How to Fix Bosch Dishwasher Error PRE-RINSE SYMBOL (SPRAY OF WATER)

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Error Code: PRE-RINSE SYMBOL (SPRAY OF WATER) Difficulty: Easy

Problem: The pre-rinse cycle is active.

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How to Fix PRE-RINSE SYMBOL (SPRAY OF WATER) Error (Step-by-Step)

Identify the symbol resembling a spray of water on the display. This indicates the ‘Pre-Rinse’ cycle is active.
This is a normal cycle selection and not an error code.
The Pre-Rinse cycle is a brief program that uses a small amount of cold water to rinse dishes.
Its purpose is to prevent food soils from drying onto plates if you are not planning to run a full wash cycle immediately.
This cycle does not use detergent and is not intended to fully clean the dishes.
If you selected this by mistake, you can cancel the program by pressing and holding the ‘Start/Reset’ button for about 3 seconds, then select a full wash program.
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

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