Bosch SHP78CM5N how to clean the spray arms
Regularly, and when food is left on dishware. Limescale and debris in the dishwashing water may block the nozzles and bearings.
Steps
- Unscrew the upper spray arm and pull it down to remove it.
- Check that the lower spray arm is at the 6 o'clock position.
- Hold the lower spray arm in the center and lift it straight up to remove it.
- Check the outlet nozzles on the spray arms for blockages under running water and remove any foreign objects.
- Reinsert the lower spray arm by first setting it in the 6 o'clock position, then push down until it clicks.
- Insert the upper spray arm and screw it firmly in place.
Source: Cleaning and maintenance: Cleaning spray arms Source: Cleaning and maintenance: Cleaning spray arms, pp. 37-38
Used for
- E:92-10: The lower spray arm cannot turn freely.
- Food is left on the dishes
Other SHP78CM5N procedures
- How to terminate the wash cycleTo end a cycle early or switch to a different one.
- How to clean the drain pumpWhen water no longer drains properly, or E:61-02 or E:61-03 appears.
- How to clean the filtersCheck the filters for residue after each wash. Clean them when food is left on dishware or water is left in the appliance at the end of the program.
- 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 SHP78CM5N. BSH Home Appliances Corporation. Document 9001641455, revision C, 56 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.