Bosch SENSORSTEAM TDS12 SERIES Operating Instructions Manual

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Bosch SENSORSTEAM TDS12 SERIES is an innovative steam iron that makes ironing easier and more effective than ever before. Its unique ActiveControl Advanced feature automatically adjusts steam output based on how you grip the handle, providing the perfect amount of steam for any fabric. The TDS12 SERIES also features a steam activation button for on-demand steam, a shot of steam button for stubborn wrinkles, and a spray nozzle for evenly distributing water. With its powerful steam output and precise temperature control, the TDS12 SERIES will leave your clothes looking crisp and wrinkle-free.

Bosch SENSORSTEAM TDS12 SERIES is an innovative steam iron that makes ironing easier and more effective than ever before. Its unique ActiveControl Advanced feature automatically adjusts steam output based on how you grip the handle, providing the perfect amount of steam for any fabric. The TDS12 SERIES also features a steam activation button for on-demand steam, a shot of steam button for stubborn wrinkles, and a spray nozzle for evenly distributing water. With its powerful steam output and precise temperature control, the TDS12 SERIES will leave your clothes looking crisp and wrinkle-free.

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Thank you for buying the TDS12 steam iron
from Bosch.
This iron is a compact steam generator. The
water is pumped into the steam chamber
with pressure via a special pump. The steam
amount when ironing is higher than in
conventional irons, therefore the steaming
performance is far more effective.
This appliance has been designed exclusively
for domestic use and must not be used for
industrial purposes.
Carefully read through the operating
instructions for the appliance and safeguard
them for future reference.
General safety warnings
Danger of electric shocks or re!
• 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16Aand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.
• Ifthesafetyfusetted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 uctuations can
happen, it is recommended that the iron is
connected to a power supply system with a
maximumimpedanceof0.27Ω.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.
• Childrenshouldbesupervisedtoensurethat
theydonotplaywiththeappliance.
• Removetheplugfromthesocketbeforelling
theappliancewithwaterorbeforepouringout
theremainingwaterafteruse.
• Theappliancemustneverbeplaceddirectly
underthetaptoll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.
• Do not allow the power cord to come into
contactwiththesoleplatewhenitishot.
• Neverimmersetheironinwateroranyother
uid.
• 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 qualied personnel
fromanAuthorisedTechnicalServiceCentre.
Description
1. Handlewithcontactsensor.
2. Steamactivationbutton*.
3. ActiveControlAdvancedindicatorlamp.
(clearlight).
4. Steamsettingselectionbutton.
5. Steamsettingindicatorlamps.
green=eco
red=max
6. Shotofsteambutton.
7. Spraybutton.
8. Waterinlet.
9. Waterinletlid.
10.Spraynozzle.
11.Watertank.
12.Levelmarkformaximumlling.
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13.Soleplate.
14.Temperatureindex.
15.Temperaturecontrol.
16.Powercable.
17.Descalinguid*.
18.Fabric-protectionsoleplatecover*.
* Model dependent.
Before using the iron for the
rst time
Remove any labels or protective covering
from the soleplate (13).
For further details on the following actions,
pleaserefertotherelatedchaptersinthisuser
manual.
• Withtheironunplugged,llthetank(11)ofthe
iron with tap water and set the temperature
control(15)to“max”.
• Plugintheappliancetothemains.
• When the iron has reached the desired
temperature,thegreenlight(5)stopsashing
andtheclearlight(3)startsashing.Gripthe
handle (1) and set the steam control to the
maximum position “max” (see “setting the
steamamount”section).
• Hold the iron horizontally and repeatedly
press the shot of steam button (6). Some
residuemaycomeoutofthesoleplate(13).
• Ifnecessary,carefullycleanthesoleplate(13)
downwithadry,foldedcottoncloth.
• When using the steam function for the rst
time,donotuseitonyourlaundry,asthere
maystillbedirtinthesteamdispenser.
• When turned on for the rst time, your new
ironmaysmellandemitalittlesmokeanda
fewparticles;thiswillstopafterafewminutes.
