SEVERIN WK 3645 User manual

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Dear Customer,
Before using the appliance, the user should
read the following instruction be carefully.
Connection to the mains supply
The appliance should only be connected to
an earthed socket installed in accordance
with the regulations.
The appliance is equipped with a voltage
selector which can be set to different supply
voltages using a pen or other suitable object.
Always ensure that the selector is set to the
correct supply voltage.
This product complies with all binding CE
labelling directives.
Familiarisation
1. Lid for water container
2. Water container
3. Indicator lamp
4. Operating button
5. Power cord
6. Storage bag
7. Cups
8. Voltage selector
Important safety instructions
●Before the appliance is used, the main
body as well as any attachment fitted
should be checked thoroughly for any
defects. Should the appliance, for
instance, have been dropped onto a hard
surface, it must no longer be used: even
invisible damage may have adverse
effects on the operational safety of the
appliance.
●Children are not aware of the dangers
that may occur when operating electrical
appliances. Therefore keep such
appliances away from children.
●Do not leave the kettle unattended
during operation. Use only pure water
and always observe the minimum and
maximum level marks on the container
when filling.
●A potential danger is overfilling the
container, which may result in boiling
water being forced out. Also beware of
the danger of scalding from hot steam
being emitted. Therefore, do not touch
any part of the appliance except the
handle during use.
●The housing becomes hot during use.
●Caution: the lid must be kept closed at all
times, both during the boiling process
and when pouring out hot water.
●The appliance must be used only on a
heat-resistant, level surface.
●Do not allow the appliance or its power
cord to come into contact with open
flames or any hot surfaces such as hot-
plates.
●Do not let the power cord hang free, and
keep the cord well away from hot parts
of the housing.
●Always remove the plug from the wall
socket,
-in case of any malfunction,
-after use,
-during cleaning of the appliance.
●No responsibility will be accepted if
damage results from improper use, or if
these instructions are not complied with.
●This appliance is intended for domestic
use only and not for commercial
applications.
●In order to comply with safety
regulations and to avoid hazards, repairs
of electrical appliances must be carried
out by qualified personnel. If repairs are
needed, please send the appliance to one
of our customer service departments.
The address can be found in the
appendix to this manual.
Thermal safety cut-out
The preset thermal safety cut-out protects
the heating element from overheating
should the appliance be erroneously
switched on without containing any water, or
if the heating element is calcified. Once the
safety cut-out has switched off the kettle, it
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must be allowed to cool down sufficiently, or
must be descaled, before being switched on
again.
Before using for the first time
●To clean the kettle, boil and then discard
the first filling of water.
Boiling water
- Set the voltage selector to the correct
voltage.
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Remove the lid and fill the container
with water to the desired level, observing
the minimum and maximum level marks
on the container.
- Replace the lid.
- Insert the plug into a suitable wall socket
and reset the safety cut-out by pressing
the operating button. The indicator light
comes on.
- The boiling process begins. After
reaching boiling point, the appliance is
automatically switched off by the integral
steam cut-off device. The indicator light
goes out.
- To interrupt the boiling process, remove
the plug from the wall socket.
●If the boiling process is interrupted by
disconnecting the mains supply, i.e.
before the cut-off device has been
triggered, the appliance will be re-
activated automatically when next
connected to mains power.
- Always remove the plug from the wall
socket before pouring hot water.
- To prevent hot steam from being
emitted, ensure that the lid remains
closed while pouring out the water.
Descaling
Depending on the water quality in your
area, lime deposits may build up on the
heating element. It is advisable to remove
any such deposits at regular intervals. When
descaling, a mixture of 0.5 litres of water to
two tablespoons of vinegar essence is
suitable.
- Pour the descaler in.
- Switch the appliance on and let the
solution reach boiling point.
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Leave it to take effect for a short period.
- To clean the container after descaling,
rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
●Do not pour descalers down enamel-
coated sinks.
General cleaning and care
●Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is
disconnected from the power supply and
has cooled down completely.
●To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not
immerse the kettle in liquid and do not
clean it under running water.
●For cleaning, a slightly damp, lint-free
cloth may be used.
●Do not use abrasives, harsh cleaning
solutions or stiff brushes for cleaning.
- The cups may be cleaned in warm soapy
water or in a dish-washer.
Storage
To save space, the cups can be stacked inside
each other.
The kettle may be kept and carried about in
its storage bag. However, ensure that it has
completely cooled down before putting it
into the bag.
Disposal
Do not dispose of old or defective
appliances in domestic garbage, this
should only be done through public
collection points.
Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of
two years from the date of purchase. Under
this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes
to repair or replace any parts found to be
defective, providing the product is returned
to one of our authorised service centres. This
guarantee is only valid if the appliance has
been used in accordance with the
instructions, and provided that it has not
been modified, repaired or interfered with
by any unauthorised person, or damaged
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through misuse.
This guarantee naturally does not cover
wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass
and ceramic items, bulbs etc. If the product
fails to operate and needs to be returned,
pack it carefully, enclosing your name and
address and the reason for return. If within
the guarantee period, please also provide the
guarantee card and proof of purchase.
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