Instructions for use
KETTLE
KBJ2001 Series
De’Longhi Appliances
via Seitz, 47
31100 Treviso Italia
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
Safety warnings
Danger!
Failure to observe the warning may result in life-threatening injury by electric shock.
– Avoid spillage on the connector.
Important!
Failure to observe the warning could result in injury or damage to the appliance.
The appliance is exclusively for the use of boiling water. Any other use is to be considered inappropriate and therefore dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for eventual damage caused by inappropriate, improper or irresponsible use and/or for repairs made to the product by unauthorized personnel.
The appliance is designed and produced for domestic use only. It is not suitable for use in staff kitchens in shops, offices and other workplaces, farmhouses, hotels, motels or other holiday accommodation, guest houses.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
The power cable must not be replaced by the user as this requires the use of special tools. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
– Use the kettle only with the power base supplied (and vice versa).
– Do not operate the kettle on an inclined surface.
– Do not operate the kettle unless the element is fully immersed.
– To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning, use a soft cloth and a mild detergent.
– Do not use the appliance at altitudes exceeding 2000m.
– Details for cleaning refer to the cleaning part of the user manual.
The danger of burns!!
failure to observe the warning could result in burns or scalds.
Do not remove the lid while the kettle is boiling.
If the kettle is overfilled, boiling water may be ejected.
The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
Please note:
This symbol indicates recommendations and important information for the user.
– Never move the kettle while it is in use.Danger!
Failure to observe the warning may result in life-threatening injury by electric shock.
– 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 it in the bathroom or near any source of
water. Do not use outdoors.
– Remove the plug from the main socket when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the kettle to cool before cleaning.
– Do not use the kettle if you have wet hands.
– Do not store anything in the kettle.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
Important!
Failure to observe the warning could result in injury or damage to the appliance.
– Take care when pouring – do not over-tilt the kettle as water may enter into the switch mechanism.
– Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children.
– Do not operate this kettle if the mains lead or plug is damaged, if the kettle malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner.
It must be returned to an authorized service agent for repair or replacement in order to avoid hazards.Danger of burns!!
Failure to observe the warning could result in burns or scalds.
– Do not touch hot surfaces i.e. body or lid. Use handles or knobs.
– 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.
– Avoid contact with steam coming out of the spout when pouring, and out of the lid or spout when refilling.
– Never put the kettle, its base, or cord near or on the cooker, hot plates, or gas burners.Please note:
This symbol indicates recommendations and important information for the user.
– Remove the kettle from its power base before filling.
– Do not use the kettle for any purpose other than heating water.
– De’Longhi will not accept any liability if the appliance is subject to improper use, or failure to comply with these instructions.
– Never use the kettle without its lid and filter (the kettle may not switch off).
– Position the kettle properly on the power base before switching on.
This appliance conforms to EC Regulation 1935/2004 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.
Service and Customer Experience
If the cord is damaged it must, for safety reasons, be repaired by De’Longhi or an authorized De’Longhi service agent.
Please refer to the enclosed guarantee leaflet for service and assistance details.
Before use
- Remove all packaging from the kettle and power base.
- Do not let children play with them to avoid suffocation hazards.
- Remove any labels from the outer stainless steel surfaces.
- Remove the filter (fig. 1) and wash with water (fig. 2). Refer to “Removing the scale filter”.
- Fill the kettle to ‘MAX’ level and boil.
- The boiled water should be discarded and the kettle rinsed out with cold water. Repeat the boil and rinse steps at least three times to remove any manufacturing dust, etc.
- After the kettle has been rinsed out, re-fit the filter (fig. 3).
Using the kettle
With the specially designed power base and central connector, you can now set the kettle on the base at any angle, from any position.
- Release the cord from the storage base and adjust the length by winding around the base to give the correct cord length to reach the plug socket to be used (fig. 1).
- Do not leave loose cords hanging over the edge of work surfaces.
Filling
- Remove the kettle from the base unit before filling.
- Remove the lid and fill the kettle to the desired level.
Do not fill with less than 0.3 liters of water (min level) to prevent the kettle from running dry while in use; misuse of this kind will shorten the life of the element.
