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Dishwasher
SMV4HVX38G
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  • Page 1 Dishwasher SMV4HVX38G [en] User manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety ..........   4 Baking sheet spray head .... 23 General information...... 4 Basket heights........ 23 Intended use........ 4 Before using for the first time ..   24 Restriction on user group.... 4 Performing the initial configura- Safe installation ........ 4 tion.......... 24 Safe use ........... 6 Damaged appliance ...... 7 Water softening system....
  • Page 3 Basic settings........    35 Technical specifications....   58 Overview of basic settings ..... 35 Information regarding Free and Open Source Software .... 59 Changing basic settings.... 37 Declaration of Conformity ....    59 Home Connect ......   37 Home Connect quick start ..... 37 Home Connect settings.... 38 Remote Start ...... 38 Remote Diagnostics ...... 38...
  • Page 4: Safety

    en Safety Safety Observe the following safety instructions. General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
  • Page 5 Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! ¡ Incorrect installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Always use the supplied power cable for the new appliance. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating current only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
  • Page 6: Safe Use

    en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! Hinges move when opening and closing the appliance door and can cause injury. ▶ If built-under or integrable appliances are not in a cavity so that one side is accessible, the hinge area must be covered at the side.
  • Page 7: Damaged Appliance

    Safety en WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! ¡ Leaving the appliance door open may result in injury. ▶ Only open the appliance door to load or unload tableware in order to prevent accidents, e.g. through tripping. ▶ Do not sit or stand on the appliance door when open. ¡...
  • Page 8: Risk To Children

    en Safety ▶ 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.
  • Page 9 Safety en 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- pliance door. WARNING ‒ Risk of chemical burns! Rinse aid and detergent may cause chemical burns to the mouth, throat and eyes.
  • Page 10: Preventing Material Damage

    en Preventing material damage Only use the water hoses sup- ▶ Preventing material damage Preventing material dam- plied with the appliance or genu- ine spare hoses. Never re-use water hoses that ▶ have been used before. Preventing material damage Safe installation ¡...
  • Page 11: Environmental Protection And Saving Energy

    Environmental protection and saving energy en To prevent corrosion, do not use AquaSensor ▶ sponge cloths on dishwashers The AquaSensor is an optical meas- with a stainless steel front or uring device (light barrier) which rinse such cloths thoroughly measures the turbidity of the rinsing several times before using them water.
  • Page 12: Installing And Connecting The Appliance

    en Installation and connection ¡ Operating instructions Drainage connection ¡ Installation Instructions Connect your appliance to drainage ¡ Further information documents connection so dirty water is dis- ¡ Installation material charged via the wash cycle. ¡ Steam guard plate ¡ Mains cable Installing the drainage connection ¡...
  • Page 13: Electrical Connection

    Installation and connection en Electrical connection Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Notes ¡ Please follow the "Safety instruc- tions" → Page 4. ¡ Connect the appliance to alternat- ing current only, in the range of 220 - 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz. ¡...
  • Page 14: Familiarising Yourself With Your Appliance

    en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance Familiarising yourself with your appliance Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. Rating plate Rating plate with "E number and FD number" → Page 58.
  • Page 15: Controls

    Familiarising yourself with your appliance en "Detergent" → Page 28 is added to the detergent Detergent dispenser dispenser. "Bottom basket" → Page 21 Bottom basket Dispenser for special salt Add special salt to the dispenser for special salt. → "Water softening system", Page 24 Lower spray arm The lower spray arm washes the tableware in the bot- tom basket.
  • Page 16 en Familiarising yourself with your appliance 3 4 5 6 "Switching on the appliance" → Page 32 ON/OFF button and reset button "Switching off the appliance" → Page 34 "Terminating the programme" → Page 34 "Programmes" → Page 18 Programme buttons Special salt refill indicator Water softening system → "Adding special salt", Page 25 Rinse aid refill indicator Rinse aid system → "Adding rinse aid", Page 27...
  • Page 17 Familiarising yourself with your appliance en Display The display shows information about the remain- ing running time or the basic settings. You can change the basic settings via the display and the setting buttons. Depending on the appliance specifications...
  • Page 18: Programmes

    en Programmes Programmes Programmes You can find an overview of the pro- runtime will change if the rinse aid Programmes grammes that can be selected here. system is switched off or rinse aid Different programmes, which can be needs to be added. found on the control panel of your The consumption values can be appliance, are available depending...
  • Page 19: Information For Test Institutes

