Govee H7173 Smart Electric Kettle Lite User Manual

Govee H7173 Smart Electric Kettle Lite

USER MANUAL

Smart Electric Kettle Lite

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• Read all Instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against fifire, electric shock and injury to persons do not immerse cord, plugs, or power base or bottom of the kettle in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• 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.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
• Do not use outdoors. Household use only.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to ″off,″ then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Power Cord & Plug

•  A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

• Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

• If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used:
  a. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance;
  b. This kettle has a 3-prong grounding plug. Any extension cord should be a grounding type 3-wire cord;
  c. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

•  Never use the cord as a handle or otherwise yank, strain or stretch the power cord.
  Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces.

• Place the kettle near the plug, so that it can be unplugged immediately from power if an emergency occurs.

• Do not operate this kettle with a damaged cord or plug. Discard the kettle or return to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.

Risk of Electric Shock & Leakage

• Do not insert any foreign objects in the air inlet or outlet when the kettle is powered on, as this may damage the kettle itself and cause electric shock or fire.
• If any part of the kettle is damaged in operation, contact customer service or professionals for repair or replacement. Do not risk repairing or replacing by yourself.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose the kettle to water or rain.

Included in the Box

Introduction

This electric kettle is specially designed to provide you with a high-quality brewing experience of specific kinds of tea and coffee by allowing you to adjust temperatures as you wish.

Part Names

a. Lid
b. Lid Release
c. Spout
d. Handle
e. Kettle Body
f. Connector
g. Control Panel
h. Indicators
i. Power Base
j. Power Cord
k. Water Level Window

Controls

ON/OFF Button
Press to turn the kettle on or off. When powered back on, the kettle will restore to the mode, hold temperature, and DIY set previously.

MODE Button
Press to cycle through BOIL, TEA, COFFEE and DIY:
BOIL (212°F): Sets the kettle to 212°F/100°C, the ideal temperature for black tea or boiled water.
TEA (180°F): Sets the kettle to 180°F/82°C, the ideal temperature for green tea.
COFFEE (205°F): Sets the kettle to 205°F/96°C, the ideal temperature for coffee.
DIY (170°F): Sets the kettle to 170°F/77°C, the ideal temperature for DIY.

Note:
The mode set during the last use will still be active when the kettle is powered back on.
Press both ON/OFF and KEEP WARM buttons and hold for 5 seconds to restore to factory settings.

KEEP WARM Button
Press to turn the KEEP WARM function on or off to maintain or cancel the temperature mode you have chosen.

Functions

Memory Function
The kettle will save its previous settings when powered off. When it is powered back on, the settings will resume.

Smart Function
Connect this kettle to Govee Home App via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to enjoy DIY modes such as customizing temperatures, keeping warm, setting a delayed start, or setting a countdown.

Boil-Dry Protection
The kettle will automatically switch off its heating element when there is no water left in the kettle. Please allow the kettle to cool for some time before adding water into it.

• When the water level is low, or there is no water in the kettle, starting the boiling process will trigger boil-dry protection. At this time, the kettle will automatically power off. Add water above the MIN water level line and place it on the base. It will power on in about 10 minutes.
• This is a normal phenomenon caused by the safety protection mechanism. You can continue using the product after it is restored to normal.

Operation

Getting Started

A water test is needed when first used to make sure the kettle is working properly.

Caution: DO NOT drink the water that is boiled during this first test.

1. Remove all packaging from the kettle and its accessories.
2. Place your kettle on a dry, level surface.
3. Open the lid, run water into the kettle until it reaches but does not sit higher than the MAX fill line, then close the lid tightly.
4. Plug the power cord into a polarized 120 V AC wall outlet.
5. Press the ON/OFF Button on the control panel to turn on the kettle.
6. When one of the indicators is flashing, press the MODE Button to select BOIL (212°F). When the BOIL indicator becomes solid, the kettle will begin to boil water.
7. Turn off the kettle once the water has finished boiling. Let the kettle cool for some time before pouring out the hot water inside, and then rinse out the kettle thoroughly 2 to 3 times with cold water before using it again.

