Kuchef KE-7096 User manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
N13275
Model Number KE-7096
1.7L Glass Kettle
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
1300 886 649
AUS MODEL: KE-7096 PRODUCT CODE: 39433 08/2014
01 Warranty Details
02 Welcome
03 General Safety Instructions
06 Product Overview
07 Getting Started
08 Instructions
10 Other Useful Information
13 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice
Contents
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1.7L Glass Kettle
Warranty Details
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for
a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this
warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded
at our discretion, solely at our option with no charge for parts and labour. The
benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies
in respect of the product that the consumer has under the Competition and
Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure
and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You
are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
YEAR WARRANTY
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Welcome
Congratulations on choosing to buy a Kuchef®product.
All products brought to you by Kuchef®are manufactured to the highest
standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of
customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive
3Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
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General Safety Instructions
Read this manual thoroughly before first use, the safety precautions enclosed
herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to.
Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, along with the completed
warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If applicable, pass these instructions
on to the next owner of the appliance.
Always follow basic safety precautions and accident prevention measures when
using an electrical appliance, including the following:
Electrical safety and cord handling
• Make sure your outlet voltage and circuit frequency correspond to the
voltage stated on the appliance rating label and your outlet socket is properly
earthed. If this is not the case, contact the after sales support line and do not
use the kettle.
• Do not use any other appliance at the same time on the same electrical
circuit as it may overload the circuit and blow the fuse or circuit breaker.
• To protect against fire and electric shock, do not immerse the cord, plug,
power base or the kettle itself in water or other liquid. Do not expose the
electrical connections to water.
• The cord should be run in such a way that there will be no risk of anyone
pulling it inadvertently.
• Do not kink, bend, squash, strain or damage the power cord and protect it
from sharp edges and heat. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table
or benchtop. Do not let it touch hot surfaces.
• Do not pick up or operate the appliance if the power supply cord, plug,
power base or kettle housing is damaged, or after it malfunctions or has
been damaged in any manner.
• A damaged cord or plug must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
• In case of damage, contact the after sales support line for advice.
• Make sure all electrical connections are clean and dry before switching on.
• NOTE: Unless your home is already fitted with a residual current device
(safety switch), we recommend using this kettle with a residual
current device to lessen the risk of scalding or other injury from hot
water that may be ejected if the heating element ruptures. Contact a
qualified electrician for advice.
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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
Usage conditions and restrictions
• This appliance is intended for domestic use only, which includes use in
households, staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, farm houses and in other
working environments, by clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfast
establishments and other residential type environments.
• This product is not intended for commercial use.
• Do not use this kettle outdoors.
• Do not use this kettle for anything other than its intended use, and only use
it as described in this manual. Any other use is not recommended and may
cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Only use this kettle with the supplied power base.
• Do not use the power base to power any appliance other than this kettle.
• This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer
or separate remote control system.
• Do not use the kettle to boil anything other than water.
• Do not use the kettle without water in it to avoid damaging the heat elements.
• Improper installation and the use of accessories not recommended by the
appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
• We assume no responsibility for any eventual damages caused by improper
use or inappropriate handling.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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 appliances by a person responsible for their safety.
• The kettle is not a toy. Do not let children play with it.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
Safe usage
• When using the kettle, place it on a flat, secure surface, out of children's
reach, to prevent damage or injury from the kettle overturning.
• Do not place the kettle on or near a hot cooktop or in a heated oven.
• Lift the kettle off the power base to fill it. Never fill the kettle while it sits on
its base. If the base unit becomes wet, unplug it before wiping it dry.
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• To avoid splattering of boiling water, do not overfill the kettle. Make sure
the water level is above the minimum and below the maximum level.
• Make sure the lid is securely closed before switching on the kettle.
• Never leave the filter loose in the kettle, it must sit securely in place in front
of the spout.
• Do not leave the kettle unattended when it is switched on.
• Unplug the kettle from the outlet when it is not in use.
• Unplug the kettle and allow it to cool before putting on or taking off parts
and before cleaning it.
• CAUTION: Make sure the kettle is switched off before taking it off its base.
