Some pic´s of the Bosch SGI 58M05EU

[lavamat78800]

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The photos were taken, when the cycle was done.
I used the Auto 55°-65° cycle, which I really like.

I didn´t want to have a completely hidden machine because there is no display, and I couldnt see what the machine is doing and how long the cycle takes.

 

[rolls_rapide]

I find hidden controls (on the top edge) a little inconvenient, to say the least. I like the controls to be easily accessible, especially the main power switch.

Another possible problem is accidental spillage of liquids when placing items into, or taking from the machine. I'm always careful myself, but I swear that the power switch and menu selectors on my Bosch have gotten stickier through time. I don't know if this is just a combination of general kitchen dust and steam from the machine, or whether it is foodstuffs (flour particles, etc).

The controls on my machine don't seem to be particularly well shielded against such ingress (hard plastic buttons, that 'wobble' in their surround). Other competitor machines have wipe-clean membrane type touch pads (like a microwave oven control panel).

 

[bleacho]

nice machine..

i believe this bosch is the same one that bosch makes for kenmore elite line here in the states. i purchased it, and it is a terrific machine.... youre looks a bit more sexy though

 

[jhducote]

Fully integrated

I prefer the hidden controls of fully integrated models. I think it's nice when the dishwasher and refrigerator are indistinguishable from the kitchen cabinets. In the Oakland kitchen I have stainless front appliances, but the dishwasher is fully integrated. I have had no problems with the buttons on the top lip of the door. Miele makes them with a rubbery plastic cover, and after 5+ years of use, they are in good condition and working well. As far as knowing when the machine is running, well, that is part of the fun. It’s always entertaining when an unsuspecting guest opens the machine and receives a face full of steam. A bit wicked of me perhaps, but the quiet of these machines is consistent with my personal philosophy that appliances should be neither seen (with exceptions of course) nor heard. I thought that Bosch and Miele were now putting a bright light on the control panel of fully integrated models so that you can know when the cycle is running. The strength of the light is presumably sufficient to light the underneath of the counter.
Well, enough for now. The Bosch in the pics above remains a nice looking machine in this kitchen.

 

[dj-gabriele]

Yup, that one is really a Bob-load to me!

As far as integrated controls go, I think is just a matter of taste, as I said I like them, plus since my machine has only programme selector and on/off switch there's not much that can get messy and if it does I simply wipe a damp towel and everyting comes out clean. As an additional safety measure anyway there's a secondary switch on top of the machine near the electric socket above the counter.

 

[foraloysius]

Nino, that's a very nice dishwasher! Too bad your AEG didn't work anymore like it should be. I keep my fingers crossed, my AEG 6060 is much older (from around 1996) but still going strong (knock on wood!).

 

[appnut]

It's a BobLoad!!!