Muji MJ-EK5AEU, User Manual

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Safety advice (Continued)
Do not use or store near areas of strong odor.
Strong odors may transfer to the kettle.
Do not allow touch steam when you open the lid.
Doing so may cause burns or other injury.
Do not use on an unstable surface or area susceptible to heat. Do not use near walls,
curtains, or near open flame. Doing so may result in fire.
Do not use charcoal of any type with this product.
Doing so may result in malfunction.
Do not use in locations where the kettle may become wet or sit in water.
Doing so may cause a short-circuit, electrocution, or malfunction.
Unplug when not using this product.
Leaving this product plugged in may result in injury, burns, or electrocution or
electrical fires due to insulation degradation.
Do not use near walls or furniture.
Steam or heat may damage, discolor, or warp walls or furniture.
Do not leave in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Doing so may result in malfunction.
Do not pull on the power cord to unplug. Always hold by the plug to plug in or
unplug this product.
Pulling by the power cord may result in electrocution or short-circuit, leading to fire.
Do not dry-boil (use without water).
Doing so may result in heat discoloration or other malfunction.
Always unplug before cleaning.
Cleaning this product while plugged in may cause electrocution or short-circuit,
leading to fire.
Place kettle securely in the center of the power base.
Not setting the kettle securely may result in the kettle falling over, spilling hot water
that may cause burns.
Allow kettle to cool before cleaning.
Touching the kettle or its components while hot may lead to burns or other injuries.
Close the lid and hold the kettle by the handle when moving.
Dropping the kettle or allowing hot water to leak may result in burns or other injury.
Parts/Consumable Parts
<Remove the Gasket>
Take off gasket.
The lid gasket is a consumable part. Check every year. If the gasket is damaged, replace with a new gasket
(charges apply).
Note the product model number and contact the store it was purchased from for a replacement gasket.
For Long-Time Storage After cleaning the kettle, let the kettle and other parts air dry.
Wrap in a plastic bag to prevent contamination by bugs and dust.
Replacing the Lid Gasket
Lid
Gasket
Lid Gasket
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Keep your kettle clean. Be sure to pour out all
remaining water to avoid discoloration or odors.
•
Boiling mineral water or alkaline ionized water (water
with high mineral content) can lead to water staining.
Take extra care to clean the kettle when using these
types of water.
•
Use citric acid for cleaning tough stains.
<Minerals>
After a while, minerals from water (calcium, magnesium, iron, etc.) can build up inside the kettle, resulting in:
•White floating objects •Milky white, black spots, red discoloration •Red rust-like spots •Roughness
When minerals build up inside the kettle, it can block the pour spout or cause loud noises during boiling.
Mineral build-up can come loose, blocking the water and steam spouts, leading to malfunction.
<Cleaning with Citric Acid (about every one to three months)>
Citric acid for cleaning is available at drug and grocery stores.
(1) Place about 30g (0.066lbs) of citric acid in the kettle.
(2) Fill with water to the fill line (500ml), and boil. Do not fill the kettle with hot water.
(3) Let sit for one hour. Do not let sit for more than two hours.
(4) Unplug the kettle, remove the lid, and pour out the water.
(5) Wipe with a soft sponge, and rinse the kettle out.
(6) For tough stains, repeat the process again using citric acid.
(7) To remove the citric acid odor, boil regular water in the kettle, and then pour the water out, leaving the lid on
Wipe clean with a slightly damp cloth.
Fill the kettle about half-way with water or
warm water. Use a soft sponge to wipe out
the kettle, and then pour out the water.
Kettle Exterior, Lid, Power Base
WARNING
Do not immerse in water.
Doing so may result in electrocution or malfunction.
Do not pour water over the exterior or handle of
the kettle.
Doing so may result in electrocution or malfunction.
Kettle
CAUTION
WARNING
Care and
Maintenance
Take regular care of your electric kettle.
Always unplug the kettle and allow it to cool before cleaning.
• Do not wash in a dishwasher or place in a dish dryer.
Doing so may warp the product.
• Do not use detergent, paint thinner, benzene, cleansers,
bleach, paper chemical cloth, or scrub brushes.
Remove
from Lid
<Replacing Gasket>
1. Place gasket over the lid.
2. Press down evenly. Be
sure that the gasket fits
tightly into the lid groove.
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