009TDA8..GB/09/09
After Sales Service
Great Britain
BSH Appliance Care
Grand Union House
Old Wolverton Road
Milton Keynes
MK12 5ZR
+44 (0)87 02-41 33 81
www.bshappliances.co.uk
Operating instructions
Solving Minor Problems Yourself
Problem
Possible Causes
Solution
Iron does not
work or is not
heating up
Temperature control
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
Fill the water tank
The steam regulator is
in the “0” position
Set the steam regulator
to the relevant position
Water is dripping
from the holes in
the soleplate
The temperature
control is set too low
for the iron to produce
steam and the iron
does not have an anti-
drip system
Set the temperature
control within the
steam area (between
the “••” and “max”)
or turn the steam
regulator to “0”
You have pressed the
jet of steam button
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 set at
“1” or “2”
Always empty the tank
after ironing and set
the steam regulator to
“0” after ironing and
when filling the tank
Water is dripping
from the holes in
the soleplate
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
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
fromside to side to
re-start it. The lamp will
then flash once before
it re-heats
Before using the iron for the first time
Before using the iron for the first time, any dirt inside must
be cleaned out.
1. Remove the protective cover from the soleplate before using
the iron.
2. While the iron in unplugged, fill the water tank (D) with tap
water
3. Plug the appliance into the mains and set the temperature
control (H) to the “•••” position.
4. When the iron has reached the correct temperature, set the
steam regulator (A) to the maximum position.
5. Hold the iron horizontally and repeatedly press the shot of steam
button (L). Any dirt should come out of the soleplate (E). 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
Cleaning and Maintenance
Attention ! Risk of burns !
Self Cleaning
The self clean function helps remove lime scale that has built
up around the steam valve.
This should be performed once every 3 or 4 uses.
1. When the iron is cold, slide the steam regulator (A) between the
“0” and “2” positions in quick succession about 3 or 4 times to
help loosen any lime scale and clean the valve inside.
2. Heat up the iron. Before starting ironing, hold the iron horizontally
over a sink and press the jet of steam button (L) 3 or 4 times.
This will help force out any lime scale and dirt deposits through
the holes in the soleplate (E).
For general cleaning, follow the information below:
Problem
Solution
Dirty/lightly marked
iron body or soleplate
Clean body of iron or soleplate with a
damp cloth then dry it.
Mark develops on
soleplate during use
Set the iron to its maximum temperature
setting. Rub the iron a few times over with
a dry cotton cloth folded several times.
Heavily stained
soleplate
While the iron is cold, iron a linen cloth
soaked in white vinegar. Then dampen a
cloth with water and wipe the soleplate
clean and dry thoroughly.
DO NOT
de-scale or clean the water tank with cleaning products
or solvents, as these could cause the iron to drip when using the
steam function.
Environmental Care
This iron has been redesigned 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 accordan-ce 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 re-
cycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU.
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 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.
Before Using Your Iron
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 warnings
• Danger of electric shocks or fire!
• This appliance is to be connected and used in accordance with
the information stated on its characteristics plate.
• Never plug the appliance into the mains supply if the cable or
the appliance itself shows visible signs of damage.
• 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 10A or more and has a socket with an earth
connection.
• Keep the appliance out of children’s reach.
• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
• The appliance must be used and placed on a stable surface.
• When placed in a support, make sure that the surface on which
the support stands 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.
• Remove the plug form the socket before filling the appliance with
water or before pouring out the remaining water after use.
• Never immerse the iron in water or any other fluid.
• The appliance must never be placed under the tap to fill the
water.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to weather conditions (rain,
sun, frost, etc.)
• The electrical plug must not be removed from the socket by
pulling the cable.
• Unplug the appliance form the mains supply after each use, or
if a fault is suspected.
• 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.
• Unplug the iron from the mains supply when you have to leave
the iron unattended.
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DO NOT
use a “professional steam cleaner” for cleaning the
appliance.
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.
