Braun 3214 manual Setting into operation, Automatic cut-off feature, Cleaning, Descaling

Setting into operation

1a Fill the kettle through the spout with the lid closed, or: 1b Press the lid release button (c), open the lid, fill with water and close the lid again (due to safety reasons

the kettle will not work with the lid open).

2Place the kettle on the dry base and plug in the base.

3Press the on/off switch (d), the pilot light will come on (do not open the lid when the kettle is switched on).

4When the water has boiled, the kettle automatically switches off.

You may also stop the heating procedure at any time by pressing the on/off switch (d).

Automatic cut-off feature

The kettle switches off when ...

–the water has boiled,

–it contains no water

(in case of accidental switching on),

–the lid is opened,

–it is taken off the base.

If the scale filter is not installed, the automatic cut-off will be delayed.

Cleaning

•Always unplug the appliance and allow cooling down before cleaning.

•Never clean the appliance under running water, nor immerse it in water. Clean the exterior surfaces of the kettle with a damp cloth only. Small amounts of dish- washing liquids may be used. Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleaners. Never use any solvents such as alcohol, gasoline or benzene.

•The removable scale filter can be cleaned with a soft brush; do not use a metal brush. The scale filter is dishwasher-proof.

Subject to change without notice.

This product conforms to the European Directives EMC 2004/108/EC and Low Voltage 2006/95/EC.

Please do not dispose of the product in the household waste at the end of its useful life. Disposal can take place at Braun Service Centre or at appropriate collection points provided in your country.

Guarantee

We grant 2 years guarantee on the product commencing on the date of purchase. Within the guarantee period we will eliminate, free of charge, any defects in the appliance resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, either by repairing or replacing the complete appliance as we may choose.

This guarantee extends to every country where this appliance is supplied by Braun or its appointed distributor.

This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper use, normal wear or use as well as defects that have a negligible effect on the value or operation of the appli- ance. The guarantee becomes void if repairs are under- taken by unauthorised persons and if original Braun parts are not used.

To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or send the complete appliance with your sales receipt to an authorised Braun Customer Service Centre.

For UK only:

This guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law.

Descaling

•In order to extend the lifetime of the kettle, it should be descaled regularly.

•Boil 0.8 l water in the kettle.

•Important: Switch off the kettle and add 0.4 l house- hold vinegar (4-5% acid ). Do not boil the contents as it may cause spilling being a danger of scalding.

•Let the mix of water and vinegar sit in the kettle over- night.

•Empty the kettle and rinse the inside thoroughly with fresh water. Fill the kettle with fresh water and boil it.

•Empty the kettle and rinse it again with fresh water.

•If the kettle still contains scale, repeat this procedure.

•To remove any scale from the scale filter, you may soak it in diluted vinegar.

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