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Information for test institutes

Test institutes are provided with in-
formation for comparability tests, e.g.
according to EN60436.
These are the conditions for conduct-
ing the tests, however they are not
the results or consumption values.
E-mail enquiries to: dishwasher@test-
appliances.com
The product number (E-Nr.) and the
production number (FD) are required
here. They can be found on the rat-
ing plate on the appliance door.

Favourite 

You can save a combination of a pro-
gramme and an additional function to
the   button.
You can save the program via the
Home Connect app or on the appli-
ance.
The pre-rinse program is saved to
this button at the factory. Pre-rinse is
suitable for all types of tableware.
The tableware undergoes intermedi-
ate cleaning via cold rinsing.

Tip: 

You can use the Home Connect

app to download additional pro-
grammes and save them to the 
button.

1

Save Favourite

 on the appliance.

1.

Open the appliance door.

2.

Press  ⁠.

3.

Press the right programme button. 
→ 

"Programmes", Page 20

4.

Press the button for the relevant
additional function. 
→ 

"Additional functions", Page 22

5.

Press   for approx. 3 seconds.

a

The selected programme and the
additional function will flash.

a

 flashes.

a

The programme and the additional
function are saved.

Tip: 

To reset the programme, either

use the Home Connect app or reset
your appliance back to the factory
settings. 
→ 

"Overview of basic settings",

Page 38

Additional functions

Additional functions

Additional functions

You can find an overview of the addi-
tional functions that can be selected
here. Different additional functions,
which can be found on the control
panel of your appliance, are available
depending on the appliance configur-
ation.

Additional func-
tion

Use

Speed

¡

The run time is
shortened by 15% to
75% depending on the
rinse programme.

¡

Energy and water con-
sumption are increased.

1

Depending on the appliance specifications

Summary of Contents for SMD6ZCX50E

Page 1: ...Register your new device on MyBosch now and get free benefits bosch home com welcome Dishwasher SMD6ZCX50E en User manual ...

Page 2: ...ammes 20 Information for test institutes 22 Favourite 22 Additional functions 22 Features 23 Top basket 23 Bottom basket 24 Cutlery drawer 24 Etagere 25 Folding prongs 25 Extra Clean Zone 26 Basket heights 27 Before using for the first time 27 Performing the initial configura tion 27 Water softening system 27 Overview of water hardness set tings 28 Setting the water softening sys tem 28 Special sa...

Page 3: ...3 Cleaning products 43 Tips on appliance care 43 Machine Care 43 Filter system 44 Cleaning spray arms 45 Troubleshooting 47 Appliance safety 47 Error code Fault display Sig nal 48 Washing results 50 Home Connect problem 56 Information on display panel 57 Malfunctions 57 Mechanical damage 58 Noise 58 Clean wastewater pump 60 Transportation storage and disposal 60 Removing the appliance 60 Protect a...

Page 4: ...he information on intended use to ensure that you use the appliance correctly and safely Only use this appliance As specified in this instruction manual 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...

Page 5: ...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 ...

Page 6: ...e 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 Follow these safety instructions when using the appliance WARNING Risk of serious harm to health Failure to comply with safety instructions and directions for use...

Page 7: ...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 pr...

Page 8: ...nger 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 61 Repairs to the applian...

Page 9: ... 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...

Page 10: ...en 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 12 ...

Page 11: ...ll the dishwasher near heat sources e g radiat ors heat storage tanks ovens or other appliances that gener ate heat Modified or damaged water hoses may result in material damage and damage to the appliance Never kink crush modify or cut through water hoses Only use the water hoses sup plied with the appliance or genu ine spare hoses Never re use water hoses that have been used before If the water ...

Page 12: ...d in the appliance and thus suffocate Activate the electric childproof lock and close the appliance door Opening appliance door Page 35 Environmental protection and saving energy Environmental protection and saving energy Environmental protection and saving energy Help protect the environment by us ing your appliance in a way that con serves resources and by disposing of reusable materials properl...

