Morphy Richards IBESSENTIALK User manual

Your two year guarantee
It is important to retain the retailers receipt
as proof of purchase. Staple your receipt to
this back cover for future reference.
Please quote the following information if
the product develops a fault. These numbers
can be found on the base of the product.
Model no. Serial no.
All Morphy Richards products are
individually tested before leaving the factory.
In the unlikely event of any appliance proving
to be faulty within 28 days of purchase it
should be returned to the place of purchase
for it to be replaced.
If the fault develops after 28 days and
within 24 months of original purchase, you
should contact the Helpline number quoting
Model number and Serial number on the
product, or write to Morphy Richards at the
address shown.
You will be asked to return the product (in
secure, adequate packaging) to the address
below along with a copy of proof of
purchase.
Subject to the exclusions set out below (see
Exclusions) the faulty appliance will then be
repaired or replaced and dispatched usually
within 7 working days of receipt.
If for any reason this item is replaced
during the 2 year guarantee period, the
guarantee on the new item will be calculated
from original purchase date. Therefore it is
vital to retain your original till receipt or
invoice to indicate the date of initial
purchase.
To qualify for the 2 year guarantee the
appliance must have been used according to
the manufacturers instructions. For example
kettles should have been regularly descaled.
EXCLUSIONS
Morphy Richards shall not be liable to
replace or repair the goods under the terms
of the guarantee where:
1The fault has been caused or is
attributable to accidental use, misuse,
negligent use or used contrary to the
manufacturers recommendations or where
the fault has been caused by power
surges or damage caused in transit.
2The appliance has been used on a voltage
supply other than that stamped on the
products.
3Repairs have been attempted by persons
other than our service staff (or authorised
dealer).
4Where the appliance has been used for
hire purposes or non domestic use.
5Morphy Richards are not liable to carry
out any type of servicing work, under the
guarantee.
6Plastic filters for all Morphy Richards
kettles and coffee makers are not covered
by the guarantee.
This guarantee does not confer any rights
other than those expressly set out above and
does not cover any claims for consequential
loss or damage. This guarantee is offered as
an additional benefit and does not affect your
statutory rights as a consumer.
• This guarantee is valid in the UK and
Ireland only.
Morphy Richards products are intended for
household use only.
Morphy Richards has a policy of continuous
improvement in product quality and design.
The company, therefore reserves the right
to change the specification of its models at
any time.
Registered address
The After Sales Division
Morphy Richards Ltd, Mexborough
South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours)
UK 0870 060 2611
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119
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Essentials kettle
Please read and keep these instructions
www.morphyrichards.co.uk
getting the best from
your new kettle...
• Empty the water out of the kettle after first boiling
To clean away any deposits that are left in the kettle after the
manufacturing process.
• Descale as appropriate for the hardness of the
water in your area
It is important to descale as the performance of the kettle and auto
switch-off will be impaired.
• Safety first
Always pour water slowly and carefully to prevent the splashing of
scalding water.
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Important safety
instructions
The use of any electrical appliance
requires the following common sense safety
rules.
Primarily there is danger of injury or
death and secondly the danger of damage
to the appliance. These are indicated in the
text by the following two conventions:
WARNING: Danger to the person!
IMPORTANT: Damage to the appliance! In
addition we offer the following safety advice.
Location
• Always locate your kettle away from the
edge of the worktop.
• Ensure that the kettle is used on a firm,
flat surface.
• Do not use the kettle outdoors or in a
bathroom.
• WARNING: Do not place the kettle onto
a metal tray or metal surface whilst in
use.
Children
• Children do not understand the dangers
associated with operating electrical
appliances. Never allow children to use
this appliance.
• Teach children to be aware of dangers in
the kitchen, warn them of the dangers of
reaching up to areas where they cannot
see properly or should not be reaching.
Mains lead
• The mains lead should reach from the
socket to the base unit without straining
the connections. Reduce the length of
the lead by storing the excess in the
cord storage facility in the base unit.
• Do not let the mains lead hang over the
edge of the worktop where a child could
reach it.
• Do not let the lead run across an open
space e.g. between a low socket and
table.
• Do not let the lead run across a cooker
or toaster or other hot area which might
damage the cable.
• Do not place the kettle where the mains
lead could fall into a sink.
Your safety
• Always pour hot water slowly and
carefully without tipping the kettle too
fast to prevent splashing and spillage.
• Extreme caution must be used when
moving a kettle containing hot water.
• Do not touch hot surfaces, use handles
or knobs.
• Always close the lid securely, otherwise
the kettle may not switch off
automatically and may spit out boiling
water.
• Avoid contact with steam from the spout
when the water is boiling or just after it
has switched off.
• Take care if opening the lid for re-filling
when the kettle is hot.
• Do not fill above the MAX mark,
otherwise boiling water may be ejected.
• Do not hold the switch in the on position
or tamper with the switch to fix it in the
on position as this may cause damage to
the switch-off mechanism.
• Unplug from the outlet before cleaning.
• Allow to cool before putting on or taking
off parts and before cleaning.
