How to add salt and rinse aid to a Bosch dishwasher

Step-by-step

1. 1

   Open the dishwasher door

   Pull the door handle towards you until fully open. Ensure the dishwasher is empty.

2. 2

   Locate the salt container

   Find the salt container at the bottom left of the dishwasher interior. It has a twist cap with a lid symbol.

   💡 The cap is usually white or black plastic and rotates anticlockwise.

3. 3

   Unscrew the salt cap

   Turn the cap anticlockwise until it releases. Lift it away completely.

4. 4

   Fill with dishwasher salt

   Pour special dishwasher salt into the container until full. Do not use table salt or sea salt.

   💡 Add a small amount of water first to help salt dissolve faster.

5. 5

   Replace the salt cap

   Screw the cap back clockwise until tight. Wipe away any spilled salt.

6. 6

   Find the rinse aid dispenser

   Locate the rinse aid dispenser on the inside of the door. It's a small cylindrical container with a blue or black cap.

   💡 Check your manual if unsure—location varies slightly by model.

7. 7

   Open the rinse aid lid

   Twist the cap anticlockwise to open. Lift the lid away.

8. 8

   Pour in rinse aid

   Fill the dispenser with rinse aid until it reaches the fill line. Do not overfill.

   💡 Rinse aid improves drying and reduces spotting on glassware.

9. 9

   Close the rinse aid lid

   Replace the cap and twist clockwise until secure. Wipe any spills immediately.

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