Page 13: ...dity of the rinsing water You can save water with the AquaSensor Use of the AquaSensor depends on the programme If the soiling level is high the rinsing water is drained off and replaced with fresh water If the soiling level is lower the rinsing wa ter is used in the next wash cycle so reducing water consumption by 3 6 litres In the automatic programmes the temperature and run time are ad ditional...

Page 14: ...install your dishwasher as a free standing appli ance you must stop it from tipping over e g by screwing it to the wall or installing it under a continuous work top that is securely connected to ad jacent cabinets 1 Follow the safety instructions Page 4 2 Follow the instructions for elec trical connection Page 15 3 Check the Scope of supply and the condition of the appliance 4 Consult the installa...

Page 15: ...rinking water connection is not kinked crushed or twisted Electrical connection Connect your appliance to the power supply Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Notes Follow the Safety instructions 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...

Page 16: ...sing yourself with your appliance Familiarise yourself with the parts of your appliance Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD number Page 62 The data you need for Customer Service Page 61 1 Depending on the appliance specifications ...

Page 17: ...sket Top basket 8 Cutlery drawer Cutlery drawer Page 24 9 Cutlery shelf1 Cutlery shelf Page 25 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 45 11 Intake opening of the Zeolith con tainer The intake opening is required for Zeolith drying Page 13 12 Blow opening of the Zeolith...

Page 18: ...buttons Changing basic settings Page 40 4 Timer programming and setting but tons Setting timer programming Page 36 Changing basic settings Page 40 5 Remote Start Remote Start Page 41 6 Programme buttons and additional functions Programmes Page 20 Additional functions Page 22 7 Start button Starting the programme Page 36 8 WLAN display Home Connect Page 40 9 Water supply display Display for water s...

Page 19: ...Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 19 13 button If you press for approx 3 seconds you can open the basic settings Changing basic settings Page 40 1 Depending on the appliance specifications ...

Page 20: ...cing factors such as water temperat ure or pipe pressure may result in deviations Programme Use Programme sequence Additional func tions Intensive 70 Tableware Washing pots and pans non fragile tableware and cutlery Level of soiling Removing stubborn burned or dried on food remnants containing starch and protein Intensive Pre Rinse Cleaning 70 C Intermediate rinse Final rinse 50 C Drying All Addit...

Page 21: ...g ExtraDry IntensiveZone SpeedPerfect Additional functions Page 22 Express 60 Tableware Cleaning mixed table ware and cutlery Level of soiling Removing common household food remnants lightly dried on Time optimised Cleaning 60 C Intermediate rinse Final rinse 50 C Drying All Additional functions Page 22 Express 45 Tableware Cleaning delicate table ware cutlery temperat ure sensitive plastics and g...

Page 22: ...onal pro grammes and save them to the button 1 Save Favourite on the appliance 1 Open the appliance door 2 Press 3 Press the right programme button Programmes Page 20 4 Press the button for the relevant additional function Additional functions Page 22 5 Press for approx 3 seconds a The selected programme and the additional function will flash a flashes a The programme and the additional function a...

Page 23: ...There is a slight in crease in energy con sumption and the run time is extended Features Features Features You can find an overview of the pos sible features of your appliance and how to use them here These features depend on the model of your appliance Top basket Arrange cups and glasses in the top basket You can adjust the height of the top basket to make room for larger items of tableware Adjus...

Page 24: ... shown Cutlery drawer Arrange cutlery in the cutlery drawer Arrange cutlery with the points and sharp edges downwards You can reorganise the cutlery drawer to make more space for longer wider items of cutlery Reorganising cutlery drawer You can fold down the side shelves and front prongs to make more space for longer wider items of cut lery 1 To fold down a side shelf push the lever forwards and f...

Page 25: ...all cups and glasses or for large items of cutlery e g cooking spoons or serving cutlery If you do not need the cutlery shelf you can fold it up Folding prongs Use the folding prongs to position tableware securely e g plates You can fold the prongs down to po sition pans bowls and glasses better 1 Folding down prongs1 If you do not need the prongs fold them down 1 Depending on the appliance specif...

