Bodum 11452-01us Bistro Electric Water Kettle User Manual

Bodum 11452-01US Bistro Electric Water Kettle

WATER KETTLE

Parts of the kettle

1. Hinged lid
2. Push button to open lid
3. Scale filter
4. Water level gauge
5. ON/OFF switch
6. ON/OFF indicator light
7. Base unit
8. Max water level indicator
9. Min water level indicator

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following.
• Before operating this appliance for the first time, read all instructions. Failure to observe the instructions and safety notes may result in hazardous conditions.
• After unpacking the appliance, check it for damage. If in doubt, do not use it, contact your dealer.
• Keep the packaging materials (cardboard, plastic bags etc.) out of reach of children (danger of suffocation or injury).
• This appliance is designed for household use only. Do not use outdoors.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• The kettle is only to be used with the stand provided.
• The manufacturer rejects any liability for damage or injury caused by improper or unreasonable use. Do not use appliance for other then intended use.
• Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children or not familiar persons.
• Never touch the appliance with damp or wet hands. Do not touch the mains cable or plug with wet hands.
• Do not touch any hot surfaces.
• Only use the handle to pick up the kettle.
• The use of any accessory attachment, not recommended by the appliance manufacturer, may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
• Never fill the kettle with water when it is positioned on the base unit.
• Never fill the kettle above the «MAX» mark.
• Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.
• If the kettle is overfilled, boiling water may be ejected.
• Do never boil water without the lid on.
• Always ensure that you pour out boiling water slowly and carefully, taking care not to tilt the spout too rapidly.
• To prevent scalding, avoid coming into contact with the steam escaping from the opening in the lid when the water is being boiled or just after the kettle has switched off. Be careful when opening the lid, if the kettle is still hot and you wish to refill it with water.
• Boiling water can cause burns.
• Move the appliance with extreme care when it contains hot water.
• Do not forcefully locate the switch in the ON position, or make any unauthorised changes to the switch in order to make it stay in the ON position. This could lead to steam escaping from around the lid, damaging the automatic switch-off mechanism and possibly causing bodily injury.
• Never immerse the item in water, remember this is an electrical appliance.
• Only clean the appliance using a damp cloth.
• To disconnect, turn any control to «off» then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Always unplug the appliance by holding the plug, not the cord.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hotsurfaces.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet when the kettle is not in use and before cleaning. Allow the kettle to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning it.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
• Never attempt to exchange the mainscable of the appliance as special tools are required for this. To ensure continued safety of the appliance, if the cable needs to be repaired or exchanged, have this carried out exclusively by a customer service workshop authorised by the manufacturer.
• To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse cord, plug, kettle container and power base in water or other liquid.
• Do not operate the kettle on an inclined plane. Do not operate the kettle unless the element is fully immersed. Do not move while the kettle is switched on.
• To prevent damage to the appliances do not use alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning, use a soft cloth and a mild detergent.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.
• Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities of lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Warning! Avoiding any spillage on the connector.
• Warning! Misuse will cause potential injury.
• The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.

INSTALLATION

Place the appliance on a stable flat surface which is neither hot nor near a heat source. The surface must be dry. Keep the appliance and its mains cable out of reach of children. During use, do not place the base unit on a metal tray or a metal surface. Ensure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate of the appliance agrees with the mains voltage in your area. Connect the appliance only to a properly earthed power point with a minimum output of 6A. (Use a residual current device (RCD) seek the advice of an electrician.) While the appliance is in use, the mains plug must be accessible in case of an emergency. To ensure continued protection against risk of electric shock, connect to properly grounded outlets only.
If the power point is unsuitable for accommodating the plug of your appliance, have the power point changed by a licensed eletrician.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. POWER-SUPPLY CORD
   A short power-supply cord is to be provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
   Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, if the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be grounding -type 3-wire cord. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
2. SWITCHING OFF THE KETTLE MANUALLY
   The ON/OFF switch (5) can also be used to switch off the kettle before the water boils.
3. SAFETY CUT-OFF
   The kettle is protected against damage resulting from use with an insufficient volume of water. A safety cut-off will automatically disconnect the power supply if the heating element overheats. Should the kettle ever boil dry during operation, you must leave it to cool for 10 minutes before re-filling it with cold water. The safety cut-off will reset automatically once it has cooled.
4. BEFORE USING THE KETTLE
   Clean the kettle before using it for the first time by filling it completely (to the MAX mark) (8) with water, boiling the water, and then discarding the water.

