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Bosch SMS4HVI33E User Manual

Bosch SMS4HVI33E
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Dishwasher
SMS4HVI33E
[en] Information for Use

Table of Contents

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Bosch SMS4HVI33E Specifications

General IconGeneral
Door colorSilver
Cord length175 m
Control typeButtons
Display typeTFT
Product sizeFull size (60 cm)
Built-in displayYes
Inlet hose length165 m
Custom panel-readyNo
Outlet hose length190 m
Appliance placementFreestanding
Apps supportedBosch Home Connect
Cycle time320 min
Noise level46 dB
Dishwashing programsAuto 45-65°C, Eco 50°C, Intensive 70°C, Silent
Number of place settings13 place settings
Number of washing programs6
Energy efficiency scaleA to G
Water consumption per cycle9.5 L
Energy consumption per cycle0.92 kWh
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth600 mm
Height845 mm
Weight54621 g

Summary

Safety

General information

Read and keep the instruction manual for future reference.

Intended use

Use the appliance only for cleaning household tableware in private households.

User group restrictions

Appliance may be used by children aged 8+ and persons with reduced abilities under supervision.

Safe installation

Follow instructions for safe installation and connection to prevent injury.

Risk of electric shock

Risk of fire

Risk of burns

Safe use precautions

Risk of explosion

Risk of injury

Risk of scalding

Risk of tipping

Electrical shock prevention

Damaged appliance warning

Child safety precautions

Harm to health risk

Crushing risk

Chemical burn risk

Finger injury risk

Preventing material damage

Safe installation practices

Ensure proper installation, avoid heat sources, maintain distance from water pipes to prevent damage.

Safe use practices

Allow appliance to cool before opening; use special salt immediately before programme; use only special salt for water softening.

Environmental protection and energy saving

Packaging disposal

Dispose of packaging materials by sorting components separately.

Energy saving tips

Use Eco 50° programme and Half Load function for reduced electricity and water usage.

AquaSensor technology

Optical sensor measures water turbidity to save water and adjust programme settings.

Installation and connection

Scope of supply check

Check all parts for damage and completeness after unpacking.

Appliance installation steps

Position appliance securely, follow safety instructions, electrical connection, drainage, and water connections.

Drainage connection setup

Connect appliance to drainage connection; ensure hose is not kinked and drainage system is clear.

Drinking water connection setup

Connect appliance to a drinking water connection; ensure hose is not kinked.

Electrical connection

Appliance overview

Appliance components

Overview of appliance parts, including rating plate for model and customer service data.

Controls and parts

Control panel functions

Use control panel to configure functions and obtain operating status information.

Appliance parts identification

Identifies components like detergent dispenser, baskets, spray arms, filters, and trays.

Control panel layout

Door handle operation

Dishwasher programmes

Intensive 70° programme

For pots, pans, non-fragile tableware; removes stubborn food remnants.

Auto 45-65° programme

For mixed tableware; removes common household food remnants lightly dried-on.

Eco 50° programme

Most economical programme for mixed tableware; lightly dried-on remnants.

Special programmes

Silence 50 programme

Reduced noise programme for mixed tableware with lightly dried-on remnants.

Express 65° - 1h programme

Time-optimised programme for mixed tableware with lightly dried-on remnants.

Machine Care programme

Use only if appliance is unloaded for cleaning.

Favourite programme saving

Save programme and additional function combinations to the ✩ button.

Test institute information

Provides contact details and requirements for comparability test information.

Additional functions

SpeedPerfect+ function

Shortens programme run time by 15-75%; increases energy/water consumption.

Half Load function

Switch on with small loads; reduces detergent, energy, and water consumption.

ExtraDry function

Improves drying results by increasing final rinse temperature and drying phase.

Basket features

Top basket adjustment

Arrange cups, glasses, small items; adjustable height for larger items.

Top basket height adjustment

Adjust shelf position of top basket to accommodate larger tableware using side levers.

Bottom basket loading

Arrange pans and plates; large plates up to 31 cm diameter fit.

Cutlery arrangement

Cutlery drawer loading

Arrange cutlery with points/sharp edges downwards.

