User manual HOTPOINT WK 24E AB0

[. . . ] To disconnect, turn unit off, grasp plug, and pull out from wall outlet. €¢ Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment. €¢ Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is running. [. . . ] Do not use it near the water in bathtubs, sinks or other containers. Milk and instant beverages will burn and damage the appliance. The kettle can only be used with the stand provided. BEFORE FIRST USE Carefully wipe the outside of the appliance to remove any dust that may have accumulated. Do not immerse the supply cord in water or other liquids. If you are using the kettle for the first time, it is recommended that you clean it before use by boiling a full kettle of water twice and discarding the water. €¢ • • • • • • OPERATION OF YOUR KETTLE Use the kettle only with its included base. To fill the kettle, remove it from the power base and open the lid by pressing the lid opening button, fill with the desired amount of water, and then close the lid. Alternatively, the kettle may be filled through the spout. The water level should not exceed the max marks or sit below the min level. Too little water will cause the kettle to switch off before the water has boiled. Do not add water over the maximum level, as it may spill out of the spout when boiling. Ensure that the lid is firmly in place before connecting the plug into a power outlet. The symbol will indicate the awaiting for new programming. Press the temperature setting button to set the temperature to 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 or 100 °C. When the water has reached the selected temperature, the kettle will switch off automatically, the display will show the temperature and a buzzer will sound. If the temperature cannot be set, this means that the water in the kettle is hotter than the desired temperature. You can turn off the kettle at any time by pressing the cancel button. €¢ • • • • The selected temperature can be changed at any time while the kettle is heating up. While the kettle is heating up, the current temperature lights up. Be careful when pouring the water from your kettle as boiling water may cause scalds. Open the lid carefully while the water in the kettle is hot. [. . . ] Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. BOIL-DRY PROTECTION Should you accidentally let the kettle operate without water, the boil-dry protection will automatically switch off the power. If this occurs, allow the kettle to cool down before filling with cold water. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Always disconnect the appliance from the power outlet before cleaning. [. . . ]