .	13
Using special dishwasher salt	13
NOTICE	13
Top off the salt as follows:	13
1. Undo the screw plug on the dispenser 1Z.	13
2. Fill the dispenser with water (required only when switching on the appliance for the first time).	13
3. Add salt as illustrated (do not use table salt, salt tablets or salt for use with whole house water softeners).	13
Using detergents with salt component	13
Detergent with a salt component	13
Switching off low salt indicator / water softening system	13
Switching off water softening system	13
, Rinse Aid	14
Rinse Aid	14
Note:	14
Adding rinse aid	14
NOTICE	14
1. Open the rinse aid dispenser 9* by pressing on the latch of the lid and pull it open.	14
2. Add liquid rinse aid to the dispenser 9* until it is full. Do not overfill.	14
3. Close the lid. Lid must be fully closed until it clicks in order to seal.	14
4. Wipe up any excess rinse aid that may have puddled when the dispenser reservoir is full.	14
NOTICE	14
Setting the amount of rinse aid used	14
Setting	15
Amount	15
1. Open the door.	15
2. Press the On/Off button (.	15
3. Hold down function key # and press Start button P until the display 8 indicates •:‹x (x can be any number).	15
4. Release both buttons. The indicator of function key # flashes and the display 8 indicates the factory set value •:‹…	15
5. Press the function key # until the display 8 shows §:‹†.	15
6. Press function key 3 to select the desired setting.	15
7. Press Start button P to save the setting.	15
Turning off rinse aid indicator	15
NOTICE	15
- Loading the Dishwasher	15
Loading the Dishwasher	15
Dishware material	15
Note:	15
Recommended	15
Not Recommended	16
Loading the racks	16
For best dishwashing results, observe the following when loading the dishwasher:	16
NOTICE	16
Loading the upper rack	16
Note:	16
Loading the lower rack	16
Loading the third level rack	17
Recommended loading pattern	17
12 place setting	17
Lower rack 9\	17
Upper rack 12	17
Note:	17
Third rack 1*	17
Additional loading pattern	18
10 place setting	18
Lower rack 9\	18
Upper rack 12	18
Note:	18
Third rack 1*	18
Loading the silverware basket	18
9 WARNING	18
Risk of injury!	18
The Double Flex silverware basket	19
Side by side	19
Back to back	19
Note:	19
Suggested loading patterns	20
Recommended loading pattern	20
12 place setting	20
Additional loading pattern	20
10 place setting	20
Unloading the dishwasher	20
Note:	20
Adjusting the height of the rack	20
With silverware basket	20
Upper rack	20
Lower rack	20
9.4 in (24 cm)	20
13.4 in (34 cm)	20
10.4 in (26.5 cm)	20
12 in (30.5 cm)	20
11.4 in (29 cm)	20
11 in (28 cm)	20
With third rack	21
Upper rack	21
Lower rack	21
7 in (18 cm)	21
13.4 in (34 cm)	21
8 in (20.5 cm)	21
12 in (30.5 cm)	21
9 in (23 cm)	21
11 in (28 cm)	21
RackMatic®	21
1. Pull the upper rack out of the dishwasher until it stops.	21
2. To lower the rack, push the RackMatic® lever inward.	21
3. To raise the rack, hold the basket on the sides of the upper rack and lift it up.	21
Note:	21
Rack accessories	21
Flip tines	21
Third rack	22
Cup shelves	22
Removing/Installing third rack	22
Removing third rack 1*	23
1. Pull out third rack all the way (1).	23
2. Lift upper rollers over the stopper hooks of both rails (2).	23
3. Pull third rack out forward and upward so the the holding hooks and the lower rollers of the rack slide over the stopper hooks of both rails (3).	23
Installing third rack 1*	23
1. Pull out third rack rails all the way (1).	23
2. Insert third rack at an angle. Make sure that the stopper hooks of both rails slide in between the holding hooks and the lower rollers of the third rack (2).	23
3. Slide third rack in and lift the upper rollers over the front stopper hooks of both rails (3).	23
4. Push in third rack (4).	23
Removing/Installing upper rack with Rackmatic®	23
Removing upper rack 12	24
1. Pull out upper rack all the way (1).	24
2. Lift front rollers over the stopper hook of the rail (2).	24
3. Pull out upper rack forwards and upwards so that the upper and lower rollers of the rack slide over the stopper hooks of both rails (3).	24
Installing upper rack 12	24
1. Pull out upper rack rails all the way (1).	24
2. Insert upper rack at an angle. Make sure that the stopper hooks of both rails slide in between the upper and lower rollers on the rear side of the rack (2).	24
3. Slide upper rack in and lift the upper rollers over the front stopper hooks of both rails (3).	24
4. Push in upper rack (4).	24