Filling the water tank (1)
Unplug the iron from the mains!
• Openthewaterinletlid(9).
Never ll beyond the level mark for
maximum lling (12).
• Use only clean water from the tap without
mixinganythingwithit.Theadditionofother
liquids, (unless recommended by Bosch)
suchasperfume,willdamagetheappliance.
Any damage caused by the use of the
aforemen tioned products will make the
guarantee void.
• Donotusecondensationwaterfromtumble
dryers, air conditioning systems or similar.
This appliance has been designed to use
normaltapwater.
• Toprolongtheoptimumsteamfunction,you
may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.
You can inquire about the water hardness
withyourlocalwatersupplier.
Setting the temperature (2)
The temperature control (15) adjusts the
temperature of the soleplate (13).
• Checkthetemperatureinstructionsshownon
thecarelabelofthegarmentyouareironing.
• Set the temperature control (15) to the
correspondingpositionbyliningitupwiththe
temperatureindex(14)ontheiron:
Synthetics
•• Silk-Wool
••• Cotton-Linen
• Sort your garments based on their care
labels,alwaysstartingwithclothesthathave
tobeironedatthelowesttemperature.
• If you are unsure what type of material the
garment is made from, start ironing on the
lowest temperature setting and increase
accordingly. If the garment is made from
mixed fabrics, set the temperature for the
mostdelicatematerial.
• For silk, woollen or synthetic materials iron
thereversesideofthefabrictopreventshiny
patches. Avoid using the spray function to
preventstains.
Setting the steam amount (3)
Your iron is equipped with a steam setting
selection button (4) and indicator lamps (5)
showing the steam setting, according to the
tablebelow:
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steamoff
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Off
Steamcanbegeneratedbygrippingthehandle
(1),or by pressing thesteamactivationbutton
(2*).
Ifthe
ecosteammodeisselected,theenergy
consumption of the appliance will be reduced
by means of reduction of electricity and water
consumption. A good ironing result can be
obtainedonthissettingformostgarments.
Thesteamsettingcanbechangedbypressing
thesteamsettingselectionbutton(4).Theiron
runsthroughthefollowingcycle:
eco
max

steamoff
SensorSteam
The “SensorSteam” function automatically
switches off the iron when the handle is no
longer gripped, thus increasing safety and
energysaving.
When plugging the iron in, during the rst
minute:
• Thesoleplate(13)heatsuptothetemperature
correspondingtotheselectedsetting.
• Thesteamgenerationisblocked.
• Thegreenlamp(5)ashes.
After the initial 1 minute period:
• “eco”settingisautomaticallyselected.
• Thegreenlamp(5)stopsashing.
• The“ActiveControlAdvanced”indicatorlamp
(3)(clearlight)goesonandstartsashing.
From this moment on, when the handle (1) of
the iron is gripped or if the steam activation
button (2*) is pressed at
steam setting:
• The“ActiveControlAdvanced”indicatorlamp
(3)stopsashing.
• The pump starts working and steam is
generatedautomatically.
If the handle (1) is released:
• Steamgenerationwillstop.
• The“ActiveControlAdvanced”indicatorlamp
(3)willash
• Theironshutsoffautomatically.Ifthehandle
isgrippedagain,theironturnson.
If the iron remains plugged in and is not
used for several minutes:
• Afterthehandle(1)istouchedorthesteam
activation button (2*) is pushed again, the
greenlightstartsashing.
• Steam generation will not be possible for
severalseconds,untiltheappropriateworking
temperaturehasbeenreached.
Ironing with steam (4)
The steam control is used to adjust the
amount of steam produced when ironing
(see “setting the steam amount” section).
Steamcanbegeneratedintwoways:
1. Continuous steam generation:
• Gripthehandle(1).
Setthesteamcontrolto“eco”or“maxposition.
2. Steam on demand*:
(only on models equipped with steam
activation button).
• Setthesteamcontroltothe
”position,to
cancel continuous steam generation while
gripping the handle (1). On this setting,
steamcanonlybeproducedwhenmanually
pressing the steam activation button (2*)
underthehandle.
