Cuisinart CTK17U User manual

Traditional Kettle
CTK17U
CPT445U

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Cuisinart
Traditional Kettle.
For over 30 years Cuisinart’s aim has been to produce the
very finest kitchen equipment. All Cuisinart products are
engineered for exceptionally long life, and designed to be
easy to use as well as to give excellent performance day
after day.
To learn more about our products visit our website
www.cuisinart.co.uk

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Contents
Product Control Guide .............................................................................. 4
Important Safety Cautions ....................................................................... 5
Safety During Use...................................................................................... 7
Instructions For Use .................................................................................. 8
Hints &Tips................................................................................................ 9
Cleaning &Maintenance .......................................................................... 9
UK Guarantee & After Sales Service ..................................................... 10
UK Wiring Instructions ........................................................................... 11

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Product Control Guide
Easy grip lid for quick and easy filling
Soft grip handle
Dripless pour spout with
water filter
Power ‘On’ switch
Water level indicator
1.7L capacity stainless steel
traditional kettle
Power base

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Important Safety Cautions
Carefully read all the instructions before using the appliance and keep
in a safe place for future reference.
Always follow these safety cautions when using this appliance to avoid
personal injury or damage to the appliance. This appliance should be
used only as described within this instruction book.
nThe appliance is not intended to be operated by means of external
timer or separate remote-control system.
nThis appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
nChildren should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with this product.
nNot for use by children. Keep out of reach of children during and after
use.
nWhilst in use the surfaces will become hot. Do not touch hot surfaces.
Always use the handle. Take care not to allow these to come into
contact with other heat sensitive surfaces.
nAlways inspect the appliance before use for noticeable signs of
damage. Do not use if damaged, or if the appliance has been dropped.
In the event of damage, or if the appliance develops a fault, contact
the Cuisinart Customer Care Line (refer to “UK After Sales Service”
section for further information).
nEnsure all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers
are removed from the kettle before first use.
nDo not use the appliance if the lead is damaged. In the event of
lead damage, discontinue use immediately. If the lead is damaged it
must be replaced by the manufacturer. Return the appliance to the
Customer Care Centre (refer to ‘UK After Sales Service’ section for
further information). No repair must be attempted by the consumer.

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nDo not use any attachments or accessories other than those
recommended or sold by Cuisinart.
nDo not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
nDo not allow the lead to come into contact with hot surfaces.
nAlways ensure that your hands are dry before removing the plug from
the mains outlet. Never pull the plug out of the mains socket by the
lead.
nDo not allow the lead to overhang the edge of a kitchen table or
worktop.
nTo protect against fire, electric shock or personal injury, do not
immerse cord, plug or unit in water or other liquids.
nUnplug from the mains when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before cleaning the appliance.
nFor indoor, domestic use only.
nDo not wrap the lead around the main body of the appliance during
or after use.
nThis appliance should be used only for preparation of drinks as
described within the instructions for use that accompany it. Please
retain these instructions for future reference.
nAlways ensure the voltage to be used corresponds with the voltage on
the appliance, this is indicated on the bottom of the housing.
nThis product complies fully with all appropriate EU and UK legislation
and the standards relevant to this type and class of appliance. We
are an ISO9001: 2015 accredited company that continually evaluates
our Quality Management System performance. If you have any
queries regarding product safety and compliance, please contact our
Customer Services Department (see “U.K. After Sales Service” section).
WARNING: Polythene bags over the product or packaging may
be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from
babies and children. These bags are not toys.

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Safety During Use
nTo avoid injury or possible fire, do not cover the appliance when in
use.
nDo not exceed the maximum fill level as clearly marked on the water
level indicator. If the kettle is overfilled, boiling water may be ejected.
nThe kettle must only be used with the stand provided.
nDo not turn the kettle power on when there is no water in the unit.
nAlways close the lid before plugging in and turning on the kettle.
nWhilst in use the surfaces will become hot. Do not touch hot surfaces.
Always use the handle.
nAvoid steam from the nozzle and the lid.
nDo not open lid whilst the water is boiling as scalding may occur.
nEnsure that the kettle is switched off before removing the kettle jug
from the base.
nEmpty the water from the kettle after each use. This is to help prevent
build-up of hard water limescale.
nSwitch off and unplug the appliance after use.

