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Congratulations on the purchase of your Russell Hobbs Kettle. Each unit is manufactured
to ensure safety and reliability. Before using this appliance for the first time, please read
this instruction booklet carefully and keep it for future reference. Pass it on if you pass on
the appliance.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including but not limited to the following:
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1.
To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse the power cord, plug,
power base, or kettle in water or any other liquid.
2.
Do not use in the bathroom or near any source of water. Do not use outdoors.
3.
Always use the appliance handles as some parts may be hot.
4.
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.
5.
Always turn off and unplug from the wall power outlet before cleaning the appliance.
6.
Turn the power off at the wall power outlet when not in use.
7.
To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and pull the plug from the wall
outlet. Never pull by the cord.
8.
Do not operate this appliance with a damaged cord/plug or after the appliance has
malfunctioned, or been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Contact Customer Service for replacement, examination, repair or adjustment.
9.
There are no user serviceable parts. If power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
10.
Do not use on an inclined plane or unstable surface.
11.
Do not move the kettle while it is switched on.
12.
Ensure the lid is properly closed when in use.
13.
Do not open the lid while the water is heating or boiling.
14.
Always take care when pouring. Pour slowly, do not over-tilt the kettle.
15.
The scalding hazard remains long after the water has boiled. Keep the kettle, power
base, and the power cord away from the edge of tables or countertops and out of
reach of children or infirm persons.
16.
Only use the kettle with the power base provided and vice versa.
17.
Wind excess cable beneath the power base.
18.
Do not place on or near any heat sources.
19.
Do not use this appliance for other than its intended purpose of heating water.
20.
Do not switch on the kettle unless there is at least two cups of water.
21.
Do not fill past ‘max’, otherwise boiling water may spit from the spout.
22.
Do not use without filter fitted.
23.
Do not leave the product unattended when in use or where it may be touched by
children or infirm persons.
24.
Do not use alkaline cleaning agents or harsh abrasives when cleaning this appliance.
Follow the instructions in the ‘Care and maintenance’ section when cleaning this
appliance.
25.
This appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play
with the appliance.
26.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote control system.
27.
De-scale the kettle regularly to ensure proper operation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY