BOSCH TKA3A034 Drip Coffee Maker Instruction Manual

: June 4, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

Safety instructions
Parts and operating controls
General information
Brewing coffee
Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Technical data
References
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Instruction manual

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Safety instructions

Please read and follow the operating instructions carefully and keep them for later reference. Enclose these instructions when you give this appliance to someone else. This appliance is designed for the preparation of normal household quantities in the home, or in household-like, non-commercial environments. Household-like environments include staff kitchens in shops, offices, agricultural and other small businesses or for use by guests at bed- and-breakfast establishments, small hotels, and similar residential facilities.

Danger of electric shock!
Connect and operate the appliance only according to the type plate specifications. To avoid potential hazards, repairs such as replacing a damaged cable must only be carried out by our customer service personnel.

This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Keep children under 8 years of age away from the appliance and connecting cable and do not allow them to use the appliance. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

Never immerse the appliance or mains cable in water. Never leave the appliance unattended while it is switched on!
Use only if the power cord and appliance show no signs of damage. Should a fault occur, pull the plug or disconnect from the mains immediately.

Risk of burns and fi re!
During operation only grasp the parts of the appliance and the glass jug by the handles provided.
Do not place the appliance on or near hot surfaces, e.g. hobs. Never cover the parking zone for the jug.

Risk of suffocation!
Do not allow children to play with packaging material.

Congratulations on purchasing this Bosch appliance. You have acquired a high- quality product that will bring you a lot of enjoyment.

Parts and operating controls

Water tank with fill level indicator
Lid, removable (dishwashersafe)
Storage compartment (coffee pot handle)
Filter holder, swiveling (dishwashersafe)
Drip stop
Glass carafe with lid (dishwashersafe)
ON/OFF switch
Hotplate
Cable storage compartment

General information

Fill water tank 1 with clean, cold water only. Never add milk or beverages such as tea or coffee since this will damage the appliance.
Never exceed the “10” mark when you fill tank 1 with water.
Use coffee with a medium grind (approx. 7 g per cup).
Do not brew less than the minimum amount of three cups since the coffee will not have the desired strength and temperature (1 cup = approx. 125 ml).
Never remove the glass carafe 6 while the machine is brewing coffee since this may cause the filter holder 4 to overflow.
Make sure that the glass carafe’s lid is closed when you place carafe 6 on the coffee machine.
Do not use other carafes since the special drip protector will block the coffee from flowing into the receptacle.
Some water accumulation on the filter holder 4 is normal; it does not indicate that the coffee machine is defective.

Before using it for the first time

Remove any stickers or film.
Pull enough of the power cable out of the storage compartment 9 and plugin.
Remove the coffee pot handle from the storage compartment and rotate it forwards.
To clean, open lid 2 and fill water tank 1 with nine cups of water. Close lid 2, insert the glass carafe 6, and press the ON/OFF switch 7 to switch on and
start the cleaning process.
Repeat the cleaning process.
Note: You may notice a “new machine” smell; this is normal. If this is the case, fill with a vinegar solution (2 cups of vinegar for 6 cups of water) and run the cleaning program. Next, rinse the machine twice with nine cups of water.
Clean the carafe thoroughly.

Brewing coffee

Fill water tank 1 with water, taking note of the marking.
Swivel out the filter holder 4.
Insert a 1×4 paper filter in the filter holder 4 and add the desired amount of coffee.
Swivel back the filter holder 4 and let it click into place.
Place the glass carafe 6 with the lid closed underneath the filter holder 4.
Press the ON/OFF switch 7 to start the brewing cycle.

Note: The appliance has an automatic auto-off (power save) function, which switches it off after a period of about 40 minutes.
Important: When the brewing process is complete, wait a moment until all the coffee has run through the filter and into the carafe.

Let the machine cool down for five minutes before brewing a fresh pot.

Coffee-making tips
Store ground coffee in a cool place; you can also freeze it. Once a package of coffee has been opened, close it tightly to maintain its aroma.
How the coffee beans are roasted affects their taste and aroma.
Darker roast = more flavor
Lighter roast = more acidity

Cleaning

Never immerse the device in water or place it in the dishwasher!
Don’t steamclean the appliance.
Unplug the appliance before cleaning it.

Clean all parts that came into contact with coffee after each use.
Clean the coffee machine’s exterior with a damp cloth; do not use strong or abrasive cleaning agents.
Wipe out the water tank 1; do not use a hard brush.
All detachable parts are dishwashersafe.

Descaling

The appliance must be descaled regularlybut at the latest when

the brewing time becomes more prolonged
excessive steam is emitted
the appliance makes more noise.

Regular descaling

makes your appliance last longer
ensures proper function
prevents excessive steam
speeds up the brewing process
saves energy Descale the machine with a commercial descaling agent.
Switch off the machine and allow it to cool.
Place the glass carafe 6 with the lid closed on the coffee machine.
Prepare the descaling solution according to the manufacturer’s instructions and pour it into water tank 1.
Leave the solution in the machine for 5 minutes and then switch the machine on.
Switch off the machine after one minute and wait a further 10 minutes.
Repeat this procedure at least three times, more often if there is a large amount of limescale.
Allow the remaining descaling solution to run through.
After descaling, run two brewing cycles with clean water but without coffee. Do not fill the tank with more than 6 cups of water.
Wash all parts and the glass carafe thoroughly.

Troubleshooting

The machine takes noticeably longer or switches itself off before the brewing process is complete.
⇒ The machine needs descaling.

Descale the machine as per the instructions.
Tip: Descale the appliance more frequently if the water has a high lime content.

Technical data

Electrical connection (voltage / frequency)	Output

**Disposal**
Dispose of packaging in an environmentallyfriendly manner. This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012 / 19 / 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. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.

Guarantee
The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defi ned by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee. Changes reserved.

Customer Service
Great Britain BSH Home Appliances Ltd.
Grand Union House Old Wolverton Road Wolverton
Milton Keynes MK12 5PT
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