009 TDA76..GB /09/12
Customer Service
Great Britain
Bosch Customer Service
Grand Union House
Old Wolverton Road
Milton Keynes
MK12 5PT
UK +44 (0)844 892 8923
IRL +353 (0)1450 2655
www.bosch-home.co.uk
Operating instructions
Solving Minor Problems Yourself
Problem
Possible Causes
Solution
Iron does
not work
or is not
heating up.
Temperature control (I) set to
minimum.
Turn the temperature control
to the desired position.
Connection problems.
Check that the plug is
inserted into the mains
socket correctly.
The automatic shut-off system
has been activated (*).
Move the iron gently from
side to side to re-start it.
Iron is not
steaming.
There is no water in the tank (E). Fill the water tank.
The steam regulator (C) is in the
position.
Set the steam regulator to
the relevant position.
Water is
dripping
from the
holes in the
soleplate.
Temperature control (I) setting
is too low.
Set the temperature control
within the steam area
(between the “••” and
“max”) or turn the steam
regulator (C) to
.
Steam regulator (C) is set too
high in conjunction with a low
temperature.
Turn the steam regulator to
a lower setting.
You have pressed the shot of
steam button (A) repeatedly
without waiting for 5 seconds
between each press.
Wait 5 seconds between
each press of the jet of
steam button.
Water has been left in the tank
when the sole plate was cold,
with the steam regulator (C) set
at
or
.
Always empty the tank after
ironing and set the steam
regulator to
after ironing
and when filling the tank.
Distilled water has not been
used (see “Filling the water
tank” section) or other products
such as fragrant water have
been added to the tank.
Mix distilled water with
tap water as directed in
the “Filling the water tank”
section and never add any
other products to the water
tank.
Spray does
not work.
No water in the tank.
Add water to the water
tank.
Obstructed mechanism.
Contact an Authorised
Technical Service Centre.
The iron
begins to
smoke when
switched on.
During first use: Certain
components on the appliance
have been lightly greased at the
factory and may produce a little
smoke when initially heated.
This is completely normal
and will stop after a short
while.
Deposits
come out
through the
holes in the
soleplate.
Traces of lime scale are coming
out of the steam chamber.
Carry out a cleaning cycle
(see Self Cleaning section).
Flashing
lamp on top
of handle.
Auto-shut off has been
activated.
Move the iron gently from
side to side to re-start it. The
lamp will then flash once
before it re-heats.
Thank you for buying the TDA76 steam iron from Bosch. These
instructions contain valuable information about the unique features
of this iron and some hints to make ironing easier for you.
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.
Important
This appliance has been designed exclusively for domestic
use and must not be used for industrial purposes.
Carefully read through the operating instructions for the
appliance and safeguard them for future reference.
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.
• Keep the iron and its cord out of reach of children less
than 8 years of age when it is energized or cooling
down.
•
CAUTION. Hot surface.
Surface is liable to get hot during use.
(*) Model dependent.
You can download this manual from the local homepages of Bosch
• 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 0.27
Ω
. If
necessary, the user can ask the public power supply company
for the system impedance at the interface point.
• 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:
• Start by ironing the fabrics that require the lowest ironing
temperature.
• Regulate the steam according to the selected ironing
temperature.
• Only use steam if necessary. If possible, use the spray function
instead.
• 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.
• If the fabrics are damp enough, turn off the steam regulator
completely.
• Stand the iron upright during pauses. Resting it horizontally
with the steam regulator on generates wasted steam.
Environmental Care
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.
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 2012/19/EU 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.
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.
Before using the Iron for the first time
Please carry out the following steps:
1. Remove the protective cover from the soleplate before using
the iron.
2. While the iron is unplugged, fill the water tank (E) with tap water
3. Plug the appliance into the mains and set the temperature
control (I) to the “max” position by lining it up with the pointer
(H) on the iron.
4. When the iron has reached the correct temperature, the pilot
light (K) goes out. Set the steam regulator (C) to the maximum
position.
5. Hold the iron horizontally and repeatedly press the shot of steam
button (A). Any residue should come out of the soleplate (F).
It may smoke and smell – this is normal and will cease after a
short while.
6. If necessary, carefully clean the soleplate down with a dry,
folded cloth.
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