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Instructions For Use
nBefore using for the first time we recommend operating the kettle 2
or 3 times. This will remove any dust or residue remaining from its
manufacture. Fill to the MAX mark fill level (1.7L), bring to the boil and
when boiling has finished and the kettle has switched off, discard the
water and rinse out the inside.
nPosition the kettle on a flat sturdy surface with the spout facing away
from you. Gently lift off the lid, whilst holding the handle.
nFill the kettle with the required amount of cold water. The water gauge
is either side of the kettle and is marked with min and max. Please take
care not to exceed the max mark as this may cause spitting from the
spout when boiling.
nPosition the kettle with the spout facing away from you. Replace lid on
kettle.
nAlign the kettle over the power base and gently lower it into position; it
will find its own way and sit firmly on the base.
nSwitch the kettle on by pressing down the power ‘On’ switch at the rear
of the kettle. You will hear a slight click and the switch will illuminate
with a blue LED.
nThe kettle will switch off automatically when it has finished boiling.
However, the kettle can be switched off at any time by simply lifting the
power ‘On’ switch in an upwardly direction. The LED will switch off and
the same click will be heard as switching on.
nPour water out slowly. Return kettle to base after pouring. If you wish to
re-boil the water, you must press the power ‘On’ switch again.
N.B. A couple of water droplets or condensation may appear on the
powerbase, this is quite normal and not a leak.
N.B. Do not remove the lid of the kettle when pouring; escaping steam
may scald.
nOnce the kettle is re-located on the power base, it can be switched on
again at any time. If the switch will not stay down it means the control
is still a little warm; this is normal and it will simply re-set itself in a few
seconds when cooled and will be ready to boil again.
N.B If the kettle is accidentally switched on without a sufficient water
level, a boil dry mechanism will automatically switch the kettle off.

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Hints &Tips
nAlways use fresh, cold water each time you boil.
N.B. For your safety, always ensure the lid is on properly when the kettle
is in use.
nIf the kettle is accidentally switched on without a sufficient water level,
a boil dry mechanism will automatically switch the kettle off.
nFor best results, empty the kettle after each use. Do not leave water
standing in the kettle. This is to help prevent build up of hard water
limescale.
Cleaning &Maintenance
nAlways unplug the appliance from the mains outlet before cleaning.
nAllow to cool before cleaning the appliance.
nClean the exterior surface of the kettle with a clean damp cloth to
preserve its original highly polished finish. Dry and polish with a soft
cloth.
nClean the water filter with a soft, clean, damp cloth once a month or as
necessary.
nDo not use abrasive cleaners or scouring agents of any kind on the
interior or exterior of the kettle.
Warning! Do not immerse the kettle or power base in water or other
liquid. Ensure the electric kettle socket is kept dry.
Descaling
nTo get the best performance from your Traditional Kettle, we
recommend descaling it from time to time. Frequency depends on the
hardness of your tap water and how often you use it.
nWe suggest use of a kettle descaler in order to dissolve the scale. Simply
follow the manufacturer’s guidelines on the packaging. Alternatively
pour in enough white vinegar to cover the bottom of the kettle by about
2cm. Bring the vinegar to the boil; you may need to repeat this several
times with cooled vinegar to remove the build-up completely. When
the kettle is descaled, empty the kettle and rinse out several times with
clean water. Take care not to inhale fumes.

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UK Guarantee
This Cuisinart appliance is guaranteed for consumer use for 3 years. This
guarantee covers defects under normal use from date of purchase and
ceases to be valid in the event of alteration or repairs by unauthorised
persons. If the appliance does not perform satisfactorily due to defects in
materials or manufacture, it will be repaired or replaced through Conair
UK After Sales Service. No responsibility will be accepted for any damage
caused in transit. The Conair Group Ltd reserves the right to amend terms
and specifications without prior notice.
This guarantee in no way affects your statutory rights.
UK After Sales Service
For further advice on using the appliance or should you need to
return your product, please contact the Conair Customer Care Line on
03702 406902 (09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday) or email your enquiry to
[email protected]
The return address is:
Customer Care Centre
Conair Logistics
Unit 4 Revolution Park
Buckshaw Avenue
Buckshaw Village
Chorley
PR7 7DW
Please enclose your returns number, name and address details, together
with a copy of proof of purchase and details of the fault.

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UK Wiring Instructions
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
nBLUE = NEUTRAL
nBROWN = LIVE
nYELLOW & GREEN = EARTH
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the colour marking identifying the terminals on your plug,
proceed as follows:
nThe wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N
nThe wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L
nThe wire which is coloured YELLOW & GREEN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter E or the symbol
This appliance is supplied fitted with a BS1363 mains plug and a BS1362
13A fuse. If this plug is removed from the appliance please ensure it is
disposed of safely as a disconnected plug is dangerous if reconnected to
the mains. If any other type of plug is used, a 13A fuse must be fitted.
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this
product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be handed
over to an appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about the recycling of this product,
please contact your local council office or your household waste disposal
service.

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