Do not fill with more than 1.7 liters of water (max. level).
If the kettle is overfilled, there is a risk that boiling water may overflow and cause burns. - To close the lid, push it onto the kettle body until it clicks firmly into place.
- The water level indicator enables you to see the quantity of water in the kettle.
Switching on
- Plug the power base into the main socket.
- Place the kettle on the power base.
- Press the ON/OFF switch down to switch the kettle on.
- The power-on indicator lights will illuminate.
- The kettle will automatically switch off once the water is boiled (the ON/OFF switch will click upwards and the lights will switch off ).
- To turn the kettle off before the water boils, you may move the ON/OFF switch up to the OFF position, or simply lift the kettle from its base – it will switch off and the switch will return to the OFF position automatically.
Pouring
- Remove the kettle from the power base and carefully pour out the water. Do not tilt the kettle suddenly or pour water out at too sharp an angle.
- When you lift the kettle from the base, you may see moisture on the top surface of the base. Condensation on the base is perfectly normal, and should not be a cause for alarm.
Safety devices
1) Automatic ON/OFF switch
Your kettle is fitted with an ON/OFF switch which automa-tically switches off once the water has boiled. If the kettle has just boiled, wait a minute or so before re-boiling the
kettle. Do not attempt to hold the ON/OFF switch in the “on” position or adjust the switch mechanism.
2) Safety cut-out
If the kettle is switched ON with too little or no water, it is protected against damage by a safety cut-out device that will switch off the power. If this cut-out operates, disconnect the kettle from the mains supply and leave it to cool down before refilling with cold water (otherwise the element could be damaged). It will reset automatically when cooling down.
3) If the kettle is lifted from the base while operating (ON), it will automatically switch off.
Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning the kettle
- Allow the kettle to cool down fully and disconnect the appliance from the mains before cleaning.
- Do not immerse the kettle or base in water.
- Use a soft dampened cloth to wipe the outside of the kettle and dry with a soft, dry cloth.
- DO NOT use harsh scouring agents.
- Ensure that all electrical connectors and sockets are kept dry.
Scale
Scale is mainly calcium carbonate (chalk), a harmless, naturally occurring mineral found in most water supplies. “Hard” water contains more of this mineral than “soft” water.
When the water is heated, the minerals in the water solidify, making the water appear cloudy. These minerals form a thin film on the walls, elements, sand on the surface of the water. The water may look like it has white-colored pieces of plastic floating on the surface. On traditional kettle elements, scale forms a hard white “crust” which adversely affects performance and reduces the life of the element. As soon as you notice a film forming on the water, or on the interior walls of the kettle, simply rinse the kettle and wipe it out.
Scale filter
Your kettle is fitted with a scale filter to prevent loose particles of scale from being poured into your beverage. This filter is both removable and washable. The frequency with which you will need to clean any scale deposits from your filter will depend on the hardness of the 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, etc or anything which might taint the water
- Empty the kettle and remove the lid. Remove the filter by pushing down the catch firmly, then lift up from inside the kettle (fig. 2).
- Rinse under a tap while brushing with a soft brush (fig. 3).
- Replace the filter by sliding it firmly down from the inside (fig. 4).
To clean the kettle and the scale filter
It is vital to clean and descale regularly in order to maintain good working order. Excessive scale build-up may affect the performance of the product and shall be avoided.
- Use descaler for kettles (tip: use citric-acid-based descaling solutions). When limescale starts forming on the heating element, buy a suitable descaler for kettles and descale
according to the instructions given on the descaler pack. - After descaling, boil repeatedly with fresh water and rinse thoroughly to completely eliminate all residues of descaler which could damage the appliance. Repeat the boil and
rinse steps at least three times. - If the filter requires descaling, remove and immerse in the same descaling solution.
- Make sure electric parts are completely dry before using the kettle.
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De’Longhi Australia Pty Limited
P.O. BOX 4540
CASULA MALL NSW 2170
Customer Service Ph: 1800 126 659
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De’Longhi New Zealand Limited
99 Khyber Pass Road
Grafton 1023
Auckland, New Zealand
P.O. Box 58-056 Botany
MANUKAU 2163
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