Machine Care mode in a Bosch dishwasher

The more modern household appliances are, the more different modes and options they have. The Machine Care mode in a Bosch dishwasher may surprise an untrained user, because at first glance it is completely unclear why it might be needed. We will analyze this useful function in detail within the framework of this publication.

Purpose of this option

The Russian translation of this mode is “Car Care,” after which it immediately becomes clear what to expect from the function. This self-cleaning option helps remove grease, plaque and other serious contaminants from the internal components of the “home assistant”. Experts recommend running this work cycle at least once a month, or every 30 washes.

Machine Care is obliged to work exclusively without dirty dishes in the washing chamber. The mode helps to constantly keep the inside of the Bosch dishwasher clean by washing the inside of the machine with water heated to a high temperature. For increased efficiency, it is necessary to run this work cycle together with special household chemicals that will help eliminate limescale, stubborn grease and other unpleasant contaminants.

If dirt is not removed from the internal components of the PMM in a timely manner, this will significantly shorten the life of the household appliance and may even cause the device to fail.

Before each start of self-cleaning, do not forget to remove all visible dirt in the washing chamber with your own hands, using a sponge or cloth. After this, you can start the mode, which consists of three rinsing cycles; after the final one, the Machine Care indicator will go out. Machine Care icon

The machine itself can tell the user when it is time to clean the equipment. Pay attention to the Machine Care indicator on the dishwasher panel, because if it lights up on its own, it means you need to start self-cleaning, not forgetting to add a special detergent, without which cleaning will not be very effective.

Useful options of PMM Bosch

Modern Bosch dishwashers are sometimes difficult to understand due to the increased range of work cycles and additional functions. So that the user no longer thinks about what this means when looking at the next option, we briefly described modern auxiliary functions that make the life of housewives easier.

Time saving mode (VarioSpeed). This option allows you to reduce the base time of the selected work cycle by 20-50 percent.
Hygienic mode. Activating this function increases the temperature of the water in the washing chamber to high values to ensure a disinfection effect. The option extends any work cycle by approximately 25 minutes.
Half load. This mode is for those who have not collected dirty dishes in a week to fully load the washing chamber, but want to wash several sets of dishes right now. The function saves water and electricity, plus it significantly reduces the cleaning time.
Additional drying. The program increases the drying temperature and also increases the duration of the stage, so that at the end of the working cycle the user receives completely dry dishes and cutlery.

These are not all the additional options available to users of Bosch products. But we looked at the most common and, as a rule, the most incomprehensible.

Popular Bosch dishwasher modes

Finally, let’s look at the main work cycles of “home assistants” from the Bosch brand.All the programs described are available in modern machines, but they may differ slightly in name and duration of operation.

Eco-friendly mode. Suitable for dishes with medium soiling. It features economical consumption of water and electricity - only 10 liters per cycle and 0.97 kilowatts per hour. Water heating is 50 degrees Celsius, duration is 120 minutes or 80 minutes with the time saving option active.
Intensive mode. Essential for the most dirty dishes. Includes an additional soaking step, four rinsing cycles, plus drying. The water heats up to 70 degrees, the duration can reach 180 minutes, which depends on the model of the dishwasher.
Classic mode. It includes a pre-rinse, washing dishes in water heated to 65 degrees Celsius, two rinsing cycles, and drying. Helps clean pots, saucepans, frying pans and plates in 120 minutes.
Delicate mode. Designed to gently wash the most fragile items made from crystal, porcelain, glass, ceramics and other fine materials. This program lasts approximately 180 minutes.
Fast mode. It is used for recently used dishes that have not become very dirty, covered with grease or dried food residues. Water heating is 45 degrees, duration is from 30 to 60 minutes, there is no drying.
Night mode. Used in situations where it is necessary to create as little noise as possible, for example, in situations where the cycle has been deliberately delayed overnight. The liquid in the washing chamber is heated to 50 degrees Celsius, the cycle duration reaches 240 minutes - the longest washing time in “home assistants” from Bosch.
Additional rinsing.The program can be run in a situation where the user is dissatisfied with the result of the work cycle. In just 20 minutes, PMM will completely remove any traces of household chemicals from the dishes.

Now you know perfectly well how to use the main dishwasher programs, as well as their additional functions. Always carefully select the work cycle, because this affects not only the efficiency of washing dishes, but also the life of the Bosch dishwasher.