Bosch TDA26 Series Operating Instructions

Solving Minor Problems Yourself
Problem Possible Causes Solution
The iron does Temperature regulator Turn the temperature
not work or is not (I) on a very low regulator to the desired
heating up. setting. position.
Connection problems. Check that the plug is
inserted into the mains socket
correctly.
The clothes tend Temperature regulator Turn the temperature
to stick. (I) setting is too high. regulator to a lower setting.
Water comes out Temperature regulator Turn the temperature
of the soleplate (I) setting is too low. regulator to a higher setting.
together with
steam.
Steam regulator (A) Turn the steam regulator to a
is set too high in lower setting.
conjunction with a low
temperature.
You have pressed the Wait 5 seconds between each
shot of steam button press of the shot of steam
(M) repeatedly without button.
waiting for 5 seconds
between each press.
Tap or part distilled Mix distilled water with tap
water has not been used water as directed in the „Filling
(see"Filling the water the water tank" section, and
tank" section) or other never add any other products
products such as fragant to the water tank.
water have been added
to the tank.
Iron is not Steam regulator (A) in Turn the steam regulator to "1"
steaming. "0" or "calc" position. or "2" position.
Scale obstruction of Remove the steam regulator
internal components. (A) and clean it. If this does
not help contact an Authorised
Technical Service Centre.
Obstructed Contact an Authorised
mechanism. Technical Service Centre.
Water comes The steam regulator Place the steam regulator in
out from the (A) is not properly the "0" position.
soleplate before closed.
plugging the
iron in.
Deposits come Traces of lime scale Carry out a cleaning cycle
out through the are coming out of the "(see "Multiple de-scaling
holes in the steam chamber. system" section)
soleplate.
The iron begins During first use: This is completely normal and
to smoke when Certain components will stop after a short while.
switched on. on the appliance have
been lightly greased
at the factory and may
produce a little smoke
when initially heated.
Flashing lamp on Auto-shut off has been Move the iron gently fromside
top of handle (*) activated. to side to re-start it.
(*) Model dependent
Thank you for buying the TDA26 steam iron from Bosch.
This iron has been designed according to ecological criteria,
related to the sustainable development; analyzing its whole
lifecycle, from material selection to its later reusing or recycling;
evaluating the improvement possibilities, from a technical,
economical and environmental point of view.
Please visit www.bosch-home.co.uk for more product information
or to register your product, just follow the link to the Online
guarantee registration.
Carefully read through the operating instructions for the appliance
and safeguard them for future reference.
You can download this manual from the local homepages of
Bosch.

General safety instructions

• The iron must not be left unattended while it is
connected to the supply mains.
• Remove the plug from the socket before filling
the appliance with water or before pouring out the
remaining water after use.
• The appliance must be used and placed on a stable
surface.
• When placed on its stand, make sure that the
surface on which the stand is placed is stable.
• The iron should not be used if it has been dropped,
if there are visible signs of damage or if it is
leaking water. It must be checked by an authorized
Technical Service Centre before it can be used
again.
• With the aim of avoiding dangerous situations, any
work or repair that the appliance may need, e.g.
replacing a faulty mains cable, must only be carried
out by qualified personnel from an Authorised
Technical Service Centre.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children without supervision.
Customer Service
Great Britain
Bosch Customer Service
Grand Union House
Old Wolverton Road Milton Keynes
MK12 5PT
UK +44 (0)344 892 8979
IRL +353 (0)1450 2655
www.bosch-home.co.uk
005 TDA26..GB/11/14
• Keep the iron and its cord out of reach of children
less than 8 years of age when it is energized or
cooling down.
• This appliance is to be connected and used in accordance with the
information stated on its characteristics plate.
• This appliance must be connected to an earthed socket. If it is
absolutely necessary to use an extension cable, make sure that it
is suitable for 16A and has a socket with an earth connection.
• If the safety fuse fitted in the appliance blows, the appliance will be
rendered inoperative. To restore normal operation the appliance will
have to be taken to an authorised Technical Service Centre.
• In order to avoid that, under unfavourable mains conditions,
phenomena like transient voltage drops or lighting fluctuations can
happen, it is recommended that the iron is connected to a power
supply system with a maximum impedance of 0.27Ω . If necessary,
the user can ask the public power supply company for the system
impedance at the interface point.
• The appliance must never be placed directly under the tap to fill the
water tank.
• Unplug the appliance from the mains supply after each use, or if a
fault is suspected.
• The electrical plug must not be removed from the socket by pulling
the cable.
• Never immerse the iron in water or any other fluid.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to weather conditions (rain, sun,
frost, etc.)
TiPS TO helP YOu SAve enerGY
Steam production consumes the most energy. To help minimise the
energy used, follow the advice below:
• Regulate the steam according to the selected ironing temperature.
• Try to Iron the fabrics while they are still damp and reduce the steam
setting. Steam will be generated from the fabrics rather than the iron.
If you tumble dry your fabrics before ironing them, set the tumble
drier to the 'iron dry' programme.
• Stand the iron upright during pauses. Resting it horizontally with the
steam regulator on generates wasted steam.
Register your new Bosch now:
http://www.bosch-home.co.uk
TDA26..
en Operating instructions
CleAninG AnD MAinTenAnCe
! Attention! risk of burns!
Always unplug the appliance from the mains supply before
carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operation on it.
1. Never decalcify the water tank (E) or treat it with detergents or
solvents, otherwise the iron will drip water whilst steaming!
2. If the iron is only slightly soiled, allow the soleplate (G) to cool down.
Wipe the housing and the soleplate with a damp cotton cloth only.
3. If the cloth is synthetic, it may melt due to the high temperature on the
soleplate. Switch off the steam and rub off any residue immediately
with a thickly folded, damp cotton cloth.
4. To keep the soleplate smooth, you should avoid hard contact with
metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, or chemicals to clean the
soleplate.
GuArAnTee TerMS
The terms of the guarantee for this appliance are in accordance with that
stated by our representative for the country in which it is sold. Details
of those conditions can be obtained from the retailer from whom the
appliance was purchased. The SALES RECEIPT must be presented
when making any claims against the terms of this guarantee. We
reserve the right to make technical modifications.
envirOnMenTAl CAre
Before throwing a used appliance away, you should make it noticeably
inoperable e.g. cut off the mains lead and be certain to dispose of it in
accordance with current laws and regulations.
Your retailer, town council or local council can give you detailed
information about these.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with european
Directive 2002/96/eG concerning used electrical and
electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic
equipment – Weee).
The guideline determines the framework for the
return and recycling of used appliances as applicable
throughout the eu.