KitchenAid 5KEK1222A User manual

5KEK1222A
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2 | PARTS AND FEATURES
PARTS AND FEATURES
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Water fill
location
Filter
Base with power cord
ON/OFF
switch with
LED indicator
Lid
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ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY | 3
ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY
ON/OFF
switch with
LED indicator
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Warning: Misuse may cause potential injury.
3. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
4. To protect against re, electrical shock and injury to
persons do not immerse base, cord, plug, or Electric
Kettle in water or other liquids.
5. Warning: Avoid spillage on the connector.
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4 | ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY
ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY
6. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of
children aged less than 8 years. Appliances can be
used by persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
7. The heating element surface is subject to residual heat
after use. Unplug Electric Kettle from outlet and allow
to cool before cleaning or removing parts.
8. Do not operate Electric Kettle with a damaged cord,
plug, or other malfunction. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to
avoid a hazard.
9. The Electric Kettle is only to be used with the base
provided. Use of replacement parts not recommended
by manufacturer may result in re, shock, or injury to
persons.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over counter or table edges, or
allow to come into contact with heated surfaces.
12. Do not use near or on a hot gas or electric burner
stove.
13. The Electric Kettle should only be used to heat water.
14. Do not use the Electric Kettle without lid properly
closed.
15. Do not use the Electric Kettle with a loose or
weakened handle.
16. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
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ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY
17. Do not clean Electric Kettle with abrasive cleaners,
steel wool, or other abrasive materials.
18. This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other
working environments;
- farm houses;
- by clients in hotels, motels and other residential
type environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
Not designed for commercial use.
19. Do not overll Electric Kettle. If the Electric Kettle
is overlled, boiling water may be ejected.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Volts: 220–240 V.A.C.
Hertz: 50/60 Hz
Watts: 1850–2200
NOTE: The Electric Kettle has a grounded
plug. To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit in the
outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do
not modify the plug in any way.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualied
electrician or serviceman install an outlet
near the appliance.
A short power supply cord (or detachable
power supply cord) should be used to
reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY
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USING THE ELECTRIC KETTLE | 7
USING THE ELECTRIC KETTLE
Before rst use, ll the Electric Kettle to the maximum level, then boil and discard the water.
NOTE: The Electric Kettle is designed for water only. Do not put any other liquids
or substances in the Electric Kettle.
1Remove the lid from the kettle. Fill
the Electric Kettle with water. 2Replace the lid. Do not use
the Electric Kettle without lid
properly closed.
3Place the Electric Kettle on the base. 4
Turn the Electric Kettle ON by
pressing the ON/OFF switch down.
The LED indicator will light. Electric
Kettle will automatically turn OFF
when water has finished boiling.
5You may also turn the Electric Kettle
off by raising the switch to the OFF
position.
BEFORE FIRST USE
HEATING WATER
IMPORTANT: Unplug cord when Electric
Kettle is not in use.
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8 | CARE AND CLEANING
The Electric Kettle features a removable mesh lter that traps scale deposits for cleaner
water. The lter will need to be cleaned periodically—more often if you have hard water.
1
The exterior of the Electric Kettle
may be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Dry and polish the Electric Kettle
with a soft cloth. Abrasives and
scouring agents of any kind are
not recommended.
1
To access filter: Open the lid; the
filter is located behind spout inside
Electric Kettle. Grasp the top of
the filter to remove.
2
Clean under hot water with a soft
brush or cloth to remove deposits,
and replace filter by sliding the filter
into the slot behind the spout.
CARE AND CLEANING
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
CLEANING THE FILTER
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning always
disconnect the Electric Kettle from
electrical outlet. Make sure the
Electric Kettle has cooled completely.
NOTE: If calcium deposits remain on the filter, let it stand overnight in a solution of
water and white vinegar. Rinse the filter thoroughly and replace in the Electric Kettle.
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CARE AND CLEANING | 9
CARE AND CLEANING
To get the best performance from your Electric Kettle, decalcication will be necessary.
Calcium deposits may form on the interior metal parts of the Electric Kettle. The cleaning
interval will depend on the hardness of the water you put in the Electric Kettle.
1Fill the Electric Kettle with 250 ml
(1 cup) white vinegar. Add 750 ml
(3 cups) water. Turn kettle ON.
2Empty solution from Electric Kettle
and repeat process twice. Electric
Kettle is now ready for use.
REMOVING MINERAL DEPOSITS FROM THE INTERIOR
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