• To disconnect the appliance, make sure the power switch is in the off
position, then remove the plug from the wall outlet.
• Grip the plug when disconnecting, do not pull the cord.
• NOTE: Should you accidentally allow the kettle to operate without water, the
boil-dry protection will automatically switch it off. If this should occur,
allow the kettle to cool before filling with cold water and re-boiling.
CAUTION: HOT!
• Do not touch any part of the kettle housing when it is in use. The stainless
steel and glass surfaces get hot. Only touch the handle.
• Do not put any part of your hand or body near the kettle when it is switched on.
• Always ensure the lid is closed and do not lift it while the water is boiling.
Scalding may occur if the lid is removed while the water is heating up.
• While water is boiling, or just after the water has finished boiling, avoid
contact with steam from the spout.
• Use extreme caution when moving the kettle containing hot water.
• Always tip the kettle slowly and carefully when pouring boiling water.
• Be careful when opening the lid for refilling; make sure the kettle is not hot.
• Never remove the filter when the kettle contains hot water.
General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
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Product Overview
1 Spout with filter
2 Open button
3 Lid
4 Handle
5 On/off switch
6 Power base
7 Indicator light
8 Transparent glass housing
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Getting Started
Before first use
• Unpack the appliance but keep all packaging materials until you have made
sure your new kettle is undamaged and in good working order. Plastic
wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so
ensure all packaging materials are out of their reach.
• Unwind the cord to its full length and inspect it for damage. Do not use the
appliance if the appliance or its cord have been damaged or are not working
properly. In case of damage, contact our after sales support line for advice
on examination, repair or return of the damaged product.
• Read this manual to familiarise yourself with the kettle. Pay particular
attention to the safety instructions on the previous pages.
• Make sure the appliance is disconnected from the power supply and the on/
off switch is in the OFF position (up).
• Lift the kettle vertically off the power base, open the lid and fill the kettle
with cold water and boil it (as described on the following page), then discard
the water. This is to ensure all oils, dust and other residues left from the
manufacturing process and transport are removed. Repeat this procedure
before using the kettle for boiling water to drink.
• Your new kettle is now ready for use.
Boil-dry protection
The kettle has an automatic shut-off feature that shuts down power to the kettle
if it is empty, preventing accidental operation without water. Once this safety
feature has been activated, unplug the kettle and let it cool down for a few
minutes before filling it with cold water.
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Instructions
Using the kettle
1. To fill the kettle, remove it from the power base and open the lid (Fig. 1). Fill
with the desired amount of cold tap water, then close the lid.
2. Make sure to fill the kettle at least to the minimum (0.5L) but not beyond
the maximum (1.7L) level. Too little water will result in the kettle switching
off before the water has boiled; too much water will result in boiling water
spilling out of the spout when boiling. Take care that no water spills onto the
power base.
3. Ensure that the lid is firmly in place before positioning the kettle on the power
base. With dry hands, plug the power base into an appropriate wall outlet
and switch on power at the outlet.
4. Press down the on/off switch below the handle (Fig. 2). The indicator light will
light up and the water will start heating up. Do not open the lid during use.
NOTE: Ensure that the switch is free of obstructions and the lid is firmly closed.
The kettle will not turn off if the switch is constrained or the lid is open.
Fig.1
Fig.2
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Instructions (Cont.)
NOTE:
• The kettle takes 15–20 seconds to turn off when boiling – this is not a fault.
• Should you accidentally allow the kettle to operate without water, the boil-
dry protection will automatically switch it off. If this should occur, allow the
kettle to cool before filling with cold water and re-boiling.
5. The kettle will automatically switch off when the water has boiled: the on/off
switch will return to the OFF position and the power indicator will no longer
be illuminated.
6. Wait until the water inside the kettle has completely stopped bubbling before
pouring. Holding it by the handle, carefully lift the kettle off the power base.
CAUTION!
Take care when pouring the water to avoid scalding from boiling water
or hot steam. Do not open the lid while the water in the kettle is hot.
7. To stop the heating process at any time during operation, press the on/off
switch upwards.