    Programmes en Programme: Programme sequence Additional func- tions Tableware: Particularly gentle: Extra Dry ¡ Cleaning delicate table- ¡ Pre-Rinse Half Load Glass 40° ware, cutlery, temperat- SpeedPerfect+ ¡ Cleaning 40 °C → "Additional ure-sensitive plastics, ¡ Intermediate rinse glasses and stemware in functions", ¡...
  • Page 20: Additional Functions

    en Additional functions Press ⁠ . Additional func- Press the right programme button. tion → "Programmes", Page 18 ¡ Switch on with small Press the button for the relevant loads. Half Load additional function. ¡ It is recommended → "Additional functions", Page 20 adding less detergent Press for 3 seconds.
  • Page 21: Top Basket

    Features en Raise or lower the basket evenly to Top basket the right level. Arrange cups, glasses and small items of tableware in the top basket. Check that the basket is level on both sides. Release the levers. You can adjust the height of the top a The basket clicks into position.
  • Page 22: Cutlery Drawer

    en Features Etagere Use 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. Cutlery drawer Arrange cutlery in the cutlery drawer. If you do not need the cutlery shelf, you can fold it up.
  • Page 23: Baking Sheet Spray Head

    Features en Push the lever forwards and fold Note: Check that the appliance is al- down the prongs ⁠ . ways operated with the top basket or the 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.
  • Page 24: Before Using For The First Time

    en Before using for the first time Level Top basket Bottom basket 2 max. ø 18.5 cm 27.5 cm 3 max. ø 21 cm 25 cm "Set the amount of rinse aid to be Before using for the first time Before using for the dispensed."...
  • Page 25: Setting The Water Softening System

    Water softening system en Water hardness °E Hardness range mmol/l Setting value 13 - 15 Medium 1.9 - 2.1 16 - 20 Medium 2.2 - 2.9 21 - 26 Hard 3.0 - 3.7 27 - 38 Hard 3.8 - 5.4 39 - 62 Hard 5.5 - 8.9 Note: Set the water hardness determ-...
  • Page 26: Switching Off The Water Softening System

    en Water softening system Note: Only use special salt for ¡ The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. dishwashers. You do not need to use special Do not use salt tablets. salt. Do not use table salt. Press ⁠ . Add the special salt to the dis- To open the basic settings, press penser.
  • Page 27: Rinse Aid System

    Rinse aid system en The consumption values specified Add rinse aid up to the max mark. 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.
  • Page 28: Switching The Rinse Aid System Off

    en Detergent To save the settings, press starch and remove protein. Oxygen- for 3 seconds. based bleaching agents are generally used to remove coloured marks, e.g. tea or ketchup. Switching the rinse aid sys- tem off Note: Follow the manufacturer's in- structions for each detergent. If you find the rinse aid refill indicator Detergent Description...
  • Page 29: Unsuitable Detergents

    Detergent en Separate detergents Unsuitable detergents Separate detergents are products Do not use detergent which could that do not contain components other cause damage to the appliance or than detergent, e.g. powder deter- present a risk to health. gent or liquid detergent. With powder and liquid detergent the Detergent Description...
  • Page 30: Adding Detergent

    en Tableware ¡ The function of rinse aid is limited Close the lid of the detergent dis- with combined detergents. You will penser. generally get better results using rinse aid. ¡ Use tablets with a special drying performance. Adding detergent To open the detergent dispenser, press the locking latch.
  • Page 31: Damage To Glass And Tableware

