TCA 5400 - Machine à café BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TCA 5400 BOSCH

Safety instructions Please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference. This appliance is designed for domestic and not commercial use. ! Risk of electric shock  Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating label. Do not use if either the the power cord or the appliance is damaged. Use indoors at room temperature only. Keep children away from the appliance. In the event of malfunction, unplug the appliance immediately. To avoid potential hazards, repairs such as replacing a damaged cord should only be performed by our service personnel. Never immerse the appliance or power cord in water. Do not reach into the grinding unit. ! Risk of scalding  The nozzle for hot water and steam 9 gets very hot. Hold the nozzle 9 by the plastic part only, not by the metal parts. Keep body parts away from the nozzle and do not aim it at yourself or anyone else. When steam or hot water is released, the nozzle 9 may initially sputter.

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Height-adjustable coffee outlet Lid for water tank Removable water tank Bean container with aroma cover Ground coffee / cleaning tablet duct Cup shelf (warming function) Sliding switch for adjusting grind Doors to brewing unit Brewing unit a Button (red) b Handle Grate Coffee grounds tray Residual water tray Float Cord storage compartment

Before using for the first time General Fill the water tank with fresh, uncarbonated water only, and if possible, use only beans for fully automatic coffee and espresso machines. Do not use coffee beans that have been glazed, caramelized or treated with other additives containing sugar, since they will block the grinding unit. Check the water hardness with the enclosed test strip. If a value other than 4 is displayed, change the setting on the appliance accordingly (see “Setting the water hardness“). Switching on the appliance ● Pull enough of the power cord out of the storage compartment and plug it into the electrical socket. ● Remove and rinse the water tank 12 and fill it with fresh cold water. Do not fill above the “max“ mark. ● Replace the water tank 12 and push it firmly downward into place. ● Fill the bean container with coffee beans. ● Set the power on/off switch 1 to I. The stand-by button a glows red. ● Make sure that the hot water/steam dial 8 is at “O“. 11

en ● Press the a button. 8 lights up on the display. When switched on for the first time, the water pipes in the appliance must be filled. ● Place a cup under the nozzle 9. ● Turn the dial 8 to g/h. Water runs into the cup. Turn the dial 8 back to O. ● The a button will now flash. The appliance rinses and heats up. The appliance is ready for use when all four buttons 4, 5, a, h and the coffee strength indicator (coffee beans) light up on the display.

i The appliance’s factory settings are

Coffee dispensing, 2 cups Lid for ground coffee duct 14 is open 7 on Ground coffee / Cleaning 5 on Mild coffee 55 on Medium-strength coffee 555 on Strong coffee 555 flashing Bean container empty S on Service: Descale/clean appliance S flashing Service programme in operation 9 on Fill water tank 12, hold cup + 8 flashing under nozzle 9 and turn dial 8 to g/h.

programmed for optimal performance. Note: If the appliance is being used for the first time or has not been operated for a prolonged period, the first cup of coffee will not have the full aroma and should not be consumed.

Controls 1 Power on/off switch The power switch 1 on the rear of the appliance switches the power supply on or off. When the power has been switched on, the a button glows red. The appliance is now in stand-by mode. Warning Do not press the power on/off switch while the appliance is operating. The appliance should only be switched off when it is in stand-by mode. 2 Dial for adjusting the amount of coffee per cup This dial 2 allows variable adjustment of the quantity of coffee from a small cup E to a large cup F. 3 Display The display uses symbols to indicate appliance settings and messages. 12

Empty trays Trays missing

4 Coffee dispensing button 4 Coffee can be brewed by pressing this button. Press once for one cup. The coffee is ground, brewed and dispensed into the cup. Button 4 flashes during this process. Press twice within 3 seconds for two cups. The coffee is ground, brewed and dispensed into the cups (the grinding and brewing process takes place twice). Button 4 flashes and 6 (2 cups) appears on the display during this process.

i If the coffee dispensing button 4 is pressed again, the coffee brewing process is terminated. 5 Coffee strength button 5 This button 5 is used to select the coffee strength: 5 mild 55 medium 555 strong The selected setting is shown on the display.

en 6 Standby button a Button a switches on the appliance or switches it to stand-by mode. When button a is pressed, the appliance heats up and button a flashes while the appliance heats up and is rinsed. When the buttons 4, 5, a and h light up and one, two or three beans (depending on the setting) appear on the display, the appliance is ready for operation. The appliance will not be rinsed if: – it was still warm when switched on, or – coffee was not discharged before it was switched to “stand-by“ mode, or – steam was discharged shortly before it was switched off. 7 Steam generation button h Button h generates steam for foaming or warming. 8 Steam dispensing dial Hot water or steam can be dispensed by turning the dial to hot water g or steam h. To dispense steam, the steam generation button h must be pressed first (see “Steam for foaming milk“).

