West Bend 6400 - Manual (Page 5)

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Between uses, empty water from kettle to prevent severe buildup of mineral
deposits from forming wich can cause pitting of the metal base.
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Some smoke and/or odor may occur upon heating due to the release of
manufacturing oils – this is normal.
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Some minor expansion/contraction sounds may occur during heating and
cooling – this is normal.
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Your kettle is equipped with a self-resetting boil-dry protector: If the kettle is
accidentally plugged in with less than the minimum level of water, the boil-dry
protector will operate to safely cut-off the power. For continued use, unplug
kettle and allow to cool before re-use.
C
LEANING
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OUR
K
ETTLE
1. Always unplug cord from electrical outlet and allow kettle to cool completely
before cleaning. Do not immerse the kettle, cord, plugs or other electric parts in
water or other liquid. Do not clean in an automatic dishwasher.
2. The exterior of the kettle can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. To prevent
scratching, do not use abrasive scouring pads or powders on exterior surfaces.
3. Decalcify the kettle periodically. See the “Decalcifying Your Kettle” section.
D
ECALCIFYING
Y
OUR
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ETTLE
• Over time, mineral deposits build up on internal parts and effect the operation of
the appliance causing the need for your kettle to be decalcified periodically to
maintain performance. The frequency of decalcification depends on the hardness
of your water and how often you use the kettle. Indications that decalcifying is
necessary are:
o Increased noise during production
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Excessive steaming
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Longer heating times
• If usage is regular, decalcifying should be carried out as follows:
o With soft water, decalcify once per year
o With medium water, decalcify every quarter year
o With hard water, decalcify once a month
• We recommend the use of vinegar for decalcifying.
1. Always unplug cord from electrical outlet and allow the entire unit to cool
completely before cleaning.
2. Fill kettle with 1 cup (8 ounces) EACH of white distilled vinegar and cold tap
water.
3. Plug cord into electrical outlet. When the mixture has come to a full boil, unplug
cord from electrical outlet and let kettle stand for 15 to 30 minutes to dissolve
the deposits. Dispose of vinegar mixture and rinse kettle several times with cold
tap water. If buildup is severe, repeat steps 1-3.