instruction manual
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operAtion - overheating safeguard
The jug kettle is fitted with an overheating safeguard. This will switch off the jug kettle if it is operated
without (sufficient) water. Allow the jug kettle to cool down for at least 10 minutes before using it again.
cleAning And MAintenAnce
• Remove the plug from the wall socket, and allow the appliance to cool.
• Clean the jug with a damp cloth. Never immerse the appliance in water. Never put the appliance in a
dishwasher. Make sure that the electrical connections do not become damp.
• If the interior of the jug has become severely discoloured, then the best way to clean it is with a damp
cloth and a little washing soda. After cleaning, rinse the jug very thoroughly.
• Never use corrosive or scouring cleaning agents or sharp objects (such as knives or hard brushes)
to clean the appliance.
• Before cleaning, make sure that the appliance is not connected to the power supply and that it has
cooled down.
cleAning And MAintenAnce - descaling
Lime can be deposited on the heating element at a rate depending on the hardness of the water. For this
reason the heating element must be cleaned at regular intervals.
1. Remove the plug from the wall socket, and allow the appliance to cool.
2. Fill the jug with a vinegar solution to the MAX level, and bring to the boil.
3. Leave the jug with the vinegar solution to stand for a couple of hours.
4. Empty the jug, fill with clean water to the MAX level, and bring to the boil. Empty the jug. Repeat this
process twice.
Never use ammonia or or similar to descale the appliance. These can be injurious to your health. Use
solely a vinegar solution, or special descaling agents available from retailers.
tHe enVironMent
• Dispose of packaging material, such as plastic and boxes, in the appropriate waste containers.
• When this product reaches the end of its useful life do not dispose of it by putting it in a dustbin;
hand it in at a collection point for the reuse of electrical and electronic equipment. Please refer to
the symbols on the product, the user’s instructions or the packaging.
• The materials can be re-used as indicated. Your help in the re-use, recycling or other means of
making use of old electrical equipment will make an important contribution to the protection of the
environment.
• Contact your municipality for the address of the appropriate collection point in your neighbourhood.
guArAntee terMs
The importer guarantees the appliance against defects caused by manufacturing and/or material faults for
60 months from the date of purchase, subject to the following conditions.
1. No charges will be made for labour costs or materials during the warranty period. Any repairs carried
out during the warranty period do not extend the warranty period.
2. The importer automatically becomes the owner of any faulty parts that he replaces or a faulty
appliance (in the event of replacement of the appliance).
3. All claims submitted under warranty must be accompanied by the original bill of sale.
4. Claims under warranty must be submitted to the dealer where the appliance was purchased or to the
importer.
5. The warranty is issued solely to the first purchaser and cannot be transferred.
6. The warranty does not cover damage caused by:
a. Accidents, incorrect use, wear and/or neglect.
b. Faulty installation and/or use in a manner contravening the prevailing legal, technical or safety
regulations.
c. Connection to a mains voltage other than the voltage specified on the type plate.
