Bosch VarioComfort I6 Series Operating Instructions Manual page 25

Problem
Dirt comes out
through the
soleplate.
The "Calc'nClean"
indicator light (3)
does not turn off.
The ironed
garment turns a
dark colour and/or
sticks to the
soleplate.
The appliance
makes a pumping
sound.
Loss of pressure
during ironing.
Water spots
appear on the
garment during
ironing.
The hose gets hot
during use.
Water leakage
from the boiler.
The "Water tank
empty" indicator
light (4) comes on.
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* Model dependent
Possible causes
1. There is a build up of
limescale or minerals in the
boiler and iron.
2. Chemical products or
additives have been used.
1. The iron descaling process
has been stopped before
being completed.
1. The selected temperature is
too high and has damaged
the garment.
1. Water is being pumped into
the steam tank.
2. The sound does not stop.
1. The steam release button
has been activated for too
long a period of time,
meaning it has been pressed
too frequently.
1. May be caused by steam
condensed on the ironing
board.
1. This is normal. It is caused
by the steam passing
through the hose during
steam ironing.
1. Boiler cap (9) is loose.
1. The water tank is empty or
not correctly fitted onto the
appliance.
Solution
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. Select a suitable temperature
for the material being ironed
and clean the soleplate with a
damp cloth.
1. This is normal.
2. If the sound does not stop, do
not use the steam station and
contact an authorised
technical service centre.
1. Use the steam release button
at intervals.
1. Wipe the textile cover of the
ironing board, and iron any
water drops to dry them.
1. Place the hose on the
opposite side so that you do
not touch the hose during
ironing.
1. Tighten the cap.
1. Fill the water tank or fit it
correctly.
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