Styline TKA8A053 - Coffee maker BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Programmable filter coffee maker
Brand	Bosch
Model	Styline TKA8A053
Dimensions (H x W x D)	355 x 260 x 250 mm
Approximate weight	2.5 kg
Power supply	220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz
Power	1160 W
Water tank capacity	1.375 L (approx. 10 cups)
Thermal carafe capacity	Approx. 8 cups
Minimum water quantity	3 cups (approx. 375 ml)
Main functions	Delayed programming (timer), automatic shut-off (auto-off), automatic descaling, water level indicator, anti-drip device
Carafe type	Thermal carafe (model TKA8A68) or glass carafe (model TKA863)
Filter	Paper filter 1x4
Care and cleaning	Do not immerse the machine; water tank and filter holder can be rinsed under running water; glass carafe dishwasher-safe (TKA863), thermal carafe hand wash only
Descaling	Automatic program with "calc" indicator light; use a commercial descaling agent
Safety	Automatic shut-off after brewing, burn protection, anti-drip system, shutdown in case of fault
Spare parts and repairability	Parts available via Bosch customer service; repairs only by an authorized professional
General information	Multilingual manual available at notice-facile.com; warranty according to retailer's terms

Frequently Asked Questions - Styline TKA8A053 BOSCH

How to program the machine to brew coffee at a set time?

First set the time using the h and min buttons. Then hold down the prog button, set the desired start time, and release prog. A small clock will display to confirm activation. Fill the water tank and coffee, place the carafe, and brewing will start automatically at the programmed time.

What to do if the 'calc' indicator lights up?

The calc indicator indicates that descaling is needed. Make sure the machine is on, fill the tank with a commercial descaler (max 6 cups), then hold down the calc button for at least 2 seconds. The program lasts about 30 minutes. Once complete, run two cycles with fresh water without coffee.

Can I put the glass carafe in the dishwasher?

Yes, for model TKA863, the glass carafe and its lid are dishwasher safe. For model TKA8A68 with thermal carafe, do not put it in the dishwasher; clean it by hand with a damp cloth.

Does the machine shut off automatically after brewing?

Yes, the auto off function is enabled by default. For model TKA863, the machine switches to Economy mode after about 40 minutes; for model TKA8A68, after a few minutes. You can deactivate this function if desired.

How many cups can I brew at maximum?

With the 1.375 L water tank, you can brew up to about 10 cups (one cup = 125 ml). For the thermal carafe of model TKA8A68, the capacity is about 8 cups.

Why is my coffee too cold or flowing slowly?

This may be due to heavy scaling. Descale the machine as instructed. Also check that the anti-drip device is not clogged: rinse it under running water while activating the mechanism with your finger.

Can I use ground coffee other than medium grind?

It is recommended to use a medium grind (about 6 g per cup). A grind that is too fine could clog the filter, and too coarse would result in weak coffee. Follow recommendations for optimal results.

How to clean the removable water tank?

Remove the tank and rinse it under running water. Do not use hard brushes or abrasive products. Do not put it in the dishwasher. You can clean it with a vinegar solution if necessary.

What to do if the time display flashes after a power outage?

The appliance retains settings for about 4 days in case of a power outage. If the display flashes, it means the time has been lost. Press the h and min buttons simultaneously to reset the time. The program will need to be reset.

Where can I find spare parts for this coffee maker?

Contact Bosch customer service at 0 892 698 010 (€0.40/min) or the spare parts service at 0 892 698 009. You can also visit www.bosch-home.fr to order accessories and original parts.

USER MANUAL Styline TKA8A053 BOSCH

Filter coffee machine

TKA863. TKA8A68.

[en] Instruction manual Filter coffee machine 8

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Sicherheitshinweise

Please read and follow the operating instructions carefully and keep them for later reference. Enclose these instructions when you give this appliance to someone else. This appliance is intended for domestic use only.

⚠️Danger of electric shock!

Only use the appliance indoors at room temperature and up to 2000 m above sea level. The appliance may only be connected to a power supply with alternating current via a correctly installed socket with earthing. Ensure that the protective conductor system of the domestic supply has been correctly installed.

Connect and operate the appliance only according to the type plate specifications. To avoid potential hazards, repairs such as replacing a damaged cable must only be carried out by our customer service personnel.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Keep children under 8 years of age away from the appliance and connecting cable and do not allow them to use the appliance. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

Avoid spillage on the connector.

Never immerse the appliance or mains cable in water.

Never leave the appliance unattended while it is switched on!

Use only if power cord and appliance show no signs of damage.

