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004 TDA26..GB/07/12

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

The iron does 

not work or is not 

heating up.

Temperature control (I) 

on a very low setting.

Turn the temperature control to 

the desired position.

Connection problems.

Check that the plug is inserted 

into the mains socket correctly.

The clothes tend 

to stick.

Temperature control (I) 

setting is too high.

Turn the temperature control to 

a lower setting.

Water comes out 

of the soleplate 

together with 

steam.

Temperature control (I) 

setting is too low.

Turn the temperature control to 

a higher setting.

Steam regulator (A) 

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 

(L) repeatedly wihhout 

waiting for 5 seconds 

between each press.

Wait 5 seconds between each 

press of the shot of steam 

button.

Tap or part distilled 

water has not been used 

(see“Filling the water 

tank“ section) or other 

products such as fragant 

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.

Iron is not 

steaming.

Steam regulator (A) in 

“0” or “calc” position.

Turn the steam regulator to “1” 

or “2” position.

No water in tank.

Fill the tank.

Scale obstruction of 

internal components.

Remove the steam regulator 

(A) and clean it. If this does not 

help contact an Authorised 

Technical Service Centre.

Spray does not 

work.

No water in the tank.

Add water to the water tank.

Obstructed mechanism. Contact an Authorised 

Technical Service Centre.

Water comes 

out from the 

soleplate before 

plugging the 

iron in.

The steam regulator (A) 

is not properly closed.

Place the steam regulator in the 

“0” position. 

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 

“Multiple de-scaling system” 

section)

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.

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.

calc

TDA 26..

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(*) Model dependent

You can download this manual from the local homepages of Bosch

Thank you for buying the TDA26 steam iron from Bosch. This iron has a 
lightweight design and is built to perform. 
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.

  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 and 

set the temperature control (I) to “max” by lining it up with the pointer 
(H).

3. Plug the appliance into the mains and when the iron has reached the 

correct temperature (the pilot light [K] goes out), set the steam regulator 
(A) to the “2” position.

4. Hold the iron horizontally and repeatedly press the shot of steam button 

(L). Any residue should come out of the soleplate (G). It may smoke 
and smell – this is normal and will cease after a short while.

5. If necessary, carefully clean the soleplate down with a dry, folded cloth.

  Cleaning and Maintenance

 ! Attention! Risk of burns!

For general cleaning, follow the information below:

Problem

Solution

Dirty/lightly marked iron 
body or soleplate

Clean the 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.

DO NOT

 use a “professional steam cleaner” for cleaning the appliance.

DO NOT

 use sharp objects or abrasive products to clean the soleplate or 

any other part of the appliance. To keep the soleplate in good condition, 
do not allow it to come into contact with metal objects.

  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

This iron has been designed according to ecological criteria related to 
sustainable  development;  analysing  its  whole  lifecycle,  from  material 
selection  to  its  later  reuse  or  recycling;  evaluating  the  improvement 
possibilities from a technical, ecological 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 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.

Important

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.
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.

•  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.

•  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.)

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