LAICA KJ4001W 1.5L Water Filter Kettle Instruction Manual

LAICA KJ4001W 1.5L Water Filter Kettle

PARTS GUIDE

1. Lid
2. Spout
3. Hopper
4. Handle
5. kettle body
6. Filter cartridge
7. Power base
8. LCD display
9. Pawer button
10. Keep warm / filter change button
11. C) Dial to set the temperature and time
12. (I °F/C0 / (Ix Temperature setting button
13. Power cable

EARTHED PLUG To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance is equipped with an earthed plug (2 terminals and 1 pin). Consult a qualified electrician if the plug cannot be inserted fully into the power socket. Do not modify the plug in any way and do not use an adapter.

WATER FILTER KETTLE ISEO – INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
Dear customer, Laica wishes to thank you for choosing this product, which has been designed for reliability and quality to provide complete satisfaction.

IMPORTANT
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

This instruction manual must be considered an integral part of the product and should be kept for reference purposes during the entire life of the product. If the product is transferred to another owner this documentation must also be transferred. To ensure the safe and W correct use of the product, the user must carefully read the instructions and warnings contained in the manual as they provide important information regarding safety, use and maintenance of the product. Should the instruction manual be misplaced, or you require additional information or clarifications, please go to the support FAQ section on the Leica website and if required fill in the relevant support form on the website: https://www.laica.it/ in the FAQ and Support section.

The Laica filter kettle is an appliance for filtering drinking water. The kettle uses a cartridge to filter mains drinking water to improve its taste by removing some unwanted substances that it may contain. All Laica filter cartridges are made in Italy and are always sterilised. Laica filter cartridges consist of silver-coated activated carbon of vegetable origin, and ion exchange resins. Activated carbon is generally effective in reducing chlorine and its derivatives. Ion exchange resins are generally effective in reducing heavy metals in mains water. To ensure that you are properly informed, ask your mains water supplier for more information, or test the water coming out of your home tap prior to use.

CAUTION : Only use the filter cartridge with DRINKING WATER that is microbiologically safe (check with the relevant local authority).

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SAFETY WARNINGS

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments. Always take safety precautions when using domestic appliances, including the following:

• Before using the appliance, check that it is intact and free from visible damage. If in doubt, do not use the appliance and consult your dealer.

• Keep the packaging away from children: suffocation hazard.

• Before connecting the appliance, make sure that the mains power matches the voltage indicated on the data plate on the bottom.

• Only use this appliance for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e. as a DRINKING WATER FILTRATION APPLIANCE, and only use it as described in the instructions for use. Any other use is considered misuse and therefore hazardous. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from misuse or improper use.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged less than 8 years.

• Appliances can be used by 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.

• Children shall not play with the appliance.

• NEVER leave the appliance operating unattended; switch it off and disconnect it from the mains after use.

• In the event of a fault and/or malfunction, switch off the appliance at the mains without tampering with it. Always contact your dealer for guidance.

• DO NOT operate the appliance with a damaged power cable or plug, after malfunctions have occurred, after the appliance has been dropped or if the appliance has been damaged in any way.

• DO NOT connect or disconnect the appliance NOR use it with wet or damp hands.

• DO NOT pull the power cable or the power base to remove the plug from the power socket.

• Treat the product with care and protect it from shock, extreme temperature variations, humidity, dust, direct sunlight and heat sources.

• Unplug it from the power socket immediately after use and especially before cleaning. Let the appliance cool down before adding or removing parts and before cleaning it.

• To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse the cable, plug, power base or appliance in water or any other liquid.
  If an electric appliance falls into water, do not reach for it, but immediately switch off at the mains and disconnect the plug from the power socket.

• Caution! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
  Unwind the full length of the cable. DO NOT let the cable hang over the edge of the table or worktop, nor touch hot surfaces.

• Never use adapters for supply voltages other than those indicated on the data plate on the bottom of the appliance.
  DO NOT use the appliance outdoors.