• Pressthesteamactivationbutton(2*).
Important:
• Steam is only available if the temperature
control(15)issetatthesteamsymbols
-
between“••”and“max”.
• Adjust the temperature setting and then
set the steam control according to the table
below.Steamwillautomaticallybeproduced:
*Modeldependent
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Temperaturecontrol
(15)setting
Steam
setting
••
eco
•••to“max” max
Note: Once a steam ironing setting has
been chosen using the temperature control
(15), steam generation may be delayed for
several seconds until the appropriate working
temperaturehasbeenreached.
Ironing without steam (5)
This enables the iron to be used for dry
ironing.
• Gripthehandle(1)andsetthesteamcontrol
tothe
setting.
• The temperature control (15) adjusts the
temperatureofthesoleplate(13).Setittothe
correspondingpositionbyliningitupwiththe
temperatureindex(14)ontheiron.
Select an appropriate temperature for the
typeofmaterialbeingironed(see“settingthe
temperature”section).
• While ironing, do not press the steam
activationbutton(2*).
Spray (6)
This can be used to remove stubborn
wrinkles.
• Do not use the spray function with silk as
stainingmayoccur.
• Whenironing,pressthespraybutton(7)and
waterwillsprayoutofthespraynozzle(10)
ontothegarment.
Shot of steam (7)
This can be used to remove stubborn
wrinkles or to press in a sharp crease or
pleat. It cannot be used on a synthetic
setting for delicate items.
• Setthetemperaturecontrol(15)tothe“•••”or
“max”position.
• Setthesteamcontroltothe“max”position.
• Press the shot of steam button (6) on the
handlerepeatedlyatintervalsof5seconds.
Vertical steaming (8)
This can be used to remove creases from
hanging clothes, curtains etc.
Warning!
Do not iron clothing while it is being worn!
Never spray or aim the steam at persons or
animals!
1.Setthetemperaturecontrol(15)tothe“•••”or
“max”position.
2.Models with steam activation button (2*):
•Gripthehandle(1)andsetthesteamcontrol
(4)tothe“max”position.
•Orsetthesteamcontroltothe
position
andpressthesteamactivationbutton(2*).
Models without steam activation button (2*):
•Gripthehandle(1)andsetthesteamcontrol
(4)tothe“max”position.
3.Holdtheironinanuprightpositionabout15
cmawayfromthegarmentbeingsteamed.
The shot of steam button (6) on the handle
may be additionally pressed at intervals of
5seconds.However,after4shotsofsteam,
wait for 10 seconds to allow for continued
steamproduction.
*Modeldependent
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Multiple descaling system (9)
Dependingonthemodel,thisrangeofironsis
equippedwiththefollowingde-scalingfeatures
“AntiCalc”.
1. self-clean
Theself-cleanlterbetweenthewatertankand
the pump prevents scale impairing the steam
generation system and ensures the optimum
productionofsteam.
2. 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preventallofthescalethatisproduced
naturallyovertime.
3. 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.
Followtheproceduredescribedbelow:
a)Removetheplugfromthesocket,ensurethat
theironhascooleddownandthatthewater
tank(11)isempty.
b)Setthetemperaturecontrol(15)tothe“calc‘n
clean”setting.
c)Fillthewatertank(11)tothemaximumlevel
withcleantapwater.
d)Plug in the iron and select the maximum
steam setting “max” by pressing the steam
selectionbutton(4).
e)Hold the iron over a sink or a container to
collectthewater.
f) Gripthehandle(1)untilthewatertank(11)is
empty.Thiscouldtakeseveralminutes.
g)Repeattheprocedureuntilparticlesnolonger
comeoutofthesoleplate(13)oftheiron.
h)Turn the temperature control (15) to the
maximumsetting.Theironwillbegintoemit
steam.Waituntilthewaterinsidetheironhas
evaporated.
i) Cleanthesoleplate(13)oftheiron.
4. calc‘n clean with descaling uid
(modeldependent)
Fordeepdescaling,usethedescalinguid(17)
supplied.
Thisshouldbecarriedoutevery3months.
