PROFICOOK PC-WKS 1192 Water Kettle Instruction Manual

PROFICOOK PC-WKS 1192 Water Kettle

Instruction Manual

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Symbols in this Instruction Manual
Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the appliance:

• WARNING:
  This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

• CAUTION:
  This refers to possible hazards to the appliance or other objects.

• NOTE:
  This highlights tips and information

General Notes

Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this appliance to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit forcommercial use.
• Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately.
• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.
• Do not operate the appliance without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the appliance off. Remove the plug from the socket.
• The appliance and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the appliance must not be used.
• Use only original spare parts.
• In order to ensure your children’s safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING:

• Do not allow small children to play with the plastic foil.
• There is a danger of suffocation!

Special Safety Precautions for this Appliance

WARNING: Risk of burns!
During operation and afterwards, the temperature of the accessible surfaces will be very high.

• Always hold the appliance by the handle.

• Always open and close the lid with the handle on the lid.

• Even after use the surface of the heating element still has residual heat.
  WARNING:

  • Do not exceed the MAX mark when filling, otherwise the water may boil over and cause burns!
  • Always ensure that the lid is tightly closed.
  • Do not open the lid when the water is boiling.

• The water level must be between the MAX and MIN marks.

• Use the appliance only on a level work surface.

• Do not move the appliance and do not touch it when it is working.

• Only use the kettle with the accompanying base.

• Switch the appliance off before removing it from the base!

• The base and exterior of the appliance must not become wet.

• Pay attention that no liquid comes in contact with the appliance adapter.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction con-cerning the safe use of the appliance understand the hazards involved.

• Cleaning and maintenance by the user shall not be made by chil-dren unless they are older 8 years and supervised.

• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.

• Children shall not play with the appliance.

• Appliances can be used by persons with reduced physical, sen-sory 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 if they understand the hazards involved.

• Do not repair the appliance by yourself. Always contact an au-thorized technician. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• This appliance is used for heating and boiling water. Never use to heat up other fluids or foodstuffs. This can cause injury.

• Only use the appliance in a dry, indoor area. It is intended for do-mestic use and similar areas of use such as e. g.:

  • In staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working envi-ronments;
  • By guests in hotels, motels and other residential type environ-ments.
    It is not intended for use in farm accommodation or Bed & Break-fast establishments.

• The following symbols are on the product:
  CAUTION:
  Do not immerse the appliance into water for cleaning. Please follow the instructions as stipulated in the chapter “Cleaning”.

Unpacking the Appliance

1. Remove the appliance from its packaging.
2. Remove all packaging material such as plastic films, filler material, cable ties and cardboard packaging.
3. Check the content for any missing parts.
4. In the event that the packaging content should be incomplete or if damages are noticeable, do not operate the appliance. Return it to the dealer immediately.

NOTE:
There may be dust and production residue on the appliance. We recommend cleaning the appliance as described under “Cleaning”.

Overview of the Components / Scope of Delivery

1. Spout (opening)
2. Handle
3. Lid
4. Water level indicator
5. On / off switch
6. Base
7. Display of the water temperature

Notes for Use

Mains Lead
Completely unwind the length of mains lead that you require from the bottom section of the base. Please ensure that the mains lead does not become tangled up.

Connected Wattage
The total power consumption of this appliance can be up to 2200 W. With this connected load a separate supply line protected by a 16 A household circuit breaker is recommended.

CAUTION: Overload!

• If you use extension leads, these should have a cable cross-section of at least 1.5 mm².
• Do not use any multiple sockets, as this appliance is too powerful.

Electrical Connection

1. Check whether the electrical voltage that you intend to use is the same as that of the appliance. Details are to be found on the label on the base.
2. Only connect the appliance to a properly installed safety socket.

Switching the Appliance On / Off

• Switching on:
  Press the toggle switch downwards. The indicator light in the switch lights up.