CAUTION! BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

• DO NOT use the appliance for any purpose other than boiling drinking water. Other liquids can contaminate the inside of the kettle.
• DO NOT touch the hot surfaces. Use the handle or knobs.
• Using accessories not recommended by the manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or personal injury.
• DO NOT place the appliance on or near a gas or electric hob or in a hot oven.
• Take great care when handling appliances that contain hot liquids. NEVER lift or move the appliance by its glass body. Only use the handle to lift or move the appliance, and make sure that your hands are clean and dry.
• NEVER switch on the product without water as it would pose a risk of scalding, burning or cracking the glass.
• DO NOT do not fill the appliance with any other liquids other than drinking water.
• DO NOT use the kettle without the lid in place. You may be scalded if you leave the lid open while the kettle is hot.
• DO NOT fill the kettle above the MAX level.
• Only use this appliance with the power base provided.
• DO NOT wet the power base and/or its connector. If the kettle is over filled, boiling water may be ejected.
• The surfaces may become hot during use. The surface of the heating element may retain residual heat after use.
• &use the appliance as described in these instructions. Improper use may result in injury, electric shock or other hazards.
• For people with specific diseases, allergies or controlled diets, consult a doctor before using the filter kettle.
• If the relevant authorities report emergency situations, stop using the filter kettle and consult the mains water supplier for more information. When the authorities declare that the tap water is drinkable and safe again, clean the filter
• kettle as described in the “Preparing the filter cartridge” and “Cleaning and maintenance” paragraphs, and replace the bi-flux® Coffee and Tea cartridge.
• Only people aged 12 years or over may carry out preparation, cartridge replacement and maintenance.
• NEVER filter hot water.
• Only filter running water from the domestic mains supply.
• NOT suitable for use with microwave ovens.
• DO NOT tamper with or break the cartridge for any reason.
• DO NOT insert objects into the openings.
• DO NOT use the appliance if the lid is damaged.
• DO NOT put the appliance into a sterilizer while it is operating.
• DO NOT freeze the appliance.
• This appliance is NOT suitable for professional use, but solely for domestic use.

IMPORTANT NOTES ON USING THE APPLIANCE

• Only use the cartridge to filter DRINKING WATER. To ensure that you are properly informed, check the water quality with the relevant local authorities prior to use.
• The Laica filtration system keeps the pH within the range specified in European Directive 98/83/ EC on the quality of drinking water intended for human consumption.
• The Bi-flux® Coffee & Tea cartridge system uses silver as a manufacturing aid to make it bacteriostatic inside. Any release of silver ions is within the limits set out in the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines and complies with
• the parameters of European Directive 98/83/EC.
• The filtration system varies the sodium content compared to the original water. The variation is less than the maximum parameter value.
• To ensure that you are properly informed, assess the local mains water before using the filtration system.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Filtration systems made by Laica comply with the following regulatory requirements:

• Italian Ministerial Decree no. 174 of 06/04/2004, regulation on materials and articles that may be used in fixed installations for the collection, treatment, supply and distribution of water intended for human consumption.
• Italian Legislative Decree no. 31 of 2 February 2001, implementing Directive 98/83/EC on the quality of water intended for human consumption.
• Regulation 1935/2004/EC on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.
• Regulation (EU) 10/2011 on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.
• Italian Ministerial Decree no. 25 of 07/02/2012, technical provisions concerning appliances for the treatment of water intended for human consumption.

CAUTION : this appliance requires regular periodic maintenance to ensure that the treated drinking water meets the portability standards and that its quality continues to be improved as stated by the manufacturer.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION (fig.1)

1. Lid
2. Spout
3. Hopper
4. Handle
5. Glass kettle body
6. Filter cartridge
7. Power base
8. LCD display
9. Power button
10. Keep warm/ filter change button
11. Dial to set the temperature and time
12. °F/C0 temperature setting button
13. Power cable

TECHNICAL DATA

All food contact materials are food grade.