Using Your Kettle

Note：
It is recommended to use distilled water for perfect pour-over brewing.
Make sure there is always some water left in the kettle during use. Otherwise, the kettle will automatically turn off and all the buttons on the control panel will be disabled.

1. Open the lid and run water into the kettle until it reaches but does not sit higher than the MAX fill line.
2. Close the lid tightly.
3. Plug the power cord into a polarized 120V AC wall outlet.
4. Press the ON/OFF Button on the control panel to turn on the kettle.
5. Press the MODE Button to cycle through the 4 temperature modes and select your desired temperature. The default DIY temperature is 170°F/77°℃, which can be adjusted via Govee Home App.
6. Optionally, press the KEEP WARM Button at any time before the kettle finishes heating. This will start or cancel the KEEP WARM function that maintains the chosen temperature mode for 2 hours.

Note:

1.  The KEEP WARM function works for 2 hours by default. This time period can be adjusted via the app.
2.  If the kettle is taken off its base when the KEEP WARM function is active, the ON/OFF Button will flash red. If the kettle is placed back on the base within 3 minutes, it will continue to work. Otherwise the kettle will automatically turn off.
3.  When the water reaches the selected temperature, the kettle will beep 3 times and stop heating.

For High Altitude Users

Water boils at a lower temperature at high altitude. Therefore, it is recommended to select the preset boiling point to boil water within the corresponding altitude ranges.

Smart Alerts

Kettle is not Correctly
Placed on the Power Base.| All Indicators| Off| /
Running out of Water| All Indicators| Off| /
Product Exception| TEA+COFFEE+DIY| Keep Flashing for
90s| Beep for 35s every 5 minutes until unplugged from power.

Note:

1.  The audible beeping alerts can be turned off in the app.
2.  When the water level is low, or there is no water in the kettle, starting the boiling process will trigger boil-dry protection. At this time, the kettle will automatically power off. Add water above the MIN water level line and place it on the base. It will power on in about 10 minutes.

This is a normal phenomenon caused by the safety protection mechanism. You can continue using the product after it is restored to normal.

Govee Home App

You can access more features using Govee Home App.

Downloading Govee Home App

To download Govee Home App, scan the QR code or search for “Govee” in the Apple App Store® (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).

Note:

• Choose “Allow” to the permissions requested when opening Govee Home App for the first time. These permissions allow the app’s features to function normally and are not used to record personal, private information.
• Due to ongoing updates, Govee Home App may be slightly different than shown in this manual. In case of any differences, always follow the in-app instructions.

Pairing with Govee Home App

1. Turn on your smartphone’s Bluetooth.
2. Open Govee Home App, touch the “+” icon in the top right corner and search for “H7173”.
3. Touch the device icon and follow the in-app instructions to press the ON/OFF Button to complete pairing.

Note:

• Method to turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connection: Press and hold the ON/OFF Button and KEEP WARM Button for 5 seconds to restore the device to factory settings. For the next device connection,
  please make sure to delete the device on the app.

• You can use Govee Home App to connect your kettle to Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Follow the in-app instructions to connect to each voice assistant.

• Govee Home App is being continually updated and its features expanded.

User Servicing Instructions

This appliance requires little maintenance from the user as it contains no user serviceable parts. If necessary, any servicing or repairs must be done by qualified personnel.

Cleaning

Please follow the steps to clean the kettle regularly:

1. Unplug the kettle from power and allow it to cool before cleaning.
2. Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the kettle body and its power base. Make sure that the electric socket on the underside of the kettle is kept dry.
3. Dry all parts after every use.

Note:

• Do not use abrasive cleansers.
• Never immerse the kettle or its power base in water.

Descaling

If scale deposits build up inside the kettle, please follow the steps to descale it. Otherwise, temperature consistency may be affected and time to boiling will be longer.

1. Squeeze half a lemon or add half a cup (about 118mL) of distilled vinegar into the kettle.
2. Add 2 cups (about 473mL) of fresh water. Boil the mixture.
3. Let the mixture cool for 15 minutes to loosen the deposits, and pour it out.
4. Use a soft damp cloth, sponge, or brush to clear off any remaining deposits.
5. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water.