HOW TO USE THE WATER KETTLE

1. FILLING THE WATER KETTLE
   Remove the appliance body from the base unit (7).
   Open the lid (1), fill with water and close the lid again.
   Do not fill the kettle with less than 0.15l/4 oz (9) and not more than 0.5l/17 oz (to the MAX mark) (8), to prevent the kettle from boiling dry or boiling water escaping from the spout.
2. CONNECTION TO POWER SUPPLY
   After filling the kettle, position it on the base unit (7). Ensure that the kettle body is seated correctly on the contact unit on the base unit (7).
   Connect the mains plug to the power supply and move the ON/OFF switch (5) into the ON (I) position.
   Note: Ensure that the ON/OFF switch is able to move freely.
3. SWITCHING OFF
   Your kettle has an automatic ON/OFF switch and will switch itself off automatically as soon as the water boils. You can switch off the kettle at any time by moving the ON/OFF switch (5) into the OFF (0) position.
   Note: The kettle cannot be switched off by hand if the switch is obstructed for movement, or if the ON/OFF switch is pressed into the ON (I) position.
4. POURING OUT WATER
   To remove the kettle from the base unit (7), hold it by its handle. Ensure that the kettle body remains level while lifting it from the base unit (7). Pour the water from the spout with the lid (1) closed.
   Note: Please take care when pouring out water as boiling water can cause scalds.
5. SWITCHING THE KETTLE ON AGAIN
   If the kettle was switched off by hand, it can be switched on again at any time. You may switch the kettle on again as soon as the built-in thermal safety cut-off switch has had sufficient time to cool.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

1. SCALE FILTER
   Scale, or calcium, is a natural substance that forms when hard water is boiled. The filter (3) serves to retain the calcium in the water kettle.
2. CLEANING AND REMOVAL OF THE FILTER
   It is important to clean the filter (3) regularly. The filter (3) clips into the body and can be removed by pulling it upwards from the body. It can be cleaned by gentle brushing with a soft brush under running water.
3. KETTLE CLEAN AND DECALE
   Remove scale using either a proprietary de-scaling product suitable for plastic kettles (following the instructions carefully), or citric acid

We recommend using citric acid as follows:

• Boil 0.5l/17oz litre of water, then unplug the kettle and stand it in an empty sink or bowl. Add 25 gm of citric acid crystals gradually, then leave the kettle to stand.
• As soon as the effervescence subsides, empty the kettle and rinse it thoroughly with cold water. Wipe the outside of the kettle thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove all traces of citric acid which may damage the finish.
• Do not use a more concentrated solution. Ensure that the electrical connections are completely dry before using the kettle. Citric acid crystals are available at most chemists.
  Failure to de-scale may invalidate the guarantee.
• Never use chemicals, steel wool or abrasive agents to clean the exterior of the kettle.
• Only clean the appliance using a damp cloth.
• Never immerse the item in water: remember this is an electrical applicant.
  Note: Ensure that the mains power supply is switched off when you are not using the kettle.
• Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL DATA

• NOMINAL VOLTAGE EUROPE 220–240 V~ 50-60 Hz
• NOMINAL VOLTAGE USA 120 V~ 60 Hz
• NOMINAL POWER EUROPE 700 Watt
• NOMINAL POWER USA 700 Watt
• CORD LENGTH 80cm / 31.5 in
• KETTLE CAPACITY5 liter/17 fl.oz
• APPROVALS GS, CE, ETL, CELL

MANUFACTURER GUARANTEE FOR THE USA & CAN, THE EU, AND CH

Guarantee: BODUM® AG, Switzerland, guarantees the BISTRO Water Kettle for a period of two years from the date of original purchase against faulty materials and malfunctions that can be traced back to defects in design or manufacturing. Repairs are carried out free of charge if all guarantee conditions are met. Refunds are not available.

Guarantor: BODUM® (Schweiz) AG, Kantonsstrasse 100, Postfach 463, 6234 Triengen.

