Intended use
Your Black & Decker kettle has been designed
for boiling water as described in this manual. Do
not use this appliance for any other purpose.
This product is intended for household use only.
Read this entire manual carefully
before using the appliance.
Denotes the risk of electric shock.
Safety instructions
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Warning! When using mains-powered
appliances, basic safety precautions,
including the following, should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, personal injury and material damage.
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The intended use is described in this manual.
The use of any accessory or attachment or
the performance of any operation with this
appliance other than those recommended in
this instruction manual may present a risk of
personal injury.
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Retain this manual for future reference.
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Always route the cord carefully to avoid a
tripping hazard.
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Never operate an appliance directly below
the socket-outlet it is connected to.
Using your appliance
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The temperature of accessible surfaces may
be high when the appliance is operating.
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Do not touch hot surfaces.
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Always take care when using the appliance.
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Do not open the lid whilst the appliance is
boiling.
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Do not over fill your appliance. Over filling
the appliance may cause boiling water to be
ejected from the spout.
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Never pull the power supply cord to
disconnect the plug from the socket. Keep the
power supply cord away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
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Do not place the appliance on or near heat
sources or in a heated oven.
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Do not use the appliance near flammable or
explosive materials.
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Do not use the appliance outdoors.
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Operate the appliance only with dry hands.
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If the power supply cord is damaged during
use, disconnect the appliance from the power
supply immediately. Do not touch the power
supply cord before disconnecting from the
power supply.
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Disconnect the appliance from the power
supply when not in use, before fitting or
removing parts and before cleaning.
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This appliance is not intended to be operated
by means of an external timer or separate
remote-control system.
Safety of others
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This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
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Do not allow children or any person unfamiliar
with these instructions to use the appliance.
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Do not allow children or animals to come near
the work area or to touch the appliance or
power supply cord.
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Close supervision is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
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