concept RK 322x Electric Kettle User Guide

: October 27, 2023
: concept

Table of Contents

ACKNOWLEDGMENT
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY TERMS
Manufacturer
Product data
References
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concept RK 322x Electric Kettle User Guide

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Thank you for purchasing a Concept product. We hope you will be satisfied with our product throughout its service life.

Please read the whole instruction manual carefully before you use the appliance for the first time; after reading, store and keep the instruction manual in a safe and handy place. Make sure that all other people using the appliance are familiar with the instruction manual.

Technical parameters

Voltage| 220–240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Input| 1850–2200 W
Capacity| 1,7 l

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not use this appliance in a different manner than described in this manual.
Remove all packaging and marketing materials from the appliance before you use it for the first time.
Make sure that the connecting voltage corresponds to the values on the appliance type label. Use grounded wall outlets with a guard pin only.
The unit reaches high temperatures during operation and remains hot for some time after being turned off. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use only the handle and buttons, as there is a risk of being burned.
Do not clean, store or cover the appliance with items until it is completely cold.
Do not leave the appliance unattended when turned on, or plugged into the electrical socket.
Never carry the appliance during operation or while hot. Do not carry the appliance by the power cord.
Prior to plugging in or unplugging the appliance from the wall outlet, make sure the switch is OFF.
Never pull the supply cable when disconnecting the appliance from the electrical socket; pull the plug instead.
Do not allow children or irresponsible people to handle the appliance. Use the appliance out of the reach of these people.
Handicapped people, people with impaired sensation, mental capabilities, or people not familiar with the appliance operation are only allowed to use it when supervised by responsible knowledgeable people.
Be especially careful when there are children near the appliance.
Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy.
Do not use any other accessories except those recommended by the manufacturer.
Prior to cleaning and after using the appliance, turn it off, disconnect it from the electrical socket, and let it cool.
Do not let the power cord hang loosely over the edge of a table. Make sure the power cord does not touch hot surfaces.
The appliance may only be installed on a stable surface resistant to high temperature, away from other heat sources, such as radiators, ovens, etc. Protect it against direct sunlight and humidity.
Pour water into the kettle before connecting it to the wall outlet.
Do not replenish water when the appliance is on its base!
Prior to filling the appliance with water, make sure its bottom is dry. Wipe off any remaining droplets from the bottom prior to putting the appliance on its base!
The kettle may only be used for heating water up to the maximum indicated level. If the water exceeds the recommended maximum level, hot water may splash out. SCALDING HAZARD!
Prior to switching the appliance on, make sure the lid is closed properly. To avoid scalding, do not open the lid during heating.
We do not recommend using the kettle for heating liquids other than water.
Do not switch the unit on without water. If an empty kettle is turned on, the safety fuse will deactivate it automatically. Let the kettle cool, then fill it with cold water and you may use it again.
Extra care should be taken while opening the lid when refilling the hot kettle with water.
Take precautions to avoid scalding with hot water while handling the kettle. Always hold the kettle by the handle, as the vessel can be hot and may burn you.
Pour the hot water slowly – excessive tilting may cause the water to flow through the lid – RISK OF SCALDING!
Do not use abrasive or chemically aggressive substances to clean the appliance.
Do not use the unit if it does not operate properly, or if it has been dropped, damaged or exposed to any liquids. Have the appliance tested and repaired by an authorised service centre.
Never use the appliance if the supply cable or plug has been damaged; have the defect repaired immediately by an authorised service centre.
The appliance is not designed for outdoor use.
The appliance is intended for household use only, not for commercial use.
Do not immerse the supply cable, the plug, or the appliance itself in water or any other liquid.
Never repair the appliance yourself. Instead, contact an authorised service centre for repair.
This appliance may be used by children 8 years of age and older and by persons with physical or mental impairments or by inexperienced persons if they are properly supervised or have been informed about how to use of the product in a safe manner and understand the potential dangers. Children must not play with the appliance. This appliance may be cleaned by children 8 years of age and older if they are properly supervised. Keep this appliance and the power cord out of reach of children younger than 8 years of age.

