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The heating element is protected by two automatic safety devices. If your kettle is acci-
dentally switched on without being filled with water, or is allowed to boil dry, the kettle
will automatically switch off. You should:
1. Turn the kettle OFF, unplug the kettle and wait about 20 minutes for the element to
cool down.
2. Refill the kettle, then use as normal and check that the
kettle functions correctly.
IF YOUR KETTLE BOILS DRY
Make these simple checks before calling the toll-free customer assistance number:
• Have you switched the power switch button to ON ( l ) position?
• If the kettle heats but does not boil, it might need descaling.
• Has the kettle been accidentally switched on without being
filled with water or allowed to boil dry? Turn the kettle OFF, wait 20 minutes and try
again.
• Is the kettle cord firmly plugged into the outlet and the kettle firmly seated in the base?
IF YOUR KETTLE DOES NOT WORK
CLEANING YOUR KETTLE
1. With kettle unplugged, empty any remaining water and rinse. Allow kettle to cool. The
mesh filter may be removed by pressing inward through the spout with a finger. The
filter will drop into kettle cavity.
To insert the filter into the spout, position the filter with tabs toward spout and press
filter until it fits into place.
2. To avoid scale/lime deposit build-up, empty kettle after each use.
3. Wipe the exterior of kettle with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or
powders as they may scratch the smooth surface of the kettle.
NEVER IMMERSE THE KETTLE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
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