BOSCH TDA 23 Steam Iron Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: Bosch

BOSCH TDA 23 Steam Iron Instruction Manual

Introduction

Thank you for buying the tdA23 steam iron from Bosch. this appliance is intended for domestic and not industrial use. Keep the operating instructions in a safe place!

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 Authorized 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 0.27Ω . 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.).

Before using your appliance for the first time

Fill the tank of the iron with tap water and set the temperature control to “max” Plug in the appliance to the mains. When the steam iron has reached the desired temperature (pilot light goes out), let the water create steam by setting the steam control to “2” and by repeatedly pressing the button

When using the steam function for the firsttime, do not direct the steam towards the laundry, as there could still be contaminants in the steam dispenser.

using the appliance

The pilot light illuminates while the iron is heating up. As soon as the selecte dtem perature has been reached, the light goes out. Do not use condensation water from tumble dryers, fridges or similar. lf the iron is already hot, you can continue ironing while the iron is heating up. Sort laundry according to the fabric care labels and start at the lowest temperature “•“.

• Synthetics

•• Silk – Wool
••• Cotton – Linen

Filling the tank Fig. 1

Filling the tank

Set steam control to “0“ and rernove the plug!

Use only clean water from the tap without mixing anything with it. The addition of other liquids, such as perfume, will damage the appliance.

Any damage caused by the use of the aforementioned products, will make the guarantee void.

Do not use condensation water from tumble dryers, air conditionings or similar. This appliance has been designed to use normal tap water.

To prolong the optimum steam function, mix tap water with distilled water 1:1. If the tap water in your district is very hard, mix tap water with distilled water 1:2. Never fill beyond the “max” water level mark.

Ironing without steam Fig. 2

Ironing without steam

Set the steam control to “0”. Rotate the temperature controller to the required position. lf required, use spray.

Ironing with steam Fig. 3

Ironing with steam

The steam function is only available when the temperature regulator is in the areas marked by the steam symbol between “••” and “max”. Set the temperature control to position “••”: steam control to “1”. Set the temperature control to position “•••” or “max”: steam control to “2”.

Extra steam Fig. 4

To facilitate the ironing of very creased laundry or thick materials, the volume of steam can be increased briefly. To do this, set the temperature regulator to “max”. Press the button repeatedly at intervals of 5 seconds.

spray Fig. 5

Do not use the Spray function with silk.

shot of steam Fig. 6

shot of steam

(Model dependent) Set temperature to “max” Press button repeatedly with intervals of at least 5 seconds.

Vertical steam feature Fig. 7

Vertical steam feature

(Model dependent) Never direct the steam jet at garments that are being worn. Never aim the steam at people or animals.

Set temperature to “max” Hang article of clothing on a clothes hanger. Operate the iron in a vertical position at a distance of 10 cm / 4 in. and press the button repeatedly with pauses of at least 5 seconds.

After each ironing Fig. 8

Set steam control to “0” and remove the plug!

Empty the tank: Hold the iron with the tip pointing downwards and shake gently. Store the iron on its rear, not on the soleplate.

The cable can be wound up at the rear of the appliance. Do not wrap the power cord too tight!

cleaning the appliance

Caution! Risk of burns!
Never decalcify the tank or treat it with detergents or solvents: otherwise the iron will drip water whilst steaming!

Never decalcify the tank or treat it with detergents or solvents: otherwise the iron will drip water whilst steaming!

Pull out the plug and leave the soleplate to cool down. Wipe the housing and soleplate with a damp cloth only, then dry. lf the soleplate is very dirty, run the cold iron over a linen cloth soaked in white vinegar. Then wipe with water and dry thoroughly.

Or:

lmmediately rub off residue with a thickly folded, dry cotton cloth at maximum temperature setting. To keep the soleplate smooth, you should avoid hard contact with metal objects. Never use a scouring pad, or chemicals to clean the soleplate.

Additional functions

Multiple descaling system

Depending on the model, this range is equipped with the “Anti Calc” (=component 1 + 2 + 3) descaling system.

self-clean
Each time you use the steam regulator, the “self-clean” system cleans the mechanism of scale deposits.
calc‘n clean
The “calc‘n clean” function helps to remove scale particles out of the steam chamber. Use this function approximately every 2 weeks, if the water in your area is very hard. Fill the water tank, set the temperature dial to the “max”. position and plug in the iron. After the necessary warm-up period, unplug the iron and hold it over a sink. Take out the steam regulator by turning it to the position “calc” while pressing it (Fig 9). Gently shake the iron. Boiling water and steam will come out, carrying scale or deposits that might be there. When the iron stops dripping, reassemble the steam regulator in reverse order and move it to the “0” position. Heat up the iron again until the remaining water has evaporated.

If the steam regulator needle is soiled, remove any deposits from the needle tip with vinegar and rinse off with clean water.
anti-calc
The “anti-calc” cartridge has been designed to reduce the build-up of scale produced during steam ironing, helping to extend the useful life of your iron. Nevertheless the “anti-calc” cartridge cannot remove all of the scale that is produced naturally over time.

secure” auto shut-off function Fig. 10

function

(Model dependent)

The “Secure” auto shut-off function switches off the iron when it is left unattended, thus increasing security and saving energy. After plugging in the appliance, this function will be inactive for the first two minutes in order to give the appliance time to reach the set temperature. Alter such time, if the iron is not moved for 8 minutes while in the upright position or 30 seconds while resting on its soleplate or on its side, then the safety circuit will switch the appliance off automatically and the pilot light will start flashing. To reconnect the iron, just move it about gently. When the safety circuit is triggered in either
the upright position or on its side, water will escape through the holes; empty the water tank and plug the iron in to eliminate any remaining water.

Large filling inlet with lid Fig. 11

Large filling

(Model dependent)

disposal

Please ask your dealer or inquire at your local authority about current means of disposal.

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 recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the eu.

You can download this manual from the local homepages of Bosch.