BOSCH TKA80 Filter coffee machine User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

Safety instructions
General information
Thermos carafe
Cleaning
Descaling
Troubleshooting
Technical data
Disposal
Guarantee
Documents / Resources

TKA80 Filter coffee machine
**User Manual

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Style Filter coffee machine

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 intended for domestic use only.
The danger of electric shock!
Only use the appliance indoors at room temperature and up to 2000 m above sea level. The appliance may only be connected to a power supply with an alternating current via a correctly installed socket with earthing. Ensure that the protective conductor system of the domestic supply has been correctly installed.
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.
Avoid spillage on the connector. 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 fire!
Misuse of the appliance can potentially lead to injury. During the operation of the appliance, the temperature of exposed surfaces may become very high. 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. Avoid spatters of grease as the plastic may be damaged. Never cover the parking zone for the jug. After the use, the heating element surfaces and warming plate can be subjected to residual heat. The appliance gets hot. Never operate the appliance in a cupboard.
Risk of suffocation!
Do not allow children to play with packaging material.
Caution! Cleaning surfaces that come into contact with foodstuffs!
Please note the special information on cleaning in the instructions.

Congratulations on purchasing this Bosch appliance. You have acquired a high-quality product that will bring you a lot of enjoyment.
This instruction manual describes two models:
TKA80.
A model with glass carafe
TKA8A05.
A model with a thermos carafe
Parts and operating controls

Water tank with fill level indicator (removable)
Water tank cover (removable)
Filter housing (swiveling)
Filter holder (dishwasher safe)
Drip stop
TKA80. Glass carafe with lid (dishwasher safe) TKA 8A05. Thermos carafe with lid
ON/OFF switch
Low water indicator
Display (automatic switch-off) auto-off
Descale button with indicator calc
Cable storage compartment TKA80. only
Hotplate TKA8A05. only
Release switch (on carafe handle)

General information

Fill the water tank with clean, cold water only. Never add milk or beverages such as tea or coffee since this will damage the appliance.
Never fill the water tank above the marking “8 À” (TKA8A05.) or “10 À” (TKA80.).
Use coffee with a medium grind (approx. 6 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 carafe while the machine is brewing coffee since this may cause the filter holder to overflow.
Make sure that carafe’s lid is closed when you place the carafe 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 is normal; it does not indicate that the coffee machine is defective.

Before using for the first time

Remove any stickers or film.
Pull enough of the power cable out of the storage compartment and plugin.
To clean, fill the water tank with 6 cups of water and replace it. Press the ON/OFF switch ; the cleaning program starts.
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 (1 cup of vinegar for 5 cups of water) and run the cleaning program. Next, rinse the machine twice with 6 cups of water.
Clean the carafe thoroughly.

Brewing coffee

Remove the water tank, fill it with water and replace it.
Swivel out filter housing.
Insert a 1×4 paper filter in the filter holder and add the desired amount of coffee.
Flip back the filter housing until it engages.
Place the carafe with the lid closed under the filter housing.
Press the ON/OFF switch to start the brewing cycle. At the same time, the auto-off function is activated; the display lights up.

TKA80. only
Info : The appliance has an automatic auto-off (power save) function, which switches off the appliance around 40 minutes after the brewing process is complete.
TKA8A05. only Info: The appliance has an automatic auto-off (power save) function, which switches off the appliance a few minutes after the brewing process is complete.
Tip: If you rinse out the thermos carafe with hot water before use, the coffee will stay warm even longer.
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.
Low water indicator
This coffee machine senses if the water volume in the water tank is low (less than approx. 4 cups). If the water level is low, lights up and the machine automatically increases the brewing time. This ensures that the coffee retains its ideal flavor.

Thermos carafe

TKA8A05. only
Important: Never use the carafe for keeping dairy products or baby food warm, because bacteria may form. Do not heat the carafe in the microwave or in a regular oven. Never use the carafe to store or transport carbonated beverages. Carefully rinse the carafe after each use.
To keep the lid from permanently vacu sealing itself shut, it was designed to not close hermetically. Since the thermos carafe may leak, you should always store and transport it in an upright position. The thermos carafe holds approximately 8 cups.

The lid of the thermos carafe can be opened with the release switch.

Open lid (Fig. a)
Close lid (Fig. b)
Remove lid (Fig. c)

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 flavour
Lighter roast = more acidity

Cleaning

Never immerse the device in water or place it in the dishwasher!
Don’t steam clean 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.
Clean the water tank under running water; don’t use a firm brush.

TKA80. only
The glass carafe and its lid are dishwasher safe.
TKA8A05. only

Rinse out the thermos carafe and lid and wipe its exterior clean with a damp cloth. Do not submerse the carafe in the dishwater or place it in the dishwasher.
Tip: Stubborn water deposits can be removed with a solution of baking soda, dishwasher powder, or effervescent denture cleaning tablets.
To prevent bad odors and bacteria from forming, store the thermos carafe with the lid open.

Descaling

This appliance is equipped with an automatic descaling indicator. If the calc indicator lights up, the machine needs to be descaled.
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.
Make sure that the carafe’s lid is closed when you place the carafe on the coffee machine.
Prepare the descaling solution according to the manufacturer’s instructions and pour it into the water tank.
Warning: Do not fill with more than 6 cups.
Switch the machine on using the ON/OFF switch .
Press and hold down the button to descale calc for at least 2 seconds. The descaling process starts.
The program interrupts the process several times for a few minutes in order to let the descaling agent penetrate the deposits. The entire descaling process takes about 30 minutes.
When the descaling process is complete, the display calc will no longer light up. Operate the machine twice using clean water, without coffee. Do not fill the tank with more than 6 cups of water.
Thoroughly rinse all removable parts and the carafe.

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. To start the descaling program, press and hold the button calc for at least two seconds.
Tip: If your water is very hard, descale the coffee machine more frequently than requested by the calc indicator.
The drip stop leaks. It needs to be cleaned. Clean drip-stop (in filter holder) under running water while cleaning it several times with your finger.

Technical data

Electrical connection	220-240 V50/60 Hz
Power	TKA80 1160 W

TKA8A05. 1100 W
Appliance height| 355 mm
Appliance width| 260 mm
Appliance depth| 250 mm
Tank capacity| TKA80. 1.375 L
TKA8A05. 1.1 L

Disposal

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendly manner. This appliance is labeled in accordance with 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. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined 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.

Great Britain
BSH Home Appliances Ltd.
Grand Union House,
Old Wolverton Road,
Wolverton
Milton Keynes MK12 5PT
To arrange an engineer visit, to order spare parts and accessories or for product advice please visit www.bosch-home.co.uk
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Tel.: 0344 892 8979
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