The descaling uid (17) can be obtained from
ourAfter-salesserviceorfromourwebsite..
Accessorycode
(After-sales)
Nameofaccessory
(Onlineshop)
311144 TDZ1101
Followtheproceduredescribedbelow:
a)Removetheplugfromthesocket,ensurethat
theironhascooleddownandthatthewater
tank(11)isempty.
b)Setthetemperaturecontrol(15)tothe“calc‘n
clean”setting.
c)Fillthewatertank(11)withtapwatermixed
withameasure(25ml)ofthedescalinguid
(17).
d)Plug in the iron and select the maximum
steam setting “max” by pressing the steam
selectionbutton(4).
e)Hold the iron over a sink or a container to
collectthewater.
f) Gripthehandle(1)untilthewatertank(11)is
empty.Thiscouldtakeseveralminutes.
g)Thenfollowtheproceduredescribedabovein
section3.calc‘nclean”untilparticlesnolonger
comeoutofthesoleplate(13)oftheiron.
Anti-drip system
If the temperature control (15) is set too low
(below“••”),thesteamisautomaticallyswitched
off to prevent water from dripping out of the
soleplate(13).
The “ActiveControl Advanced” indicator lamp
(3)onthehandleashesandthepumpwillnot
work.
Fabric-protection soleplate
cover (10)
(modeldependent)
The fabric-protection cover (18*) is used for
steam-ironing delicate garments at maximum
temperaturewithoutdamagingthem.
Useoftheprotectoralsodoesawaywiththeneed
foraclothtopreventshineondarkmaterials.
Itisadvisabletorstironasmallsectiononthe
insideofthegarmenttoseeifitissuitable.
Toattachthefabricprotectortotheiron,place
the tip of the iron into the end of the fabric
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protector and press the rear of the protector
upward until you hear a click. To release the
fabricprotector,pulldownontheclipattherear
andremovetheiron.
Cleaning (11)
Attention ! Risk of burns !
Always unplug the appliance from the mains
supply before carrying out any cleaning or
maintenance operation on it.
• Ifthe iron isonlyslightly soiled, pulloutthe
plug and allow the soleplate (13) to cool
down. Wipe the housing and the soleplate
withadampcottonclothonly.
• If the cloth is synthetic, it may melt due to
the high temperatureonthe soleplate (13),
switchoffthesteamandruboffanyresidue
immediately with a thicklyfolded, dry cotton
cloth.
• Tokeepthesoleplate(13)smooth,youshould
avoidhardcontactwithmetalobjects.Never
useascouringpad,orchemicalstocleanthe
soleplate.
• Never decalcify the tank (11) or treat it with
detergentsorsolvents,otherwisetheironwill
dripwaterwhilststeaming.
Storing (12)
• Openthewaterinletlid(9).
• Holdtheironwiththefrontfacingdownand
shake it gently until the water tank (11) is
empty.
• Settheironasideinaverticalpositiontocool
down.
• Coilthepowercable(16)looselyaroundthe
heeloftheiron,beforestoring.
• Storetheironinanuprightposition.
Tips to help saving energy
and water
Steam production consumes the most energy.
To help minimise the energy used, follow the
advicebelow:
• Start by ironing the fabrics that require
the lowest ironing temperature. Check the
recommended ironing temperature in the
labelonthegarment.
• Regulatethesteamaccordingtotheselected
ironingtemperature,followingtheinstructions
in this manual. Iron at “eco” steam setting
(see“settingthesteamlevel”section).
• Trytoironthefabricswhiletheyarestilldamp
andreducethesteamsetting.Steamwillbe
generated from the fabrics rather than the
iron. If you tumble dry your fabrics before
ironingthem,setthetumbledrieronthe‘iron
dry’programme.
• Ifthefabricsaredampenough,setthesteam
tothe
position(see“ironingwithoutsteam”
section).
Advice on disposal
Our goods come in optimised packaging. This
basically consists in using non-contaminating
materials which should behanded over to the
localwastedisposalserviceassecondaryraw
materials.Yourlocaltowncouncilcangiveyou
information about how to dispose of obsolete
appliances.