Failure to follow the manufacturer‘s instructions may lead to refusal of warranty repair.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Lid
Kettle body
Water mark
Button to open the lid
Handle
Switch with power indicator
Supply cable base

CAUTION
Prior to first use, we recommend boiling the maximum volume of water in the kettle at least 3 times, then pouring it out. The kettle is then ready for operation.
The kettle may only be used with the supplied base.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Remove the kettle from the base (7), press the button for opening the lid (4), open the lid (1), and fill the appliance with cold water within the permitted maximum only. If the water level in the kettle is under the recommended minimum, the kettle will keep overheating and turning off prematurely.
Note: Make sure that the lid (1) is closed properly, otherwise the kettle can not turn off automatically
Place the kettle on the base (7); electric contacts will get connected automatically. Thanks to the central connector design, the kettle can turn around 360° and be put on the base from any side.
Connect the base to the mains.
Turn the kettle on by pressing the switch (6).
A control light on the switch (6) signals the kettle is in operation. The kettle lid (1) must be properly closed when water is being heated.
WARNING!
Do not open the lid during heating or immediately after heating is completed. Hot steam could scald you!
After the boiling point has been reached, the kettle will turn off automatically, and the operating light will go out. Water heating can be terminated prematurely by moving the switch (6) to the off position.
Remove the kettle from the base (7) and use the hot water.
If you want to reheat the water you have just finished boiling, wait for approximately 30 seconds before reactivating the switch (6).

Note: It is not a sign of a defect when a small amount of water droplets appear on the kettle base (7). It is a small amount of condensed steam, which deactivates the kettle thermostat.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING!

Always disconnect the power supply cable from the mains outlet before cleaning the appliance.
Make sure the appliance has cooled down before handling it.
Only use a wet cloth for cleaning the surface; never use detergents or hard objects, as they may damage it.
Never clean the unit under running water; do not rinse it or submerge in water.

Limescale removal

Impurities from water build up during normal use. These sediments can be removed perfectly from the kettle using preparations designed for removing limescale (observe the producer’s instructions) or using the following procedure:

Pour 0.5 litre of vinegar into the kettle and top up with water. Leave the solution in the kettle overnight.
Do not boil!

2. Pour out the contents, and clean the remaining sediment using a wet cloth. Fill the kettle with clean water, boil it and pour it out again. Repeat the procedure once more. The kettle is then ready for continuing
operation.
Note: Remove the sediment inside the kettle regularly, about once a week, depending on the water hardness
and frequency of use. Deposits reduce the heating effect and the service life of the kettle considerably.
SERVICING
Any extensive maintenance or repair requiring access to the internal parts of the product shall be performed
by an authorized service center.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
• Packaging materials and obsolete appliances should be recycled.
• The transport box may be disposed of as sorted waste.
• Polyethylene bags shall be handed over for recycling.

Appliance recycling at the end of its service life:

A symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product should not go into household waste. It must be taken to the collection point of an electric and electronic equipment recycling facility. By making sure this product is disposed of properly, you will help prevent the negative effects on the environment and human health that would otherwise result from inappropriate disposal of this product. You can learn more about recycling this product from your local authorities, a household waste disposal service or in the shop where you bought this product.

This product meets all the basic EU regulation requirements that relate to it.

Changes to the text, design and technical specifi cations may occur without prior notice and we reserve the right to make these changes.

WARRANTY TERMS

Warranty

The manufacturer (or importer) is responsible for ensuring the product complies with the requirements of applicable legal regulations as well as those of the relevant technical standards. Moreover, they are responsible for ensuring the product has the properties the manufacturer described in documents related to the goods or those reasonably expected by the customer with regard to the nature of the goods or based on advertising produced by the manufacturer, and further they are responsible for ensuring the product is fit for the purpose proposed by the manufacturer or that a product of the same type is normally used for.

