Bosch SMV8YCX02E Dishwasher Quick Reference Guide

Setting up Home Connect

Connect your dishwasher to the Home Connect app for convenient control via your mobile device.

1. Install the Home Connect app on your mobile device and follow the on-screen instructions.
2. Scan the provided QR code with the Home Connect app.

Tip: You can conveniently change all settings using the Home Connect app.

Overview of Water Hardness Settings

Adjust the water softening system to match your local water hardness for optimal cleaning results. A table of country-specific units can be found in the full instruction manual.

Setting the Water Softening System

1. Press the main power button ?.
2. To open basic settings, press and hold the button labelled 'i' for approximately 3 seconds.
3. Press the button labelled 'i' repeatedly until the display shows "Water hardness".
4. Press the '+' or '-' buttons repeatedly until the correct water hardness setting is displayed.
5. To save the settings, press and hold the button labelled 'i' for approximately 3 seconds.

Adding Special Salt

To prevent damage to the appliance, only add special salt to the designated dispenser just before starting a programme.

Diagram Description: The diagram shows a circular lid on the dishwasher interior, labelled 'S' for salt. It illustrates unscrewing the lid, filling the dispenser, and replacing the lid.

1. Unscrew the lid of the special salt dispenser and remove it.
2. On initial start-up, fill the dispenser completely with water.
3. Add the special salt to the dispenser. The water in the dispenser will be displaced and forced out. Never add detergent to the salt dispenser.
4. Replace the lid on the dispenser and turn it to close securely.

Adding Rinse Aid

Diagram Description: The diagram shows a dispenser lid with a catch. It illustrates pressing the catch, lifting the lid, adding rinse aid up to the 'max' mark, and closing the lid until it clicks.

1. Press the catch on the lid of the rinse aid dispenser and lift it open.
2. Add rinse aid up to the 'max' mark.
3. Close the lid of the rinse aid dispenser. The lid will click into position ✔️.

Adding Detergent

Diagram Description: The diagram shows a detergent dispenser compartment. It illustrates adding detergent into the dry dispenser and closing the lid until it clicks.

1. Add the detergent to the dry detergent dispenser.
2. Close the lid of the detergent dispenser. The lid will click into position ✔️.

Programmes

Programme data is measured in the laboratory according to European standard EN 60436. Consumption figures depend on the selected programme and additional functions. Running times may vary if the rinse aid system is switched off or requires refilling.

Note: The 'Favourite' programme is suitable for running at night; it takes longer but is extremely quiet.

How to Use Your Appliance

1. Load the tableware. Only use tableware suitable for dishwashers. Remove large food remnants and ensure spray arms can rotate freely.
2. Add detergent.
3. Switch on the appliance ?.
4. Select the programme.
5. Start the programme ▶️.
6. Remove the tableware at the end of the programme.
7. To cancel the programme, press and hold the 'Reset' button for approximately 4 seconds. The programme will be cancelled and end after about 1 minute.

Cleaning

Cleaning Filters

Check filters for residue after each wash.

Diagram Description: The diagram shows a filter system with three parts: a coarse filter, a micro filter, and a fine filter. It illustrates how to remove and reassemble them, noting the clockwise turn for the coarse filter and matching arrow markings.

1. After each wash, check the filters for residue.
2. Turn the coarse filter anticlockwise and remove the filter system ➡️.
3. Pull down the micro filter to remove it.
4. Press the locking catches together and lift the coarse filter out.
5. Clean the filter elements under running water.
6. Re-assemble the filter system.
7. Insert the filter system into the appliance and turn the coarse filter clockwise. Ensure the arrow markings align.

Cleaning Spray Arms

Diagram Description: The diagram shows the upper and lower spray arms. It illustrates unscrewing the upper spray arm and pulling it down, then pulling up the lower spray arm. It also shows checking and cleaning the outlet nozzles.

1. Unscrew the upper spray arm and pull it down to remove it.
2. Pull up the lower spray arm to remove it.
3. Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any foreign objects.
4. Insert the lower spray arm. The spray arm will click into position ✔️.
5. Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place.

Clean Wastewater Pump

Diagram Description: The diagram shows steps for accessing and cleaning the wastewater pump. It involves disconnecting power, removing the filter system, scooping water, prying off a pump cover, removing debris from the impeller area, and reinserting the cover.

1. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
2. Remove the filter system.
3. Scoop out any remaining water.
4. Use a spoon to prise off the pump cover and grip it by the crosspiece.
5. Lift the pump cover inwards at an angle and remove it.
6. Remove any food remnants and foreign bodies from the impeller area.
7. Insert the pump cover and press it down until it clicks into position ✔️.
8. Install the filter system.

Troubleshooting

Refer to the table below for common faults and their solutions.