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• Always ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from the mains socket.
Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by its lead.
• To avoid injury or possible fire, do not cover the appliance when in use.
• Do not connect this appliance to an external timer or remote control system.
• An extension cable may be used with care. The electrical rating of the cable should be
at least as great as the appliance. Do not allow the cable to hang over the edge of the
worktop or touch any hot surfaces.
• This appliance complies with the basic requirements of Directives 2014/30/EU
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive).
•
WARNING:
A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock)
hazard. Ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.
•
CAUTION:
The plastic bags used to wrap this appliance or the packaging may be
dangerous. To avoid risk of suffocation, keep these bags out of reach of babies and
children. These bags are not toys.
• Unplug the kettle before filling with water. Take care not to fill above the MAX level as
boiling water may splash out.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the kettle, power cord or plug in
water. Do not allow the cord or plug to get wet.
• To prevent scalding, make sure the lid is securely closed and do not open the lid whilst
water is boiling.
• The kettle will get hot during use. Please do not touch the hot kettle sides, and beware
of steam escaping from the spout and when opening the lid to refill.
• Unplug the kettle when not in use, and before cleaning. Grasp the plug, not the power
cord. Let the kettle cool down completely before cleaning or storing away.
WARNING – HOT SURFACES
• The surfaces marked with this symbol will
get very hot during use.
•
DO NOT TOUCH
as possible injury could
occur. Allow the appliance to cool completely
before touching these surfaces, handling,
moving or storing this appliance.
• Be careful when removing the lid. Open
it facing away from you. Be careful as hot
steam will escape and can burn.