Bosch DA50 SensorSecure User manual

DA50 SensorSecure
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u~ only fOf' ,' connected to apower supply system
the purposes
for which'it was d~signed1 with amaximum impedance of 0.28 Q.
Le~'as an iron. Any other use will be If necessary, the user can askthe pUblic
considered jrnproper and consequently power supply company for the system
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responsibleifor any damage arising from underthe tap to fill the water. ..
misuse or improperuse" Unplug the appliance from the mains
•This appliance reaches high temperatures Tsupply after each !-lse, or if afault is
and produces steam during
~se, this ,suspected.
could cause pcalds
or bur~s,.n caS!. of .i:T~~.electrie;aJ plya
must
not be r,e~ve9
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iron by its:' handle. .other fluid.
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over thetable or ironing board, to weather conditions,(rain, sun, fro~~, etc.).
preventthe appliance
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worn!- Our goods cbmein ,qptimized packaging.
-Never spray or aim the steam at .This basicallyconsists in using non~
persons oranimals! contaminating materials which should be
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into contactwith sharp edges'or VJith the service as secondary raw materials~;.Your
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plate is hot Rest it on its appl'iances.
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used in accordance with ttiEfinformation' < : el~ctronic appliances ~waste
stated on its characteristics,plate. electrical and electronic
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16*
17*
TDZ1101
*Model dependent

&Set the steam regulator (3) to the ~
,. position and unplug the iron from
the mains!.
1. Open the water inlet lid (5).
2. Fill the water tank (11). Never fill beyond
.
the level mark for maximum filling (8).
Remove any label
or protective cover
from the soleplate (7).
During it first use the iron may produce
certain vapours and odours that will die
away after afew minutes.
1
.. Spray button
.2. Shot
of steam button
3. Steam regulator
4. Water inlet
5. Water inlet lid
6. Spray nozzle
7. Soleplate
8. Level mark for maximum filling
9. Temperature index
10. "clean" button
11. Water tank
12. Temperature control
13. Pilot light
14. Power cord
15. "SensorSecure" light
16. "TextileProtect" fabric protector *
17. Descaling fluid *
18. "StoreProtect" accessory *
This appliance has been designed to use
normal
t~p water.
•The addition ofother liquids, (unless
recommended by Bosch)
such. as
perfume, will damage the appliance.
•
Do not use condensation water from tumble
dryers, air conditioning systems or similar.
Any damage caused by the use of the
aforementioned products will make the
guarantee void.
3. Close the water inlet lid.
*Model dependent

~ .~.max
~11 2 3 "maxl
~t.. eco· maxi
~ 1 m3 max
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~ Tip: For better ironing results, iron the
last strokes without steam to dry the
garment.
The steam regulator (3) is used to adjust
the amount of steam produced when
ironing.
~ Tip: To prolong the optimum steam
function, you may mix tap water with
distilled water 1:
1. ~f 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.
-The temperature control (12) adjusts the
temperature
of the soleplate (7).
Set the temperature control to the
corresponding position by lining it up with
the temperature index (9) on the iron.
•Synthetics
." ."'."'. >;."." .. , .. _ ',' _. " .. ,,, .• _,.,, ,.; Silk .- Wool
••• Cotton
max 'Linen'
The pilot light (13) switches on while the
appliance
is heating up and switches off as
soon as the set temperature is reached. If
the temperature
of the hot iron drops', you
can continue ironing while the iron heats up
again to the set temperature.
*Model dependent

This can be used to remove stubborn
wrinkles or to press in a sharp crease or
pleat.
1. Set the temperature control (12) to "max".
2. Press the shot of steam button ~ (2)
repeatedly with intervals
of at least 5
seconds.
[05 "]
*Model dependent
11
This can be used'to remove creases
from hanging clothes, curtains etc.
Never
direct the steam jet at garments
that are being worn.
Never aim the steam at people or
animals.
1. Set the temperature control (12) to "max".

2. Hang article of clothing on aclothes
hanger. Operate the iron
in avertical
position at adistance
of 10 cm / 4 in,
and press the shot
of steam button $
(2) repeatedly with pauses of at least 5
seconds.
This enables the iron to be used for dry
ironing.
1. Set steam regulator (3) to the ~position.
2. Select an appropriate temperature for the
type
of material being ironed (see "Setting
the temperature" section).
*Model dependent

If the temperature is set too low, the steam
is automatically switched offto avoid
dripping.
There may be an audible click when this
occurs.
.~
The "SensorSecure" function makes the
iron heatup only while ironing.
Thus, safety
and saving energy get
increased.
1. Plug in the iron.
This can be used
to remove stubborn
wrinkles.
Do not use the spray function with silk.
*Model dependent
2. "SensorSecure" light (15) flashes while
resting, and will show acontinuous light
while ironing.
3.lf the iron i~ resting for more than 12
seconds, the iron will stop heating
automatically.

