What is the Machine Care cycle used for?
This maintenance program cleans the empty dishwasher rather than a load of dishes.
It circulates hot water through the tub and wash system to help remove grease, mineral film and odor-causing residue. Follow the manual regarding dishwasher cleaner and run it empty.
Choose another cycle for: Running with dishes, detergent combinations or cleaners not approved by the manufacturer.
What this means for your load
Maintenance program for the empty dishwasher when available. Check the appliance display for its current estimate.
Why the time may change: Use the specified options and cleaner; changing them can alter the time or cleaning result.
Check the full Bosch SHVM4AYB3N cycle table to compare other programs before starting.
When will it finish?
This variable program depends on the stored cycle, options or sensed load. Use the appliance's current displayed estimate.
Estimated energy and local cost
This range is calculated from the documented cycle characteristics and appliance type. It is deliberately shown as a range because load conditions, temperature selections, sensors and options change consumption.
Planning the Machine Care cycle on the SHVM4AYB3N
Machine Care is a model-specific dishwasher program, so its controls and options should be checked against the exact appliance documentation.
On the Bosch SHVM4AYB3N, watch for incoming water temperature, soil sensing, heat holds and drying options. Run hot water at the sink first when the manual recommends it, and avoid blocking spray paths.
The planning range on this page is 0.65–1.35 kWh; use the ZIP or bill-rate calculator for a local cost estimate. The exact-model reference is linked from bosch-home.com, while estimates are labeled separately.
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How this page was sourced
The timing and model-specific note above come from or summarize the linked Bosch official 300 and 500 Series product pages and use and care manuals. The usage explanation adds practical context based on the cycle name and appliance type; it does not replace the model manual or an item's care label.