Should a fault occur, pull the plug or disconnect from the mains immediately.

⚠️Risk of burns and fire!

A misuse of the appliance can potentially lead to injury. During operation of the appliance the temperature of exposed surfaces may become very high. During operation only grasp the parts of the appliance and the glass jug by the handles provided.

Do not place the appliance on or near hot surfaces, e.g. hobs. Avoid spatters of grease as the plastic may be damaged.

Never cover the parking zone for the jug. After the use the heating element surfaces and warming plate can be subjected to residual heat.

The appliance gets hot. Never operate the appliance in a cupboard.

⚠️Risk of suffocation!

Do not allow children to play with packaging material.

Caution! Cleaning surfaces which come into contact with foodstuffs!

Please note the special information on cleaning in the instructions.

Congratulations on purchasing this Bosch appliance. You have acquired a high-quality product that will bring you a lot of enjoyment.

This instruction manual describes two models:

TKA863.
Model with glass carafe
TKA8A68.
Model with thermos carafe

Parts and operating controls

1 Water tank with fill level indicator (removable)
2 Water tank cover (removable)
3 Filter housing (swivelling)
4 Filter holder (dishwasher-safe)
5 Drip stop
6 TKA863. Glass carafe with lid (dishwasher-safe)
TKA8A68. Thermos carafe with lid

7 ON/OFF switch ①

8 Low water indicator

9 start button

10 Descale button with indicator calc
11 Cable storage compartment
12 Clock
13 Programming button h
14 Programming button min
15 prog button
16 Display (automatic switch-off) auto off

TKA863. only

17 Hotplate

TKA8A68. only

18 Release switch (on carafe handle)

General information

■ Fill water tank with clean, cold water only. Never add milk or beverages such as tea or coffee since this will damage the appliance.
■ Never fill water tank above the marking "8 ☐" (TKA8A68.) or "10 ☐" (TKA863.).
■ Use coffee with a medium grind (approx. 6 g per cup).

■ Do not brew less than the minimum amount of three cups since the coffee will not have the desired strength and temperature (1 cup = approx. 125 ml).
■ Never remove the carafe while the machine is brewing coffee since this may cause the filter holder to overflow.
■ Make sure that carafe's lid is closed when you place the carafe on the coffee machine.
■ Do not use other carafes since the special drip protector will block the coffee from flowing into the receptacle.
■ Some water accumulation on the filter holder is normal; it does not indicate that the coffee machine is defective.

Before using for the first time

■ Remove any stickers or film.
■ Pull enough of the power cable out of the storage compartment and plug in.

■ Press ON/OFF switch ①; the display flashes.
■ Set the current time by pressing button h for the hour and button min for the minute.

Note: You can change the time. Press buttons h and min simultaneously and set the correct time.

■ To clean, fill water tank with 6 cups of water and replace it. Press the start button; cleaning program starts.
■ Repeat the cleaning process.

Note: You may notice a “new machine” smell; this is normal. If this is the case, fill with a vinegar solution (1 cup of vinegar for 5 cups of water) and run the cleaning program. Next, rinse the machine twice with 6 cups of water.

■ Clean the carafe thoroughly.

Brewing coffee

■ Remove the water tank, fill it with water and replace it.
■ Flip out the filter housing.
■ Insert a 1x4 paper filter in the filter holder and add the desired amount of coffee.

■ Flip back the filter housing until it engages.
■ Place the carafe with the lid closed under the filter housing.

■ Press button start to begin the brewing process.
■ At the same time, the auto off function is activated; the display lights up.

TKA863. only

Info: The appliance has an automatic auto off (power save) function, which switches the appliance to power-saving mode around 40 minutes after the brewing process is complete.

TKA8A68. only

Info: The appliance has an automatic auto off (power save) function, which switches the appliance to power-saving mode a few minutes after the brewing process is complete.

Tip: If you rinse out the thermos carafe with hot water before use, the coffee will stay warm even longer.

Important: When the brewing process is complete, wait a moment until all the coffee has run through the filter and into the carafe.

Let the machine cool down for five minutes before brewing a fresh pot.

Timer function

This coffee machine is equipped with a timer. It lets you set the time at which the machine will automatically start the brewing process.
The timer works only if the machine is turned on or in power-save mode.

■ The clock must be set to the correct current time.

■ Press and hold down the button prog while programming the timer (Fig. a).
■ Use button h to set the hour and button min to set the minute at which you want the brewing to start (Figs. b and c).
■ Release button prog to save the start time. The display shows a little clock to indicate that the timer function is activated.
■ Fill the machine with water and coffee as usual and place the carafe under the filter housing.

