Bosch SHP78CM5N dishwasher does not start
Cause 1 of 3The breaker has tripped. Source: Troubleshooting (cont.), p. 47
First checkCheck the breaker.
Causes and checks
The breaker has tripped. Source: Troubleshooting (cont.), p. 47
- Check the breaker.
The power cord is not inserted. Source: Troubleshooting (cont.), p. 47
- Check that the outlet works.
- Check that the plug sits properly in the outlet and on the rear of the dishwasher.
The door is not closed properly. Source: Troubleshooting (cont.), p. 47
- Close the door.
All 3 causes checked. Contact Bosch Customer Service: 1-800-944-2904.
Service
If the checks above do not clear it, contact Bosch Customer Service: 1-800-944-2904, bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/get-support. United States and Canada. Source: Customer Service, p. 50
Other SHP78CM5N problems
- Water is left in the tub after the cycle2 causes in the manual. First: the filter system or the area under the filters is blocked.
- Dishes are not dry7 causes in the manual. First: no rinse aid is used, or the dosage is set too low.
- Food is left on the dishes9 causes in the manual. First: dishware was placed too close together or the rack is overfilled.
- Too much foam3 causes in the manual. First: hand soap got into the rinse aid dispenser.
- Door cannot be closed2 causes in the manual. First: the door lock has engaged.
- The WLAN display flashes or the connection to the home network is not established2 causes in the manual. First: the WLAN on the router is not active, or the home network is not available.
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.