Amica KM 5011 Electric Kettle User Manual

Amica KM 5011 Electric Kettle

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING OUR APPLIANCE

Dear customer,
From now on, your daily housework will be easier than ever before. Your appliance is exceptionally easy to use and extremely efficient. After reading these Operating Instructions, operating the appliance will be easy. Before being packaged and leaving the manufacturer, the appli-ance was thoroughly checked with regard to safety and functionality. Before using the appliance, please carefully read these Operating Instructions. By following these instructions carefully you will be able to avoid any prob-lems in using the appliance. It is important to keep these Operating Instructions and store them in a safe place so that they can be consulted at any time. Follow these instructions carefully in order to avoid pos-sible accidents. Sincerely,

Manufacturer’s Declaration

The manufacturer hereby declares that this product meets the re­quirements of the following European directives:

• Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EC
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/EC
• ErP Directive 2009/125/EC
•  Directive RoHS 2011/65/EC
  and has thus been marked with the CE symbol and been issued with a declaration of compliance made available to market regulators.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

• Important! To minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
• Carefully read this instruction before using the appli-ance.
• If water spills on the external electrical components or the base of a kettle, dry it thoroughly before switching back on.
• Do not use the appliance if it shows any signs of dam-age to the power cord, or if the appliance has been dropped on the floor.
• After use, always pull out the plug from the socket, and also in case of any malfunction or before cleaning. When pulling out the plug from the wall outlet, never pull by the cord, only the plug.
• The kettle is a class I shock protection appliance, and therefore power outlet to which it is connected to must be equipped with grounding pin.
• Children do not realize the dangers that can arise when using electrical appliances; therefore keep the kettle out of reach of children.
• Do not attempt to remove any parts of the housing or insert any objects into the appliance.
• To prevent damage to the power cord, do not place it over sharp edges or close to hot surfaces.
• Do not expose the appliance to rain or humidity, and do not use it outdoors. Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
• Use only clean cold water and fill the kettle slowly – strong water jet causes water splashing.
• Never fill the kettle with more water than up the indi-cated maximum water level.
• This appliance generates heat.
• Never place the appliance on hot surfaces.
• Warning: the escaping water or steam causes a risk of burns. When using the appliance, do not touch any part of the kettle except the handle and make sure the cover is properly closed. This appliance is suitable for water heating only. Never pour any other liquids into the ket-tle.
• The kettle switches off automatically when water boils. You can switch the kettle off before water boils using a switch. When the kettle switches off automatically (or when it was switched off manually), it may take some time (approximately 15 – 20 seconds to cool down) to be ready for reuse.
• The kettle must only be used with the supplied base. If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by a professional repair shop in order to avoid hazard. Unplug the kettle from the power outlet and wait until it cools down before cleaning.
• When boiling the water, parts of the kettle made of stain-less steel become very hot*.
• Do not switch on the kettle without an adequate amount of water (level marked as “min” on the scale).
• Do not leave the kettle unattended, and when not com-pletely cooled down.
• Use only the handle to move the kettle, other external parts may be hot.
• Use the appliance on a flat and stable surface. Children do not realize the dangers that can arise when using electrical appliances; therefore keep the kettle out of reach of children.
• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and older or by persons with physical, mental or sen-sory handicaps, or by those who are inexperienced or unfamiliar with the appliance, provided they are super-vised or have been instructed how to safely use the ap-pliance and are familiar with risks associated with the use of the appliance. Ensure that children do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance of the appliance should not be performed by children unless they are 8 years or older and are supervised by a com-petent person.
• Keep the appliance away from children under 8 years of age when it is hot or not completely cooled down.
• Do not allow children to engage in activities associated with cleaning and maintenance of the appliance without supervision.
• Make sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate corresponds to the electric power parameters at home, power must be marked as ~ (alternating current).
• WHEN THE KETTLE IS HOT, ONLY TOUCH ITS PLASTIC PARTS: HANDLE, BASE, LID OPENING BUTTON OR SWITCH.
• Do not touch the surface marked with the symbol when the appliance is on or after operation. These sur-faces are hot.
• This appliance is intended for use at home or in facili-ties, such as: kitchen for employees; in shops, offices and other working environments, use by the customers of hotels, motels and other residential facilities, in rural residential buildings, in the accommodation facilities;

DISPOSING/SCRAPPING OF USED EQUIPMENT

UNPACKING
During transportation, protective packaging was used to protect the appliance against any damage. After unpacking, please dispose of all elements of packaging in a way that will not cause damage to the environment. All materials used for packaging the appliance are environmentally friendly, they are 100% recyclable and are marked with the appropriate symbol.
Important! Packaging materials (bags, polyethylene, polystyrene, etc.) should be kept away from children during unpacking

DISPOSAL OF OLD APPLIANCE
In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU and loçal legislation regarding used electrical and electronic goods, thiš appliance is marked with the symbol of the crossed-out waste container. This marking indicates that the appliance must not be disposed ot togetner WIth otner nousenold waste after it hás been used. The user is obliged to hand it over to waste collection centre collecting used electrical and eletronic, g0ods. The collectors, including local collection points, shops and local authority departments, provIde recyCling schemes. Proper handling of used electrical and electronic goods helps avoid environmental and health hazards resulting from the presence of dangerous components and the inappropriate storage and processing of such goods.