4. Once ironing is restarted, the iron will 3. Allow the soleplate (7) to cool down.
heat up again.
Initial heating up process: it is not necessary .
to grip the handle until the iron heats
up to the
set temperature. Once reached such
temperature, the pilot light (13) goes off.
4. Store the iron standing on the rear, not on
the soleplate. Do not wrap the power cord
(14) too tight!.
1. Switch the steam regulator (3) from ~ to
"max" and back again several times (self-
cleaning).
2. Empty the tank. Hold the iron with the
point down and shake lightly.
"
*Model dependent

Bm
Steam production consumes the most
energy.
To help minimise the energy used,
follow the advice below:
1. Start by ironing the fabrics that require
the lowest ironing temperature. Check the
recommended ironing temperature
in the
label on the garment.
2. Regulate the steam according to the
selected .ironing temperature, following
the instructions
in this manual.
3Only use steam if necessary. If possible,
use the spray function instead.
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.
Ifyou tumble dry your fabrics before
ironing them, set the tumble drier on the
'iron dry' program.
4. Ifthe fabrics are damp enough, turn off
the steam regulator (3) completely.
5. Stand the iron upright during pauses.
Resting it horizontally with the steam
regulator on generates wasted steam.
residue immediately with athickly folded,
damp cotton cloth.
3. To keep the soleplate smooth, you should
avoid hard contact with metal objects.
Never use ascouring pad,
or chemicals
to clean the soleplate.
&Attention! Risk of burns!
Always unplug the appliance from
the mains supply before carrying
out any cleaning or maintenance
operation
on it.
1.lf the iron is only slightly soiled, pull out
the plug and allow the soleplate (7) to
cool down. Wipe the housing and the
soleplate with adamp cottofl cloth only.
2.lf the cloth is synthetic, it may melt due
to the high temperature on the soleplate,
switch off the steam and rub off any
*Model dependent
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El self-clean
Each time you use the steam regulator (3),
the "self-clean" system cleans the
mechanism
of scale deposits.
DJ Calc'nClean
The "Calc'nClean" function helps to remove
scale particles out
of the steam chamber.
Use this function approximately every 2
weeks ifthe water
in your area is very hard.
oUnplug the iron from the mains socket,
set the steam regulator (3) to the
~
position and fill the water tank (11) with
water.
, <
eSet the temperature control (12) to the
"max"l position and plug in the iron.
eAfter the necessary warm-up period, the
lamp goes out. Then, unplug the iron
,(very important!).
,~~
~\y~
oSet steam regulator to the "max"
position.
JP ..
max
*Model dependent

rI "Calc'nClean" with descaling liquid *
For deep descaling, it is recommended to
use the descaling liquid especially
developed by Bosch. This procedure should
be carried out every 3months.'
1. Fill the water tank (11) with tap water
mixed with ameasure (25 ml)
of the
descaling fluid (17 *).
2. Then follow the procedure described
above
in section "Calc'nClean" (steps 4to
9).
The descaling liquid may be purchased
from our after-sales service
or specialist
shops.
oUnplug t~e iron and let the soleplate (7)
cool down. Wipe the soleplate with a
damp cotton cloth only.
eThen plug the iron in and heat it up again
until the remaining water has
evaporated.
x3
/'
eHold the iron over asink. Press the
"clean" button (10) and shake the iron
until approximately one third
of the water
capacity
of the tank is evaporated.
Boiling water and steam will come out,
carrying scale or deposits that might be
there.
'.
oRelease the "clean" button, and gently
shake the iron for some seconds.
8Repeat the steps 5and 6three times
until the tank is empty.
*Model dependent

•• anti-calc
The "anti-calc" cartridge has been designed
to reduce the build-up ofscale 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.
The fabric protector (16 *) is used for
steam-ironing delicate garments at
maximum temperature without damaging
them.
The fabric protector may be purchased from
our after-sales service or specialist shops.
The "StoreProtect" accessory (18 *)
enables an immediate and safe storage
of the iron, even with a hot soleplate (7).
This accessory may be purchased from our
after-sales service or specialist shops.
Name ofa(icessorY::rDz·115~,
*Model dependent

"SensorSecure"
indicator light
(15) flashes.
The clotbes
ten,at'), stick.
Water drips out
of the soleplate
(7) together
with steam.
1. The "SensorSecure" system
has been activated. The iron
is set to stand-by.
"i.The temperature Is to~:.high.
1. Temperature control (12)
setting is too low.
2. Steam regulator (3) is set
too high
in conjunction with
alow temperature.
3. You have pressed the shot
of steam button ~ (2)
repeatedly without waiting
for 5seconds between each
press.
1. Grip the handle of the iron to
re-start
it.
';~;1 ~. Turn 'the tempe-ratu re co"!trqi .{~ 2)
,down and wqit until the iron.nas
:fx>t?led dOVlf1.,{
1. Turn the temperature control to a
higher setting (between U
•• "and
"max") and wait until the pilot light
(13) goes out.
2. Set the steam regulator (3) to a
lower setting.
3. Wait 5seconds between each
press
of the shot of steam button.
1. This may be caused by the 1. This is normal and will stop after a
lubrication
of some of the few minutes.
internal parts.
If none
of the above solves the problem, get in touch with an authorised technical service.
*Model dependent

The terms ofthe guara.ntee 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.

Customer Service
Great Britain
Bosch Customer Service
Grand Union House
Old Wolverton
Road Milton Keynes
MK125PT
002 DA50 SensorSecure GB 02/15
UK [phone]
IRL [phone]
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