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Familiarising yourself with your appliance

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Detergent dispenser

"Detergent" 

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Page 28

 is added to the detergent

dispenser.

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Bottom basket

"Bottom basket" 

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Page 23

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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. 

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"Cleaning spray arms", Page 42

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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.

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Top basket

Top basket

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Cutlery drawer

"Cutlery drawer" 

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Page 24

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Cutlery shelf

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"Cutlery shelf" 

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Page 24

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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 42

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Filter system

"Filter system" 

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Page 41

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Cutlery basket

"Cutlery basket" 

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Page 24

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Dispenser for rinse aid

Add rinse aid to the dispenser for rinse aid. 

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"Rinse aid system", Page 27

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Depending on the appliance specifications

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.

Summary of Contents for SMS6HCI01A

Page 1: ...Register your new device on MyBosch now and get free benefits bosch home com welcome Dishwasher SMS6HCI01A aus User manual ...

Page 2: ...est institute 21 Favourite 21 Additional functions 22 Features 22 Top basket 22 Bottom basket 23 Cutlery basket 24 Cutlery drawer 24 Etagere 24 Folding prongs 24 Baking sheet spray head 25 Extra Clean Zone 25 Basket heights 26 Before using for the first time 27 Making settings for initial start up 27 Rinse aid system 27 Rinse aid 27 Setting the amount of rinse aid 28 Switching the rinse aid system...

Page 3: ...Cleaning spray arms 42 Troubleshooting 43 Appliance safety 43 Error code Fault display Sig nal 43 Washing results 45 Home Connect problem 51 Information on display panel 51 Malfunctions 51 Mechanical damage 52 Noise 53 Clean wastewater pump 54 Transportation storage and disposal 54 Removing the appliance 54 Protect appliance from frost 55 Transporting the appliance 55 Disposing of old appliance 55...

Page 4: ...ormation 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 4000 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...

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: ...irections 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 c...

Page 7: ...ay splash out of the appliance Open the appliance door carefully if the programme is still running WARNING Risk of tipping Overfilling the Baskets may cause the appliance to tip up Never overfill the Baskets with free standing appliances WARNING Risk of electric shock An ingress of moisture can cause an electric shock Only use the appliance in enclosed spaces Never expose the appliance to intense ...

Page 8: ...by trained specialist staff Improper 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 inst...

Page 9: ...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 WARNING Risk of injury Children may get their fingers caught in the slots of the tablet collecting tray and injure themsel...

Page 10: ...ks 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 pressure is too high or too low this may impair function ing of the...

Page 11: ...vated manually 1 Open the appliance door 2 Pull the catch of the childproof lock forwards and close the ap pliance door 1 2 Deactivating the door lock 1 Open the appliance door 2 Push the catch of the childproof lock to the right and slide it backwards 1 2 3 Close the appliance door Environmental protection and saving energy Environmental protection and saving energy Environmental protection and s...

Page 12: ...f soiling The sensor has different sensitivity settings that can be changed in the basic settings Sensor setting Description SE 00 Optimum setting for a mixed load and heavily soiled tableware Saves both energy and water SE 01 Adjusts the programme strength for effective re moval of food remnants even with low soiling levels Energy and water consumption are adjusted accordingly SE 02 Adjusts the p...

Page 13: ...age 13 7 Install the drinking water connec tion Page 13 8 Connect the appliance to the power supply Drainage connection Connect your appliance to drainage connection so dirty water is dis charged via the wash cycle Installing the drainage connection 1 Consult the installation instructions supplied for the steps required here 2 Connect the wastewater hose to the outlet connection of the siphon usin...

Page 14: ...ety instructions Page 5 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 ...

Page 15: ... with your appliance Familiarising yourself with 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 1 Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD number Page 56 The data you need for Customer Service Page 55 1 Depending on the appliance specifications ...

Page 16: ...y dissolve 6 Top basket Top basket 7 Cutlery drawer Cutlery drawer Page 24 8 Cutlery shelf1 Cutlery shelf Page 24 9 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 42 10 Filter system Filter system Page 41 11 Cutlery basket Cutlery basket Page 24 12 Dispenser for rinse aid Add rin...

Page 17: ...ning running time or the basic settings You can change the basic set tings via the display and the setting buttons Changing basic settings Page 36 5 Timer programming and setting but tons Setting timer programming Page 33 Changing basic settings Page 36 6 Remote Start Remote Start Page 38 7 Start button Starting the programme Page 34 8 Programme buttons and additional functions Programmes Addition...

Page 18: ...aus Familiarising yourself with your appliance 18 12 Water supply display Display for water supply 13 Door opener1 Opening the appliance door Page 33 1 Depending on the appliance specifications ...

Page 19: ...ding to AS NZS 2007 Different in fluencing factors such as water tem perature or pipe pressure may result in deviations Programme Consumption values 1 Duration in hrs mins 2 Energy consump tion in kWh 3 Water consump tion in litres Use Programme se quence Pots Pans 1 2 05 2 15 2 1 300 1 400 3 11 5 14 0 Tableware Pots and pans non fragile tableware and cutlery Level of soiling Stubborn burned or dr...

