Bosch shp78cm5n error code
A technical issue. This covers every code from E:01-00 to E:90-10 that has no entry above.
CauseThe dishwasher reports a technical issue. Source: Troubleshooting (cont.), p. 40
First checkPress the ON/OFF button.
Causes and checks
The dishwasher reports a technical issue. Source: Troubleshooting (cont.), p. 40
- Press the ON/OFF button.
- Unplug the power cord or switch off the breaker, wait at least 2 minutes, then plug in or switch the breaker on.
- Switch the dishwasher on.
Bosch Customer Service If the code appears again, press the ON/OFF button, turn off the water faucet, unplug the power cord and contact Bosch Customer Service (1-800-944-2904) with the error code. Contact: 1-800-944-2904 or bosch-home.com/us/owner-support/get-support.
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 codes
- E:20-60: The dishwasher has detected that the heating element is calcified.
- E:21-30: The intake opening of the Zeolite container is covered by dishware.
- E:30-00: The water protection system is activated.
- E:31-00: The water protection system is activated.
- E:32-00: Water is not coming in.
- E:34-00: Water is continuously running into the dishwasher.
- E:61-02: Not an appliance error: the drain pump cover is loose or a foreign object blocks the pump.
- E:61-03: Not an appliance error: water is not draining.
- E:61-60: Technical error.
- E:90-01: The power voltage is too low. Bosch says the dishwasher itself has no problem.
- E:92-10: The lower spray arm cannot turn freely.
- E:92-40: The filters are soiled or blocked.
- UP: A software update is available.
- All LEDs lit or flashing: Either a software update is installing or the electronics have detected a fault.
- Rinse aid indicator lit: The rinse aid dispenser is empty.
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.