Detaching and Installing the Kettle Spout Filter

Detaching the Kettle Spout Filter

Installing the Kettle Spout Filter

Pour Over Coffee Brewing

1. Measure about 6 ounces/170ml of purified water for each cup you intend to brew.
2. Pour the measured water into the kettle, turn on the kettle, and press MODE Button to select COFFEE (205°F) to boil the water.
3. Grind two tablespoons of coffee beans for each cup.
4. Rinse the filter cone, the filter, and the serving vessel with hot water to preheat, and assemble them together.

Note: Pour some hot water to wet the filter to remove any paper taste and let it closely fit the cone.

5. Add coffee grounds into the filter.
6. When the water boils, take the kettle off the power base and pour the water into the filter.
7. Stir the coffee grounds just a bit to make sure they all get saturated. A slow and steady pour makes the best extraction from the grounds.

Note: You may need to pour two or three times depending on the grind, the filter size, and the amount of coffee being made.

8. When finished, remove the filter and enjoy your favorite cup of coffee or tea!

Recommended Temperatures

Troubleshooting

The troubleshooting section below is for solving frequently asked questions. If your problem persists, please contact customer support.

For Electric Kettle Lite

damaged. If so, stop using the
kettle and contact customer support.
Plug the kettle into a different outlet.
| The kettle may be malfunctioning. Contact customer support.
No beeping sound|
when the kettle finishes boiling or is running out of water.| Check in the app if the beeping alert has been turned off. If not,
contact customer support.
The temperature does not rise when the kettle is working.| The higher the altitude, the lower the boiling point. At high-altitudes, water takes longer to boil.
If the temperature still does not rise even when the kettle has
been working for a while, please contact customer support.

For App & Connectivity

1. Cannot connect to Govee Home App.

• Make sure the Bluetooth of your smartphone is enabled and your smartphone is not connected with other Bluetooth devices.
• Enable the smartphone’s Location Services.
• Try connecting with another smartphone.
• Make sure your app is the latest version.
• Make sure you connect to your Wi-Fi router’s 2.4GHz network and the network is working correctly.
• Make sure the Wi-Fi password you entered is correct.
• Shorten the distance between the kettle, Wi-Fi router, and the smartphone.
• Make sure your kettle and the Wi-Fi router are located away from appliances that produce electromagnetic radiation (e.g. microwave ovens, refrigerators, etc.).
• If you are using a VPN, try turning it off and then connecting the kettle.
• Disable portal authentication for your Wi-Fi network. If portal authentication is enabled, this kettle will not be able to access your Wi-Fi network, and setup will fail. Portal authentication means that you need to sign in to your Wi-Fi network through a web page before you can use the Internet.

2. Cannot find the device on the Bluetooth Device Nearby page of the app.

• The kettle may be connected with another smartphone. Disconnect it from the other smartphone first.

3. The kettle is offline.

• Make sure the kettle is plugged in and powered on, then refresh “My Devices” in Govee Home App by swiping down on the screen.

• Make sure your router is connected to the internet and your smartphone’s network connection is working.

• If the Wi-Fi password has been changed, the kettle will automatically go offline.
  Try connecting it to the network again.

• Delete the offline kettle from Govee Home App, then add and reconfigure the kettle again in the app.

Appendix

After-Sales Service

Warranty: 12-Month Limited Warranty
Support: Lifetime Technical Support
Email: support@govee.com
Official Website: www.govee.com

Specifications

FCC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warning:  Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Indoor use only
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Address: 2501 Chatham Rd Suite R Springfield IL 62704
Email: support@govee.com
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Specifications

• Model: H7173
• Capacity: 1.7L (MAX), 1.5L, 1.0L, 0.5L (MIN)

FAQs

Q: Can I use the kettle without power base?

A: No, the kettle requires the power base for operation.

Q: How do I clean the kettle?

A: Clean the kettle by rinsing it with cold water after each use and descaling regularly as per user manual instructions.

References

• Govee - Making Life Smarter
• Govee - Making Life Smarter

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