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.

003 TDS26..GB/01/12

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

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.

TDA 26..

sensi

xx B1

(*) Model dependent

You can download this manual from the local homepages of Bosch

Important

This appliance has been designed exclusively for domestic use and must

not be used for industrial purposes.

Carefully read through these instructions and safeguard them for future

reference.

General safety instructions

• Danger of electric shocks or fire!

• 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.

• 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.

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

when it is hot.

• 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 0.27Ω . If necessary, the user can ask

the public power supply company for the system impedance at the

interface point.

• 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 concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible

for their safety.

• Keep the appliance out of children’s reach.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

• Remove the plug from the socket before filling the appliance with water

or before pouring out the remaining water after use.

• The appliance must never be placed directly under the tap to fill the

water tank.

• 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 must not be left unattended while it is connected to the supply

mains.

• 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.)

• 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.