5
English
Thank youfor purchasing a KRUPS kettle. Read the instructions that apply to most of our models carefully and keep
them at hand.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed:
1. Readall instructions. When reading, please refer to the page of illustrations to
relate the pictures and text. The appliance should be used strictly in
accordance with these instructions.
2. Donot touch hot surfaces. High temperatures are generated during use which
could cause burns. Always lift the kettle byhandle.
3. To prevent fire, electric shock and injury, do not immerse cord, plugs, base or
kettle in water or other liquids.
4. Closesupervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Please use and keep the kettle and its supply cordout of the reach of children.
Warn other users, especially children, of the possible dangers (eg. escaping
steam, hot water, hot lid, etc).
5. Donot leave appliance unattended while in use. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before cleaning. Allowto cool before putting on or taking off parts,
and before cleaning the appliance.
6. Do not operateany appliance which has been damaged in any way or has a
defective cord or plug. Return it to the nearest authorized service centerfor
examination, repair or adjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may resultin fire, electric shock or injury.
8. Donot use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
12. To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove the plug from the wall
outlet.
13. Do not place the base of your kettle in a metal tray. If water spills over into
the tray, and a build-up occurs, it could become dangerous to touch.
14. Position the kettleto the rear of work surfaces to prevent over-hanging of the
power cord. Water can remain hot fora considerable time after boiling and
can present a scald hazard.
15. Before pouring, wait until the kettle has stopped boiling and then pour
steadily. If the kettle is tipped too much, the lid may falloff or open.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Notice nafta US.qxp:Nafta-usa 8/07/09 11:00 Page 5