User manual BOSCH TDA8364GB

[. . . ] If necessary, carefully clean the soleplate down with a dry, folded cloth Cleaning and Maintenance Attention !Self Cleaning The self clean function helps remove lime scale that has built up around the steam valve. This should be performed once every 3 or 4 uses. When the iron is cold, slide the steam regulator (A) between the "0" and "2" positions in quick succession about 3 or 4 times to help loosen any lime scale and clean the valve inside. [. . . ] The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. Tips to help you save energy 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. · Regulate the steam according to the selected ironing temperature. 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. If you tumble dry your fabrics before ironing them, set the tumble drier on the `iron dry' programme. · If the fabrics are damp enough, turn off the steam regulator completely. · Stand the iron upright during pauses. Resting it horizontally with the steam regulator on generates wasted steam. DO NOT de-scale or clean the water tank with cleaning products or solvents, as these could cause the iron to drip when using the steam function. Using Your Iron 1. Setting the temperature The temperature control (H) adjusts the temperature of the soleplate (E). Check the temperature instructions shown on the care label of the garment you are ironing and set the temperature control (H) to the corresponding position by lining it up with the pointer (G) on the iron: Fabric Synthetics 4. Ironing with steam The steam regulator (A) is used to adjust the amount of steam produced when ironing. Make sure that there is water in the tank (D). Adjust the temperature setting and then set the steam regulator according to the table below. Steam will automatically be produced: Temperature Setting Temperature Setting · ·· ··· Note: At a temperature setting of "·", the water is not hot enough to produce steam so the steam regulator should be set to the "0" position to avoid water dripping from the soleplate (E). Ironing with shot of steam This can be used to remove stubborn wrinkles or to press in a sharp crease. It cannot be used on a synthetic setting for delicate items. Set the temperature control (H) to the "···" or "max" position. Set the steam regulator (A) to the "2" position. Press the jet of steam (L) button on the handle repeatedly at intervals of 5 seconds. [. . . ] For improved de-scaling, heat up the iron again fully and press the shot of steam button several times in quick succession. Then wait until the remaining water has evaporated from the soleplate of the iron. Spotlight ("spotlight") Some irons in this range are equipped with a spotlight. This is useful for dim lighting conditions and makes it easier to see the creases in garments. [. . . ]