Treating scalds
• Run cold water over the affected area
immediately. Do not stop to remove
clothing, get medical help quickly.
Other safety considerations
• To protect against fire, electric shock and
personal injury do not immerse cord,
plug or kettle in water or any other liquid.
• Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Ring the
helpline number for advice on
examination and repair.
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• The use of attachments or tools not
recommended or sold by Morphy
Richards may cause fire, electric shock
or injury.
• Do not attempt to connect any other
appliance to the base unit or this
appliance to another base unit.
• Do not tamper with the connector in any
way.
• Do not use the kettle for any use other
than to boil water.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not place the kettle on or near a hot
gas or electric burner or in a heated
oven.
• The kettle must not be on the base unit
when being filled with water.
• The mains lead of the cordless base
cannot be repaired. If the mains lead is
damaged, the cordless base should be
discarded and replaced.
• Unplug from the outlet when not in use.
Electrical requirements
Check that the voltage on the rating
plate of your appliance corresponds with
your house electricity supply which must be
A.C. (Alternating current).
For appliances with fitted plug.
If the socket outlets in your home are not
suitable for the plug supplied with this
appliance the plug should be removed and
the appropriate one fitted.
IMPORTANT : THE PLUG REMOVED
FROM THE MAINS LEAD, IF SEVERED,
MUST BE DESTROYED AS A PLUG WITH A
BARED FLEXIBLE CORD IS HAZARDOUS
IF ENGAGED INTO A LIVE SOCKET
OUTLET.
Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug
require changing a 13 amp BS1362 fuse
must be fitted.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE EARTHED.
Features
⁄ Lid lock
¤ Lid
‹ Spout filter
› Element
fiBase connector
fl Base unit (cordless version)
‡ Cord storage
· On off switch / Power on neon
‚ Water level indicator
„ Cord outlet
‰ Socket (corded version)
⁄
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‹
›
fi
fl
·
‚
„
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‡
‰
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Using
Filling the kettle
1Wherever possible fill through the spout,
as this helps to free the filter from
limescale build-up.
• The integrated water level indicator
allows you to easily see the amount of
water in the kettle.
• Always ensure that the level of water in
the kettle is filled to at least the minimum
level shown on the water gauge.
• Boil only as much water as you need as
this saves electricity.
Corded models
2Push the mains lead connector firmly
into the kettle socket ‰.
Cordless models
2Take the kettle to the base unit, hold the
kettle level and then gently but firmly,
push the rear of the kettle down to
engage it with the base unit connector.
3Plug in and switch on at the wall socket.
4Switch the kettle on. The ‘power on’
neon, will light up.
5When the water boils the kettle will
switch off automatically.
• If you are using the kettle for the first
time, pour away the boiled water and
refill.
Corded models
6Pull the mains lead connector out of the
kettle.
Cordless models
6Lift the kettle from the base unit by the
handle ensuring you hold the kettle level.
• To re-boil, switch to ON again. If the
kettle has just switched off wait a minute
or so before switching it back on again.
• If you do not put in enough water, or
switch on the kettle when it is empty, the
safety cut-out will switch off the power
automatically. If this happens, refill and
wait a few minutes for the element to
cool, then use as normal.
Filter removal
1Open the lid.
2Lift the filter upwards from its location.
3To refit the filter, slot it into the side wall
guides and press down firmly. Ensure
the filter is correctly located into the
central guide.
WARNING: Unless the filter is fitted
correctly, the kettle lid may not close and
lock securely and the kettle may not
switch off automatically.
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Descaling
IMPORTANT: This kettle must be
descaled regularly. The frequency of
descaling depends on usage and the
hardness of the water in your area.
Excessive scale can cause the kettle to
switch off before boiling and may damage
the element invalidating the warranty.
It is essential that regular descaling takes
place.
Remove hard scale using a proprietary
descaling product suitable for plastic
kettles.
We recommend Oust Descaler for plastic
kettles (please follow the instructions
carefully) which may be purchased from our
Helpline or from your local retailer.
Alternatively use citric acid crystals
(available from most pharmacies) as
follows.
1Fill the kettle 3/4 full, boil, then unplug
the kettle (remove the cordless kettle
from the base unit) and stand it in an
empty sink or bowl.
2Add 50gm of citric acid crystals to the
water gradually, then leave the kettle to
stand. Do not use a more concentrated
solution.
3As soon as the effervescence subsides,
empty the kettle and rinse it thoroughly
with cold water.
4Wipe the outside of the kettle thoroughly
with a damp cloth to remove all traces of
acid which may damage the finish.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the electrical
connections are completely dry before
using the kettle.
Cleaning
WARNING: Always disconnect the plug
from the mains and allow the kettle to cool
before cleaning.
Wipe the outside with a damp cloth.
IMPORTANT: Do not use abrasive
cleaners on the outside of the kettle which
may scratch the surface.
Helpline
If you have any difficulty with your
appliance, do not hesitate to call us. We’re
more likely to be able to help than the store
from where you bought it.
Please have the following information
ready to enable our staff to deal with your
query quickly:
• Name of the product
• Model number as shown on the
underside of the appliance.
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