Salton JK1657 User manual

Instruction Booklet
Model: JK1657
variable
temperature kettle
1.7 litres

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or
the appliance in water or other liquid.
4. 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.
5. 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 the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
6. Unplug from outlet 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 cord or plug or after
the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the manufacturer for examination,
repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment. All servicing, other
than cleaning, should be performed by an authorized service
representative. See Warranty section.
8. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton
 mayresultinre,electricshockorpersonalinjury.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10.Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
11.Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.
12.Alwaysattachplugtoappliancerst,thenplugcordintothewall 
 outlet.Todisconnect,turnanycontrolto‘OFF’,thenremove  
plug from wall outlet.
13.Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
14.Do not leave unit unattended while in use.
15.Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot liquids.
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16.Do not use Kettle without the Lid in place.
17.Scalding may occur if the Lid is opened while the Kettle is hot.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLDUSEONLY
GROUNDED PLUG
To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a grounded plug
(2bladesand1pin).Iftheplugdoesnottfullyintotheelectricaloutlet
contactaqualiedelectrician.Donotmodifythepluginanywayoruse
an adaptor.
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Read all instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
2. Remove all packaging.
3. TheAquascreen®lterhasbeeninstalledinthespoutoftheKettle
during production. If it has been dislodged during shipping check
 insidetheKettleorinthebox.InstalltheFilterbeforeusingtheKettle.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
 •DONOTremoveorinstallthelterwhentheKettleishot.
 •DONOTusethekettlewithoutthelterinposition:
- This may allow water to spit out when boiling
- The kettle may remain in the boil cycle too long once the water
has boiled
- The kettle may not shut off
4. FilltheKettlewith1L(4cups)ofcoldtapwaterandbringtoaboil.
Add 500 mL (2 cups) of white vinegar and let stand for at least 1 hour
or overnight. Discard.
5. Fillthekettletothemaximumlllinewithcoldtapwater.Bringtoa
boil and discard. Repeat.
6. The kettle is ready to use.
HOW TO USE
1. OpentheLidbypressingthebuttoninthemiddleofthelid.Fillthe
Kettle through the lid opening with a minimum of 500 mL (2 cups) of
water.
2. DO NOTattempttolltheKettlewhileitispluggedintothewalloutlet.
DO NOTuseforotherthanboilingwater.Otherliquidswill 
contaminate the interior of the kettle.
DO NOTllpasttheMAXlevelindicatedinthewaterlevelwindow.
 Overllingmaycausewatertospitoutwhenboiling.
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3. Close the Lid. Ensure that it snaps tightly into place.
4. PlaceKettleandBaseonaat,level,dry,heatresistantsurface.
 EnsurethatitiscorrectlyengagedontheBase.
5. Plug into a 120V AC wall outlet.
NOTE:Neverplugkettleintoanelectricaloutletwhenthekettleis
empty.
6. Direct kettle spout away from cabinets, walls, etc. to prevent possible
steam damage.
7. Thedefaulttemperatureis100°C(212°F).Thevariabletemperature
 rangeis40to100°C(105°-212°F)in10degreeCelsiusincrements.
8. To boil water:
- Press the power button once. The blue indicator light in the
power button will illuminate.
 -ToswitchbetweentheCelsiusandFahrenheitdisplaypressthe
 °F/°Cbuttononce.
 -Thedisplaywillshow100°C(212°F)for3secondsthenthedisplay
will switch to the actual water temperature. The display temperature
 willincreaseuntilthekettlereaches100°C(212°F).Thenthekettle
will shut off.
 -Thedisplaywillshow100°C(212°F)for5minutesthenthedisplay
with show the decreasing water temperature as it cools.
9. To use the variable temperature settings:
 -Pressthepowerbuttonwait3secondsthenpressthe‘-‘or‘+’
buttons until you reach the desired temperature between
40–100°C(104–212°F)in10degreeCelsiusincrements.
 -ToswitchbetweentheCelsiusandFahrenheitdisplaypressthe
 °F/°Cbuttononce.
- The display will show the chosen temperature for 3 seconds then
will switch to the actual water temperature. The display temperature