. Detergent	25
Detergent	25
NOTICE	25
Note:	25
Wash Cycle	25
Hard Water/ Heavy Soil	25
Medium Water/ Medium Soil	25
Soft Water/ Little Soil	25
Adding detergent	26
1. If the detergent dispenser 92 is still closed, push the button 9: to open it.	26
Note:	26
2. Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser 92 only. Add detergent. Do not overfill the detergent dispenser.	26
Note:	26
3. Close the lid by placing the finger on the lid as shown. Slide the lid closed and press down firmly until it clicks.	26
Tip:	26
/ Dishwasher Cycles	27
Dishwasher Cycles	27
Wash cycle	27
Recommended use	27
Possible wash cycle option	27
Note:	27
Note:	27
The Energy Guide label was based on the Normal soil sensing cycle as follows: The unit was tested without any rinse aid (liquid) in the rinse aid dispenser 9*. A single dose of detergent was inserted into the detergent dispenser 92, with no detergent...	27
0 Dishwasher Cycle Options	28
Dishwasher Cycle Options	28
Delay	28
Half Load	28
Delicate	28
Sanitize	28
Extra Dry	28
ExtraScrub	28
Wash Cycle Information	29
Note:	30
Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of Section 6 of the NSF/ANSI Standard for Residential Equipment for soil removal and sanitization efficacy. There is no intention, either directly or indirectly, to imply that all cyc...	30
1 Operating the Dishwasher	31
Operating the Dishwasher	31
Note:	31
9 WARNING	31
Risk of injury!	31
Protection against unintentional operation	31
This function will be activated when:	31
Note:	31
Operating the touch buttons	31
AquaSensor	31
AquaSensor	31
Switching the appliance on	32
1. Turn the water supply on fully.	32
2. Open the door.	32
3. Press the On/Off button (.	32
4. Press Start button P.	32
Note:	32
Time display	32
Delay Start	32
To set Delay start:	32
1. Open the door and press the On/Off button (. Select a cycle.	32
2. Press the Delay button from the wash cycle options H until the displayed time corresponds with your requirements.	32
3. Press the Start button P to activate Delay start.	32
To cancel Delay start:	32
1. Open the door and press the Delay button until œ:‹‹ is indicated on the digital display 8.	32
2. Press the Start button P to save setting.	32
Note:	32
Wash cycle end	32
To change the signal volume:	32
1. Open the door.	32
2. Press the On/Off button (.	32
3. Hold down function key # and press Start button P until the display 8 indicates •:‹x (x can be any number).	32
4. Release both buttons. The LED for function key # flashes and teh digital display shows the factory setting •:‹….	32
5. Press function key # until the display shows ›:‹ƒ.	32
6. Press function key 3. Each time the button is pressed the set value increases by one level; when it reaches the value ›:‹„, the display jumps back to ›:‹‹ (off).	33
7. Press Start button P to save the setting.	33
Auto power off	33
To change the setting:	33
1. Open the door.	33
2. Press On/Off button (.	33
3. Hold down function key # and press Start button P until the display 8 indicates •:‹x (x can be any number).	33
4. Release both buttons. The indicator of function key # flashes and the display 8 indicates the factory set value •:‹…	33
5. Press function key # until the display 8 indicates ˜:‹x.	33
6. Press function key 3 until the display corresponds with your requirements.	33
7. Press Start button P.	33
Switching off the appliance	33
Short time after the end of the wash cycle:	33
1. Open the door.	33
2. Switch off On/Off button (.	33
3. Turn off water supply.	33
4. Remove the utensils when they have cooled down.	33
9 WARNING	33
Risk of injury!	33
Interrupting the wash cycle	34
9 CAUTION	34
1. Open the door.	34
2. Switch off On/Off switch (.	34
3. To continue the wash cycle, switch on the On/Off switch ( again.	34
4. Close the door.	34
Note:	34
Cancel a cycle (Reset)	34
1. Open the door and press and hold Start button P for approximately 3 seconds until the display reads ‹:‹‚, then close door again.	34
2. Wait about 1 minute while the dishwasher drains.	34
3. Open the door and press the On/Off button (.	34
Changing the wash cycle	34
Intensive drying	34
To change the setting:	34
1. Open the door.	34
2. Press On/Off button (.	34
3. Hold down function key # and press Start button P until the display 8 indicates •:x (x can be any number).	34
4. Release both buttons. The indicator of function key # flashes and the display 8 indicates the factory set value •:‹…	34
