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ATTENTION!
Lime deposits may cause the kettle
to overheat and shorten its life.
It may also cause the automatic
ON/OFF switch to trip, shutting
off the kettle before the water has
reached the boiling point.
Lime deposits
• Lime (calcium carbonate) is a harmless, natural mineral found in water, and may form a
thin deposit on the inner walls of the kettle, on the lime filter, and on the surface of the
water. Lime is not harmful to your health, but may give beverages an unpleasant taste.
To extend the life of the kettle, remove the lime regularly by cleaning the kettle with a
solution of water and vinegar. Pour the solution (50% water, 50% white vinegar) into the
kettle, bring to boil, switch off the kettle and remove it from the power supply base.
Let the solution work for a few hours (all night is better).
After the time has elapsed, pour out the solution and eliminate any remaining lime by
rinsing several times (fig. 16). Then boil water a few times (using fresh water each time)
to remove any aftertaste of the solution.
You can also use specific lime-removal products. In this case, follow the instructions on
the package.
60 sec.
12 h
Fig. 16
Lime filter maintenance
• The kettle has a lime filter
that prevents lime particles
formed in the kettle from
being poured into beverages.
• The filter can be removed (see
paragraph: Before using for the
first time) and washed in three
ways:
- Gently clean the filter under
running water with a soft nylon
brush.
- Leave the filter in the kettle when
you remove lime with the solution.
- Wash the filter in the dishwasher.
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