will increase until it reaches the chosen temperature. Then the kettle
will shut off.
- The chosen temperature will be displayed for 5 minutes then the
display will show the decreasing water temperature as it cools.
10.IMPORTANT:
a) The kettle shuts off automatically after the boiling cycle is complete.
b) If the kettle is removed from the base before the boiling cycle is
complete the boiling cycle will be cancelled.
c) To turn the kettle off before the boiling cycle is complete press the
 PowerButton.
11.The Lid should not be opened when the Kettle is hot.
12.If you want to use the Kettle again, allow the thermal safety switch
to cool down for 15 to 20 seconds then follow the directions in #8 or
#9 above.
13.OnlygriptheKettlebytheHandleasallothersurfaceswillbehot.
14.ReturntheKettletotheBaseoraheatresistantsurfaceafteruse.
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15.IMPORTANT: If the Kettle is accidently switched on when empty,
the thermostat will automatically cycle on and off to prevent the
Kettle from overheating. If this situation occurs unplug the
 KettleimmediatelyandallowtheKettletocoolbeforerelling.
16.It is recommended that the Power Cord be disconnected from
the wall outlet when not in use.
17.DO NOTattempttoconnectanyotherappliancetothePowerBase 
or tamper with the connector in any way.
WATER TEMPERATURE GUIDE
Thefollowingisageneralguideforbrewingdifferenttypesoftea.
Brandandfreshnessofteaincludingeachindividualstasteand
preferencediffers.
Ifyourteabox/containerhasbrewinginstructions,followthoseas
theyareprobablyidealforthatspecictea.
TypeofTea WaterTemperature SteepTime
Greentea  80°C/176°F  1-3minutes
Whitetea  90°C/194°F  4-8minutes
Oolongtea  90°C/194°F  1-8minutes
Blacktea  100°C/212°F  3-5minutes
Herbaltea  100°C/212°F  5-8minutes
Boil   100°C/212°F
Yourkettlecanalsobeusedforbringingthewatertotheperfect
temperatureforthefollowing.Pleaserememberthattheseare
guidelinesonly.
Others: WaterTemperature
Babyformulapreparation 40°C/104°F(watershouldhavebeen 
previously boiled)
Hotchocolate   80°C/176°F
Instantsoupmixes  90°C/194°F
Oatmeal   90°C/194°F
CARE AND CLEANING
1. All servicing, other than cleaning, should be performed by an
authorized service representative. See Warranty section.
2. UnplugtheBasefromthewalloutlet.EmptytheKettleandallowitto
cool before cleaning.
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Exterior
- Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the exterior.
- DO NOT use abrasive cleaners. Dry exterior thoroughly before use.
- DO NOT immerse kettle or power base in water or other liquid.
1. Filter
TheAquascreen®lterisin2parts.Thelterholderispermanently
installed inside the kettle. The removable portion, which includes the
mesh, can be slid in and out along the 2 grooves on either side of the
lterholder.
Washthelterinwarmsoapywater.Rinseandreplaceinthelter
holder.
2. Descaling
Under normal use, scale build-up will form on the inside of the kettle and
will coat the stainless steel plate. Scale, which has accumulated inside
thekettlemustberemoved.Followeitherofthe2methodsbelow:
A)Boilequalpartsofwhitevinegarandwater(500ml/2cupsofeachis
recommended).Oncethewaterhasboiled,allowthemixturetostand
overnight.EmptyoutmixtureandllkettletotheMAXlevelwithfresh
water.Bringwatertoaboilanddiscard.
B)Forheavyscalebuild-up,useascale/limeremoverandfollowits
manufacturer’sinstructions.
IMPORTANT:
- The descaling process should be repeated periodically.
- Scale build-up can be delayed by pouring out water after use then
rellingthekettlewhenrequired.

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TO OBTAIN PROMPT WARRANTY SERVICE:
Contact one of our many Service Centers found on our website
www.salton.com/customer-care
or
Securely package and return the appliance to us. Please enclose:
• Original proof of purchase
• The completed form below with a $12.50 Return Shipping & Handling fee –
either a cheque, money order or credit card (A personal cheque will delay return
shipping by 2-3 weeks)
For added protection, we suggest that you use an insured delivery service with
tracking information when returning your product. Salton Canada will not be held
responsible for in-transit damage or for packages that are not received.
This warranty does not include the cost of shipping, which is to be borne by the
customer.
Name
Address
City Prov/State Postal/Zip Code
Daytime Phone No. Email
Product defect:
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