• Water capacity: Min. 0.5 L, Max.1.5 L
• Power supply specifications: 220-240V ~ 50-60Hz 2520-3000W
• Plug type: BS 1363 mains plug containing a 13A fuse. 11 it ever becomes necessary to replace the fuse, only use fuses that are marked BS 1363, and rated at 13A.
• Environmental storage conditions: +5 °G to 45 °G; relative humidity95%

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION
A short power cable is provided to reduce the entanglement or tripping hazards associated with a long cable. Extension cables can be used, provided that they are used with great care. If an extension cord is used, the electrical rating of the detachable power cable or extension cable shall be at least equal to that of the appliance. The extension must have an earthed 3-wire cable. The extension cable shall be arranged so that it does not hang from the worktop or table as it could be pulled by children or pose a tripping hazard.

USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

1. Remove the packaging material and detach any stickers.
2. When using the product for the first time, clean it as described in the “Cleaning and maintenance” paragraph.
3. Connect the power base to a power socket.
4. fill the hopper with tap water to the Max line on the kettle and close the lid. Boil the water and discard it. Repeat this step two or three times.
5. The kettle is now ready for use.

PREPARING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE

1. Wash your hands thoroughly before proceeding with the next steps.
2. Remove the cartridge from the bag (fig. A).
3. Immerse the cartridge in a container full of cold water for about 15 minutes (fig. B). Agitate the cartridge to eliminate the air in ii.
4. Put the cartridge into the tank and press gently to insert ii correctly (fig. C).
5. Fill the hopper with cold tap water up to the MAX level (marked on the tank) and leave it to filter without closing the lid (fig. D).
6. Discard the water filtered in the previous step (or use it to water your plants).
7. Repeat this procedure (steps 5 and 6) 3 times.

ACTIVATING THE CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT INDICATOR Carry out the following steps with the kettle off the power base.

1. Connect the power base plug to a power socket.
2. Press the  button to switch on the device. Then press the button and hold it down for about 3 seconds; the symbol will appear on the display. This symbol indicates the lifetime of the filter cartridge and remains visible on the display for 30 days when the device is connected to the power socket.
3. When the 30 days have elapsed, the symbol will appear on the display.
4. After activating the cartridge replacement indicator, pressing the button again for about 3 seconds will reset the remaining life of the cartridge; the symbol will disappear from the display.

SETTINGS

MEASUREMENT UNIT °C / °F
The water can be shown on the LCD display in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
With the appliance on, press the “° F/°C” button; the measurement unit (°C or ° F) will appear on the display. Press the “° F/°C” button to change the measurement unit.

SILENT MODE
The appliance normally beeps whenever a button is pressed. It can be set to silent mode. Switch on the appliance, press the button, then press the button and hold it down for about 3 seconds; will appear on the display.
To activate the beep, press and hold the button.
Caution : when silent mode is set, the appliance beeps when boiling is finished or when there is an alarm.

USING THE PRODUCT

• NEVER connect the kettle to a power socket when ii is empty.
• DO NOT use the appliance for any purpose other than boiling drinking water. Other liquids can contaminate the inside of the kettle.
• DO NOT fill the kettle when the power base is already connected to the power socket.
• DO NOT fill the appliance above the MAX level mark. Overfilling may cause water to spill out when ii boils.
• DO NOT attempt to connect other appliances to the power base, and do not tamper with the connector in any way.
• The kettle was designed to boil and filter at the same time. To ensure that the appliance does not start heating when it is dry, wait a few minutes before pressing the button to let the filtered water fill the bottom of the kettle up to the minimum (MIN} level. The kettle has an internal safety cut-out that turns it off if there is not enough water when it is switched on. In this case, disconnect the plug from the power socket and let the appliance cool down.

1. Place the power base of the kettle on a flat, dry, heat-resistant surface.

2.  Open the kettle by removing the lid and fill it with water up to the maximum level (“MAX” mark on the tank). Caution! To avoid damaging the heating element, there must be no less than 0.5 litres of filtered water, and it must not exceed the total capacity of 1.5 liters to prevent hot water spilling out during boiling.

3. Close the lid.

4. Place the kettle on the base and make sure that it is attached securely.

5. Connect the power base plug to the power socket; the appliance will beep and “—” will flash on the display. The appliance will turn off automatically if no button is pressed within 30 seconds.

