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[quote=Anonymous]I purchased the Bosch Series 6 SMD6TCX00E model twice in 2023 (mid-year and later in the year) from two reputable UK retailers. Both units produced a persistent, strong chemical smell during operation. The odor, resembling burnt plastic or glue, can linger in the machine, adjacent cabinets, and in the kitchen and sometimes causes eye irritation.

I've exhausted all troubleshooting options for both units. This includes running empty cycles with various cleaning agents (vinegar, baking soda, alkaline degreaser, and dishwasher cleaners and changing the rinsing agents, and detergents), but with no success.

Initially, I wrongly suspected an isolated issue with the first unit, potentially connected to spray painters working in the kitchen. Thankfully, I did not raise this concern with them. However, after purchasing the same model again and encountering the identical problem, it became clear this was not an accident.

The smell seems to emanate from the heated top area near the electrical connections, but I cannot confirm the source. Online research suggests some users attribute this to bitumen coatings.

This repeated issue with identical units suggests a potential design flaw rather than an accidental problem. This raises concerns about potential health hazards. While I couldn't find reports specific to this model, I found discussions online about similar issues with Bosch dishwashers in the past.

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