Page 26: ... increase if you operate your appliance with the Extra Clean Zone switched on 1 Pull out the top basket 2 Set the slider to ON or OFF 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 2 Pull the tab on the Extra Clean Zone up and forw...

Page 27: ...u will need to make settings Tip Connect your appliance to a mo bile device You can conveniently change all settings via the Home Connect app Home Connect quick start Page 41 Requirement The appliance has been installed and connected Page 14 1 Add special salt Page 28 2 Add rinse aid Page 30 3 Switch on the appliance Page 36 4 Setting the water softening sys tem Page 28 5 Set the amount of rinse a...

Page 28: ...you can dispense with special salt and switch off the water softening system Switching off the water softening system Page 29 Setting the water softening system Set the water hardness on your appli ance 1 Determine the water hardness and the appropriate setting value Overview of water hardness set tings Page 28 2 Press 3 To open the basic settings press for 3 seconds a The display shows H xx a The...

Page 29: ...d turn to close Switching off the water softening system If you find the special salt refill indic ator irritating e g when using com bined detergents with salt replace ment substances you can switch the salt refill indicator off Note To avoid damage to the appliance only switch off the water softening system in the following cases The water hardness is max 26 E and you are using combined deter ge...

Page 30: ...se cycles 6 Additional run time in minutes 7 Additional water consumption in litres 5 Additional power consumption in kWh 0 05 The consumption values specified are laboratory measurements determ ined in accordance with the currently applicable standard and using the Eco 50 programme and the factory value of the water hardness is set to 16 20 E Rinse aid system Rinse aid system Rinse aid system You...

Page 31: ... switch the rinse aid sys tem off Tip The function of rinse aid is lim ited with combined detergents You will generally get better results using rinse aid 1 Press 2 To open the basic settings press for 3 seconds a The display shows H xx a The display shows 3 Press repeatedly until the display shows the value set at the factory r 05 4 Press or repeatedly until the display shows r 00 5 To save the s...

Page 32: ...th powder and liquid detergent the dosage can be individually adjusted to the level of soiling of the table ware For better washing and drying results and to avoid damage to the appli ance please additionally use Spe cial salt Page 28 and Rinse aid Page 30 Combined detergent Besides conventional separate deter gents a number of products are available with additional functions These products contai...

Page 33: ... if the rinse aid and special salt refill indicators light up wash ing programmes will run properly with combined detergents The function of rinse aid is limited with combined detergents You will generally get better results using rinse aid Use tablets with a special drying performance Adding detergent 1 To open the detergent dispenser press the locking latch 2 Add the detergent to the dry deter g...

Page 34: ...s and tableware was not dishwasher safe Only put glasses and china in the dish washer if it is marked as dishwasher safe by the manufacturer The chemical com position of the deter gent causes damage Use a detergent marked as gentle on tableware by the man ufacturer Highly caustic alkaline or highly acidic clean ing agents in particu lar commercial or in dustrial cleaning agents are not suit able f...

Page 35: ...ake sure that they can turn freely Do not place small parts in the tablet collecting tray and do not block it with tableware so as not to obstruct the lid of the deter gent dispenser Removing tableware WARNING Risk of injury Hot tableware can cause burns to the skin When hot tableware is sensitive to shock may crack and can result in injury When the programme has ended do not empty the appliance u...

Page 36: ...ctions You can set additional functions to complete the washing programme selected Note The additional functions which can be used depend on the pro gramme selected Programmes Page 20 Press the button for the relevant additional function Additional functions Page 22 a The additional function is set and the additional function button flashes Setting timer programming 1 Press or a 00h 01m appears on...

Page 37: ... programme early or to switch from a programme that has already started you will need to can cel it first 1 Open the appliance door 2 Press for approx 4 seconds 3 Close the appliance door a All displays light up a As soon as the displays are off the display shows 00h 01m and the residual water is pumped out a The programme is cancelled and ends after approx 1 minute Switching off appliance 1 Pleas...

