Trouble shooting
Problem
The iron begins
to smoke when
switched on.
The iron does not
produce any
steam.
Dirt comes out
through the
soleplate.
The
"Calc'nClean"
indicator light (1)
does not turn off.
The appliance
makes a pumping
sound.
The iron
produces little
steam.
If the above tips do not solve the problem, get in touch
with our customer service.
You can download this manual from the Bosch local
homepages.
* Model dependent
Possible causes
1. During first use: certain
components on the
appliance have been lightly
greased at the factory and
may produce a small
amount of smoke when
initially heated.
1. During first use, water has
not filled the hose (4)
completely.
2. The "Calc'nClean" indicator
light (1) will flash. The
descaling process has not
been completed.
1. There is a build-up of lime
scale or minerals in the iron.
2. Chemical products or
additives have been used.
1. The iron descaling process
has been stopped before
being completed.
1. Water is being pumped into
the iron.
2. The water tank is empty.
1. The iron has been switched
on recently.
Solution
1. This is completely normal
and will stop after a short
while.
1. Press and hold the steam
release button (12) until
steam comes out.
2. Perform a cleaning cycle
(see the "Descaling process"
section).
1. Carry out a cleaning cycle
(see the "Descaling process"
section).
2. Never add products to the
water (see the "Filling the
water tank" section).
Clean the soleplate with a
damp cloth.
1. Restart and complete the
iron descaling process.
1. This is normal.
2. Fill the water tank.
1. It is normal, the iron
produces steam gradually
until it is stabilized.
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