Brand: BOSCH
Category: Dishwasher
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for GV640A
Uploaded: April 20, 2026, 8:09 p.m.
Warranty Information
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Dishwasher Operation Overview
Turning On/Off: Press the 'On / Off' button to activate or deactivate the dishwasher. The light over the last selected wash cycle will illuminate.
Selecting Cycles: Press the desired cycle button (e.g., Heavy, Auto, Normal, Rinse).
Selecting Options: Press buttons for desired options like Delay, Half Load, Delicate, Sanitize, Extra Shine.
Starting a Cycle: Press the 'Start' button to begin the selected wash cycle.
Interrupting a Cycle: Press 'On / Off' to turn off the dishwasher. Press 'On / Off' again to resume.
Resetting: Press and hold 'Start' for approximately 3 seconds until '0:01' is displayed. Wait for draining to complete ('0:00'). Turn off with 'On / Off'.
Basic Settings: Intensive Drying, End of Cycle Tones, Child Lock, Rinse-aid settings, and Auto Power Off can be adjusted through specific button combinations.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Error Code | Description | Part | DW Symptoms (seen during wash cycles) | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Dry Heat option hasn't been turned on | Activate Extra Dry Heat option, if it's not activated and is available on the dishwasher. | |||
| Clogged spray arms or filters. | Washability issue (heat pump runs, but dishes still dirty) | Remove debris / obstructions from filter and spray arms. | ||
| Spray arms not rotating | Make sure spray arms are properly attached and rotate freely. Make sure spray arms are properly aligned with the supply tube. | |||
| Door is ajar | Dishwasher won't start | Educate customer on closing door securely. | ||
| E:24 | Drain obstructions | Control / Drain Pump | Dishwasher doesn't drain properly | 1. Reset the control. 2. Clean out obstructions generating the error code. For overly high drain connections, have the connection lowered. |
| E:25 | Loose drain pump cover | Drain pump cover | Dishwasher doesn't drain properly | Ensure the drain pump cover is properly seated and locked. |