5. Press function key # until the display 8 indicates the factory set value š:‹‹.	34
6. Press function key 3 to switch the feature on š:‹‚ or off š:‹‹.	34
7. Press Start button P to save setting.	34
TimeLight® (Optical display while the wash cycle is running)	34
All time remaining displays	35
To change the setting:	35
1. Open the door.	35
2. Press On/Off button (.	35
3. Hold down function key # and press Start button P until the display 8 indicates •:x (x can be any number).	35
4. Release both buttons. The indicator of function key # flashes and the display 8 indicates the factory set value •:‹…	35
5. Press function key # until the display 8 indicates the factory set value †:‹‚.	35
6. Press function key 3 to switch between †:‹‹, †:‹‚ and †:‹ƒ.	35
7. Press Start button P to save setting.	35
2 Care and Maintenance	36
Care and Maintenance	36
Overall condition of the dishwasher	36
NOTICE	36
9 WARNING	36
Filters	36
Filter components	36
The filter system 1b consists of three parts.	36
Cleaning intervals	37
Your filter system may need to be cleaned when:	37
Cleaning interval	37
Use this setting,	37
Note:	37
To check or clean the filter system:	37
1. Unscrew the Large Object Trap as illustrated and remove the entire filter system.	37
2. Remove any residue and clean filters by rinsing under running water. Note: do not use abrasive brushes or steel wool, etc., as they may damage the filter.	37
3. Reinstall the filter system in reverse sequence and lock into place by screwing the Large Object Trap until the marking arrows align.	37
Spray arms	38
Check spray arms 1:, 1R for grease and limescale deposits. If you find such deposits:	38
Drain pump	38
Large food remnants in the rinsing water not retained by the filters may block the waste water pump. In this case:	38
Note:	38
Preparing your unit for vacation	39
NOTICE	39
Winterizing your unit	39
NOTICE	39
3 Troubleshooting	40
Troubleshooting	40
Problem	40
Cause	40
Action	40
Note:	40
Note:	41
Note:	41
Note:	41
Note:	42
Note:	42
Note:	43
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4 Customer Service	44
Customer Service	44
1. Call us at 1-800-944-2904	44
2. Contact Customer Service from our web site: www.bosch-home.com/us or www.bosch-home.ca	44
3. Contact your installer or the Bosch Authorized Service Contractor in your area.	44
4. Write us:	44
‡ Statement of Limited Product Warranty	45
Statement of Limited Product Warranty	45
What this Warranty Covers & Who it Applies to:	45
The limited warranty provided by BSH Home Appliances Corporation (BSH) in this Statement of Limited Product Warranty applies only to Bosch® dishwashers (“Product”) sold to you, the first using purchaser, provided that the Product was purchased:	45
How Long the Warranty Lasts	45
Extended Limited Warranty	45
BSH also provides these additional limited warranties:	45
Repair/Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy	46
Out of Warranty Product	46
Warranty Exclusions	46
The warranty coverage described herein excludes all defects or damage that are not the direct fault of BSH, including without limitation, one or more of the following:	46
How to Obtain Warranty Service	48
Table des matières	49
fr-ca Notice d'utilisation	49
( Indications de sécurité 51	49
( CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES 52	49
ƒ Causes de pannes 56	49
* Mise en marche 57	49
+ Système d'adoucissement de l'eau / sels 60	49
, Produit de rinçage 62	49
- Chargement du lave-vaisselle 64	49
. Détergent 75	49
/ Cycles du lave-vaisselle 77	49
0 Options de cycles du lave-vaisselle 78	49
1 Mise en marche du lave-vaisselle 81	49
2 Entretien et maintenance 86	49
3 Dépannage 91	49
4 Service à la clientèle 96	49
‡ Déclaration de la garantie limitée du produit 97	49
( Indications de sécurité	51
Indications de sécurité	51
9 AVERTISSEMENT	51
9 ATTENTION	51
AVIS	51
Remarque :	51
( CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES	52
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES	52
LISEZ ET CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS	52
Pour réduire le risque d'incendie, de choc électrique, ou de blessures graves, respectez les consignes suivantes :	52
Risque d'incendie, de choc électrique, ou de blessures graves	52
9 AVERTISSEMENT	52
Risque de blessure ou de décès !	52
9 AVERTISSEMENT	52
Risque de blessures !	52
9 AVERTISSEMENT	52
Risque de choc électrique ou d'incendie !	52
9 AVERTISSEMENT	53
Risque pour la santè !	53
INSTRUCTIONS DE MISE À LA TERRE	53
9 AVERTISSEMENT	53