Page 38: ...witch 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 13 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 Hot water A 00 1 A...

Page 39: ...ance is switched on With the setting SP 00 the last programme selected is set by de fault for when the appliance is switched on With the setting SP 01 the Eco 50 programme is set by default for 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...

Page 40: ...isplay shows the required set ting 5 Press or repeatedly until the display shows the right value You can change several settings 6 To save the settings press for 3 seconds 7 Close the appliance door Home Connect Home Connect Home Connect This appliance is network capable Connect your appliance to a mobile device to control its functions via the Home Connect app The Home Connect services are not av...

Page 41: ...etwork Wi Fi at its installation location 1 With the help of the Home Connect App scan the QR code 2 Follow the instructions in the Home Connect app Home Connect settings Adapt Home Connect to your needs You can find the Home Connect set tings in the basic settings for your ap pliance Which settings the display shows will depend on whether Home Connect has been set up and whether the appliance is ...

Page 42: ... following types of data to the Home Connect server initial registration Unique appliance identification consisting of appliance codes as well as the MAC address of the Wi Fi communication module in stalled Security certificate of the Wi Fi communication module to ensure a secure data connection The current software and hardware version of your appliance Status of any previous reset to factory set...

Page 43: ...or seals the front of the dish washer and the con trol panel regularly us ing a damp cloth and washing up liquid This ensures the parts of the appliance will remain clean and hy gienic If the appliance is not going to be used for a while leave the door slightly ajar This will prevent un pleasant odours Machine Care Deposits e g from remnants of food and limescale can cause your appli ance to malfu...

Page 44: ... specially designed for dishwashers Make sure that there are no alu minium parts e g extractor hood grease filters or aluminium pans in the interior of the appliance If you have not run Machine Care after 3 washing cycles the indic ator for Machine Care will go out automatically For optimum cleaning perform ance ensure the correct place ment of cleaners Follow the safety instructions given on the ...

Page 45: ... out 1 2 5 Clean the filter elements under run ning water Carefully clean the rim of dirt between the coarse and the fine fil ter 6 Re assemble the filter system Make sure that the locking catches on the coarse filter click into posi tion 7 Insert the filter system into the ap pliance and turn the coarse filter clockwise Make sure that the arrow markings match up Cleaning spray arms Limescale and ...

Page 46: ...ray arm to re move 3 Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any for eign bodies 4 Insert the lower spray arm a The spray arm clicks into position 5 Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place ...

Page 47: ...a special connection cable which is available from the manufacturer or his Customer Service Appliance safety Fault Cause troubleshooting Appliance door opens acci dently Automatic door opening ac tivated accidently To prevent the appliance door opening accidentally activate the childproof lock Appliance door does not open Childproof lock is activated Press the top of the door in the middle twice i...

Page 48: ...ment 1 Descale the appliance 2 Operate the appliance with the Wa ter softening system E 30 00 will light up altern ately Water protection system is activated 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Call Customer Service Page 61 E 31 00 will light up altern ately Water protection system is activated 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Call Customer Service Page 61 E 34 00 will light up altern ately Water is continuously...

Page 49: ... kinked 1 Reposition the wastewater hose without kinks 2 Remove residues Siphon connection is still sealed Check the connection to the siphon and open if necessary Cover of the wastewater pump is loose Secure the cover of the Wastewa ter pump Page 60 so it clicks into position E 61 02 will light up altern ately Wastewater pump is blocked Clean the wastewater pump Clean wastewater pump Page 60 Cove...

Page 50: ...the er ror code Washing results Fault Cause troubleshooting Tableware is not dry No rinse aid used or dosage set too low 1 Add Rinse aid Page 30 2 Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed Setting the amount of rinse aid Page 31 Programme or programme option has no drying phase or the drying phase is too brief Select a programme with drying e g intensive strong or ECO pro gramme Page 20 Some opt...

