HOFFEN LL-8822, Instruction Manual

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When using the kettle, please follow the general safety standards, including the following:
1. Please carefully read the entire instruction manual before turning on the kettle.
2. Before plugging the kettle into the power supply outlet, please check whether
the voltage listed on the rating plate of the appliance (on the kettle and the base)
corresponds to the mains voltage. If it does not, please contact the point of purchase
and refrain from using the kettle.
3. Before filling, emptying, or cleaning the kettle and when the kettle is not in use, please
turn it off with the switch and unplug the power cord from the power supply outlet.
4. Never overfill the kettle above the maximum level indicator as this may cause the
boiling water to spill out. Fill the kettle with cold water only.
5. In order to prevent a fire, never turn on the appliance in an environment of airborne
explosive and/or flammable vapours. Never place the kettle on a gas or electrical
burner, inside a hot oven, or in proximity of such devices.
6. Never leave the power cord hanging over the edge of a table or counter and never let it
come into contact with hot surfaces.
7. Never tug the power cord as you may damage it or experience an electric shock.
8. Never use an appliance with a damaged power cord or plug or an appliance, which is
malfunctioning because it was dropped. In such instances, please return the complete
appliance to the point of purchase for inspection, repairs, or adjustment.
9. Never touch any parts of a hot kettle with exception of the handle and button.
10. When the kettle is on, keep your face away from the spout as the steam coming out
through it may be dangerous.
11. If the kettle is standing on a wooden piece of furniture, use a coaster to prevent
damage to the surface of the furniture in question.
12. To avoid being burned, always check whether the lid is tightly closed before turning on
the appliance.
13. Do not opening the lid when the kettle is operating or risk being burned.
14. When the kettle is hot, please be careful when opening and closing the lid.
15. Please take particular caution when handling a kettle filled with hot water. Never hold it
by anything other than the handle.
16. Never turn on the kettle when it is empty.
17. In order to avoid electric shock, never submerge the kettle, its base, or its power cord
in any liquids.
18. Never overfill the kettle above its maximum level or risk damaging the product or
causing it to malfunction.
19. In order to ensure appropriate operating order of the appliance, please clean the kettle
and remove the scale or deposits from its bottom regularly.
20. Please make sure to never pierce the appliance with a sharp object.
Protecting the power cord
In order to prevent the appliance from malfunctioning, prevent a shock or fire, and
prevent physical injury, please obey the following guidelines:
• Keep the power cord away from heating devices.
• Never place any heavy objects on the power cord.
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