Guarantee conditions: The guarantee certificate must be completed by the seller at the time of purchase. You must present the guarantee certificate to obtain guarantee services. Should your BODUM® product require guarantee service, please contact your BODUM® retailer, a BODUM® store, your country’s BODUM® distributor, or visit www.bodum.com.

BODUM® will not provide warranty for damage resulting from inappropriate use, improper handling, normal wear and tear, inadequate or incorrect maintenance or care, incorrect operation or use of the appliance by unauthorized persons.
This Manufacturer Guarantee does not affect your statutory rights under applicable national laws in force, nor your right against the dealer arising from their sales/purchase contract.

Environmentally acceptable disposal

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe recycling.

FAQs

How do I get rust off the 17 oz. Bodum kettle’s bottom metal plate?

500 ml (2 cups) of water and 30 grammes (1 ounce) of lime or lemon juice should be prepared.

Is there a cure for a kettle that keeps restarting, or do I just need to get a new one?

I initially believed that my device was one of those that “didn’t auto-shut off,” but I soon noticed that I was picking it up as soon as I heard it boil rather than waiting for the steam to build up sufficiently to activate the auto shutoff feature. My thumb is right there by the button, so I opted to wait and let it finish but simply turn it off when I picked it up. I hope that applies to yours as well.

When pulled from the base, does the kettle turn off (and stay off) immediately?

When the water is ready to boil, the kettle turns off automatically. In a few reviews, I saw that the owners reported the kettle repeatedly turning itself back on. However, I won’t risk ANY tiny appliance, thus I can’t provide an answer. When I’m not using mine, I unplug it and don’t let water sit in it. To prevent rust and mineral buildup, I drain it hot and close the lid. I always have and will continue to do this with all of my kettles, whether they are stove-top or other.

This kettle was useless. We ordered three because they are attractive, but they are all defective. Quickly. Why are the malfunctioning of the electrical system?

They are having a problem with Bodum, and I find it unbelievable that they haven’t repaired it. Because they are lightweight and stylish, but only last for about a month, we have purchased two in the past four years. It simply doesn’t boil unless you keep your finger on the button. Sorry. It’s time to switch to a trustworthy source!

Can I use this kettle in Europe?

Unless you discover this on the Amazon site in Europe, I would assume you would require the standard adaptor.

This kettle does it have a mesh filter?

Indeed, it does.

Is there an induction heater in this kettle? The bottom heater—does it remain cool?

Yes, the bottom heater does remain cool.

What length is the power cord?

Mine has a 32-inch chord that extends from the heating base to the plug. The plug is 2 inches longer than that.

Is this made of two sections so the burner and kettle are separate? When you pour the kettle, is the cord attached and where is it attached?

The burner and the container are the only two parts. When the cable is linked to the burner, which has an enclosed design with a circular raised area that aligns with a corresponding area on the bottom of the container, a stable platform is produced. When the burner is removed, the container can be placed flat on the counter.

Replacement hinged lid for the electric water kettle on the bistro table?

Approximately two years old with no replacements

I just got the kettle, and I can’t seem to get the lid on. Has anyone else encountered this issue?

It should come with the lid on. It is broken if it isn’t.

When the water is heating up or has finished heating, does the kettle make any noises?

Yes, it does create a quiet noise, much as when water is boiling in a regular pot on an electric burner. I don’t find the loudness to be at all offensive. Additionally, there is an audible “click” when the thermostat turns off the heating element a short time after the water reaches a rolling boil. I prepare hot tea many times a week using my kettle. It’s highly practical, in my opinion, and I wholeheartedly suggest it.

This kettle has dual voltage, right? Is it usable outside of the United States?

Yes, it is dual voltage, but no. I suppose you might use a voltage converter if you have one, just as other appliances. 110 volts at 60 cycles are used.

Have you ever used this kettle while driving? for instance, an odyssey with a 110v outlet in the vehicle. Does it also function with a 12 volt outlet?

Only a 110v (household) plug is available. With a 12v outlet, it won’t function.

On the interior of the kettle, a weird fine white powder is beginning to form. Is this standard?

Yes, this is limescale, which originates in the water. You can lessen it by installing a filter on your tap that either prevents or lessens limescale. If not, just remember to clean it occasionally with a scotch. I use limescale remover every two months and make sure to wash it several times before I use it to make tea or coffee.

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