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If you've got a Bosch SilencePlus 50 dBA dishwasher installed in your home, you've probably noticed the sanitize setting and wondered how to use it. The sanitize setting heats water to 155°F (68.3°C) which kills about 99.9% of bacteria on dishes. It can be very helpful when you are sick.
Steps
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Turn on your dishwasher. This can usually be done by pressing the On/Off button.
Using the left and right arrows, choose either the Heavy Wash, Normal Wash, Auto Wash, or Half Load cycle.- It will not work with the Delicate and Express Wash cycles. This is because the high bacteria killing temperatures could damage delicates and it takes a while for the sanitization to complete.
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Press the Sanitize button. The Sanitize light should light up.- If this doesn't happen, you should refer to the original appliance manual for specific instructions.
From a nearby tap, let the hot water run for 10 seconds. This makes the water in the pipes to the dishwasher already hot so the dishwasher can begin the cycle immediately.
Press the Start button.
Once the cycle is complete, the Sanitized light should be lit up.
The Takeaway: Bosch Dishwasher Sanitization
The “sanitizing” feature increases the water temperature so it's hot enough to kill most bacteria and germs. To use it, choose a wash cycle, press the "Sanitize" button, and hit the "Start" button to begin the cycle. Once the cycle is complete, the "Sanitized" light will be lit up.
Community Q&A
- QuestionDo I use this cycle for cleaning the inside?
Bat 🦇Top AnswererYou can, along with the instructions from Clean a Dishwasher with Vinegar. - QuestionWhat do I do if the sanitize light doesn't come on?
Community AnswerChoose Heavy Wash, Normal Wash, Auto Wash, or Half Load cycle. It does not work with the Delicate and Express Wash cycles. This is because the high bacteria-killing temperatures could damage delicates, and it takes a while for the sanitizing to complete. - QuestionI have an odor in the dishwasher. Do I have to use the sanitize cycle every time I do a load?Community Answer
Tips
Warnings
- Using this frequently can make your energy bills go up because the dishwasher has to use more power to heat up the water. It's best used when you or someone in the house is sick.Thanks
- When removing items from the dishwasher after cycle completion, the hot temperatures could burn you.Thanks
References
- Bosch SilencePlus 50 dBA Dishwasher Manual
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