Hamilton Beach 40992-SAU User manual

Electric Kettle
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Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc.
4421 Waterfront Drive
Glen Allen, VA 23060 USA
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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1. Read all instructions.
2. T his appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduce physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and
instructed concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
3. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
4. Do not touch hot surfaces or hot water. Use
handles or knobs. Care must be taken as burns
can occur from touching hot parts or from
spilled, hot liquid.
5. To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury
to persons, do not immerse cord, plug, power
base, or electric kettle in water or other liquid.
6. Unplug from socket when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting
on or taking off parts and before cleaning the
appliance.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged
supply cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged
in any manner. Supply cord replacement and
repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer,
its service agent, or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided
customer service number for information on
examination, repair, or adjustment.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

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8. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by the appliance manufacturer
may result in fire, electrical shock, or personal
injury.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Kettle must be operated on a flat surface away
from the edge of counter to prevent accidental
tipping.
11. The kettle must only be used with stand
provided.
12. To avoid boiling water from being ejected, do
not fill kettle above the maximum capacity mark.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or
counter or touch hot surfaces, including the
stove.
14. Do not place electric kettle on or near a hot gas
or electric burner or in a heated oven.
15. To disconnect electric kettle, turn any control to
OFF ( ) and then remove plug from wall socket.
Never pull on the cord to remove the plug from
a socket as this can damage the cord and cause
a risk of fire and electric shock.
16. Do not use appliance for other than intended
use.
17. Do not use for other than heating water. Other
liquids or food will contaminate the interior and
void warranty.
18. Do not allow kettle to boil dry.
19.To avoid circuit overload, do not operate
another high-wattage appliance on the same
circuit.
20.Scalding may occur if the lid is opened during
the heating cycle.
21.Be certain kettle lid is securely in place during
operation and when pouring hot water. Do not
use force when placing lid on kettle.

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22. CAUTION! In order to avoid a hazard
due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-
out, this appliance must not be supplied through
an external switching device, such as a timer, or
connected to a circuit that is regularly switched
on and off by the utility.
24. Your plug is provided with a 13-amp fuse
approved by ASTA to B.S. 1362. If you
need a replacement fuse carrier, it must be
replaced with the same colour-coded carrier with
the same markings. Fuse covers and carriers
can be obtained from approved service agents .
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar
applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other
working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, and
other residential-type environments; and bed and breakfast-type
environments.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce
the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a
longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used.
The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater
than the rating of the appliance. If the appliance is of the grounded type,
the extension cord should be a grounding-type, 3-wire cord. Care must
be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over
the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or
accidentally tripped over.
Other Consumer Safety Information
Recycling the Product at the End of Its Service Life
The wheeled bin symbol marked on this appliance signifies that it
must be taken over by a selective collection system conforming to the
WEEE Directive so that it can be either recycled or dismantled in order
to reduce any impact on the environment. The user is responsible for
returning the product to the appropriate collection facility, as specified
by your local code. For additional information regarding applicable local
laws, please contact the municipal facility and/or local distributor.

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Parts and Features Lid
Water Window
Anti-Scale
Mesh Filter
(inside spout)
Cord Wrap
Power Switch
Power
Base
Adjustable Temperature
Control
Power Switch
(with indicator light)
Adjustable
Temperature
Control
(with indicator
light)
Lid-Opening Button
NOTE: Press power switch down
to turn the kettle ON (I). The
red indicator light will come on.
When the water is heated and
ready, the power switch will flip
to the OFF ( ) position and the
indicator light will turn off.
Model 40992-SAU
Type: K22
Ratings:
220–240 V~ 50–60 Hz 1850-2200 Watts

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Using the Electric Kettle
Burn Hazard. Do not overfill kettle. Boiling
water may spit out of the spout.
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NOTE: Press power switch down
to turn the kettle ON (I). The red
indicator light will come on.
When the water is heated and
ready, the power switch will flip
to the OFF ( ) position and the
indicator light will turn off.
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NOTE: Only use kettle to heat
water. If kettle is used to heat
other liquids, such as coffee or
tea, the warranty will be voided.

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Tea Guide
• Bring filtered or good-tasting tap water to a boil in the kettle.
Use 6 ounces (177 ml) of water per cup of tea.
• If using loose tea instead of tea bags, measure 1 rounded
teaspoon of tea per cup into an infuser and place the infuser
in the cup. If no infuser is available, put the tea directly into
the cup.
• Pour heated water directly over the tea. For stronger tea,
add more leaves rather than infusing longer than is
recommended.
NOTE: Tea that is oversteeped will become bitter.
Recommended Temperature Settings and Steeping Times
NOTE: Recommended temperature settings are based on
brewing a full pot of water and can vary depending on a
number of factors, such as altitude, impurities in the water,
and the amount of water in the kettle.

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How to Clean
Electrical Shock Hazard. Do not immerse kettle,
power base, or plug in water or any other liquid.
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1. With kettle unplugged, empty any remaining water and rinse.
Allow kettle to cool. To avoid scale/lime deposit buildup, empty
kettle after each use.
2. To remove discoloration or scale/lime deposit from heating
element: Place 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cream of tartar (available in
the spice aisle of grocery store) into the kettle. Then fill the kettle
1/2 full with water. Plug in, turn ON (I), and bring to boil. Turn OFF
( ) , let cool, and rinse several times with clean tap water.
3. Wipe the exterior of kettle with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive
scouring pads or powders since they may scratch the smooth
surface of the kettle.
To Remove Mesh Filter:
The mesh filter is visible through
the kettle lid opening. Pull
upwards on the tab to remove.
Rinse filter periodically.
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To Replace Mesh Filter:
To replace, slide the filter back
into the slot, ensuring the tab is
facing inwards. The filter will fit
only one way.

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PROBLEM
Kettle boils dry.
Kettle does not work.
Kettle floor discolors.
PROBABLE CAUSE
If your kettle is accidentally switched on without being filled with water, or is allowed
to boil dry, the kettle will shut off automatically. You should:
• Turn the switch to OFF ( ) , unplug, and wait about 15 minutes for the element to
cool down.
• Refill the kettle; then use as normal and check that the kettle functions correctly.
Make these simple checks before calling the toll-free customer assistance number:
• Have you turned power switch 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 switch to OFF ( ) , wait 15 minutes, and try again.
• Is cord firmly plugged into the socket?
It is normal for stainless steel heating elements to discolor. This does not affect the
performance of the kettle. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleaners since this
may damage the stainless steel surface.
Troubleshooting

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