BOSCH TKA3M134-01 MyMoment Filter Coffee Machine Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- Bosch
Table of Contents
BOSCH TKA3M134-01 MyMoment Filter Coffee Machine
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: Filter Coffee Machine
- Models: TKA3M, TKA4M, TKA6M
- Power Supply: Alternating Current
- Usage: Brewing filter coffee
- Additional Features: Aroma intensity settings, automatic shut-off
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Precautions
Before using the coffee machine, ensure the following safety precautions:
- Check the rating plate for specifications.
- Connect the appliance to a properly installed socket with earthing.
- Do not operate a damaged appliance or power cord.
Cleaning and Maintenance
It is essential to clean the coffee machine before each use to prevent bacterial growth.
Follow these steps:
- Use only the provided coffee pot.
- Refer to the cleaning instructions in the manual.
Brewing Instructions
- Fill the water tank with the desired amount of water.
- Add coffee grounds to the filter.
- Select the desired aroma intensity setting.
- Press the power button to start brewing.
- Wait for the brewing process to complete.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How do I adjust the aroma intensity?
- A: To adjust the aroma intensity, follow the steps outlined in the manual under the aroma settings section.
Q: Can I use alcohol-based cleaners for maintenance?
- A: No, it is recommended not to use alcohol or spirit-based cleaners.
- Refer to the manual for approved cleaning solutions.
Safety
- Read this instruction manual carefully.
- Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner.
Only use this appliance:
- in private households and enclosed spaces in a domestic environment at room temperature.
- for normal processing quantities and for normal processing times for domestic use.
- up to an altitude of max. 2000 m above sea level. ¡for brewing filter coffee.
- This appliance may be used by children aged 8 or over and by people who have reduced physical, sensory, or mental abilities or inadequate experience and/or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the appliance safely and have understood the resulting dangers.
- Do not let children play with the appliance.
- Children must not perform cleaning or user maintenance unless they are at least 8 years old and are being supervised.
- Keep children under the age of 8 years away from the appliance and power cable.
- Keep packaging material away from children.
- Do not let children play with packaging material.
- Keep small parts away from children.
- Do not let children play with small parts.
- Connect and operate the appliance only under the specifications on the rating plate.
- Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating current only via a properly installed socket with earthing.
- The protective conductor system of the domestic electrical installations must be properly installed.
- Never operate a damaged appliance.
- If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, immediately unplug the power cord or switch off the fuse in the fuse box.
- Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff.
- If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s Customer Service, or a similarly qualified person to prevent any risk.
- Never immerse the appliance or the power cord in water or clean the dishwasher.
- Liquids must not be spilled on the appliance plug connection.
- Ventilate the appliance adequately.
- Never operate the appliance in a cupboard.
- Never leave the appliance unattended while it is switched on.
- Never place the appliance on or near hot surfaces.
- Never cover the warming plate.
- Only use replacement jugs that are approved for your model by customer service.
- Never touch hot appliance parts.
- Allow hot appliance parts to cool down before touching.
- Only hold the jug by the handle.
- To avoid injuries, only use the appliance for its intended purpose.
- Follow the cleaning instructions.
- Clean surfaces that come in contact with food before each use.
- To prevent bacteria from forming, do not keep dairy products, baby food, or similar foodstuffs in the thermos jug or keep them warm in it.
Preventing material damage
- Only use the appliance with fresh, cold, non-carbonated water. Never add milk, ready-made drinks or instant products.
- Never operate the appliance when empty or overfilled. Observe the water level indicator.
- Leave the appliance to cool down for at least 5 minutes after each use.
- Never heat the thermos jug in the microwave or oven.
- Never put the thermos jug or the lid of the thermos jug in the dishwasher or in soapy water.
- Only place the jug in the appliance with the lid closed.
- Do not remove the jug during the brewing process.
- Only use the jug supplied.
Overview
Fig. 1
- A Coffee machine with thermos jug1
- B Coffee machine with glass jug1
- C Controls
- Water tank with water level indicator, removable
- Cover for water tank, removable
- Filter holder, removable
- Depending on the model
- Drip stop
- Filter housing, swiveling
- Thermos jug with lid1
- Lid-opening button
- Glass jug with lid1
- Warming plate1
- Cord storage compartment
- Aroma button, illuminated
- Descale button, illuminated
- On/off button, illuminated
- Depending on the model
Preparing the appliance for first use
Notes
- Perform the first cleaning process with a mixture of 5 cups of water and 1 cup of vinegar.
- Before each rinsing process switch off the appliance using the on/off button and leave it to cool down for 5 minutes.
- Run the rinsing process twice using 6 cups of water without adding vinegar. Fig. 2 – 8
General information
- Observe the water level indicator on the water tank. Fill the water tank to at least the bottom marking line and no more than the top marking line.
