Bosch SHE3AEM2N how to clean the spray arms
Regularly, and when food is left on dishes. Limescale and food can block the nozzles and bearings.
Steps
- Unscrew the upper spray arm and pull it down to remove it.
- Pull the lower spray arm up to remove it.
- Check the nozzles under running water and clear anything blocking them.
- Refit the lower spray arm until it clicks.
- Refit the upper spray arm and screw it on firmly.
Source: Cleaning and maintenance: Cleaning the spray arms Source: Cleaning and maintenance: Cleaning the spray arms, p. 23
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Other SHE3AEM2N procedures
- How to clean the drain pumpWhen water no longer drains properly, or the four vertical LEDs light up and the pump cover is secure.
- How to clean the filtersCheck the filters after every wash. Clean them when you see residue, when food is left on dishes, or when water stays in the tub.
- How to refill the rinse aidWhen the rinse aid refill indicator lights up. Use only rinse aid made for household dishwashers.
Sources
- Use and Care Manual, Dishwasher SHE3AEM2N. BSH Home Appliances Corporation. Document 9001831729, revision B, 36 pages, en-US. media3.bsh-group.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
- Use and Care Manual, Dishwasher SHE3AEM6N. BSH Home Appliances Corporation. Document 9001831733, revision B, 36 pages, en-US. media3.bosch-home.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
- Specification sheet, Dishwasher SHE3AEM2N. BSH Home Appliances Corporation. Document 21844544, revision SHE3AEM2N, 3 pages, en-US. media3.bsh-group.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.