User manual HOTPOINT WK 22M DSL0

[. . . ] IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFETY When using any electrical appliance, always follow basic safety precautions, including the following: • • This appliance shall not be used by children. € This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and 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. € The equipment was designed for household and similar uses such as in: • • • • • • • -  taff kitchen areas in shops, ofs fices and other work environments; - farm houses; h -  otels, motels and other residential environments by the guests; - bed&breakfast-type environments. Turn unit off and unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. [. . . ] The attached base cannot be used for any other purpose than its intended use. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot water. The use of accessory attachments that are not recommended by the appliance manufacturer, may result in fire, electric shocks or personal injury. Unplug the kettle from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the kettle to cool down before installing / removing any parts and before cleaning it. 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 provided supervision or instructions on the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Always make sure that the appliance is in good working order and that all its removable parts are secure. Therefore use only the handle to pick it up and open the lid only after the kettle has cooled down. En it OPERATION OF YOUR KETTLE Use the kettle only with its included base. To fill the kettle, remove it from the power base and open the lid by pressing the lid opening button, fill with the desired amount of water, and then close the lid. The water level should not exceed the max marks or sit below the min level. Too little water will cause the kettle to switch off before the water has boiled. Do not add water over the maximum level, as it may spill out of the spout when boiling. Ensure that the lid is firmly in place before connecting the plug into a power outlet. Press down the switch: the indicator in the water gauge will light up. Base in water and never allow moisture to get in contact with these parts. Do not use chemical, steel, wooden or abrasive cleaners or brushes to clean the outside of the kettle to prevent any gloss loss. € REMOVAL OF MINERAL DEPOSITS Your kettle should be periodically descaled, as the mineral deposits in tap water may form scale on the bottom of the kettle and cause a less efficient operation. [. . . ] Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. BOIL-DRY PROTECTION Should you accidentally let the kettle operate without water, the boil-dry protection will automatically switch off the power. If this occurs, allow the kettle to cool down before filling with cold water. BEFORE FIRST USE Carefully wipe the outside of the appliance to remove any dust that may have accumulated. [. . . ]