To remove a Bosch spray arm, particularly the upper spray arm, you typically detach it from its mounting point on the dish rack.
Removing the spray arms in your Bosch dishwasher is a common task for cleaning or replacement. The method can vary slightly depending on the specific spray arm and your dishwasher model.
Removing the Upper Spray Arm
Based on the provided information, the upper spray arm on a Bosch dishwasher is attached to the bottom of the upper basket. The reference states that the new one "just clicks into place" during installation. This indicates that the original spray arm is likely removed by releasing this clicking or snapping mechanism.
Steps for Upper Spray Arm Removal (Likely Method):
- Power Off: Always disconnect power to the dishwasher before performing any maintenance.
- Locate the Upper Arm: Pull out the upper dish rack to access the spray arm attached underneath.
- Identify the Attachment: Look for the connection point where the spray arm attaches to the water supply at the bottom of the rack. This is where the "clicking" mechanism is located.
- Release Mechanism: Gently look for tabs, buttons, or a collar that holds the spray arm in place. The removal usually involves pressing a tab or twisting the spray arm assembly slightly to disengage it from the water supply. As the reference notes, installation involves clicking into place, so removal is the reverse – unclipping or unsnapping it from its mount.
- Detach the Arm: Once the mechanism is released, the spray arm should detach cleanly from the bottom of the upper basket.
"And the new one just clicks into place the upper spray arm is attached to the bottom of the upper basket." This specific description from the reference indicates the upper spray arm's connection method relies on a simple snapping or clicking engagement, making removal a matter of disengaging that snap.
While the reference specifically discusses the upper spray arm and its "click into place" mechanism for installation, other spray arms (like the lower one) might have different removal methods, often involving simply lifting them off a central post. However, adhering to the provided reference, the focus here is on the upper arm's detachment via releasing a clip or snap.
Following these steps should allow you to successfully remove the upper spray arm for cleaning or replacement.