■ The brewing process will start automatically at the set time; the little clock disappears.

Note: To check the programmed time, press and hold down the button prog.

Turning the timer function on/off

Press button prog. If the little clock lights up, the timer function is on. If the little clock turns off, the timer function is off.

Note: If you turn off the coffee machine with ON/OFF switch ① or the power supply is interrupted (plug not plugged in, power failure), the clock and timer settings will be stored for approximately four days. If the power interruption lasts longer, you must reset the clock.

Tip: If you do not use the appliance for a longer period of time, turn it off with ON/OFF switch ①.

Low water indicator

This coffee machine senses if the water volume in the water tank is low (less than approx. 4 cups). If the water level is low,

lights up and the machine automatically increases the brewing time. This ensures that the coffee retains its ideal flavour.

Thermos carafe

TKA8A68. only

Important: Never use the carafe for keeping dairy products or baby food warm, because bacteria may form. Do not heat the carafe in the microwave or in a regular oven.

Never use the carafe to store or transport carbonated beverages. Carefully rinse the carafe after each use.

To keep the lid from permanently vacuum-sealing itself shut, it was designed to not close hermetically. Since the thermos carafe may leak, you should always store and transport it in an upright position. The thermos carafe holds approximately 8 cups.

The lid of the thermos carafe can be opened with the release switch.

■ Open lid (Fig. d)
■ Close lid (Fig. e)
■ Remove lid (Fig. f)

Coffee-making tips

Store ground coffee in a cool place; you can also freeze it. Once a package of coffee has been opened, close it tightly to maintain its aroma.

How the coffee beans are roasted affects their taste and aroma.

Darker roast = more flavour

Lighter roast = more acidity

Cleaning

Never immerse the device in water or place it in the dishwasher! Don't steam-clean the appliance. Unplug the appliance before cleaning it.

■ Clean all parts that came into contact with coffee after each use.
- Clean the coffee machine's exterior with a damp cloth; do not use strong or abrasive cleaning agents.
- Clean the water tank under running water; don't use a firm brush.

TKA863. only

■ The glass carafe and its lid are dishwasher-safe.

TKA8A68. only

■ Rinse out the thermos carafe and lid and wipe its exterior clean with a damp cloth. Do not submerse the carafe in the dishwater or place it in the dishwasher.

Tip: Stubborn water deposits can be removed with a solution of baking soda, dishwasher powder or effervescent denture cleaning tablets.

■ To prevent bad odors and bacteria from forming, store the thermos carafe with the lid open.

Descaling

This appliance is equipped with an automatic descaling indicator. If calc indicator lights up, the machine needs to be descaled.

Regular descaling

■ makes your appliance last longer,
■ ensures proper function,
■ prevents excessive steam,
■ speeds up the brewing process,
■ saves energy.

Descale the machine with a commercial descaling agent.

■ The appliance must be switched on.
■ Make sure that carafe's lid is closed when you place the carafe on the coffee machine.
- Prepare the descaling solution according to the manufacturer's instructions and pour it into the water tank.

Warning: Do not fill with more than 6 cups.

■ Press and hold down the button descale calc for at least 2 seconds. The descaling process starts.

■ The program interrupts the process several times for a few minutes in order to let the descaling agent penetrate the deposits. The entire descaling process takes about 30 minutes. When the program is running, the display calc will blink.

■ When the descaling process is complete, the display calc will no longer light up. Operate the machine twice using clean water, without coffee. Do not fill the tank with more than 6 cups of water.

■ Carefully rinse all removable parts and the carafe.

Troubleshooting

The machine takes noticeably longer or switches itself off before the brewing process is complete.

– The machine needs descaling.

■ Descale the machine as per the instructions. To start the descaling program, press and hold button calc for at least two seconds.

Tip: If your water is very hard, descale the coffee machine more frequently than requested by the calc indicator.

The drip stop leaks.

– It needs to be cleaned.

■ Clean drip stop (in filter holder) under running water while cleaning it several times with your finger.

Technical data

Electrical connection 22	0-240 V~50/60 Hz
Power TKA863. 1160 W
	TKA8A68. 1100 W
Appliance height 355 mm
Appliance width 260 mm
Appliance depth 250 mm
Tank capacity TKA863.	1.375 L
	TKA8A68. 1.1 L

Disposal

Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendly manner. This appliance is labelled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronic equipment – WEEE). The guideline determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the EU. Please ask your specialist retailer about current disposal facilities.

Guarantee

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 purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.

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