6. Point the kettle spout away from furniture, walls, etc. to prevent the steam from causing any damage.

7. Press the button on the base; the appliance will beep and the pre-set temperature of 100°C and the symbol will appear on the display. Turning the dial sets the heating temperature from 38°C to 100°C (100° F – 212° F). The appliance beeps twice after a few seconds to indicate that the heating cycle has started. During this process, the display will show the actual water temperature. When the water reaches the temperature selected previously, the appliance

   • will beep 3 times and the kettle will turn off. The display will show the actual water temperature for about 5 minutes before turning off. To switch the kettle off at any time, press the button.
     IMPORTANT
     

   • If the kettle is removed from the base before the boiling cycle has finished, “E1” will appear on the display, the appliance will beep 3 times and turn off automatically.

   • To switch off the kettle before the boiling cycle has finished, press the button.

   • To ensure that the kettle works efficiently, it is advisable to filter no more than 5 liters per day (taking care to wait a few minutes between one filtration cycle and the next). Replace the filter cartridge every 150 litres/30 days of filtration (this will ensure maximum appliance efficiency and safety).

   • DO NOT open the lid when the kettle is hot.

   • If you want to use the kettle again, let the safety cut-out cool down for 60 seconds, then press the DO NOT open the lid when the kettle is hot.

   • If you want to use the kettle again, let the safety cut-out cool down for 60 seconds, then press the button.

   • If the kettle is switched on by mistake when it is empty, the thermostat automatically performs an on off cycle to prevent the kettle from overheating. If this happens, “E4” will appear on the display; press the C) button and immediately disconnect the kettle. Let the kettle cool down before refilling it. button.

   • If the kettle is switched on by mistake when it is empty, the thermostat automatically performs an on off cycle to prevent the kettle from overheating. If this happens, “E4” will appear on the display; press the C) button and immediately disconnect the kettle. Let the kettle cool down before refilling it.

8. After use, return the kettle to its base or put it on a heat-resistant surface.

9. Disconnect the power cable from the power socket when not in use.

HOW TO HOLD THE WATER AT A CONSTANT TEMPERATURE
After the boiling cycle, the filter kettle can hold the water at a set temperature for up to 2 hours.

1. With the appliance on, turn the dial to select the hold temperature for the filtered water (38°C to 100°C/100° F-212° F).
2. Press the button; the  symbol and the pre-set time of 30 minutes will appear on the display. The time can be reduced or increased up to 2 hours by turning the dial. If the temperature of the water in the kettle is lower than the selected temperature, the kettle automatically heats it, then beeps and holds it constant. The set time will count down on the appliance display.

• If the temperature of the water in the kettle is higher than the selected temperature, the set time will only start to count down when the water has cooled down to the set temperature. The appliance will beep 3 times when the set hold time has elapsed.
• During intermittent heating, the actual water temperature, the set temperature and the set hold temperature will appear on the display in succession.

REPLACING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE
To replace the cartridge, pull it upwards out of the tank as shown in fig. F, and repeat the steps described in the “PREPARING THE FILTER CARTRIDGE” and “ACTIVATING THE CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT INDICATOR” paragraphs.

CLEANING MAINTENANCE

Let the appliance cool down completely before cleaning it.

• Disconnect the power base from the power socket. Empty the kettle and let it cool down before cleaning it.
• Clean the kettle with a soft, damp cloth and dry it thoroughly.
• DD NDT use abrasive detergents.
• DD NDT immerse the kettle or power base in water or any other liquid.
• The tank and lid can be washed by hand in warm water and washing-up liquid.
• DO NOT wash the cartridge with soap or detergents.
• If the kettle was left unused for 24 hours, discard any water left in it, fill the tank and allow it to filter.

DESCALING
Limescale can build up in the kettle during normal use, coating the stainless steel plate. Any limescale that has built up in the kettle must be removed. Remove the filter cartridge from the tank for the following steps.

• Pour 500 ml of water and 500 ml of white vinegar into the kettle and press the button to boil it. Leave the boiled mixture for several hours or overnight to take effect. Discard the mixture and fill the kettle with drinking water up to the MAX level. Close the lid, boil the water and discard it.
• For a more pronounced limescale buildup, use pure vinegar, boil it and leave it overnight to take effect. Discard the vinegar and fill the kettle with drinking water up to the MAX level. Close the lid, boil the water and discard it.
• If there is still limescale after using pure vinegar, use a specific descale for kettles (food grade) and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTE

• Limescale build-up can be reduced by emptying the water after using the kettle, and refilling ii when needed.
• Repeat the descaling process periodically.

