The Pressure Chamber is an OEM part for Bosch dishwashers. This part is responsible for monitoring and controlling the water level within the dishwasher. It operates by sensing the pressure exerted by the height of the water in the tub and ensures that the dishwasher fills with the correct amount of water for optimal cleaning performance.
Causes for replacement may involve wear and tear over extended use, mineral buildup affecting the switch’s sensitivity, or electrical faults leading to inconsistent performance.
Symptoms of a failing Pressure Chamber include:
- Overfilling or underfilling of the dishwasher, which can lead to inadequate cleaning or potential water damage.
- Unexpected changes in the wash cycle, such as sudden stops or pauses.
- The dishwasher not starting a wash cycle due to incorrect water level readings.
This genuine OEM Bosch part is also compatible with Thermador, Gaggenau and select Kenmore models.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Internal water leak on a bosch shu5316 uc/06 dishwasher David B. • Aspinwall , PA • March 13, 2015
Using instructions I obtained over the internet, I first removed the DW's bottom cover panels so I could look inside the DW (with a flashlight) while it was running. I had to put their dishwasher through several wash cycles before I could pinpoint the location of the leak. (The water appeared to be coming from above on the left side of the DW, near the top, rear of the DW's blue "Pressure Chamber." Thinking that the problem likely lay in either a malfunctioning Pressure Chamber or in a...
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