DeLonghi KB Series User manual

De’Longhi Appliances via Seitz, 47 31100 Treviso Italia 1771046IDL/09.13

KB Series
Cordless kettle
Instructions for use

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The exible mains lead is supplied connected to a B.S. 1363 fused plug
having a fuse of 13 amp capacity.Should this plug not t the socket outlets in your home, it should be cut o and replaced with
a suitable plug, following the procedure outlined below. Note: Such a plug cannot be used for any other appliance and should
therefore be properly disposed of, (having removed the fuse) and not left where children might nd it and plug it into a supply
socket - with the obvious consequent danger. If the plug is a moulded-on type the fuse cover must be retted. If the fuse cover is
lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that of
the coloured insert in the base of the fuse recess or elsewhere on the plug. Always state this colour when ordering a replacement
fuse cover. N.B.We recommend the use of good quality plugs and wall sockets that can be switched o when the machine is not
in use. important: the wires in the mains lead tted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are securely
retained in each terminal. Do not forget to tighten the mains lead clamp on the plug. If your electricity supply point has only
two pin socket outlets, or if you are in doubt, consult a qualied electrician. Should the mains lead ever require replacement,
it is essential that this operation be carried out by a qualied electrician and should only be replaced with a exible cord of the
same size. Only 13amp replacement fuses which are asta approved to B.S. 1362 should be tted.This appliance conforms to the
Norms EN 55014 regarding the suppression of radio interference.
green and yellow
blue
brown
earth
neutral
live
Electrical connection (uk only)
Green and Yellow to Earth
13 amp Fuse
Brown to Liv
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Cord Clamp
Blue to Neutral

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DESCRIPTION

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing this De’Longhi kettle. To get the best
results from your new kettle, read these instructions carefully
and retain for future reference. This is the only way to ensure
optimum results and maximum safety. Please read these
instructions before operating and retain for future reference.
Symbols used in these instructions
Important warnings are identied by the symbols below.
It is important to respect the warnings. Failure to respect the
warnings could lead to electric shock, serious injury, burns,
re or damage to the appliance.
Danger!
Failure to observe the warning may result in life threatening
injury by electric shock.
Important!
Failure to observe the warning could result in injury or
damage to the appliance.
Danger of burns!!
Failure to observe the warning could result in burns or scalds.
Please note:
This symbol indicates recommendations and important
information for the user.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Danger!
• 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 in the
bathroom or near any source of water.
Do not use outdoors.
• Do not use the kettle if you have wet
hands.
• Keep the kettle, the power base, and
the mains lead away from hotplates,
hobs or burners.
Important!
• The appliance is designed and
produced for domestic use only. It is
not suitable for use in: sta kitchens
in shops, oces and other workplaces,
farm houses, hotels, motels or other
holidayaccommodation,guest houses.
• Take care when pouring - do not over-
tilt the kettle as water may enter into
the switch mechanism.
• 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
surfaceandoutofthereachofchildren.
• Do not allow the mains lead to hang
over the edge of the table or work
surface.
• This appliance can be used by children
aged 8 upwards and by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or who lack of experience
and knowledge if they are supervised
or have been given instructions
concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children must not play with
the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance must
not be carried out by children unless
they are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of
the reach of children under 8 years of
age.
• Donotoperatethekettleonan inclined
surface.
• Do not place any utensils into
the kettle. The use of accessory
attachments not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may result in
re, electric shock or personal injury.