8. To re-boil the water, allow the kettle to cool for 15~20 seconds before
pushing down the switch again to boil the water.
9. The kettle may be stored on the power base but make sure the power supply
is turned off when the kettle is not in use.
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Other Useful Information
Cleaning and care
WARNING!
• Always disconnect the kettle from the power outlet and allow it to cool
before cleaning.
• Never immerse the kettle, cord or power base in water. All connections
and sockets must be kept dry.
The outside of your kettle only requires occasional wiping with a damp cloth and
mild, non-abrasive household detergent, if necessary, then wipe dry.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the kettle, do not use scouring pads, steel wool,
solvents or harsh chemical or alkaline cleaning agents.
Removal of mineral deposits
From time to time, you may need to clean off any mineral deposits (limescale) left
by water inside your kettle to keep it operating efficiently. How often you have to
do this depends on the water hardness in your area and on how often you use
the kettle. If scaling is a problem in your area, it is important that you clean the
inside of the kettle regularly as scale build-up will damage the heating element
and impair the boil-dry safety feature.
You can use a commercially available descaling agent for household products
(according to the instructions on the packet) to descale the kettle, or a simple
water and vinegar solution and follow the steps below.
1. Fill the kettle with 3 cups of white vinegar and the remainder with water.
2. Let this mixture stand in the kettle overnight. Do not boil.
3. Empty the solution from the kettle. Any stains remaining inside the spout can
be removed by rubbing with a damp cloth.
4. Fill the kettle with fresh, clean water, let it boil and then discard the water.
Repeat with clean, fresh water until all traces of vinegar are removed.
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Service and repair
Do not attempt to dismantle the kettle or power base. The unit contains no user-
serviceable parts inside. If you have any problems with the kettle, contact the
after sales support line for advice on repair or replacement.
Storage
When in storage or not in use, the power cord may be wound around the cord
storage under the bottom of kettle.
Responsible disposal
At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household
rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have
a detrimental effect on the environment and human health if disposed of
inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical
consumer goods and dispose of it appropriately for recycling. Contact your local
authorities for advice on recycling facilities in your area.
Other Useful Information (Cont.)
SPOTS ON THE BASE?
It is possible that spots of what looks like rust may appear on the base.
This is caused by impurities in the water, it is not a fault.
Cleaning the filter
Clean the filter regularly to ensure an easy flow of water. Take out the filter from in
front of the spout and under running water, rub the filter gently with your fingers.
Be careful not to use anything that could tear or damage the filter when cleaning.
Descale the filter at regular intervals. Soak it in a descaling solution, rub off any
residues gently with your fingers and then rinse the filter thoroughly.
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Repair and Refurbished
Goods or Parts Notice
Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to
be returned to the supplier for repair.
Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data
(such as files stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on
a mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on
a games console or files stored on a USB memory stick) during the process of
repair, some or all of your stored data may be lost. We recommend you save this
data elsewhere prior to sending the product for repair.
You should also be aware that rather than repairing goods, we may replace them with
refurbished goods of the same type or use refurbished parts in the repair process.
Please be assured though, refurbished parts or replacements are only used
where they meet ALDI’s stringent quality specifications.
If at any time you feel your repair is being handled unsatisfactorily, you may
escalate your complaint. Please telephone us on 1300 886 649 or write to us at:
Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd ABN 70 106 100 252
PO BOX 6056 Frenchs Forest, Sydney, Australia NSW 2086
Telephone: 1300 886 649 (Aust) - Fax: (02) 9975 2688
Tempo Help Desk: 1300 886 649 (Aust)
(Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 08:30am to 06:00pm EST)
Email: [email protected]g
YEAR WARRANTY
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1.7L Glass Kettle
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
1300 886 649
AUS MODEL: KE-7096 PRODUCT CODE: 39433 08/2014
Warranty returns
Should you for any reason need to return this product for
a warranty claim, make sure to include all accessories with
the product.
Product does not work?
If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to
perform to your expectations, make sure to contact our
After Sales Support Centre on 1300 886 649 before
returning it to the store for a refund.
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