Bosch SHX4AP06UC Use and Care Manual - Page 23

Self Help Dishwashers may occasionallyexhibit 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 Dishwasher does not start Dishwasher beeping (end of cycle signal) Display does not illuminate or console lights are not on Dishwasher seems to run a long time Dishes aren't getting clean enough Dishes are not getting dry enough Cause 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 dish- washer or blown fuse. 6. Child lock activated (select models). 7. The door may have been closed without first select- ing a cycle. 8. Water supply may not be turned on. Default factory settings alert the customer that the cycle has completed by beeping.This feature can be deactivated if so desired. 1. A fuse may have been blown or circuit breaker tripped. 2. Door not closed or latched. Note: For models with controls on the top portion of the door, the display only illuminates when the door is opened and controls are visible. 1. Incoming water is not warm enough. 2. Cycle time can vary due to soil and water condi- tions. 3. Rinse agent dispenser is empty. 4. Dishwasher connected to cold water supply. Note: Refer to "Cycle Chart Data" section in this manual for typical cycle length. 1. Spray arm movement is obstructed. 2. Spray arm nozzles clogged. 3. Improper use of detergents. 4. Filters could be clogged. 5. Dishes a re nested or loaded too close together. 6. Selected wash cycle is not suitable for food soil condtions. Rinse agent dispenser is empty. (Rinse agent indicator is activated). 2. Improper loading of dishes. 3. Selected cycle does not include drying. Note: Plastic orTeflon do not typically dry as completely as other items due to their inherent properties. Action 1. Shut the door completely. 2. Press the main power switch to turn unit on. 3. To reset, refer to "Canceling or changing the cycle" section in this manual. 4. To reset, refer to"Delay Start" section in this manual. 5. Check circuit breaker. 6. Deactivate the child lock. Refer to "Child Lock" section in this manual if applicable. 7. Select a cycle and close the door. 8. Check and turn on water supply. To adjust the volume or deactivate, refer to "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 that door is properly latched and completely closed. 1. Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet at the sink nearest 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. 2. Remove the spray arms and clean according to "Check/Clean the Spray Arm Nozzles"in Care and Maintenance section of this manual. 3. Increase or decrease detergent depending on the water hardness. Refer to Table under"Adding Detergent and Rinse Agent". 4. Clean the filter. Refer to"Check/Clean the Filter System" under Care and Maintenance section of this manual. 5. Rearrange load such that water spray can reach all items in the dishwasher. See also "Preparing and Loading" section of this manual. 6. Refer to "Wash Cycle" section in Operating the Dishwasher section of this manual. 1. Add rinse agent. The use of rinse agent improves drying. 2. Rearrange load to ensure items are not nested. Refer also to the "Preparing and Loading" section of this manual. 3. Rinse and Hold setting does not include drying cycle, Note: Select models o_er an extra heating options to improve drying performance. Refer to "Wash Cycle options" under the Operating the Dishwasher section of this manual. 23