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which adversely affects performance and reduces the life of the
element.
As soon as you notice a film forming on the water, or, when
cleaning the filter, if you notice a film on the walls or the
element, simply rinse the kettle and wipe it out.
Scale filter
Your kettle is fitted with a scale filter to prevent loose particles
of scale being poured into your beverage. This filter is both
removable and washable.
The frequency with which you will need to clean any scale
deposits from your filter will depend on the hardness of water in
your area and how often you use the kettle.
You should remove and clean the water filter when you notice
any deposits being left on the filter or if the pouring efficiency
is impaired.
Removing the scale filter
- Allow the kettle to cool down fully.
- Disconnect the appliance from the mains electrical supply.
- Make sure that your hands are clean and free from soap,
cream or anything which might taint the water.
- Empty the kettle and remove the filter as shown in fig. 1.
- Rinse under a tap whilst brushing with a soft brush (fig. 2).
- Replace the filter (fig. 3).
To clean the scale filter
It is vital to clean and descale regularly in order to maintain good
working order.
- Use descaler for kettles.
When limescale starts forming on the heating element,
buy a suitable descaler and descale according to the
instructions given on the descaler pack.
After descaling, boil the kettle repeatedly with fresh water
and rinse thoroughly to completely eliminate all residues of
descaler which could damage the appliance.
If the filter requires descaling, remove and immerse in the
same descaling solution.
- Make sure electric parts are completely dry before using
the kettle.
