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PRIOR TO FIRST USE
Before using the kettle for the first time (or following a long period without use), the kettle should be boiled 3 times.
1.Read the safety instructions through carefully.
2.Ensure that the cord is fully extended.
3.Fill the kettle with water until the water level reaches the maximum filling level of 1.5 litres.
4.Switch on the kettle by pressing the on/off button (5) “1”.
5.Pour out the water once it has boiled.
6.Repeat the process described under points 3- 5 three times.
USING THE KETTLE
1.Pour fresh water into the kettle. The kettle must contain at least 0.5 l and no more than 1.5 l.
2.Place the kettle on its base (7), which should be placed on a fixed, flat surface.
3.Switch the kettle on by pressing the on/off button (5) “1”.
The indicator light (4) will now light up and the water will boil within a few minutes, depending on the amount of water in the kettle. If you want to interrupt the boiling, you can do this at any time by pressing the on/off button (5) “0” or by lifting the kettle from its base (7).
When the water is boiling, the kettle will automatically switch off thanks to the integrated thermostat. The indicator light goes off and the on/off button returns to the original position.
LIMESCALE FILTER
This kettle is equipped with a removable limescale filter (8) that filters larger pieces of limescale when water is poured from the kettle. The filter is located at the front by the pouring spout.
•Make sure you remove the filter regularly to clean any limescale deposits from it.
•Then refit the filter.
CLEANING
•Before cleaning, remove the plug from the wall socket and allow the kettle to cool down.
•Clean the external surfaces of the kettle with a damp cloth. The kettle must not be submerged in any form of liquid.
•Do not use any kind of strong or abrasive cleaning agent on the kettle or accessories. Never use a scouring sponge or similar to clean the kettle, as the surface may be damaged.
•The removable limescale filter can be cleaned using a
DESCALING
The lime content of ordinary tap water means limescale may be deposited inside the kettle. This limescale may be loosened using acetic acid (NOT ordinary vinegar) or descaler, available in supermarkets etc.
1.Mix 100 ml acetic acid with 300 ml cold water, or follow the instructions on the descaler packaging.
2.Pour the solution into the kettle and switch it on.
3.Allow the solution to boil twice and then pour it out.
4.To remove the final residues of limescale and acetic acid, pour cold water into the kettle again (up to the maximum mark) and switch it on.
5.Pour out the water once it has boiled.
6.Repeat the process described under points
7.The kettle is now ready for use again.
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