17.
Never insert any objects into the kettle.
18.
The kettle is not intended for use by children or infirm people unless they have been adequately supervised
by a responsible person to ensure they can use it safely. Children should be supervised to ensure they do
not play with the kettle. It must not be left unattended during use.
19.
Do not use the kettle if the power cord or plug show any signs of damage, or if the appliance is dropped,
damaged or working incorrectly. Call the helpline on 015394 88100 to arrange a repair or replacement.
Never try to repair the kettle yourself as this may cause electric shock.
USING YOUR KETTLE FOR THE FIRST TIME
Carefully unpack the kettle and remove any packaging. The kettle is cordless and its 360° base is suitable for
left or right-handed use. Place the kettle and base on a level, sturdy and dry surface, well away from the edge.
Wrap any excess cord beneath the base, for safety.
Before using the kettle to make drinks, we recommend you fill it with fresh water and boil two or three times,
discarding the water each time. The filter can also be removed and rinsed in clean water.
BOILING WATER
1.
Before putting the kettle onto its base, ensure the on/off switch is in the off position. Make sure the base
is unplugged.
2.
Remove the lid. Lift the kettle off its base and fill with fresh, cold water through the lid opening, not the
spout.
3.
Put the kettle back on its base and check the water level is no less than 0.5 litre, no more than 1.7 litre.
Boiling water may escape if the kettle is overfilled.
4.
Replace the lid, pushing until it clicks into place. Plug the power cord into a socket and switch on. Press
down the kettle on/off switch. The indicator light will show the kettle is boiling.
5.
The kettle will switch off automatically when the water has boiled, and the power indicator light will turn off.
The kettle can be switched off at any time before the water boils, simply by lifting up the on/off switch.
6.
Lift the kettle by its handle and pour the water. To re-boil, wait a few seconds before pressing the on/off
switch again. After use, the kettle should be emptied of water and stored on its base. Switch off at the
socket and unplug.
CAUTION: always make sure the kettle is switched off before lifting it off the base. To prevent scalding, never
open the lid when water is boiling or steam is coming out of the spout.
BOIL-DRY PROTECTION
If the kettle is switched on with too little or no water, it will cut out automatically to stop it boiling dry. To reset
the on/off switch, lift the kettle off the base and let it cool before filling with water, then put it back on the base.
The kettle should now work as normal.
HELPFUL HINTS
1.
Always use fresh, cold water each time you boil the kettle.
2.
In some areas, water appears cloudy because of calcium. This is normal, and becomes transparent when
boiled.
3.
Ensure the lid is securely in place whenever the kettle is in use. If not, boiling water may splash out, and
the kettle may not switch off automatically.
4.
If water is spilled onto the 360° base, please unplug the kettle from the mains socket before mopping up
the liquid. Ensure that the base and central socket are completely dry before using the kettle.
5.
If you see any small droplets of water on the base, this is harmless condensation.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the power indicator light does not come on:
•
make sure the power cord is plugged in and the socket is switched on
•
check the socket by trying it with another appliance
•
check the fuse in the plug, and make sure the connections in the plug are secure. If in doubt, consult a
qualified electrician.
If the kettle is switched on but does not boil:
•
does the kettle need descaling? Limescale build-up can affect its performance. See DESCALING.
•
has it accidentally been switched on with too little or no water? If so, the boil-dry protection will be
activated. See BOIL-DRY PROTECTION.
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