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- 19 h Delay Start Timer
- 500 Series Racks
- InfoLight(R) Beams on the Floor to Indicate Dishwasher is Running
I just had my new Bosch dishwasher installed and was very excited. However, I was quite disappointed when the first wash was complete.
Things weren't dry properly even though I have used JetDry. Some parts were dry, but some parts felt wet. (and I am not talking about water pooling on concaved bottom of cups or bowls. This is understandable.) Some areas were dry to the touch, but there are lots of spots with condensation here and there on utensils, side of some bowls, and so on. (They weren't overlapping and weren't even touching each other.) Even the arms of the center sprinkler were dripping because of condensation and the bottom of the silverware rack was wet. As I open the door I could see mild condensation on the surface of the inside of the door as well.
On second load, I used "Extra Dry" mode hoping that it would fix the problem. It looked slightly better, but the condensation still occured and I had to take out the dishes and bowls and dry them on separate dish racks.
I think it cleaned decently and it is quiet as advertised, but my 8 years old JenAir dishwasher was already as quiet and it dried excellently compared to this Bosch. I guess it's because it doesn't have a heating element as someone already pointed out.
I am quite disappointed and trying to find a way to solve this problem. I chose this model especially because none of JenAir models have the front display panel. But now I'm seriously considering returning this one and get JenAir instead.
*** Update ***
I checked out several forums and found out it is indeed because of Bosch's unique drying system called "condensation drying." It basically uses the heat produced during the wash cycle to dry the dishes.
There's pros and cons to this system.
Pros: Since it is not using heating element, it reduces energy consumption quite a lot.
Cons: Since the drying relys on the heat of the dishes after the wash, those made of ceramic, glass, or metal will dry quite efficiently, but those made of materials such as soft plastic that does not hold the heat for long will not be able to dry completely.
There are few tips to handle this situation.
1) Run the kitchen water until it becomes hot, then start the dishwasher.
2) Drying agents like JetDry is a must.
3) Make sure the water temperature for the house is sufficiently hot.
(The water temp of my house is slightly hotter than warm currently, so I'm planning on raising the temp.)
4) Leave the dishes in for more than an hour (or a few) after the cycle so that the left over heat can dry them.
I do like having dishwasher that can dry very well like my old one, but once I understood how Bosch's system works, I am willing to give it a little more try.
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I've been thru 3 maytag dishwashers in the last 6 years, I have to say they just aren't what they used to be. This is my first Bosch appliance, I was a little disappointed with how long it took to arrive (2-3 weeks) but I must say it was well worth the wait! Quiet as can be, dishes come out sparking clean. All 3 of my maytags were the "quiet series" and they were pretty quiet but they don't even compare with the Bosch. I love the rack placement, good design, I wish I had a couple more features like quick rinse all in all, you get what you pay for and this one is worth every penny so far, hopefully it lasts.1 Week ownership = 5 Stars.
1) Yeah, it's quiet really quiet, BUT do you really need a red led shining on the floor to remind you it's running?Not a big thing, just sorta funny.
2) Fit and Finish is better, much better than others.If you are an attention to detail kinda person, it won't take you long to see what I'm referring to when compared to other "like products/brands".You can tell it was designed with above average intelligence for sure.
3) Took a bit to wrap my brain around no disposal and the non-traditional drying cycle/element.We always scrape the actual food off anyway and haven't had a single issue with drying cycle IE less than dry dishes.Yes, our hot water is HOT.
4) The stainless front is very nice.They could have spent a little more money on the top (plastic with metallic finish) trim plate.Already has a couple scuffs, very slight.After a year or two of wear and tear I'll buy a new one and just consider it consumable.
5) Not sure about you, but I have plenty of devices in my life that beep at me.I really don't need my dishwasher beeping at me to let me know it's cycle is complete.I'm positive that when the red light on the floor goes off, that will be sufficient.Maybe there is a setting to turn the beeping off?Will find out...
6) Seriously, you gotta buy it.It really is a great machine despite being quirky, but hey, it's German, right?
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It is a really great dishwasher. Leaves dishes sparkling clean and is very quiet. The only drawback that I can think of is that it does not show remaining time.
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At first, I was not sure about buying a dishwasher on the web, but it arrived safely; and once installed I could not believe how quiet this dishwasher is! My dishes are clean; and my glasses look amazing. My only regret.... I did not buy it sooner!!!
