Safety and Care Guide
Please read all these notes before operating
your kettle to ensure safe operation.
6Do not touch the body of the kettle when it is hot. Always hold the appliance by the handle when using it.
6Always ensure the lid is closed when in use. Failure to close the lid will prevent the thermostat from switching off and cause the kettle to boil dry.
6Keep the appliance well away from hot surfaces, and objects that can be damaged by heat.
6Ensure there is adequate room to operate the kettle and that steam can escape safely.
6Avoid contact with the steam from the spout when the water is boiling or just after it has switched off.
6Be careful when opening the lid for re-filling when the kettle is hot.
6Ensure that the kettle cannot fall into water.
6Do not fill or pour water from the kettle while it is on the base.
6Disconnect the kettle at the mains supply before filling or emptying the jug, before cleaning any of its components, and when it is not in use.
6Do not immerse the connecting cord in water or other liquids.
6Do not allow liquids to come into contact with the base of the kettle, its base or the connecting cord.
6Do not let the connecting cord overhang the edge of the work surface or allow it to touch hot surfaces or sources of heat or flame.
6If any part of this appliance is damaged or malfunctions in any way, or the connecting cord or mains plug is broken do not continue to use it. Seek expert assistance.
6Parents must warn children not to touch hot appliance parts.
6This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
6Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
GENERAL OPERATING CAUTIONS
6Do not place the power base unit on a metal tray or metal surface when plugged into any power source.
6This appliance is for indoor domestic use only. Do not use it outdoors
6This kettle jug and power base form an integral appliance. Do not use other kettle jugs with this power base, or this kettle jug with other bases.
6The switch on this appliance must be readily operable at all times. Do not hinder its operation by
incorrect placement or by placing obstacles that may restrict its free movement.
CLEANING THE KETTLE
6Exterior and base; Switch off and unplug the kettle before cleaning. Wipe the appliance clean with a damp cloth.
DESCALING
In hard water areas furring or lime deposits may result in increased boiling time and affect the kettle operation. If this deposit is not removed it can cause damage to the kettle. The scale can be removed by using an appropriate descaler available from Tesco and hardware stores or chemists. Follow the instructions with the descaler. After descaling boil the kettle several times with fresh water before use. Do not descale too often as this may shorten the life of the element. Thoroughly clean the exterior of your kettle to remove any traces of descaler; failure to do so may damage it.
Do not immerse any part of this appliance in water or other liquid when cleaning the appliance and never use any abrasive cleaners or scourers.
STORAGE
Excess cord can be stowed by feeding the cord into the storage cavity in the base of the unit. When not in use the kettle should be stored on its base out of the reach of children and pets.
KNOW YOUR KETTLE
1Spout
2Lid
3Lid Release
4Measuring Scale
5Handle
6ON/OFF Switch
7Kettle Base
GETTING STARTED
Unpack your kettle and any accessories carefully. Retain the packaging so that you can transport the appliance safely. If you dispose of it please do so with regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
Before using your kettle:
Check that the voltage marked on the rating plate under the kettle base matches your mains voltage.
Please read all the instructions in this User Guide with particular reference to the safety notes.
Before first use or after storage:
Fill the kettle with fresh water, boil it and then pour away the boiled water. Repeat this two or three times. The kettle is now ready for use.
USING THE KETTLE
Separate the kettle from the base.
Ensure that the mains socket is switched off at the wall. Lead the power cord out through one of the recesses in the base. Place the kettle base on a stable level surface and connect the power cord to the wall socket. Excess cord may be safely stowed by feeding it carefully into the stowage compartment in the base.
Press the lid release to open the lid. Do not use force!
Pour away previously boiled water and use fresh water to fill the kettle.
Fill the kettle carefully. The water level must always cover the lowest mark on the gauge (0.75 litres). Do NOT fill the kettle above the MAX mark (1.7 litres) or boiling water may be ejected. If you cannot see the water level through the scale, the level is incorrect.
Close the lid firmly to ensure it shuts fully.
Position the filled kettle correctly on the power base.
Switch on the power at the wall socket. Press the ON/OFF switch DOWN. The switch will illuminate showing the kettle is operational.
When the water has boiled, the kettle will switch off automatically. You can stop the boiling at any time by lifting the switch up.
To re-boil, depress the switch again. If the water is very hot, it may be necessary to wait a few seconds before the switch can be reset.
Always ensure the lid is fully closed and never lift it while the kettle is boiling or you run the risk of scalding. If the lid is left open while boiling, the automatic cut-out will not operate and you may boil the kettle dry.
After boiling, switch off the appliance at the mains.
The kettle may now be safely removed from its base and the boiled water poured out. Always take care to pour boiling water slowly and carefully without tipping the kettle too quickly.
After use, replace the kettle on its base.