AVAILABLE SPARE PARTS

• Lid with seal: part no. AKJ004
• Seal set: part no. AKJ005

For spare parts, please visit www.laica.com or contact +44 (0)1624 829 829 – Customer Services (Isle of Man).

TROUBLESHOOTING

DISPOSAL PROCEDURE

• This symbol on the product and accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.
• For proper disposal or treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to  designated collection points where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. In some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of a new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help you save valuable resources and prevent any possible waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest collection point for WEEE. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this product in accordance with national legislation. This product contains a battery which is non­replaceable and should be disposed of as WEEE.
• UCA K The Electromagnetic conformity, certified Compatibility by the Regulations UKCA-marking 2016, on as the amended. device, refers Electricto: al Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016, as amended. The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012, as amended. The Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products Regulations 2010, as amended.
•  The conformity, certified by the CE-marking on the device, refers to the following CE certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (RoHS) 2011/65/EU, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2014/30/EU, Ecodesign Framework Directive (ErP) 2009/125/EC.

WARRANTY

• This appliance is guaranteed for 2 years from the time of delivery of the goods, or another longer term envisaged by the national legislation of the consumer’s residence. This provision complies with Italian and European legislation. The Laica products are designed for home use and must not be used in public venues. The warranty only covers manufacturing defects and does not apply
• if the damage is caused by an accidental event, incorrect use, negligence or misuse of the product. Use only the accessories supplied; the use of different accessories may result in invalidity of the warranty.
• Do not open the unit for any reason; in the case of opening or tampering, the warranty is definitively voided. This warranty does not apply to parts subject to wear or to the batteries when supplied. After 2 years from delivery, or another longer term envisaged by the national legislation of the consumer’s residence, the warranty expires; in this case, the technical assistance interventions will be carried out against a fee. Information on technical assistance, whether under warranty or for a fee, can be requested by contacting info@laica.com. No payment will be due for repairs or replacements of products that fall within the terms of the warranty. In the event of faults, contact the retailer. Do NOT send the appliance directly to LAICA. All the operations under warranty (including those of replacement of the product or part thereof) will not prolong the duration of the original period of warranty of the product replaced. The manufacturer declines any liability for any damage that may, directly or indirectly, be caused to persons, property or animals as a result of the nonobservance of all the requirements established in the  relevant instructions manual and concerning, especially, warnings relating to installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. Laica, in its constant commitment to improving its products, is entitled to changing without any notice, in whole or in part, its products in relation to production requirements, without this entailing any liability for Laica towards its dealers. For further information: info.uk@laica.com

Reference literature

1. Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality – 4th ed.
   ISBN 978 92 4 154815 1 (NLM classification: WA 675), World Health Organization, WHO Library Cataloguing-in-Publication Data.

2. Nutrients in Drinking-water
   ISBN 92 4 159398 9 (NLM classification: WA 687),
   Water, Sanitation and Health, Protection and the Human Environment, World Health Organization, Geneva. World Health Organization, WHO Library Cataloguing-in-Publication Data.

3. Silver in Drinking-water
   Background document for development of WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
   World Health Organization, World Health Organization, Geneva, 1996.

4. pH in Drinking-water
   Background document for development of
   WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
   World Health Organization, World Health Organization, Geneva, 1996.

5. 5 Calcium and Magnesium in Drinking-water
   Public health significance.
   ISBN 978 92 4 156355 0 (NLM classification: QV 276)
   World Health Organization WHO Library Cataloguing-in-Publication Data

6. Hardness in Drinking-water
   Background document for development of WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
   World Health Organization, World Health Organization, Geneva, 1996.

7. Jug water filter systems – Specification
   British Standard, BS 8427 : 2004

8. AFNOR – Association Fram;aise de Normalization
   Norma Francoise NF P41 – 650

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