Page 51: ...n the cutlery con tact points 1 Arrange cutlery individually where possible Page 34 2 Avoid points of contact Appliance interior still wet after wash cycle Not a fault The condensa 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 No action required Remnants of food on table ware Ta...

Page 52: ...op baskets on the left and right to the same level Detergent residue in the ap pliance Lid of the detergent dis penser is blocked by items of tableware parts and will not open 1 Arrange tableware in the top basket tableware so the tab collecting tray is not obstructed by tableware Arrange tableware Page 34 Items of tableware are blocking the dispenser lid 2 Do not place tableware or fra grance dis...

Page 53: ...ing 2 Change your detergent if required Special salt dispenser is not screwed tight Screw the special salt dispenser tight Stubborn white coatings are present on tableware inside the appliance or the door Detergent substances are deposited there These coat ings cannot generally be re moved with chemicals Change your detergent Page 31 Clean the appliance mechanically The hardness range is set in co...

Page 54: ...hanical cleaning Page 43 or a machine cleaning product It may not always be possible to com pletely remove deposits but they are harmless to health The formation of films is due to metal components on sil ver or aluminium tableware Clean the appliance You can remove deposits with Mechanical cleaning Page 43 or a machine cleaning product It may not always be possible to com pletely remove deposits ...

Page 55: ...l not open fully 1 Arrange tableware in the top basket tableware so the tab collecting tray is not obstructed by tableware 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 Tableware has been pre cleaned too intensely The sensors chose a weaker pro gramme Stubborn soiling cannot be entirely r...

Page 56: ...ent to a detergent dispenser when dry Excessive formation of foam occurs Hand washing up liquid is present in dispenser for rinse aid Immediately add rinse aid to the dispenser Adding rinse aid Page 30 Rinse aid has been spilled Remove the rinse aid with a cloth Detergent or appliance care product used causes excess ive foaming Change the brand of detergent Home Connect problem Fault Cause trouble...

Page 57: ...bleshooting Water is left in the appliance at the end of the pro gramme Filter system or area under the filters is blocked 1 Clean the Filters Page 45 2 Clean the Wastewater pump Page 60 Programme has not yet ended Wait until the programme ends or cancel the programme with Reset Terminate programme Page 37 Appliance cannot be switched on or operated Software update is taking place Wait until the s...

Page 58: ...shooting Appliance door cannot be closed Door lock has been activ ated Close the appliance door with greater force Door cannot be closed due to installation method Check whether the appliance has 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 not in home position Wait for a seco...

Page 59: ...g or rattling noise With a small load the water jets directly strike against the tub Distribute the tableware evenly Load the appliance with more table ware Light items of tableware move about during the wash cycle Position light items of tableware se curely ...

Page 60: ...over inwards at an angle and remove 7 Remove any remnants of food and foreign bodies in the area of the impeller 8 Insert the pump cover and press down 1 2 a The pump cover clicks into posi tion 9 Install the filter system 10 Insert the top and bottom basket Transportation storage and disposal Transportation storage and disposal Transportation storage and disposal You can find out here how to prep...

Page 61: ...can be re used by recycling 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 1 Unplug the appliance from the mains 2 Cut through the power cord 3 Dispose of t...

Page 62: ... number FD and the consecutive numbering Z Nr of your appliance The contact details for Customer Ser vice can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on our website Product number E Nr pro duction number FD and con secutive numbering Z Nr You can find the product number E Nr the production number FD and the consecutive numbering Z Nr on the appliance s rating plate The rating plate ...

Page 63: ...e of printing its web address had not yet been published Please then fol low the instructions on searching for models The model identifier is made up of the characters before the slash in the product number E Nr on the rating plate Alternatively you can also find the model identifier in the first line of the EU energy label Information regarding Free and Open Source Software This product includes ...

Page 64: ... 64 Reference OSSREQUEST The cost of performing your request will be charged to you This offer is valid three years from the date of pur chase or at least as long as we offer support and spare parts for the re spective appliance ...

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