This appliance is labelled in
accordance with European
Directive 2002/96/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.
Guarantee conditions
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.
Thedetailsoftheseconditionscanbeobtained
fromtheretailerfromwhomtheappliance
waspurchased.Thepurchasereceiptmustbe
presentedwhenmakinganyclaimsagainstthe
termsofthisguarantee.
*Modeldependent
Trouble shooting guide for minor issues
Problem Probable cause Solution
Theirondoesnotheat
up.
1.Temperaturecontrol(15)setto
minimum.
2.Nomainssupply.
3.The“SensorSteam”system
hasbeenactivated.Theironis
settostand-by.
1.Turntoahigherposition.
2.Checkwithanotherappliance
orplugtheironintoadifferent
socket.
3.Gripthehandle(1)oftheironto
re-startit.
“ActiveControl
Advanced”indicator
lamp(3)ashes.
The“SensorSteam”systemhas
beenactivated.Theironissetto
stand-by.
Gripthehandle(1)oftheironto
re-startit.
Irondifculttoslideon
theclothing.
Clothingistoowet. Reducethesteamamountby
selecting“eco”or“
”settings.
Theclothestendto
stick.
Thetemperatureistoohigh. Turnthetemperaturecontrol(15)
downandwaituntiltheironhas
cooleddown.
Waterdripsoutofthe
soleplatetogetherwith
steam.
1.Temperaturecontrol(15)
settingistoolow.
2.Steamcontrolissettoohigh
inconjunctionwithalow
temperature.
3.Youhavepressedtheshotof
steambutton(6)repeatedly
withoutwaitingfor5seconds
betweeneachpress.
4.Puredistilledwaterhasbeen
used(see“Fillingthewater
tank”section)orotherproducts
suchasfragrantwaterhave
beenaddedtothetank.
1.Turnthetemperaturecontrol(15)
toahighersetting(between“••”
and“max”)andwaituntilthegreen
steamsettingindicatorlampstops
ashing.
2.Setthesteamcontroltoalower
setting.
3.Wait5secondsbetweeneach
pressofthejetofsteambutton.
4.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
(unlessrecommendedbyBosch).
Steamdoesnotcome
out.
1.Steamcontrolissetto“
”
position.
2.Nowaterinthetank(11).
3.Thetemperatureistoolow.
Anti-dripsystemisactivated.
1.Setthesteamcontrolto“eco”or
“max”position.
2.Fillthetank(11).
3.Settoahighertemperatureif
compatiblewiththefabric.
Spraydoesnotwork. 1.Nowaterinthetank(11).
2.Obstructedmechanism.
1.Fillthewatertank(11).
2.ContacttheTechnicalService.
Smokecomesout
whenconnectingthe
ironforthersttime.
Thismaybecausedbythe
lubricationofsomeoftheinternal
parts.
Thisisnormalandwillstopaftera
fewminutes.
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
“calc’nclean”section).
Theappliancemakes
apumpingsound.
Waterisbeingpumpedintothe
steamchamber.
Thisisnormal.
Ifnoneoftheabovesolvestheproblem,getintouchwithanauthorisedtechnicalservice.
You can download this manual from the local homepages of Bosch.
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001 TDS12GB/02/12
Great Britain
BoschCustomerService
GrandUnionHouse
OldWolvertonRoad
MiltonKeynes
MK125PT
UK+44(0)8448928923
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Bosch SENSORSTEAM TDS12 SERIES Operating Instructions Manual

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Irons
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Operating Instructions Manual
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Bosch SENSORSTEAM TDS12 SERIES is an innovative steam iron that makes ironing easier and more effective than ever before. Its unique ActiveControl Advanced feature automatically adjusts steam output based on how you grip the handle, providing the perfect amount of steam for any fabric. The TDS12 SERIES also features a steam activation button for on-demand steam, a shot of steam button for stubborn wrinkles, and a spray nozzle for evenly distributing water. With its powerful steam output and precise temperature control, the TDS12 SERIES will leave your clothes looking crisp and wrinkle-free.

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