Bosch home appliances symbols
Bosch: symbols found on household appliances and in their manuals.
Adding laundryLaundryAdding laundryWhen this symbol goes out on the display, more laundry can be added.On Bosch
AntiStainLaundryAntiStainLets you select the type of stain; temperature, drum movement and soaking time are adjusted to suit it.On Bosch
Childproof lock (key)3 meaningsChildproof lock (key)With the child lock on, every button on the washing machine is disabled. To switch it off, hold the start button or the key button for about three to five seconds until the key symbol goes out.Differs by brand.On Bosch
Delayed start indicator3 meaningsDelayed start indicatorA delayed start has been set, so the programme will begin later. On this model the delay is set in the Home Connect app.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
Dishwasher salt refill indicatorDishwashingDishwasher salt refill indicatorThe water softener is running out of salt. Fill the salt container with special dishwasher salt immediately before starting the next programme.On SHP9PCM5N
Drum cleanLaundryDrum cleanIf the machine or drum smells, run the Drum clean programme with the drum empty.On Bosch
Easy Iron2 meaningsEasy IronAdapts the spin cycle and spin speed to reduce creasing. The laundry comes out damper and should be hung up to dry.Differs by brand.On Bosch
Energy consumption indicatorLaundryEnergy consumption indicatorShows how much energy the selected programme uses, from one dash (low) to five dashes (high).On Bosch
Extra rinseLaundryExtra rinseSwitches on up to three additional rinse cycles. Recommended for very sensitive skin or in areas with very soft water.On Bosch
Fabric softener compartment (flower)3 meaningsFabric softener compartment (flower)Compartment for fabric softener or liquid starch. Do not fill above the max. mark.Differs by brand.On Bosch
Favorite2 meaningsFavoriteStores the selected programme together with an option. Hold the Favorite button for 3 seconds after choosing them; the button flashes to confirm.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
Foam detectionLaundryFoam detectionLights up when the machine has detected too much foam during the wash; it adds a rinse cycle automatically to remove it. Use less detergent next time with the same load.On Bosch
Intensive PlusLaundryIntensive PlusExtends the programme by up to 30 minutes. For heavily soiled laundry.On Bosch
Liquid detergent flap (A)LaundryLiquid detergent flap (A)Marks the flap for liquid detergent in the detergent drawer. Not present on all models.On Bosch
Machine care indicatorDishwashingMachine care indicatorWhen this symbol lights up on the display, the dishwasher itself needs cleaning: run the machine care programme. On this model it can be started from the Home Connect app.On SHP9PCM5N
Main wash compartment (II)2 meaningsMain wash compartment (II)Compartment for main-wash detergent, water softener, bleach and stain remover.Differs by brand.On Bosch
Power on/off3 meaningsPower on/offSwitches the dishwasher on or off. Holding it for about 4 seconds resets and cancels the running programme.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
PrewashLaundryPrewashAdds a low-temperature wash before the main wash; switch it on or off. Useful for heavily soiled laundry.On Bosch
Prewash compartment (I)2 meaningsPrewash compartment (I)Compartment for prewash detergent.Differs by brand.On Bosch
Remote StartDishwashingRemote StartEnables starting the appliance from a mobile device through the Home Connect app. Requires the appliance to be on the home Wi-Fi and paired with the app.On SHP9PCM5N
Remote start (Home Connect)LaundryRemote start (Home Connect)A short press enables remote start through the Home Connect app; holding the button for about three seconds opens the Home Connect menu.On Bosch
Rinse (programme stage)LaundryRinse (programme stage)Shows that the programme is currently in its rinsing stage.On Bosch
Rinse aid refill indicatorDishwashingRinse aid refill indicatorThe rinse aid reservoir is running low. Refill it with rinse aid when this indicator lights up on the display.On SHP9PCM5N
Rinse holdLaundryRinse holdAfter the last rinse the laundry stays in the water; spinning and draining at the end of the programme can be switched on or off.On Bosch
Silent washLaundrySilent washTurns off the end-of-programme signal and lowers the final spin speed.On Bosch
Smart Start indicatorDishwashingSmart Start indicatorSmart Start is switched on: the appliance waits and starts the programme automatically at the optimal time based on the time and energy preferences set in the Home Connect app.On SHP9PCM5N
SoakingLaundrySoakingBefore the main wash starts, the laundry stays in the water for longer. Useful for stubborn soiling.On Bosch
Spin speed2 meaningsSpin speedShows that the programme is spinning. Depending on the programme stage, the spin speed can be changed before and during the programme.Differs by brand.On Bosch
Start/Reload3 meaningsStart/ReloadPauses the running programme so you can open the door, add forgotten items and carry on with the wash. Not possible on washes above 50 °C.Differs by brand.On Bosch
WLAN connected indicator6 meaningsWLAN connected indicatorThe appliance is connected to the home wireless network (Wi-Fi) and can be used with the Home Connect app.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
Washing (programme stage)LaundryWashing (programme stage)Shows that the programme is currently in its washing stage.On Bosch
Water PlusLaundryWater PlusWashes with more water, for very sensitive skin and gentler treatment of the laundry.On Bosch
Water consumption indicatorLaundryWater consumption indicatorShows how much water the selected programme uses, from one dash (low) to five dashes (high).On Bosch
Water supply fault indicator2 meaningsWater supply fault indicatorThere is a problem with the water supply or drainage. The symbol lights up or flashes; see the troubleshooting section of the manual.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
i-DOSLaundryi-DOSChanges the automatic detergent dosing before the programme starts and during prewash: Light for lightly soiled laundry, Medium for normally soiled laundry, Heavy for heavy soiling or stains.On Bosch