User manual RUSSELL HOBBS OPEN HANDLE KETTLE

[. . . ] 6 Take care when pouring ­ pour slowly, and don't over-tilt the kettle. Keep the kettle, stand, and cable away from the edges of worktops and out of reach of children. 8 Route the cable so it doesn't overhang, and can't be tripped over or caught. [. . . ] Check the lid is closed, or the kettle won't switch off when it boils. 13 The light will come on, and the kettle will heat up. switching off 14 When the water boils the kettle will switch off and the light will go out. 16 Lifting the kettle off the stand will also switch the kettle off. general 17 Remove the kettle from the stand before pouring. 18 To avoid the risk of splashing, pour slowly and don't over-tilt the kettle. 19 Don't tilt the kettle backwards, water might get on to the control area. If this happens, let the kettle dry before use ­ sit it somewhere warm for 12 hours. Don't worry ­ it's the steam used to switch off automatically, which then condenses and escapes via vents under the kettle. Again, don't worry ­ it's due to the bonding of the element to the kettle floor. using with insufficient water 22 This will shorten the life of the element. 23 To prevent the kettle cycling on and off, remove the kettle from the stand and let it cool before replacing it on the stand. 1 Check that the kettle is switched off ­ move the switch down to 0. 2 Unplug the stand, and let the kettle cool down fully before cleaning. You may use a little household detergent, but if you do, rinse well to avoid tainting the water. 6 Don't use harsh or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents. care and maintenance descale regularly ­ even in soft water areas 7 Limescale may be white, coloured, even rusty-looking, but it's normally visible. 8 Phosphate scale isn't generally visible, but it's there, even in soft water areas. 9 All scale causes overheating, reduces the kettle's life, and may trigger the boil-dry cut-out. 10 So, even with soft water, descale regularly, to help keep your kettle in working order. 11 Use a descaler suitable for plastic products (all kettles have plastic parts). 12 Follow the instructions on the descaler, rinse several times, then fill, boil and discard the water, to ensure no residues are left. [. . . ] If it's not working, read the instructions, check the plug fuse and main fuse/circuit breaker. If that doesn't solve the problem: Pack carefully, with a note of your name, address, day phone number, and what's wrong. If under guarantee, say where and when purchased, and include proof of purchase (till receipt). [. . . ]