User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EWA 1600

[. . . ] · Repairs to this appliance may only be carried out by qualified service engineers. Considerable danger may result from improper repairs. If repairs become necessary, please contact the Customer Care Department or your authorised dealer. [. . . ] Do not leave residual water in the appliance for a long period. · Do not switch on the appliance without water. · Ensure that the kettle is switched off before removing it from the base unit. · Only use the kettle with the associated base. Disposal 2 Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e. g. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities. Old appliance The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 2 W 8 g Using your kettle Before using your new kettle you should wipe it inside and outside with a damp cloth due to hygienic reasons. Safety system This appliance is equipped with a boildry safety cut-out. This feature protects the appliance from overheating when started without water or from boiling until it is empty if used with the lid open. If the appliance is accidently switched on without water, it is automatically protected against overheating. The heating process is automatically interrupted. Before using the kettle again let it cool down for 510 minutes. Initial use 0 Place the base unit (H) on a firm surface. 0 Plug the mains plug into a wall socket. 3 0 0 0 0 0 If the mains cord is longer than necessary it can be wound up at the bottom of the base unit (H). Press release button for lid (D) towards the handle (E) and open the lid (C). Fill with at least 0. 5 l water, but not higher than the Max. The automatic boil-dry safety cut-out can only function reliably if this is done. [. . . ] Never pour descaling agents into an enamel sink and do not reuse them. What to do if . . . · the appliance switches off before boiling?­ The base of the kettle is too thickly scaled. Treat with standard commercial descaling agent suitable for stainless steel. [. . . ]