Settings and displays Setting the water hardness It is important that the water hardness be set correctly, so that the appliance indicates accurately when the descaling programme should be run. The factory setting is a water hardness of 4. You can check the water hardness using the enclosed test strip or by asking your local water supplier. Degree Water hardness German (°dH) French (°fH) 1 2 3 4

1-7 8-15 16-23 24-30

1-13 14-27 28-42 43-54

● Determine the water hardness with the enclosed test strip. e.g.

● Switch the device to stand-by. ● Hold down the steam button h for at least 3 seconds. The number of service buttons 4, 5, a, h that light up indicate the selected water hardness. ● Press the steam button h repeatedly until the correct number of buttons is lit. ● Press button a once. The selected number of service buttons should light up briefly; this indicates that the desired water hardness setting has been saved successfully. If a water filter (special accessory) is used, the water hardness should be set to 1. Note: If no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the appliance switches to standby mode without saving the new settings. In this case, the previous water hardness setting is retained. The first time a filter is used or after changing the filter, the appliance needs to be cleaned. ● Fill the water tank up to the 0.5l mark. ● Place a suitable container (approx. 0.5 litres) under the nozzle 9. ● Turn the dial 8 to g/h. ● If no water comes out of nozzle 9, turn the dial back to O. ● Fill the water tank and water pipes (see section “Switching on the appliance”). Adjusting the grinding unit Sliding switch 16 adjusts the degree of grinding, from coarse to fine. Warning Adjust the grinding unit only while it is running! Otherwise the appliance may be damaged. ● Press the coffee dispensing button 4. 13

en ● While the grinding unit is running, move the sliding switch 16 to the desired position: the smaller the dots, the finer the grind. i The new setting will not become apparent until the second or third cup is brewed. Tip: For dark roast coffee beans, choose a coarser grind; for light roast beans, select a finer grind. Float The float 22 in the water tray 21 shows when the tray needs emptying. ● If the float 22 is clearly visible, empty the water tray 21.

Preparation This fully automatic espresso/coffee machine grinds beans freshly for each brew. If possible, use only beans for fully automatic coffee and espresso machines. Deep-freeze or store in a cool place in sealed, airtight containers. Coffee beans can be ground while frozen. Important: Fill the water tank with fresh water every day. The tank must always contain sufficient water for operating the appliance. Do not allow it to become empty. Tip: Pre-warm cups, especially small, thick espresso cups, by placing on the cup shelf 15 or rinsing with hot water.

Using coffee beans The appliance must be ready for use. ● Set the desired per-cup quantity using dial 2. ● Select the desired coffee strength using button 5. ● Place the prewarmed cup(s) under the coffee outlet 10. ● Press the coffee dispensing button 4 once for 1 cup or twice within three seconds for 2 cups. The coffee is brewed and dispensed into the cup(s). 14

Note If you select two cups, the grinding and brewing process is performed twice. ● Coffee dispensing stops automatically when the selected quantity has been dispensed. i The brewing process can be terminated by pressing the coffee dispensing button 4 again. When coffee is brewed for 2 cups, it is dispensed via two outlet nozzles (place the cups side by side).

Using ground espresso/ coffee powder The appliance must be ready for use. ● Set the desired per-cup quantity using the dial 2. ● Place the prewarmed cup(s) under the coffee outlet 10. ● Open the cover of the ground coffee duct 14. ● Add one to two level scoops of ground coffee (grind: medium-fine) to the ground coffee duct 14. Note Do not add whole beans or instant coffee! Use a maximum of two level scoops of coffee. ● Close the cover of the ground coffee duct 14. ● Press the coffee dispensing button 4. i Repeat the process if a second cup is desired. Note: If coffee is not brewed within 90 seconds, the brewing chamber is emptied automatically in order to prevent overfilling. The appliance is rinsed.