    Tableware en Damage to glass and table- Cause Recommendation ware The water temperat- Select a programme ure of the programme with lower temperat- Only put glasses and china in the is too high. ures. dishwasher if it is marked as dish- After the programme washer-safe by the manufacturer.
  • Page 32: Removing Tableware

    en Basic operation To save resources, do not pre- Removing tableware rinse tableware under running wa- ter. WARNING Observe the following when arran- Risk of injury! ging tableware: Hot tableware can cause burns to the – Put heavily soiled tableware in skin.
  • Page 33: Setting A Programme

    Basic operation en Setting a programme Starting the programme To adjust the wash cycle to the soil- Press ▶ ing level of the tableware, select a a The programme has ended when suitable programme. the display shows "0h:00m". Press the right programme button. ▶...
  • Page 34: Terminate Programme

    en Basic operation Terminate programme To end a programme early or to switch from a programme that has already started, you will need to can- cel it first. Open the appliance door. Press for approx. 4 seconds. Close the appliance door. a All displays light up. a As soon as the displays are off, the display shows "0h:01m"...
  • Page 35: Basic Settings

    Basic settings en Basic settings Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. Basic settings Overview of basic settings The basic settings depend on the features of your appliance. Basic setting Display text Selection Description Water hardness H00 - H07...
  • Page 36 en Basic settings Basic setting Display text Selection Description InfoLight I00 - I01 Switch InfoLight on or off. While the programme is running, a spot of light is projected onto the floor below the appliance door. This light will not be visible if the appli- ance is installed at eye level with the cabinet front fitted flush.
  • Page 37: Changing Basic Settings

    Home Connect  en Tips Changing basic settings ¡ Please consult the documents sup- Open the appliance door. plied by Home Connect. Press ⁠ . ¡ Please also follow the instructions in the Home Connect app. To open the basic settings, press for 3 seconds. Note: Please note the safety precau- a The display shows Hxx.
  • Page 38: Home Connect Settings

    en Home Connect With the help of the Home Connect Press ⁠ . ▶ App scan the QR code. If you open the appliance door, the function is automatically deactiv- ated. button lights up. Tip: To deactivate the function, press ⁠ . Remote Diagnostics Follow the instructions in the Customer Service can use Remote Home Connect app.
  • Page 39: Cleaning And Servicing

    Dishwasher Care and Ma- utilised with the Home Connect app. chine Cleaner for Dishwashers online Information on data protection can be at https://www.bosch-home.com/ retrieved in the Home Connect app. store or from customer service. Tips on appliance care Cleaning and servicing...
  • Page 40 Machine Care is a programme which proved Dishwasher Care and Ma- removes various deposits in one chine Cleaner for Dishwashers online washing cycle. Cleaning takes place at https://www.bosch-home.com/ in two phases: store or from customer service. Phase Removal of Detergent...
  • Page 41: Filter System

    Cleaning and servicing en Pull down the micro filter to re- Filter system move. The filter system removes coarse soiling from the dishwashing cycle. Press the locking catches gether and lift the coarse filter out ⁠ . Micro filter Fine filter Coarse filter Cleaning filters Soiling in the dishwashing water may...
  • Page 42: Cleaning Spray Arms

    en Cleaning and servicing Insert the filter system into the ap- Pull up the lower spray arm to re- pliance and turn the coarse filter move. clockwise. Make sure that the arrow mark- ‒ ings match up. Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any for- eign bodies.
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting en Troubleshooting Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- Troubleshooting ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
  • Page 44 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting E:32-00 will light up altern- Remove the filter from the supply ately or indicator for water hose supply lights up. Clean the filter. Re-insert the filter in the supply hose. Screw the water connection back Check the water connection for leaks.
  • Page 45: Washing Results

    Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting E:90-01 will light up altern- Mains voltage is too low. This is not a fault on the appliance. ately. Contact an electrician. Have the mains voltage and elec- trical installation checked by an electrician. E:92-40 will light up altern- Filters are soiled or blocked.
  • Page 46 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting Tableware is not dry. Water collects in recesses of Position tableware at an angle ▶ the tableware or cutlery. where possible. The combined detergent Use rinse aid to improve drying per- used has a poor drying per- formance.
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting Remnants of food on table- Tableware is placed too Arrange tableware with sufficient ware. close together or basket is space in between. overfilled. The spray jets must reach the sur- faces of the tableware. Avoid points of contact. Spray arm rotation is Arrange tableware so that it does ▶...
  • Page 48 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting Detergent residue in the ap- Tabs are used in the quick Select a more intensive "Pro- ▶ gramme" → Page 18 or use pliance or short programme. Dissolv- "Powder detergent" → Page 28. ing time of the tab is not at- tained.
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting Stubborn white coatings are Too little detergent is being Increase the amount of detergent ▶ present on tableware, inside used. used or change "Detergent " → Page 28. the appliance or the door. Washing programme selec- Select a more intensive washing ▶...
  • Page 50 en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting Coloured deposits (yellow, The formation of films is due Check the setting of the water orange, brown) that are easy to ingredients of food rem- softening system. to remove are present inside nants and tap water (limes- Add special salt.
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting Irreversible clouding of Glasses are not dishwasher- Use dishwasher-proof glasses. ▶ glassware. proof, only suitable for dish- Glasses are usually only suitable for washers. use in a dishwasher, i.e. long-term wear or long-term changes must be expected.
  • Page 52: Home Connect Problem

    en Troubleshooting Home Connect problem Fault Cause Troubleshooting Connection to home net- WLAN on router is not act- Check the wireless network con- ▶ work is not established. ive. nection of your router. WLAN display is flashing. Connection to home net- Activate the wireless network con- ▶...
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting Water is left in the appliance Programme has not yet Wait until the programme ends or ▶ at the end of the pro- ended. cancel the programme with Reset. gramme. → "Terminate programme", ▶ Page 34 Appliance cannot be Software update is taking Wait until the software update has ▶...
  • Page 54: Mechanical Damage

    en Troubleshooting Fault Cause Troubleshooting All LEDs lit up or flashing. Electronics have detected a Press the main switch button for ap- fault. prox. 4 seconds. → "Controls", Page 15 The appliance is reset and restar- ted. If the problem occurs again: Switch off the appliance. ‒...
  • Page 55 Troubleshooting en Fault Cause Troubleshooting Knocking or rattling noise. With a small load the water Distribute the tableware evenly. ▶ jets directly strike against Load the appliance with more table- ▶ the tub. ware. Light items of tableware Position light items of tableware se- ▶...
  • Page 56: Clean Wastewater Pump

    en Transportation, storage and disposal Insert the pump cover and press Clean wastewater pump down ⁠ . Large remnants of food or foreign bodies can block the waste water pump. As soon as the rinsing water no longer drains properly, the waste water pump must be cleaned.
  • Page 57: Protect Appliance From Frost

    Customer Service en Protect appliance from frost Disposing of old appliance If there is a risk of frost where the ap- Valuable raw materials can be re- pliance will be standing, e.g. in a holi- used by recycling. day home, empty the appliance com- pletely.
  • Page 58: Product Number (E-Nr.), Produc- Tion Number (Fd) And Consecut- Ive Numbering (Z-Nr.)

    en Technical specifications least 10 years from the date on from water damage, the appliance which your appliance was placed on must be connected to the power the market within the European Eco- supply. nomic Area. ¡ The liability guarantee is valid for the service life of the appliance.
  • Page 59 A detailed Declaration of Conformity and additional documents). Alternat- can be found online at www.bosch- ively, you can request the relevant in- home.co.uk among the additional formation from oss- documents on the product page for request@bshg.com or BSH Hausger-...
  • Page 60 en Declaration of Conformity 5 GHz band (5150–5350 MHz + 5470–5725 MHz): Max. 100 mW UK (NI) 5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only. 5 GHz WLAN (Wi-Fi): For indoor use only.
  • Page 64 Expert advice for your Bosch home appliances, help with problems or a repair from Bosch experts. Find out everything about the many ways Bosch can support you: www.bosch-home.com/service Contact data of all countries are listed in the attached service direct- ory.

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