• Switching off:
  Press the toggle switch upwards. The indicator light in the switch goes off.

Preparation
Before using for the first time, boil fresh water at least three times in the appliance. Use only water without any additives or ingredients.

Use

NOTE:

• Ensure that the filter is correctly inserted in the spout opening.
• Always use fresh water.

1. Place the appliance on a flat surface.
2. Also hold the kettle by the handle and open the lid.
3. Then fill in the water (max. 1.7 Litre). You can read the filling level on the water level indicator of the kettle
4. Close the appliance with the lid. It must audibly click into place.
5.  Place the appliance flush onto the base.
6. Switch on the appliance. The control lamp in the switch will light up.

NOTE:
The water temperature can be seen on the display.

Pausing / Terminating Operation
There are two options to interrupt the boiling process or to terminate it:

1. The appliance will shut off automatically after the boiling process. The indicator lamp will go out.
2. Press the switch upwards to interrupt the boiling process, respectively to terminate it.

CAUTION:
Do not remove the appliance from the base without shutting it off first. The contacts on the base are not suitable for disconnecting the power supply.

WARNING: Danger of scalding!

• When pouring the water out, keep the lid closed.
• During operation the housing becomes hot. Do nottouch it and allow the appliance to cool down before storing it away.
• Hot steam may escape when you open the appliance!
• Remove the plug from the socket.
• Emptying the water container.

Cleaning

WARNING:

• Always turn the appliance off before cleaning it and remove the mains plug. Wait until the appliance has cooled down.
• Never immerse the appliance or the base in water or other liquids.
  Otherwise this might result in an electric shock or fire.

CAUTION:

• Do not use any wire brush or other abrasive objects.
• Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.
• Rinse the water container out with clean water. Then dry it off with a cloth.
• Clean the housing after use with a slightly damp cloth.

Filter
A permanent filter is located at the spout opening. To clean the filter, remove it from the kettle.

• Rinse the filter out under running water. Clean it with a nylon brush if it is necessary.
• Re-insert the filter. To do so, use the guides on the inside of the kettle. The filter must click audibly into place.

Decalcification

• The frequency of the decalcifying operation depends on the hardness of the water and on how often the appliance is used.
• If the appliance switches off before the water boils, it probably needs to be decalcified.
• Please do not use vinegar but a commercially available decalcification agent on the basis of citric acid. Only use the quantities stated in the instructions.
  NOTE:
  After descaling the appliance boil fresh water in it several times (approximately 3 – 4 times) in order to remove any residues. Do not consume this water.

Storage

• Clean the appliance as described and allow it to dry.
• We recommend that you keep the appliance in the original packaging if it will not be used for long periods.
• Always store the appliance out of the reach of children in a dry, well ventilated place.

Mains Cable Take-Up Appliance
The mains cable can be wound up on the base.

Troubleshooting

Plug in the mains plug correctly.
Check the main circuit breaker.
The appliance is faulty.| Contact our service centre or a specialist.
After being used without or with too little water the appliance has not cooled down sufficiently.| Allow the appliance to cool down for 15 min.
The appliance switches off before the water has boiled.| The heating base is severely calcified or the electric circuit of the socket is overloaded.| Descale the appliance as instructed.
Check the mains connection.
The appliance does not switch off.| The lid is not closed or the filter has not been

inserted.

| Close the lid until it locks into place, and / or reinsert the filter.
The appliance will turn on automatically when being placed onto the base.| The switch is turned on.| Set the switch to O.

Technical Data

• Model: PC-WKS 1192
• Power supply: 220 – 240 V~, 50 / 60 Hz
• Power rating: 1850 – 2200 W
• Protection class: I
• Capacity: max. 1.7 ℓ
• Net weight: approx. 1.28 kg
  The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.
  This appliance has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and is manufactured according to the latest safety regulations.

Disposal

Meaning of the “Dustbin” Symbol

• Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste.
• Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal.
• This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health.
• This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.

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