Bosch SMS2ITW08G User Manual

Water softening system en
23
7. Start the Programme with the
highest cleaning temperature
without tableware.
To remove any marks from water
or other residues, we recommend
you operate the appliance without
tableware before using it for the
first time.
Tip:You can change these settings
and other "Basic settings"
→Page34 at any time.
Water softening system
Water softening system
Water softening system
Hard water leaves limescale on the
tableware as well as the washing
tank and parts of the appliance may
become blocked.
To ensure good dishwashing results,
you can treat the water with special
salt and the water softening system.
To avoid damage to the appliance,
water with a hardness above 9 °E
must be softened.
Overview of water hardness settings
You can find an overview of the water hardness values that can be selected
here.
You can find out how hard your water is from your local water company or by
using a water hardness tester.
Water hard-
ness value
°E
Hardness
range
mmol/l Setting "LED A"
→Page15
"LED B"
→Page15
"LED C"
→Page15
0 - 8 Soft 0 - 1.1 0
9 - 20 Medium 1.2 - 2.9 1
21 - 26 Hard 3.0 - 3.7 2
27 - 44 Hard 3.8 - 6.2 3
Note:Set the water hardness determ-
ined on your appliance.
→"Setting the water softening sys-
tem", Page23
With a water hardness of 0 - 8°E
you can dispense with special salt for
dishwashers and switch off the water
softening system.
→"Switching off the water softening
system", Page24
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23
2. Press ⁠.
3. To open the appliance settings,
press for 3 seconds.
a is flashing on the display.
4. Press repeatedly until the
right water hardness has been set.

Bosch SMS2ITW08G Specifications

General

Door color	White
Cord length	175 m
Control type	Buttons
Product size	Full size (60 cm)
Tub material	Stainless steel
Built-in display	Yes
Inlet hose length	165 m
Lower basket rack	Fixed
Custom panel-ready	No
Outlet hose length	190 m
Appliance placement	Freestanding
Cutlery compartment type	Basket
Current	10 A
Connected load	2400 W
AC input voltage	220/240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Energy efficiency scale	A to G
Water consumption per cycle	10.5 L
Energy consumption per cycle	0.923 kWh
Cycle time	270 min
Noise level	50 dB
AquaStop function	-
Delay start (max)	9 h
Dishwashing programs	Auto 45-65°C, Eco 50°C, Express, Favorite, Intensive 70°C, Pre-rinse
Number of place settings	12 place settings
Number of washing programs	5
Package weight	45300 g
Apps supported	Bosch Home Connect

Weight and Dimensions

Width	600 mm
Height	845 mm
Weight	43800 g