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* Model dependent
Trouble shooting
Problem
Possible causes
Solution
The iron begins
to smoke when
switched on.
1. During first use: certain
components on the
appliance have been lightly
greased at the factory and
may produce a small
amount of smoke when
initially heated.
1. This is completely normal
and will stop after a short
while.
The iron does not
produce any
steam.
1. During first use, water has
not filled the hose (4)
completely.
2. The “Calc'nClean” indicator
light (1) will flash. The
descaling process has not
been completed.
1. Press and hold the steam
release button (12) until
steam comes out.
2. Perform a cleaning cycle
(see the “Descaling process"
section).
Dirt comes out
through the
soleplate.
1. There is a build-up of lime
scale or minerals in the iron.
2. Chemical products or
additives have been used.
1. Carry out a cleaning cycle
(see the “Descaling process"
section).
2. Never add products to the
water (see the “Filling the
water tank” section).
Clean the soleplate with a
damp cloth.
The
“Calc'nClean”
indicator light (1)
does not turn off.
1. The iron descaling process
has been stopped before
being completed.
1. Restart and complete the
iron descaling process.
The appliance
makes a pumping
sound.
1. Water is being pumped into
the iron.
2. The water tank is empty.
1. This is normal.
2. Fill the water tank.
The iron
produces little
steam.
1. The iron has been switched
on recently.
1. It is normal, the iron
produces steam gradually
until it is stabilized.
If the above tips do not solve the problem, get in touch
with our customer service.
You can download this manual from the Bosch local
homepages.