Page 20: ...me Pre Rinse Cleaning 45 C Intermediate rinse Final rinse 46 C Drying Extra Quiet 1 4 00 2 1 050 3 11 0 Tableware Mixed tableware and cutlery Level of soiling Common household food remnants lightly dried on Reduced noise Pre Rinse Cleaning 50 C Intermediate rinse Final rinse 63 C Drying Quick 1h 1 1 00 2 1 300 3 10 5 Tableware Mixed tableware and cutlery Level of soiling Common household food remn...

Page 21: ...n of dry test 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 downloa...

Page 22: ...hopping boards or baby bottles Continuous use of this function increases the hygiene status This will increase the run time and energy consumption Extra Dry For a better drying res ult the final rinse tem perature is increased and the drying phase extended Especially suitable for drying plastic parts Additional func tion Use There is a slight in crease in energy con sumption and the run time is ex...

Page 23: ...wer the basket evenly to the right level Basket heights Page 26 Check that the basket is level on both sides 5 Slide the basket back in Bottom basket Arrange pans and plates in the bot tom basket a Cutlery basket 1 Large plates up to a diameter of 31 cm can be arranged in the bottom basket as shown 1 Depending on the appliance specifications ...

Page 24: ... 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 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 fol...

Page 25: ...he baking sheet spray head Inserting baking sheet spray head Use the baking sheet spray head in stead of the top basket to clean large trays grilles and plates 1 Remove top basket 2 Insert the baking sheet spray head in the holder and turn to the right a The baking sheet spray head clicks into position Removing baking sheet spray head If you no longer require the baking sheet spray head remove it ...

Page 26: ...nce with the Extra Clean Zone fitted 1 Pull out the top basket 2 Pull the tab on the Extra Clean Zone up and forwards 3 Set the slider to ON 4 Clean under running water 5 Place the Extra Clean Zone in the top basket and lock in place Check that the mounts are in the correct position a The Extra Clean Zone audibly clicks into position 6 Push in the top basket Basket heights Set the baskets at the r...

Page 27: ...age 27 2 Switch on the appliance Page 33 3 Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed Page 28 4 Add detergent Page 28 5 Start the Programme with the highest cleaning temperature Page 19 without tableware We recommend you clean the ap pliance without tableware before using it for the first time to remove any marks from water or other residues Tip You can change this setting and other Basic setting...

Page 28: ...the rinse aid sys tem off If you find the rinse aid refill indicator 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 will generally get better results using rinse aid 1 Press 2 To open the basic settings press for 3 seconds a The display shows 3 Press repeatedly...

Page 29: ...se Detergent Description Do not select timer programming for starting the pro gramme The dosage can be adjusted to the level of soiling Tip Suitable detergents are available online via our website or from Cus tomer Service Page 55 Separate detergents Separate detergents are products that do not contain components other than detergent e g powder or liquid detergent With powder and liquid detergent ...

Page 30: ...rgent 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 refill indicator lights up washing programmes will still run properly with combined de tergents The function of rinse aid is limited with combined detergents You will generally get better results using rinse aid Use tablets with a spec...

Page 31: ...id damage to glass and table ware Cause Recommendation The following table ware is not dish washer safe Items of cutlery and tableware made from wood Decorated glass ware antique and hand crafted table ware Plastic parts not resistant to heat Tableware made from copper or tin Tableware soiled with ash wax lub ricating grease or paint Very small items of tableware Only put tableware in the dishwash...

Page 32: ...ng 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 To save resources do not pre rinse tableware under running wa ter 2 Observe the following when arran ging tableware Put heavily soiled tableware in the bottom basket e g pans The more powerful the spray jet the better the dishwashing result will be ...

Page 33: ...elected and the additional function last selec ted will be set by default If you do not perform any actions on the appliance for 10 minutes the appliance will automatically switch off Setting a programme To adjust the wash cycle to the soil ing level of the tableware select a suitable programme Press the right programme button a The programme is set and the pro gramme button flashes a The remainin...

Page 34: ...n lock is activated and will be automatically deactivated at the end of the programme a The display shows CL when the appliance is running a The button lock remains activated with a power failure Deactivate button lock Press for approx 3 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 clos...

Page 35: ...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 Hot water A 00 1 A 00 A 01 Set cold water or hot water connec tion Only set the appliance to hot water if th...

Page 36: ... 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 38 The following settings are possible With the setting rc 00 the func tion is permanently deactivated With the setting rc 01 the func tion can be selected via the button Activating Remote Start Page 38 With the setting rc 02 ...

Page 37: ...Tips Please consult the documents sup plied by Home Connect Please also follow the instructions in the Home Connect app Note Please note the safety precau tions in this instruction manual and make sure that they are also ob served when operating the appliance via the Home Connect app Safety Page 4 Home Connect quick start Connect your appliance to a mobile device quickly and easily Installing app ...

Page 38: ... Remote Diagnostics Customer Service can use Remote Diagnostics to access your appliance if you contact them have your appli ance connected to the Home Con nect server and if Remote Dia gnostics is available in the country in which you are using the appliance Tip For further information and de tails about the availability of Remote Diagnostics in your country please visit the service support secti...

