DIY Bosch Iron Repair

Bosch rarely markets simple models. Almost all devices work on a couple and many of them are wireless. The products of this manufacturer are very common and differs mainly in excellent quality. But everything has its own expiration date, so some users after a while ask the question: how to repair the Bosch iron with your own hands? To answer this question you should go into some interesting details and figure it out. This is what we will do in this article.

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What is an iron?

What is it? Even if you begin to consider old models, you can distinguish the following components:

1. Enclosure with integrated regulator.
2. Base (sole).
3. Spiral element.
4. Electric circuits and connections.

The classic device has two removable parts - a sole and a back wall.

Which place might be causing problems? The main faults are connected with the device cable. To determine such a problem, you need to use a multimeter.

Important! We do not recommend using little-known testers from China.

Rotate and push on the elements, evaluate the performance. Unscrew the fixing elements and gain access to the heating element of the device. Modern models are equipped with the following components:

1. Capacity for liquid.
2. Sprayer of this same liquid.

The tank in different models can be located in different places. The second component is located on the “nose” of the iron. The principle of operation of the device is as follows:

1. The sole reaches a certain temperature.
2. There is an automatic water supply.
3. Water turns into steam and is thrown by pressing a special key.

If everything is clear with the general principles, then you should understand how to fix the iron with your own hands, as well as highlight the main types of breakdowns. Also, find outhow to clean the iron at home from soot. 

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Major issues

Newer models of irons can have a large number of components, but, as we figured out, each of them will have four familiar details. The most common malfunctions concern these components:

1. The sole refuses to heat up. Perhaps the device needs urgent repair of the fuse or thermostat. The first can suffer from a gap in the contacts, and in the second they can oxidize.
2. The device does not turn on. As mentioned above, many problems are associated with the power cable. But do not forget about the thermostat, which with clogged holes will not go far - you can not do without cleaning.
3. The temperature regulator has failed, which makes it difficult to change operating modes.

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Disassembly

How to disassemble a Bosch iron? In order to understand what to do next, you need to learn how to disassemble the device:

1. Find the screw on the back wall, unscrew it and remove the cover.
2. Search the enclosure for hidden locks or tabs. If any, gently pry them with a sharp object.
3. Remove the remaining screws and remove the container.
4. After dismantling the tank, inspect the entire internal structure of the device.
5. Unscrew a few screws on the protective cover and gain access to the wiring diagram.

Important! We recommend disassembling the device only if a warranty repair has already been carried out. If this is the first experience, it is better to contact the workshop for the help of specialists.

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Repair

How to repair a Bosch iron? In most cases, it is enough to get rid of “pollution”.

Cleaning:

• After disassembling the device, it is necessary to remove the sole, blow it off with a vacuum cleaner and clean it with a small brush in order to remove dust and fine litter.
• Next, you need to place the component in a bowl with water and vinegar or citric acid.

Important! For one liter of water, it is recommended to add one glass of vinegar.

• Directly with the container put on fire, heat the bowl and boil the sole for five minutes. Repeat this procedure 3-5 times.

Important! Instead of water and vinegar, you can use a special anti-scale product designed for pots and teapots. After the manipulations have been done, the device is left to dry and awaits verification within 24 hours.

It will be much more difficult to get rid of scale if the device is working on steam. Here, most likely, the problem is that the condensate holes are clogged.

Specialists give the following tips:

• Use a cotton swab. Slide it into the holes and make a few translational movements. You can also moisten it in an alcohol solution.
• Sprinkle salt on a cotton cloth and iron with an iron.

Important! This proven method quickly brings stainless steel soles to life.

• If work does not go well with a ceramic or Teflon element, immediately go to a service center. This work is within the power of any workshop.
• If the temperature regulator, fuse or other component fails, then try to clean them from oxidized compounds with alcohol.

We have prepared an article that you will understand by readinghow to clean the iron from scale inside at home. 

Components

What should I do if the components of the device do not demonstrate their former performance? Try the following:

• Check the power cable. If the wire is broken, we recommend that you find a replacement for it.
• After disassembling, remove all wires. Check the operation of the thermostat by turning it several times in different directions. If in the extreme position the click is triggered, the problem is not in it.
• If there is no click, short-circuit the conductors so that the device stops turning off. You can also find a replacement for the old component.

Important! The first way is much faster and more economical, but the second will bring more reliability.

• Use the most common soldering iron to solder the part. This tool is useful for mounting a new element.

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Repairing an iron at home is an extremely useful skill, since everyone has such devices at home. Do not rush to throw away the equipment if it refuses to work, because some problems are solved very quickly.