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13. Do not use for other than heating water. Other liquids or food will contaminate the interior and void warranty. 14. Do not allow kettle to boil dry. 15. To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Other Consumer Safety Information This appliance is intended for household use only. To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit with the kettle. The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the kettle. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over. wWARNING Burn Hazard • Use extreme caution when carrying kettle containing hot water. • Do not pour in the direction of people or over people. 2 22 840152800 ENv04.qxd 6/22/06 3:55 PM Page 3 Parts and Features 1. Lid 2. Anti-Scale Mesh Filter (inside spout) 3. Power Base 4. Power Switch I = ON O = OFF Using Your Electric Kettle BEFORE FIRST USE: Fill kettle to MAX indicator on water level window and bring to a boil until kettle shuts off automatically. Discard water and repeat. Rinse out kettle 2 or 3 times. The kettle is now ready for use. 1. Remove from power base before filling. 2. Fill kettle with required amount of water. Ensure that water level is between MIN and MAX on the water level indicator. If using the mesh filter, it must be in place. 3. Make sure that the lid is in place and the power base is on a level surface. If lid is not in place, auto shut-off will not operate. 4. Plug into outlet and turn on ( l ). 5. The kettle will switch off (O) automatically when the water has boiled. (Remember, the surface of the kettle gets hot; take care–only grip the kettle by the handle). 6. After use, unplug kettle and empty. NOTE: Use water only in the kettle. If used for foods or beverage such as tea or coffee, the warranty will be voided. wWARNING Burn Hazard If kettle is overfilled, boiling water may spit out of the spout. If Heating Element Discolors It is normal for stainless steel heating elements to discolor. This does not affect the performance of the kettle. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleaners as this may damage the stainless steel surface. 3 33 840152800 ENv04.qxd 6/22/06 3:55 PM Page 4 Using Your Electric Kettle (cont.) Cordless Kettle • For general operation see “Using Your • After use, the kettle may be left on Electric Kettle.” the base but we recommend you unplug the cord from the outlet. • After filling the kettle with water, it should be placed on the base so that it is correctly engaged. If Your Kettle Boils Dry The heating element is protected by 1 11. .. Turn the kettle OFF, unplug the kettle two automatic safety devices. If your and wait about 20 minutes for the kettle is accidentally switched on element to cool down. without being filled with water, or is 2 22. .. Refill the kettle, then use as normal allowed to boil dry, the kettle will and check that the kettle functions automatically switch off. You should: correctly. If Your Kettle Does Not Work Make these simple checks before calling the toll-free customer assistance number: • Have you switched the power switch button to ON ( l ll ) position? • If the kettle heats but does not boil, it might need descaling. Anti-Scale Mesh Filter • Has the kettle been accidentally switched on without being filled with water or allowed to boil dry? Turn the kettle OFF, wait 20 minutes and try again. • Is the kettle cord firmly plugged into the outlet and the kettle firmly seated in the base? Scale is caused by lime and calcium in hard water. The mesh filter will prevent these suspended particles from being poured out of the kettle. The filter should be cleaned periodically to ensure optimum performance. To clean the filter, unplug kettle and allow to cool. The mesh filter may be removed by pressing inward through the spout with a finger. Rinse filter under running water and brush with a soft brush. An old, clean toothbrush works well. 4 44 840152800 ENv04.qxd 6/22/06 3:55 PM Page 5 Cleaning Your Kettle 1 11 . .. With kettle unplugged, empty any 3 33 . .. Wipe the exterior of kettle with a remaining water and rinse. Allow damp cloth. Do not use abrasive kettle to cool. The mesh filter may be scouring pads or powders as they removed by pressing inward through may scratch the smooth surface of the spout with a finger. The filter will the kettle. drop into kettle cavity. To insert the filter into the spout, position the filter with tabs toward spout and press filter until it fits into place. 2 22 . .. To avoid scale/lime deposit build-up, empty kettle after each use. wWARNING Electrical Shock ...
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