Preparing hot water The appliance must be ready for use. This function allows water to be heated for a cup of tea, for example. ! Risk of burns  The nozzle gets very hot. Do not touch the metal parts! ● Place an appropriate cup under the nozzle 9. ● Push the sleeve on the nozzle 9 all the way down. ● Turn the dial 8 to g/h. ! Risk of scalding 

When the dial 8 is set to g/h, the nozzle may sputter a little. Do not touch the nozzle 9 or aim it at anyone. ● End the process by turning the dial 8 back to O.

Steam for foaming milk The appliance must be ready for use. You can foam the milk first and add the coffee on top, or foam the milk separately and pour it into the coffee. ! Risk of burns 

The nozzle gets very hot. Do not touch the metal parts! ● Push the sleeve on the nozzle 9 all the way down. ● Fill the cup approximately 1/3 full of milk. ● Press the h button. It will start to flash. i The appliance will heat up for approx. 20 seconds. ● Immerse the nozzle 9 deep into the milk, but do not let it touch the bottom of the cup. ● When the h button lights up and 8 appears on the display, turn the dial 8 to g/h.

! Risk of scalding 

When the dial 8 is set to g/h, the nozzle 9 may sputter. Escaping steam is very hot and may cause liquids to sputter. Do not touch the nozzle 9 or aim it at anyone. ● Rotate the cup slowly until the milk is fully foamed. ● End the process by turning the dial 8 back to O. Note: When the nozzle 9 has cooled down, clean it immediately. Dried residue is difficult to remove. Tip: If possible, use cold low-fat (1.5% fat) milk.

Steam for heating drinks ! Risk of burns 

The nozzle gets very hot. Do not touch the metal parts! The appliance must be ready for use. ● Push the sleeve on the nozzle 9 all the way up. ● Press the h button. It will start to flash. i The appliance will now heat up for approx. 20 seconds. ● Immerse the nozzle 9 deep into the liquid you want to heat. ● When the h button lights up and 8 appears on the display, turn dial 8 to g/ h. ! Risk of scalding 

When the dial 8 is set to g/h, the nozzle 9 may sputter a little. Escaping steam is very hot and may cause liquid to sputter. Do not touch the nozzle 9 or aim it at anyone. ● End the process by turning the dial 8 back to O. Note: When the nozzle 9 has cooled down, clean immediately. Dried residue is difficult to remove.

Maintenance and daily cleaning ! Risk of electric shock 

Unplug the appliance before cleaning it. Never immerse the appliance in water. Do not use a steam cleaner. ● Wipe the outside of the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use scouring agents. ● Wash all removable parts by hand only. ● Rinse out the water tank 12 with water only. ● Remove, empty and clean the trays for coffee grounds 20 and residual water 21. ● Wipe out or vacuum the inside of the appliance (tray holders). Note: If the appliance is cold when switched on with the a button, or if it is set to standby after brewing coffee, it is automatically rinsed, i.e. the system cleans itself. Nozzle 9 for hot water/steam ● Unscrew the nozzle 9 from the steam pipe. ● Dismantle all parts (Fig. E). ● Clean with a caustic cleaning solution and a soft brush. Clean the tip of the nozzle 9/c with a blunt needle. ● Thoroughly rinse and dry all parts. Brewing unit The brewing unit can be removed for cleaning (Fig. D). ● Turn off the appliance with button a. ● Turn the power on/off switch 1 to 0. ● Open the door 17 to the brewing unit 18. ● Hold the red button 18a down and push the handle 18b up until you hear it engage. ● Grasp the brewing unit 18 by the handle, remove carefully, and rinse under running water. Do not use cleaning agents. Do not place in the dishwasher. ● Vacuum the inside of the appliance, or clean it with a damp cloth. ● Reinsert the brewing unit 18 all the way into the appliance. 16

● Hold the red button 18a down and push the handle 18b down as far as it goes, until you hear it engage. The brewing unit is now secure. ● Close the doors of the brewing unit.

Service programme: Combined cleaning and descaling process If an S is shown on the display while the appliance is on, the service programme must be run immediately to clean and descale the appliance. If the service programme is not run as instructed, the appliance may be damaged. Specially-developed descaling (order no. 310451) and cleaning agents (order no. 310575) are included with the appliance and can also be obtained from customer service. Warning Each time you run the service programme, you should follow the instructions for using the cleaning and descaling agents carefully. Never interrupt the descaling programme. Do not drink the liquids. Never use vinegar or vinegar-based products. Never put descaling tablets or other descaling materials into the duct for cleaning tablets.

i The S symbol flashes while the service programme is running (approx. 40 minutes). Important: If there is a filter in the water tank, it needs to be removed before the service programme is run.

