[. . . ] Lf the temperature of the hot iron drops, you can continue ironing while the iron heats up again to the set temperature. Sort laundry according to the fabric care labels and start at the lowest temperature “•”: Fig. En Thank you for buying the TDA56 steam iron from Bosch This iron has been designed according to ecological criteria, related to the sustainable development, analyzing its whole lifecycle –from material selection to its later reusing or recycling– evaluating the improvement possibilities, from a technical, economical and environmental point of view. This appliance is to be connected and used in accordance with the information stated on its characteristics plate. [. . . ] Replacing a faulty (Je nach Modell) Set the steam regulator to the position and unplug the iron from the mains!The addition of other liquids, such as perfume, will damage the appliance. Any damage caused by the use of the aforementioned products, will make the guarantee void. Do not use condensation water from tumble dryers, air conditionings or similar. To prolong the optimum steam function, 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. Depending on the model, this range is equipped with the “AntiCalc” (=component 1 + 2 + 3). Self-clean Each time you use the steam regulator, the “self-clean” system cleans the mechanism of scale deposits. Calc’nclean The “calc’nclean” 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. Nplug the iron from the mains socket, set the steam U regulator to the position and fill the water tank with water. Et the temperature selector to the “max” position and plug S in the iron. Boiling water and steam will come out, carrying scale or deposits that might be there. Hen the iron stops dripping, release the button, plug the W iron in and heat it up again until the remaining water has evaporated. 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. 8 • 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. € Try to Iron the fabrics while they are still damp and reduce the steam setting. [. . . ] The fabric-protection is used for steam-ironing delicate garments at maximum temperature without damaging them. Use of the protector also does away with the need for a cloth to prevent shine on dark materials. It is advisable to first 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 protector and press the rear of the protector upward until you hear a click. [. . . ]