THE APPLIANCE’S CONSTRUCTION AND FEATURES

Appliance’s parts (Fig. 1)

1. Spout
2. Lid
3. Lid opening button
4. Water gauge
5. Handle
6. Menu
7. Button
8. Power base

OPERATION, CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Before use:
For the first time to use or no use for a long time, it is recommended that you fill to the maximum level mark with fresh tap water, boil and empty the kettle at least 2 times to clear kettle of any tiny particles. Do not drink such water.

Use:

1. Press the lid lock on the handle, and you can open it.
2. Remove the kettle from the base to the filling place. Fill the kettle with desired amount (no less than the minimum and no more than the maximum.) Put back the lid; place the kettle back on the base unit.
3. Connect the plug into a power outlet (220-240V, AC), switch the kettle on by pressing the switch. The light will illuminate to indicate the kettle is heating.
4. The kettle will automatically switch off once the water has boiled and the neon light goes off.
5. Lift the kettle from the base, and you can pour out the water into container.

Detailed description of the selected kettle features: (Fig. 2)

1. Operation

   • Programme 1 Boil water (100°C) Press Start to turn on the kettle.
     Kettle operation is indicated by the indicator (1) at the top of the display. You will hear three beeps when programme completes.

   • Programme 2: Heat the water to the set temperature. Use the Setting button to select the tempera-ture of 70°C – 80°C – 90°C – 100°C – 40°C – 60°C and press Start to turn on the kettle. Kettle operation is indicated by the indicator (1) at the top of the display. You will hear three beeps when programme completes.

   • Programme 3: Heat the water to the set temperature and keep warm for one hour. Use the Setting button to select the temperature of 70°C – 80°C – 90°C – 100°C – 40°C – 60°C and press Keep warm button to turn on the kettle. Kettle operation is indicated by the indicators (1+2) at the top of the di-splay. You will hear three beeps when programme completes.

   • Programme 4: Boil the water (100°C) and keep warm for one hour. Use the Setting button to select the temperature of 70°C – 80°C – 90°C – 100°C – 40°C – 60°C and press Keep warm button twice. Ket-tle operation is indicated by the indicators (1+2+3) at the top of the display. You will hear three beeps when programme completes.

2. When Boil-dry Protection is triggered (after approximately 15 seconds), the kettle will not turn on until it cools down (naturally or when cold water is poured in).

OPERATION, CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning:
Always disconnect the appliance from the power outlet and cool it down completely before cleaning.

1. Never immerse the kettle, power cord or power base in water, or allow moisture to contact with these parts.

2. Wipe the appearance of body with a damp cloth or cleaner, never use a poisonous cleaner.

3. Remember to clean the filter at intervals. For easier cleaning, detach the filter by pressing down the tab of filter inside the kettle and then replace it after cleaning.
   CAUTION: Do not use chemical, steel, wooden or abrasive cleaners to clean the outside of the kettle to prevent the gloss loss.

4. When not use or storage, the power cord may be wind under the bottom of kettle.

Removal of mineral deposits:
Your kettle should be periodically descaled as the mineral deposits in tap water may form scale on the bottom of kettle so as to cause the operation less efficiency. You can use the commercially available descaler and follow the instructions on the package of descaler. Alternatively, you may follow below instructions using the white vinegar.

1. Fill the kettle with 3 cups of white vinegar, then adding water to the amount so as to cover the bot-tom of kettle completely. Leave the solution in the kettle overnight.
2. Then discard the mixture in the kettle, then filling the kettle with clean water to the maximum position, boiling and then discard the water. Repeat several times until the odor of vinegar has been flushes away. Any stains remaining inside the spout can be removed by rubbing with a damp cloth.

SPECIFICATION

• Type  KM 5011
  • Rated voltage 220V – 240V 50/60 Hz
  • Nominal power 1850-2200 W
  • Capacity 1,7 l

WARRANTY AND AFTER SALES SERVICE

Warranty service as stated on the warranty card The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage caused by improper use of the product.
Boiling water in the kettle is accompanied by noise. This is nor-mal during rapid heating of the liquid and does not constitute grounds for complaint.

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