en Starting the service programme ● Switch the appliance to stand-by mode using the a button. ● Hold down the coffee dispensing button 4 for at least 3 seconds. † D lights up on the display. ● Empty and reinsert the trays 20 and 21. † 7 lights up on the display. ● Open the cover of the duct 14 for ground coffee / cleaning tablets. ● Place one cleaning tablet in the duct 14 and close the cover. † 9 lights up on the display and the 4 button flashes. ● Fill the water tank with lukewarm water, add descaling agent and dissolve completely (total liquid: 0.5 litres). or ● Pour prepared descaling mixture into the water tank (total liquid: 0.5 litres). ● Press the 4 button. The descaling process begins. Duration approx. 10 minutes. The descaling solution flows into the water tray 21. † 8 flashes on the display. ● Place a suitable container (approx. 0.5 litres) under the nozzle 9. ● Set the dial 8 to g/h. The descaling process begins. Duration approx. 5 minutes. The descaling solution flows into the container.

† 8 lights up on the display. ● Turn the dial 8 to O. The cleaning process begins. Duration approx. 10 minutes. Liquid flows into tray 21 inside the appliance, then from the coffee outlet. † D lights up on the display. ● Empty, clean and re-insert the trays 20 and 21. The appliance heats up and is ready for use again when all four buttons 4, 5, a and h light up and remain lit. Important: If the service programme is interrupted, e.g. owing to a loss in power, it is vital that the water tank be emptied, rinsed and filled with fresh water before the appliance is used again. Then turn the appliance on. ● The appliance rinses, liquid flows into tray 21. † 8 flashes on the display. ● Hold a cup under the nozzle 9 and turn the knob 8 to g/h. Water runs into the cup. † 8 lights up on the display. ● Turn the knob 8 back to O. The appliance rinses and is ready for use again.

† D lights up on the display. ● Empty and reinsert the water tray 21. † 9 lights up on the display and the 4 button flashes. ● Empty and clean the water tank 12, fill with fresh water up to the “max“ mark and reinsert. ● Place a suitable container (approx. 0.5 litres) under the nozzle 9. ● Press the 4 button. The cleaning process begins. Water flows into the container. 17

In order to avoid damage through cold during transportation and storage, the appliance must be emptied completely first. The appliance must be ready for use. ● Remove, empty, and replace water tank. ● Place a large, narrow container under nozzle 9. ● Press h button. ● As soon as 8 lights up on display, turn dial 8 to g/h. The appliance will release steam for a while. ● When nozzle 9 stops releasing steam, turn dial back to ‘O’. ● Turn off the appliance.

The guarantee conditions for this appliance are as defined by our representative in the country in which it is sold. Details regarding these conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was pur­ chased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.

A This appliance is labelled in accordance with the European Directive 2002/96/EG relating to waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE. The directive provides the framework for the EU-wide take-back and disposal of end-of-life appliances. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.

Right of modification reserved.

555 flashing when bean container is full.

The grinding unit is not yet full enough.

Press coffee dispensing button 4 again

No hot water or steam discharge.

Nozzle 9 is blocked.

Foam insufficient or too runny.

Sleeve b on nozzle 9 not in correct position.

Push down sleeve b on nozzle 9.

Milk not suitable for foaming Use cold low-fat (1.5% fat) milk. Coffee dispensing slows to a trickle.

Coffee is ground too fine. Pre-ground coffee is too fine.

Adjust the grinding unit to a coarser setting. Use a more coarselyground coffee.

Coffee not dispensed.

Water tank not filled or not correctly positioned.

Fill water tank and make sure it is in the right position. If necessary, fill water pipes (see section “Switching on the appliance”).

Coffee has no ”crema” (creamy foam).

Unsuitable type of coffee. Beans no longer fresh.

Change type of coffee used. Use fresh beans.

Degree of grinding inappropriate for beans.

Optimize degree of grinding.

Grinding unit does not grind the beans.

Beans are not falling into the grinding unit (beans too oily).

Gently tap the bean container.

Grinding unit makes a loud noise.

Foreign objects in the grinding unit (e.g. grit, which can be found even in superior types of coffee).

Call the hotline. Note: The appliance can still be used to make preground coffee.

Stand-by button a and steam button h flash alternately.

The brewing unit 18 is missing, or is not properly inserted or secured.

Insert and secure the brewing unit 18.

If problems cannot be eliminated, always call the hotline.