Anti-Drip System; Tips To Help You Save Energy - Bosch TDA 46 Serie Instrucciones De Uso

3. 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 remove all of the scale that is produced
naturally over time.
"secure" auto
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shut-off function
(Depending on model)
The "secure" auto shut-off function switches off
the iron when it is left unattended, thus increasing
security and saving energy. After plugging in the
appliance, this function will be inactive for the first
two minutes in order to give the appliance time to
reach the set temperature.
Alter such time, if the iron is not moved for
8 minutes while in the upright position or 30
seconds while resting on its soleplate or on
its side, then the safety circuit will switch the
appliance off automatically and the pilot light will
start flashing.
To reconnect the iron, just move it about gently.
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anti-drip system
(Depending on model)
If the temperature is set too low, the steam is
automatically switched off to avoid dripping.
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Storing
Set the steam regulator to the
Store the iron in upright position.
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Cleaning
lf the iron is only slightly soiled, pull out the plug
and allow the soleplate to cool down. Wipe the
housing and the soleplate with a damp cloth only.
lf synthetic cloth melts due to too high
temperature on the soleplate, switch off the
steam and rub off the residue immediately with a
thickly folded, dry cotton cloth.
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To keep the soleplate smooth, you should avoid
hard contact with metal objects. Never use a
scouring pad, or chemicals to clean the soleplate.
Never decalcify the tank or treat it with detergents
or solvents: otherwise the iron will drip water whilst
steaming!
Steam production consumes the most energy. To
help minimise the energy used, follow the advice
below:
• Start by ironing the fabrics that require
• Regulate the steam according to the selected
• Only use steam if necessary. If possible, use
• Try to Iron the fabrics while they are still damp
• If the fabrics are damp enough, turn off the
• Stand the iron upright during pauses. Resting
position.
Before throwing a used appliance away, you
should first make it noticeably inoperable and be
certain to dispose of it in accordance with current
national laws. Your Retailer, Town Hall or Local
Council can give you detailed information about
this.
The guideline determines the framework for
the return and recycling of used appliances
as applicable throughout the EU.
Tips to help you save
energy
the lowest ironing temperature. Check the
recommended ironing temperature in the label
on the garment.
ironing temperature, following the instructions
in this manual.
the spray function instead.
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.
steam regulator completely.
it horizontally with the steam regulator on
generates wasted steam.
Tips on disposing of
a used appliance
This appliance is labelled in accordan-
ce with European Directive 2012/19/EU
–concerning used electrical and
electronic appliances (waste electrical
and electronic equipment – WEEE).