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Solving Minor Problems Yourself

Thank you for buying the TDA10 steam iron from Bosch. This iron 

has a lightweight design and is built to perform.

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. 

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 mains supply.

• 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.

This appliance reaches high temperatures and produces steam 

during use, this could cause scalds or burns in case of improper use.

-  Do not touch the soleplate! Hold the iron by its handle.

-  Do not leave the power cable hanging over the table or ironing 

board, to prevent the appliance from falling.

-  Do not iron clothing while it is being worn!

-  Never spray or aim the steam at persons or animals!

•  Do not allow the power cable to come into contact with sharp 

edges or with the soleplate when it is hot.

•  Never rest the iron in a horizontal position when the soleplate 

is hot. Rest it on its heel.

•  Do not touch the appliance with wet hands when in operation.

•  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 0.26

Ω

 . 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:

•  Start  by  ironing  the  fabrics  that  require  the  lowest  ironing 

temperature. 

  Check the recommended ironing temperature in the label on 

the garment.

•  Regulate  the  steam  according  to  the  selected  ironing 

temperature, following the instructions in this manual.

•  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 on 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,  analysing  its  whole 

lifecycle - from material selection to its later reuse or recycling 

-  evaluating  the  improvement  possibilities,  from  a  technical, 

economical and environmental point of view.

Before disposing of 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 (7) with tap water 

3. Plug the appliance into the mains and set the temperature control 

(10) to the “max” position by lining it up with the pointer (9). 

4. When the iron has reached the correct temperature (the pilot 

lamp No. 11 goes out), set the steam regulator (3) to the «2» 

position by lining it up with the pointer.

5. Hold the iron horizontally and repeatedly press the shot of steam 

button (2). Any residue should come out of the soleplate (6). 

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.

Problem

Possible Causes

Solution

The iron does 

not heat up.

Temperature control (10) 

set to minimum.

Turn to a higher position.

No mains supply.

Check with another 

appliance or plug the iron 

into a different socket.

The “Secure” system has 

been activated. The iron is 

set to stand-by.

Move the iron gently from 

side to side to reactivate it.

“Secure” 

indicator lamp 

(13) flashes*.

The “Secure” system has 

been activated. The iron is 

set to stand-by.

Move the iron gently from 

side to side to reactivate it.

The clothes 

tend to stick.

The temperature is too high.  Turn the temperature 

control (10) down and wait 

until the iron has cooled 

down. 

Water drips out 

of the soleplate 

(6) together 

with steam.

Temperature control (10) 

setting is too low.

Turn the temperature 

control to a higher setting 

(between “••” and “max”) 

and wait until the pilot light 

(11) goes out.

Steam regulator (3) is set 

too high in conjunction with 

a low temperature.

Set the steam regulator to 

a lower setting.

You have pressed the 

shot of steam button (2) 

repeatedly without waiting 

for 5 seconds between 

each press.

Wait 5 seconds between 

each press of the jet of 

steam button.

Steam does 

not come out.

Steam regulator (3) is set to 

“0” position.

Set the steam control to an 

open steam position.

No water in the tank (7).

Fill the tank.

The temperature is too 

low. Anti-drip system is 

activated. 

Set to a higher temperature 

if compatible with the 

fabric. 

Spray does not 

work.

No water in the tank (7).

Fill the water tank.

Obstructed mechanism.

Contact the Technical 

Service. 

Smoke comes 

out when 

connecting the 

iron for the first 

time.

This may be caused by the 

lubrication of some of the 

internal parts. 

This is normal and will stop 

after a few minutes. 

Deposits come 

out through 

the holes in the 

soleplate (6).

Traces of lime scale are 

coming out of the steam 

chamber.

Carry out a cleaning 

cycle (see “Calc’nClean” 

section).

* (Model dependent)

If none of the above solves the problem, get in touch with an 

authorised technical service.

You can download this manual from the local homepages 

of Bosch.

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