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• Never use the kettle without its lid and
lter.
Danger of burns!!
• Do not touch hot surfaces i.e. body or
lid. Use handles or knobs.
• Avoid contact with steam coming out
of the spout when pouring, and out of
the lid or spout when relling.
Please note:
• Ensure that your mains supply voltage
is the same as that marked on the
underside of your kettle.
• Do not remove the lid while the kettle
is boiling.
• Remove the plug from the mains
socket when not in use and before
cleaning. Allow the kettle to cool
before cleaning.
• Remove the kettle from its power base
before lling.
• Never move the kettle while it is in use.
• 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.
• Position the kettle properly on the
power base before switching on.
• Use the kettle only with the power
base supplied (and vice versa).
• Do not operate this kettle if the mains
lead or plug is damaged, if the kettle
malfunctions, or has been damaged in
any manner. Please contact Customer
Experience, see enclosed guarantee.
• 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. Please contact
Customer Experience, see enclosed
guarantee.
• If the kettle is overlled, boiling water
may overow.
The appliance complies with the
following EC directive:
- Materials and accessories coming
into contact with food conform to EC
regulation 1935/2004.
Disposing of the appliance
In compliance with European directive 2002/96/
EC, the appliance must not be disposed of with
household waste, but taken to an authorised waste
separation and recycling centre.
SERVICE AND CUSTOMER CARE
• If the cord is damaged it must, for safety reasons, be
checked by Delonghi Customer Experience.
• Please refer to the enclosed guarantee leaet for service
and assistance details.
USE
Using for the rst time
• Before use, check that the appliance has not been
damaged during transport.
• Remove all packaging from the kettle and power base.
• Remove any labels from the outer surfaces except the
rating label.
• Remove the lter (g. 1) and wash with water (g. 2).
Refer to page 7.“Removing the scale lter”
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• Fill the kettle and boil.
• The boiled water
should be discarded
and the kettle rinsed
out with cold water.
This procedure should
be carried out three
times, to remove any
manufacturing dust,
etc.
• After the kettle has been rinsed out, re-t the lter (g.
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 (g. 4).
• Do not leave loose cord hanging over the edge of work
surfaces.
Filling
• Remove the kettle from the base unit before lling.
• Remove the lid and ll the kettle to the desired level.
Do not ll with less than 0.5 litres of water (min
level) to prevent the kettle running dry while in use;
misuse of this kind will shorten the life of the element.
Do not ll with more than 1.7 litres of water (max.
level).
If the kettle is overlled, there is a risk that
boiling water may overow and cause burns.
• To close the lid, push it onto the kettle body until it clicks
rmly 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 mains socket.
• Place the kettle on the
power base.
• Push the ON/OFF switch
down (g.5) to switch
the kettle on.
• The power-on indicator lights will illuminate.
• The kettle will automatically switch o once the water
is boiled (the ON/OFF switch will click upwards and the
lights will switch o ).
• To turn the kettle o 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 o 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 tted with an ON/OFF switch which
automatically switches o 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
which will switch o the power. If this cut-out operates,
disconnect the kettle from the mains supply and
leave to cool down before relling with cold water
(otherwise the element could be damaged).
It will reset automatically when cooled down.
3) If the kettle is lifted from base while operating (ON), it
will automatically switch o.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the kettle
• Allow the kettle to cool down fully and disconnect the
appliance from the mains before cleaning.
• ONLY USE WATER FOR 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.
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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
lm on the walls, element and on the surface of the water.
The water may look like it has white coloured pieces of plastic
oating on the surface. On traditional kettle elements,
scale forms a hard white “crust” which adversely aects
performance and reduces the life of the element. As soon
as you notice a lm forming on the water, or on the interior
walls of the kettle, simply rinse the kettle and wipe it out.
Scale lter
Your kettle is tted with a scale lter to prevent loose
particles of scale being poured into your beverage. This lter
is both removable and washable. The frequency with which
you will need to clean any scale deposits from your lter will
depend on the hardness of water in your area and how often
you use the kettle. You should remove and clean the water
lter when you notice any deposits being left on the lter or
if the pouring eciency is impaired.
Removing the scale lter
• 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,
cream or anything which might taint the water.
• Empty the kettle and remove the lter as shown in
gure 1.
• Rinse under a tap while brushing with a soft brush (g.
2).
• Replace the lter (g. 3).
Descaling
It is vital to clean and descale the kettle and lter regularly in
order to maintain it in good working order. Failure to descale
your kettle may invalidate your guarantee.
• It is recommended to use specic (store bought)
products for descaling of kettles.
• When limescale starts to build up on the heating
element, buy a suitable descaler and descale your
kettle. After descaling, boil with fresh water several
times and discard. Clean any descaler o the kettle – it
can damage the parts.
• If the lter requires descaling, remove the lter and
place into the kettle whilst descaling.
• Ensure that the electrical connections are completely
dry before using the kettle.