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Using Your Electric Kettle (cont.)
Cordless Kettle
•For general operation see “Using Your Electric Kettle.”
•After filling the kettle with water, it should be placed on the base so that it is correctly engaged.
•After use, the kettle may be left on the base but we recommend you unplug the cord from the outlet.
If Your Kettle Boils Dry
The heating element is protected by two automatic safety devices. If your kettle is accidentally switched on without being filled with water, or is allowed to boil dry, the kettle will automatically switch off. You should:
1.Turn the kettle OFF, unplug the kettle and wait about 20 minutes for the element to cool down.
2.Refill the kettle, then use as normal and check that the kettle functions correctly.
If Your Kettle Does Not Work
Make these simple checks before calling the
•Have you switched the power switch button to ON ( l ) position?
•If the kettle heats but does not boil, it might need descaling.
•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?
Anti-Scale Mesh Filter
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.
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