- To attain an adequate coffee temperature and a full aroma, do not brew less than 3 cups of coffee. A cup is approx. 125 ml.
- Add approx. 6 g medium-ground coffee for each cup.
- Store ground coffee in a cool place or freeze.
- Once a pack of coffee has been opened, always close it tightly to preserve the aroma.
- How coffee beans are roasted affects their flavor and aroma.
- Darker roast = more flavour Lighter roast = more acidity
- Condensation may form on the filter housing for technical reasons.
Setting the water hardness
- The preset water hardness can be adjusted.
- Note: It is important to set the right water hardness so your appliance indicates in good time that it needs descaling.
- Requirement: The mains plug is inserted and the appliance is switched off.
- Press and hold for at least 3 seconds.
- The last setting saved flashes.
- Press the on/off button within 7 seconds and select the required setting.
Water hardness levels:
German de- grees in °dH | French hardness in °fH | |
---|---|---|
Soft | 1-8.4 | 1-14 |
Me- dium | 8.4-14 | 14-25 |
Hard | > 14 | > 25 |
- If no further setting is made for 7 seconds, the displayed setting will be saved.
- The on/off button is no longer lit up and the appliance switches off.
Brewing coffee
- Follow the illustrated instructions. Fig. 9 – 16
Aroma intense
- Your appliance has a special aroma program.
- The coffee is brewed for longer, giving it a more intense aroma.
Using the aroma program
Note: The aroma program can only be activated or deactivated within the first minute after brewing starts.
- To activate the aroma program, press the button. → Fig. 17
- The symbol lights up white.
- The aroma program remains activated for all other brewing processes.
- To deactivate the aroma program, press the button.
- The symbol is no longer lit up.
- Factory setting
- Model with glass jug
Auto switch-off
- Your appliance is equipped with an automatic switch-off function that switches the appliance off after a certain period.
- Models with a thermos jug switch off a few minutes after the end of brewing. Models with a glass jug keep the coffee warm for approx. 40 minutes 1 and then switch off.
- The on/off button lights up red until the coffee machine switches off automatically.
Adjusting the switch-off time2
- The time after which the appliance switches off automatically can be adjusted.
- Requirement: The mains plug is inserted and the appliance is switched off.
- Press and hold for at least 3 seconds.
- The last setting saved flashes.
- Press the on/off button within 7 seconds and select the required setting.
- Factory setting
- If no further setting is made for 7 seconds, the displayed setting will be saved.
- The on/off button is no longer lit up and the appliance switches off.
Thermos jug
- The thermos jug has a capacity of around 8 cups.
Notes
- The seal is not hermetically tight to stop it from adhering through a suction effect.
- Never transport the thermos jug in a horizontal position or coffee might leak out.
- Do not keep or transport carbonated drinks in the thermos jug.
- If you rinse the thermos jug with hot water before use, the coffee will stay hot for longer.
Pouring out the coffee, removing and attaching the lid Fig. 18 – 20
Descaling the appliance
The appliance is equipped with an automatic descaling indicator.
Notes
- The appliance needs to be described if:
- during brewing and On/off button flash
- while keeping warm flashes2
Regular descaling:
- prolongs the life of the appliance
- ensures proper functioning
- prevents excessive steam
- shortens the brewing time
- saves energy
- If you are descaling the appliance with a commercially available descaler, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use and safety.
- Do not use a descaler with phosphoric acid.
- If your tap water is very hard, descale the appliance more frequently than indicated.
- If the appliance is brewing more slowly or switches off before the brewing process ends, descale it. Fig. 21 – 27
Overview of cleaning
- Do not use cleaning agents containing alcohol or spirits.
- Do not use sharp, pointed, or metal objects.
- Do not use abrasive cloths or cleaning agents. Fig. 28
Notes
- After each use, clean all parts thoroughly and rinse out.
- Remove stubborn deposits in the thermos jug with a solution of baking soda, dishwasher granulation, or denture tablets.
- Store the thermos jug with the lid open to prevent any odors and bacteria from forming.
If the drip stop is leaking:
- Remove the filter holder and clean the drip stop under running water.
- Press the drip stop towards the filter holder with your finger several times.
Disposing of old appliance
- Dispose of the appliance in an environmentally friendly manner.
- Information about current disposal methods is available from your specialist dealer or local authority.
- This appliance is labeled under the European
- Directive 2012/19/EU 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.
Customer Service
- Detailed information on the warranty period and terms of the warranty in your country are available from our after-sales service, your retailer, or on our website.
- The contact details for Customer Service can be found in the enclosed Customer Service directory or on our website.
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