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Thank you for choosing this Black & Decker product. This appliance has been designed and
manufactured to high standards of engineering and with proper use and care, as described in this
leaflet, will give you years of useful service. Please read these instructions carefully and keep them
for future reference.
1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
3. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
4. Use only the voltage specified on the rating plate of the appliance.
5. This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.
6. Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use is not recommended by
the manufacturer and may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
7. Always unplug appliance when not in use.
8. When the appliance has been unpacked, check it for transport damage and ensure all parts
have been delivered. If parts are missing or the appliance has been damaged, contact the
Black & Decker Customer Services Team.
9. If your appliance does not work, or is not working properly, contact the place of purchase.
Repair work on the appliance by unqualified persons can cause serious risk to the user.
10. Ensure hands are dry before handling the plug or the main unit.
11. Carry out regular checks of the supply cord to ensure no damage is evident.
12. Ensure that the cord is fully extended (not coiled) while in use.
13. Switch off and use handles provided when moving.
14. Warning:
Too little water may damage the heating element and overfilling may cause the
boiling water to be ejected.
15. Please take care when moving as the heating element surface is subject to residual heat
after use.
16. Use only the base provided with this appliance.
17. Caution: Do not operate the kettle on an inclined plane.
18. Do not move the kettle while it is switched on.
19. Do not operate the kettle unless the element is fully immersed.
General Care and Safety Guide
