Step 1
Check the temperature of the water by opening the door after the cycle begins. If steam emits, it's a good bet the water is hot enough. If it seems tepid, run the hot water in the kitchen sink to ensure the water is hot before beginning the cycle. Bosch dishwashers only hook up to one water supply. Check that the Bosch water supply hooks into the hot water supply valve beneath the sink.
Step 2
Avoid using gel detergents. Gels leave a residue in the sump and interior area of the dishwasher that ends up as a white film on dishes and glassware. Gels also contain chlorine, which can leave a film on glassware. Because gels clog the dispenser, they often don't release timely.
Step 3
Choose small boxes of powered detergents when using a Bosch dishwasher. Larger boxes of detergent hold more than can be used within the shelf life of the product. When air reaches the detergent, the detergent hardens and its chemical value also changes, making it a less efficient cleaner.
Step 4
Use a rinsing product--preferably one that hangs in a basket--so you can tell when it needs replacing. Use the rinse especially when you have hard water to remove the magnesium and calcium causing the film. If you have soft water, don't use a rinsing product, as it will cause a film on your dishware.