Risque de choc électrique !	53
Fonctionnement normal	53
9 ATTENTION	54
9 AVERTISSEMENT	54
Risque de blessures !	54
Sécurité pour enfants	54
Entretien et maintenance corrects	55
9 AVERTISSEMENT	55
Risque d’explosion !	55
AVIS	55
9 AVERTISSEMENT	55
Mises en garde conformément à la proposition 65 de l'État de Californie !	55
ƒ Causes de pannes	56
Causes de pannes	56
AVIS	56
* Mise en marche	57
Mise en route	57
Vue d'ensemble de l'appareil	57
Panneau de commande	58
Composants internes du lave-vaisselle	58
Indicateurs	58
Réglages	59
Réglage	59
Réglages d'usine	59
Description	59
+ Système d'adoucissement de l'eau / sels	60
Instructions d'utilisation de la bandelette d'analyse de la dureté de l'eau comprise	60
1. Faites couler l'eau du robinet de la cuisine pendant 5 minutes.	60
2. Trempez l'extrémité de la bandelette avec les carrés de couleur dans l'eau du robinet pendant 1 seconde, puis secouez-la doucement pour en enlever l'excès d'eau.	60
3. Après une minute, comparez la bandelette d'analyse à la charte ci-dessous déterminez le réglage de l'adoucisseur d'eau.	60
4. Réglage de l'adoucisseur d'eau du lave-vaisselle. ~ \	60
5. Si nécessaire, ajouter de l'eau au compartiment salin de votre lave-vaisselle tel qu'indiqué. ~ \	60
Réglage du système d'adoucissement de l'eau	60
Utiliser la bandelette d'analyse comprise avec votre lave-vaisselle (les bandelettes d'analyse achetées séparément pourraient avoir une échelle différente)	60
Réglage de l'adoucisse ur d'eau	60
Ajouter du sel au distributeur de sel	60
Charte de conversion de la dureté de l'eau (uniquement nécessaire si vous achetez une bandelette d'analyse différente)	60
ppm	60
gpg/°dH	60
Réglage du système d'adoucissement de l'eau	61
Réglez le système d'adoucissement comme suit :	61
1. Demandez le degré de dureté de votre eau courante à votre fournisseur d'eau.	61
2. Le réglage à effectuer se trouve dans le tableau de dureté de l'eau.	61
3. Ouvrez la porte.	61
4. Appuyez sur le bouton On/Off (Marche/arrêt) (.	61
5. Maintenez la touche # enfoncée et appuyez sur le bouton Start (Démarrer) P jusqu'à ce que l'afficheur8indique •:‹x (x peut être un nombre quelconque).	61
6. Relâchez les deux boutons. L'indicateur de la touche # clignote et l'afficheur 8 indique la •:‹…. Appuyez sur la touche de fonction 3 pour sélectionner la valeur désirée.	61
7. Appuyez sur le bouton Start (Démarrer) P pour enregistrer le paramètre.	61
Utilisation de sels spéciaux pour lave-vaisselle	61
AVIS	61
Remplissez les sels au maximum comme suit :	61
1. Retirez le bouchon à vis du distributeur 1Z.	61
2. Remplissez le distributeur d'eau (opération requise uniquement lors de la première mise sous tension de l'appareil).	61
3. Ajoutez le sel comme illustré (n'utilisez pas de sel de table, de comprimés de sel ni de sel destiné aux adoucisseurs d'eau de toute la maison).	61
Utilisation de détergents chargés en sels	62
Détergent chargé en sels	62
Éteindre l'indicateur de niveau bas de sels/le système d'adoucissement de l'eau	62
Éteindre le système d'adoucissement de l'eau	62
, Produit de rinçage	62
Produit de rinçage	62
Remarque :	62
Ajout de produit de rinçage	62
AVIS	62
1. Ouvrez le distributeur de liquide de rinçage 9* en appuyant sur le loquet du couvercle et en tirant celui-ci.	62
2. Ajoutez le produit de rinçage liquide au distributeur 9* à pleine capacité. Ne le remplissez pas outre mesure.	63
3. Fermez le couvercle. Le couvercle doit être hermétiquement fermé jusqu'à l'encliquetage du loquet, pour garantir son étanchéité.	63
4. Essuyez tout excédent de produit de nettoyage déversé lorsque le réservoir est plein.	63
AVIS	63
Réglage de la quantité de produit de rinçage utilisé	63
Réglage	63
Quantité	63
1. Ouvrez la porte.	63
2. Appuyez sur le bouton On/Off (Marche/Arrêt) (.	63
3. Maintenez la touche #enfoncée et appuyez sur le bouton Start (Démarrer) P jusqu'à ce que l'afficheur 8 indique •:‹x (x peut être un nombre quelconque).	63
4. Relâchez les deux boutons. L'indicateur de la touche # clignote et l'afficheur 8 indique la valeur réglée en usine •:‹…	63
5. Appuyez sur la touche de fonction # jusqu'à ce que l'afficheur 8 indique §:‹†.	63
6. Appuyez sur la touche de fonction 3 pour sélectionner la valeur désirée.	63
7. Appuyez sur le bouton Start (Démarrer) P pour enregistrer le réglage.	63
Désactivation de l'indicateur de produit de rinçage	64
AVIS	64
- Chargement du lave-vaisselle	64
Chargement du lave-vaisselle	64

