Bosch Dishwasher Drain Hose Cleaning

Review your owner s manual to learn how to do this.

Bosch dishwasher drain hose cleaning.

Open the dishwasher door and unscrew the two screws securing the dishwasher to the countertop. Start by removing the air gap positioned inside the sink cabinet. If the hose doesn t drain then a clog is causing a blockage. Dishwasher drain pipes are often clear so you can simply look for a clog instead.

If you find one remove the pipe at both ends and attempt to push the clog out with a straightened wire coat hanger or a blast of water from an outdoor hose. Use the drain hose extension kit accessory to extend the drain hose to a maximum length of 6 ft. Remove the lower kick plate located under the door. Check for blockages by running a dishwasher clean cycle and holding the hose over a bucket or sink.

If the dishwasher isn t draining. Lift the square stainless steel cover from the floor of the bosch dishwasher to reveal the large white sump that is held in place by two side retaining clips. Use a straightened hanger or plumbing snake to carefully remove the clog. Drainage hose kit part number 663105 extends the dishwasher supply and drain hose to a maximum length of 6 ft.

If your dishwasher drain hose is clogged after combining the homemade dishwasher unclogging products locate the dishwasher circuit breaker and turn it off. Remove any hose clamps and the drain hose and extract them from the garbage disposal and dishwasher. Once you ve shifted the water it s time to remove the drain pump cover which on most bosch dishwashers will be secured with a single screw. With the cover removed you now have access to dishwasher drain pump.

Clean it with soap and a soft brush under running water. Remove any debris and objects that are trapped in the filter. To do this you will need to hold the air gap device while unscrewing the bolts. This is a good way to remove black gunk in a dishwasher drain hose as well.

With a screwdriver and pliers disconnect the drain hose from the garbage disposal or air cap. You can flush out the dishwasher drain hose using the kitchen sprayer and then set aside to drain.