User manual DELONGHI CORDLESS METAL KETTLE KBM3011-1

[. . . ] · Do not leave loose cord hanging over the edge of work surfaces. 1 2 3 Fig. 3 Filling · Remove the kettle from the base unit before filling. · Open lid and fill kettle to desired level. Do not fill with less than 0, 25 litre of water to prevent the kettle running dry while in use; misuse of this kind will shorten the life of the element. Do not fill with more than 1, 7 litres of water (up to the MAX indication located inside the kettle) (fig. [. . . ] 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. · Rinse under a tap whilst brushing with a soft brush (fig. 3). 5 Kettle KBM 3011 To clean the scale filter It is vital to clean and descale regularly in order to maintain good working order · It is recommended to use specific (store bought) products for descaling of kettles. If such products are not available we recommend using citric acid crystals as follows: · Pour into the kettle about 50 gr. of citric acid crystal, fill with water up to the max level indicated and then boil. Allow the contents to cool, and then rinse thoroughly. · Do not use a more concentrated solution. If the filter requires descaling, remove the filter and place into the citric acid solution. · Ensure that the electrical connections are completely dry before using the kettle. · Citric acid crystals are available from most pharmacies. Safety Warnings Please read these instructions before operating and retain for future reference. · Ensure that your mains supply voltage is the same as that marked on the underside of your kettle. · To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse the mains lead, plug power base or kettle in water or any other liquid. Do not use in the bathroom or near any source of water. · Do not remove the lid while the kettle is boiling. · Take care when pouring - do not over-tilt the kettle as water may enter into the switch mechanism. · Water can remain hot for a long time after boiling, and can present a scald hazard. Keep the kettle and the mains lead away from the edge of the work surface and out of the reach of children. · Do not allow the mains lead to hang over the edge of the table or work surface, in a place where it may accidentally be caught or tripped over. [. . . ] important: the wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code: GREEN AND YELLOW BLUE BROWN EARTH NEUTRAL LIVE 13 amp Fuse Brown to Live Cord Clamp 7 Kettle KBM 3011 As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are securely retained in each terminal. [. . . ]