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Getting Started

Water softening

system / special salt

Your water hardness level directly

impacts your dishwasher’s

performance. Hard water will

increase spotting and reduce

detergent performance. Some

dishwasher models are equipped

with a water softener that uses a

special salt to adjust the water

hardness to obtain optimal

performance. The dishwasher salt is

added to the salt chamber

located under the lower dishwasher

rack. The amount of salt that is

dispensed is based on your home

water hardness. The home water

hardness can be determined by

using the water hardness test strip

included in your manual set (or from

your local hardware store). The

dishwasher water softener setting

must be adjusted to match your

water hardness.

Instructions for use of

included “Water Hardness

Test Strip”

Only use salt designed for automatic

dishwashers. Never use household

water softener salt or table salt.

Follow the instructions below for the

included test strip. (If purchasing a

different test strip, follow

manufacturers instructions).

Run the water at the kitchen sink

for 5 minutes.

Dip the end of the test strip with

the colored squares into the tap

water for 1 second and shake off

excess water.

After one minute, compare the

test strip to the chart below and

determine the Dishwasher Water

Softener setting.

Adjust the dishwasher Water

Softener setting.

"Adjusting

the water softening system"

on page 13

If required, add salt to the

dishwasher salt chamber as

shown.

"Using special

dishwasher salt" on page 13

Adjusting the water softener settings

Using the test strip included with

your dishwasher

(Purchased test strips may have a

different scale)

Water

softener

setting

Add salt to

salt

dispenser

Water hardness onversion chart

(only necessary if you purchase a

different test strip)

ppm

gpg/°dH

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