VOX electronics WK-1622-1, Instruction Manual

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minimum mark on the water level indicator gauge. If the automatic safety cut-out has operated, switch the
kettle off, disconnect from the power outlet and allow the kettle to cool down for 5 to 10 minutes. The refill
with and switch on, the kettle will work as normal.
5. Place the power base on a dry, flat surface. Place the kettle on the power base. The electrical connection
will be made automatically as the kettle slides onto the power base.
6. Plug the cord set into an earthed power socket and switch on by pressing the on/off switch of the kettle to
the “on” position.
7. When the water has boiled, the kettle will switch off automatically, after allowing the kettle to cool down
for 15-
20 seconds, the water can be brought back to the boil by pushing the switch back to the “on”
pos
ition. During the cooling down time do not force the on/off switch into the “on” position as this can
damage the operating mechanism.
8. Do not remove the kettle from the power base without switching off first.
9. Remember, if you do not wish to re-boil the kettle, switch it off.
10.
The kettle may be switched off manually at any time by setting the on/off switch into the “off” position.
6. Cleaning and care
Proper and regular care will not only ensure safe use but also elongate the lifetime of this appliance.
Warning! Switch of the appliance and disconnect from power supply before you carry out
cleaning and maintenance work to avoid electrical hazard.
1. Let the product cool down.
2. Wipe dust off with a soft dry cloth or soft brush.
3. To clean other debris you may use a slightly wet cloth and neutral detergent.
4. Never immerse electric parts of the appliance in water or other liquids and do not clean the appliance in
the dishwasher.
Note! Do not use chemical, alkaline, abrasive or other aggressive detergents or disinfector to clean this
appliance as these might be harmful to its surface.
6.1 Descaling
From time to time, depended on the nature of your water supply, a boiled scale deposit is naturally formed
and can be found mostly adhered to the heating element, thus reducing the heating efficiency.
The amount of boiled scale deposited (and subsequently the need to clean or rescale) largely depends on
the water hardness in your area the frequency with which the kettle is used. Boiled scale is not harmful to
your health. But if poured into your beverage, it can give a powdery taste to your drink. Therefore, the kettle
should be descaled periodically as indicated below.
Descale kettle regularly. With normal use: at least twice a year
1.
Fill the kettle up to “max” with a mixtu
re of one part ordinary vinegar and two parts water. Switch on and
wait for the appliance to switch off automatically.
2. Let the mixture remain inside the kettle overnight.
3. Discard the mixture the next morning.
4.
Fill the kettle with clean water up to “max” ma
rk and boil again.
5. Discard the boiled water to remove any remaining scale and vinegar.
6. Rinse the inside of the kettle with clean water.