User manual ROWENTA KE 808

[. . . ] · Only boil water in the kettle Remove all packaging, stickers or other accessories from the inside and outside of the kettle. Adjust the length of the cord by winding it under the base. Wedge the cord in the slot. Place the base on a smooth surface which is clean and cool. Place the kettle and its base towards the back of the working surface. · Do not place the kettle on or near surfaces which are slippery or hot and do not let the cord hang over a source of heat (hot plates, gas cookers). [. . . ] However, the special highly polished stainless steel element never needs descaling. Cleaning/Maintenance As any build-up of scale will NOT affect the performance of the kettle, it does not need descaling. Simply rinse the kettle on a regular basis to remove loose scale from the walls and the element. If required, you can descale the inside walls of the kettle (follow guide-lines below). · Never wipe the element surface as this may damage it. To clean the filter (depending on model) The removable filter is made up of fabric which retains the particles of scale and stops them from falling into your cup when you pour. This filter does not treat the water or remove the scale from it. It therefore preserves all the qualities of the water. With very hard water, the filter becomes clogged with scale very quickly (10 to 15 uses). If it is wet, rinse it with water, and if it is dry, scrub it gently. Sometimes the scale does not come away ; if so, descaling is necessary. DESCALING Descale regularly, preferably at least once a month and more frequently if your water is very hard. To descale your kettle, use : · white vinegar : fill the kettle with half a litre of vinegar. Leave to stand for 1 hour without heating · citric acid : boil half a litre of water. Add 25g of citric acid and leave to stand for 15 minutes. · a specific descaling agent for plastic kettles : follow the manufacturer's instructions. Empty your kettle and rinse it 5 or 6 times. Repeat if necessary. To descale your filter (depending on model) : Soak the filter in white vinegar or diluted citric acid. Rinse thoroughly with water before putting back in the kettle. · Never use descaling methods other than those recommended. IN THE EVENT OF A PROBLEM There is no visible damage to your kettle The kettle does not work or stops before boiling. · Check that the kettle is plugged in properly. · The kettle has been operated without water or scale has accumulated, triggering the safety system to prevent dry operation : leave the kettle to cool and then fill with water. Use the switch to turn it on : the kettle starts working again after about 15 minutes. [. . . ] This product has been designed for domestic use only. Any professional use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply. PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS IN THE HOME For a child, even a slight burn may sometimes be serious. As they grow up, teach your children to be careful with hot fluids in the kitchen. Place the kettle and cord towards the back of the working surface, out of children's reach. [. . . ]