Bosch SMH4HVX00E Dishwasher Quick Reference Guide

Setting up Home Connect

Before using for the first time, read the instruction manual and the safety information it contains.

Tip: Connect your appliance to a mobile device. You can conveniently change all settings using the Home Connect app.

1. Install the Home Connect app on your mobile device and follow the instructions.
2. Scan the QR code with the Home Connect app. [QR code]

[App Store button] [Google Play button]

Overview of water hardness settings

You can find an overview of the water hardness values that can be selected here. A table of country-specific units can be found in the instruction manual.

Setting the water softening system

1. Press [Press button].
2. To open the basic settings, press [Setup button] for 3 seconds.
   • The display shows Hxx.
   • The display shows set.
3. Press [Start button] repeatedly until the right water hardness has been set.
4. To save the settings, press [Setup button] for 3 seconds.

Adding special salt ?

To avoid damage to the appliance, only add special salt to the dispenser for special salt just before the programme starts.

Illustration of the salt dispenser: lid unscrewed, dispenser filled with water, salt added, and lid closed.

1. Unscrew the lid of the dispenser for special salt and remove.
2. On initial start-up: Fill the dispenser right up with water.
3. Add the special salt to the dispenser. The water in the dispenser is displaced and forced out. Never add detergent.
4. Place the lid back on the dispenser and turn to close.

Adding rinse aid ?

Illustration of the rinse aid dispenser: lid opened, filled to the maximum mark, and lid closed.

1. Press the catch on the lid [catch symbol] of the dispenser for rinse aid [lid symbol] and lift.
2. Add rinse aid up to the max mark.
3. Close the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid. The lid clicks into position. [click sound]

Programmes

The programme data has been measured in the laboratory according to European standard EN 60436. The consumption figures depend on the programme and additional function selected. The running time will change if the rinse aid system is switched off or rinse aid needs to be added.

1 Suitable programme for running at night: it takes longer, but is extremely quiet.

Adding detergent ?

Illustration of the detergent dispenser showing measurement markings (50ml, 25ml, 15ml) and the lid closed.

1. Add the detergent to the dry detergent dispenser. [50ml mark] [25ml mark] [15ml mark]
2. Close the lid of the detergent dispenser. The lid clicks into position. [click sound]

How to use your appliance

1. Load the tableware. Only clean tableware that is suitable for dishwashers. Remove large remnants of food from the tableware. Check that the spray arms can rotate freely.
2. Add detergent.
3. Switch on the appliance [power symbol].
4. Select the programme.
5. Start the programme [Start button].
6. Remove the tableware at the end of the programme.
7. To cancel the programme, press [Reset button] for approx. 4 seconds. The programme is cancelled and ends after approx. 1 minute.

Cleaning filters

Diagram showing the removal of the filter system, comprising a coarse filter and a micro filter, for cleaning.

1. After each wash check the filters for residue.
2. Turn the coarse filter anticlockwise [anticlockwise arrow] and remove the filter system [filter system symbol].
3. Pull down the micro filter to remove.
4. Press the locking catches together [locking catches symbol] 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 [clockwise arrow]. Make sure that the arrow markings match up.

Cleaning spray arms

Diagram illustrating the removal of the upper and lower spray arms for cleaning their nozzles.

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

Clean wastewater pump

Diagram showing the steps to access and clean the wastewater pump impeller, including removing the pump cover.

1. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
2. Remove the filter system.
3. Scoop out any water.
4. Prise off the pump cover using a spoon and grip it by the crosspiece.
5. Lift the pump cover inwards at an angle and remove.
6. Remove any remnants of food and foreign bodies in the area of the impeller.
7. Insert the pump cover and press down. The pump cover clicks into position. [click sound]
8. Install the filter system.

Troubleshooting