Etagere use

Use cutlery shelf and space underneath for small cups/glasses or large cutlery.

Folding prongs function

Use folding prongs to position tableware securely, e.g. plates.

Initial appliance setup

First-time configuration steps

Set water hardness, rinse aid, detergent, and run initial programme without tableware.

Water softening system

Water hardness settings overview

Table showing water hardness values, ranges, mmol/l, and corresponding setting values.

Setting water hardness

Determine water hardness and set the appropriate value via basic settings.

Special salt usage

Adding special salt

Add special salt to the dispenser before programme starts when indicator lights up.

Switching off water softening indicator

Switch off indicator if irritating, e.g. with combined detergents, or if water hardness is low.

Rinse aid system

Water softening regeneration

Appliance regenerates system at intervals, increasing run time and consumption.

Rinse aid function

Use rinse aid for optimum drying results; only use for domestic dishwashers.

Adding rinse aid

Top up rinse aid when indicator lights up; remove spills to prevent frothing.

Rinse aid settings

Setting rinse aid amount

Adjust rinse aid amount to reduce streaks or water marks on tableware.

Switching off rinse aid system

Switch off rinse aid system and indicator if using combined detergents with rinse aid component.

Detergent types

Suitable detergents

Use only dishwasher-suitable detergents; separate or combined detergents are suitable.

Detergent options

Powder detergent use

Recommended for shorter programmes; dosage adjustable to soiling level.

Liquid detergent use

Works faster, recommended for programmes without PreRinse; dosage adjustable.

Separate detergents

Products with only detergent; dosage adjustable to soiling.

Combined detergent benefits

Products with detergent, rinse aid, salt replacement; some have additional functions.

Unsuitable detergents

Avoid hand washing-up liquid and chlorine-containing detergents due to damage/health risks.

Detergent usage guidance

Follow instructions on detergents for everyday use.

Adding detergent

Tableware care and damage

Damage to glassware and tableware

Only wash dishwasher-safe items; avoid damage from unsuitable items or incorrect cleaning agents.

Arranging tableware

Basic operation

Removing tableware safely

Wait for tableware to cool; unload from bottom up; check and clean washing tank.

Switching on the appliance

Press button; Eco 50° is default; appliance switches off after 10 mins inactivity.

Setting a programme

Select suitable programme based on tableware soiling level.

Setting additional functions

Add optional functions to complement selected washing programme.

Setting timer programming

Delay programme start by up to 24 hours using the timer function.

Programme control

Starting the programme

Press Start button; programme ends when display shows '0h:00m'.

Button lock function

Activate/deactivate button lock to prevent accidental operation.

Interrupting a programme

Pause programme to save and resume later; open door carefully after heating.

Terminate programme early

Cancel programme early by pressing Reset for 4 seconds.

Switching off the appliance

Press button to switch off; interrupted programmes may continue.

Basic settings overview

Changing basic settings

Home Connect setup

Wi-Fi network connection

Switch wireless network connection on/off; requires connection to Home Connect app.

Remote Start activation

Activate or deactivate Remote Start function via basic settings or permanently.

Home Connect quick start

Installing the Home Connect app

Download and install the Home Connect app from your device's app store.

Connecting to WLAN network

Connect appliance to WLAN by scanning QR code via Home Connect app.

Home Connect settings configuration

Adapt Home Connect settings via basic settings based on setup and network connection.

Remote Start operation

Start appliance with mobile device via Home Connect app.

Home Connect advanced features

Activating Remote Start remotely

Activate Remote Start if set to 'rc1'; function deactivates if door is opened.

Remote Diagnostics service

Customer Service can access appliance remotely for diagnostics if available in country.

Software update procedure

Update appliance software via Home Connect app for optimisation or troubleshooting.

Data protection information

Information on data transmitted to Home Connect server during initial registration.

Cleaning and servicing

Cleaning the appliance tub

Remove coarse soiling, add detergent, run highest temperature programme without tableware.

Approved cleaning products

Use only suitable cleaning products; Bosch-recommended cleaners available online or from service.

Appliance care tips

Wipe seals/panel regularly; leave door ajar if unused to prevent odours.

Machine Care programme

Run Machine Care programme to remove food/limescale deposits and prevent malfunctions.