Page 39: ...L PT RO SI SK FI SE UK NO CH TR 5 GHz WLAN Wi Fi For indoor use only Cleaning and servicing Cleaning and servicing Cleaning and servicing To keep your appliance working effi ciently for a long time it is important to clean and maintain it carefully Cleaning the tub WARNING Risk of harm to health Using detergents containing chlorine may result in harm to health Never use detergents containing chlor...

Page 40: ...and de posits Machine cleaner Detergent dispenser To ensure optimum cleaning perform ance the programme doses the de tergents independently of each an other during the relevant cleaning phase Correct placement of the de tergents is necessary here Run Machine Care without tableware if the indicator for Machine Care lights up on the control panel or if ad vised to do so by the display The in dicator...

Page 41: ...t dispenser until it is filled completely Do not place any additional ma chine cleaner in the appliance in terior 5 Press 6 Press a Machine Care is run 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 2 3 1 Micro filter 2 Fine filter 3 Coarse filter Cleaning filters Soiling in the dishwashing ...

Page 42: ... 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 1 2 2 Pull up the lower spray arm to re move 3 Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages u...

Page 43: ...ildproof lock is activated Open the appliance door Page 33 Error code Fault display Signal Fault Cause Troubleshooting E 20 60 lights up alternately Appliance has detected cal cified heating element 1 Descale the appliance 2 Operate the appliance with the wa ter softening system 1 E 30 00 will light up altern ately Water protection system is activated 1 Turn off the water tap 2 Call Customer Servi...

Page 44: ...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 ately Filters are soiled or blocked Clean the filters Cleaning filters Page 41 E 61 03 will light up altern ately Water is not drained Wastewater hose is blocked or kinked 1 Reposition the wastewater hose without kinks 2 Remove ...

Page 45: ...pliance or switch off 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 5 Switch the appliance on 6 If the problem occurs again Press Turn off the water tap Pull out the mains plug Contact Customer Service Page 55 and give the er ror code Washing results Fault Cause Troubleshooting Tableware is not dry No rinse aid used or dosage set too...

Page 46: ... the programme has ended Rinse aid used has a limited drying performance Use a name brand rinse aid Eco products may have limited ef fectiveness Plastic tableware is not dry Not a fault As plastic does not store heat so well it also does not dry as well No remedial action possible Cutlery is not dry Cutlery not arranged prop erly in the cutlery basket or cutlery drawer Droplets can form on the cut...

Page 47: ...y The sensors chose a weaker pro gramme Stubborn soiling cannot be entirely removed Only remove large remnants of food and do not prerinse tableware Adjust the sensitivity of the sensors Sensors Page 12 Tall narrow receptacles in corner areas are not rinsed adequately Do not position tall narrow recept acles at too great an angle or in corner areas Top baskets on right and left are not set to same...

Page 48: ...nt Page 28 Clean the appliance mechanically 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 28 Clean the appliance mechanically Too little detergent is being used Increase the amount of detergent used or change Detergent Page 28 Washing p...

Page 49: ...ured during the life of the dishwasher Discolouration can come about and will not impair functioning of the ap pliance Plastic parts are discol oured Washing temperature is too low Select a programme with a higher washing temperature Tableware has been pre cleaned too intensely The sensors chose a weaker pro gramme Stubborn soiling cannot be entirely removed Only remove large remnants of food and ...

Page 50: ...erature Use detergent with a glass protec tion component Rust spots on cutlery Cutlery is not sufficiently rust resistant Knife blades are often more severely af fected Use rust resistant tableware Cutlery may also rust if washed together with rust ing items Do not wash rusting items Detergent residue is present in the detergent dispenser or the tablet collecting tray Spray arms were blocked by ta...

Page 51: ...ient rinse aid 1 Add Rinse aid Page 27 2 Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed Setting the amount of rinse aid Page 28 Refill indicator for rinse aid does not light up Rinse aid system is switched off Set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed Malfunctions Fault Cause Troubleshooting Water is left in the appliance at the end of the pro gramme Filter system or area under the filters is block...

Page 52: ...ply Top basket is pressing against inner door and pre venting appliance door from being closed securely Check whether the rear panel of the appliance is being pressed in by a socket or hose holder that has not been removed Arrange the tableware so that no parts project beyond the basket and prevent the appliance door from closing properly Mechanical damage Fault Cause Troubleshooting Appliance doo...

Page 53: ...only be remedied in the do mestic installation Knocking or rattling noise Spray arm is striking table ware Arrange tableware so that the spray arms do not strike tableware 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...

Page 54: ...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 55: ... 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 the applia...

Page 56: ...ddition to our manufac turer s warranty we offer compensa tion under the following conditions If our Aqua Stop system is defect ive and causes water damage we will make good the damage for private users To ensure protection from water damage the appliance must be connected to the power supply The liability guarantee is valid for the service life of the appliance A claim can only be made under the ...

Page 57: ...ble to you on request To file a request please email to oss request bshg com or send a written request to BSH Hausgeräte GmbH Carl Wery Str 34 D 81739 München Germany 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 Declarat...

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