Machine Care maintenance

Filter system maintenance

Cleaning the filters

Check filters after each wash for residue; clean as necessary.

Spray arm cleaning

Spray arm reassembly

Troubleshooting

Error codes E:20-60 to E:32-00

Lists fault codes, their causes, and troubleshooting steps for heating, water protection, and supply issues.

Troubleshooting fault codes

Error codes E:32-00 to E:61-03

Lists fault codes, causes, and troubleshooting for water supply, pump blockages, and drainage issues.

Troubleshooting technical errors

Error codes E:90-01, E:92-40

Troubleshoots low mains voltage, soiled/blocked filters, and general technical faults.

Tableware drying issues

Addresses issues like no rinse aid, low dosage, or missing drying phase.

Troubleshooting drying results

Tableware drying problems

Solves problems like water in recesses, poor combined detergent performance, or plastic tableware not drying.

Cutlery drying problems

Addresses cutlery not arranged properly or appliance interior still wet after wash cycle.

Troubleshooting food remnants

Food remnants on tableware

Solves issues related to overcrowding, blocked spray arms, soiled filters, or weak programmes.

Detergent dispenser blockage

Addresses blocked dispenser lid or tabs preventing opening.

Troubleshooting residue issues

Detergent residue problems

Troubleshoots residue from quick programmes, lumpy detergent, or improper rinsing.

Water marks on plastic

Explains unavoidable droplet formation and suggests solutions.

Wipeable coatings on interior

Addresses deposited substances and white coatings, suggesting mechanical or chemical cleaning.

Stubborn coatings troubleshooting

White coatings on tableware

Solves issues related to too little detergent, weak programmes, or unsuitable detergents.

Tea residue or lipstick marks

Addresses issues with washing temperature or detergent suitability.

Coloured coatings on interior

Explains formation from vegetables/tap water or metal components on tableware.

Coloured deposits troubleshooting

Deposits from food or water

Addresses coloured deposits from food remnants/tap water and suggests checking water softening settings.

Plastic parts discolouration

Explains discolouration of plastic parts, noting it doesn't impair function.

Removable streaks on glassware

Solves issues with rinse aid amount or lack of rinse aid, and detergent residue.

Glassware and cutlery issues

Irreversible glassware clouding

Addresses clouding, suggesting dishwasher-proof glasses and appropriate programmes/detergents.

Rust spots on cutlery

Solves rust spots from non-rust-resistant cutlery or washing with rusting items.

Detergent residue in dispenser

Addresses residue due to blocked spray arms or damp dispenser.

Excessive foam formation

Troubleshoots foam from hand washing-up liquid, spilled rinse aid, or unsuitable detergents.

Home Connect troubleshooting

Network connection problems

Addresses problems with WLAN connection, activation, and Home Connect setup.

Display panel indicators

Explains indicators for special salt, rinse aid, and display flashing.

Malfunctions

Water remaining in appliance

Solves issues of water remaining at end of programme due to blocked filters or pump.

Appliance operation faults

Water in appliance / Not starting

Troubleshoots water remaining, software updates, appliance failure, or mains fuse issues.

Programme start/stop faults

Addresses programmes starting automatically, stopping, or cutting out due to door closure or supply interruptions.

Appliance indicator faults

All LEDs lit or flashing

Indicates electronic fault; reset appliance and contact customer service if problem persists.

Mechanical damage

Door or dispenser lid issues

Addresses appliance door not closing or detergent dispenser lid issues.

Noise troubleshooting

Knocking noises

Addresses knocking noises caused by domestic installation or spray arms hitting tableware.

Noise troubleshooting

Rattling noises

Solves rattling noises from water jets hitting the tub or light items moving during wash cycle.

Cleaning wastewater pump

Transportation and storage

Removing the appliance

Steps to disconnect and carefully remove the appliance from installation.

Protecting from frost

Empty appliance completely if risk of frost exists, e.g. in holiday homes.

Transportation guidance

Appliance disposal

Customer Service information

Product identification and rating plate

AQUA-STOP guarantee details

Technical specifications

Free and Open Source Software information

Declaration of Conformity

Thank you message

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