The quality warranty term is 24 months from product takeover by the customer.

The warranty does not apply to wear and tear caused by regular use. The customer shall not be entitled to any warranty claims if, prior to taking the product over, they knew the product contained a defect or if the defect is attributable to the customer.

The warranty specifically does not apply:

if the product installation, operation and service conditions stipulated in the product operating manual have not been adhered to,
to malfunctions caused due to mechanical, heat or chemical damage, short circuit, over voltage or incorrect installation,
to malfunctions caused by an inexpert third-party intervention,
to malfunctions caused by natural disaster,
to malfunctions caused by insufficient or inappropriate maintenance in violation of the operating manual, including malfunctions caused by water and other sediments,
to changes in colour of the heating surface or to scratching of the surface caused as a result of using the products in an unusual manner,
to appearance and functional changes caused by exposure to sunlight, thermal radiation of water and other sediments,
if the service life of certain product parts expires, e.g. for accumulators, bulbs, etc.

The warranty does not apply to any products and services provided along with the product (gifts, promotional articles, etc.).

Filing a complaint

A complaint against a product defect must be filed as soon as identified, yet no later than before the end of the warranty term.

The customer must file a product complaint with the dealer from which they have purchased the product, or with any authorised service centre, a list of which is included in the product package, or available at www.my- concept.com.

While filing a product complaint, the product must be duly cleaned and securely packed so as to prevent any damage during its transport to an authorised service centre, where relevant, unless the product is delivered in person.

The customer must submit proof of having concluded a purchase contract for the product by producing the receipt.

While filing their complaint, the customer must indicate the noted defect and identify the preferred complaint application method.

Complaints processing

As long as the noted defect may be removed, the user has the right to have the defect duly removed free of charge on a timely basis.

Where such a procedure is not reasonable with regard to the nature of the defect, the user may require to be supplied a new defect-free product (replacement), or, where the defect applies to a part of the product only, replacement of the part concerned. However, if replacement of the product or any part thereof is not proportionate with regard to the nature of the defect, especially if the defect can be removed without undue delay, the customer has the right to have the defect removed free of charge.

If the noted defect is not removable, or if the customer becomes entitled to replacement of the product or a part thereof, yet the replacement is not possible, for example due to the product having been sold out, the customer has the right to return the product (withdrawal from the contract).

The customer shall have the right to a new product (replacement) or to replacement of a part of the product even if the defect can be removed, provided they cannot properly use the product due to repeated occurrence of the defect or due to a high number of such defects. In such a case, the customer also has the right to return the product (by withdrawing from the contract).

If the product is not returned (the customer does not withdraw from the contract), or if the customer does not apply the right to a new defect-free product (replacement), to replacement of a part thereof or to repair of the product, they may request a reasonable discount. The customer also has a right to a reasonable discount if a new defect-free product cannot be supplied to them, or if a product part cannot be replaced or the product repaired unless the situation is remedied within a reasonable time limit, or if remedying the situation would create major discomfort on the part of the customer.

The seller, authorised service centre or a staff member authorised by them must decide about each complaint immediately or within three business days in complicated cases. This term does not include a reasonable period of time, depending on the type of product concerned, required for the defect to be assessed by an expert.
A complaint, including defect removal, must be dealt with without any undue delay, yet no later than within 30 calendar days of the complaint filing date, unless the seller and the customer agree on a later deadline.

On returning the product (withdrawing from the contract) the customer must return any accessories and documents supplied along with the product.

The customer does not have the right to keep the defective parts and components of the product replaced as part of a repair of the product.

This shall be without prejudice to any other rights the customer may have in relation to the purchase of the product.

Remark: Complaints against products damaged in transport are governed by the carrier’s complaints procedure.

Manufacturer

Jindřich Valenta – Concept
Vysokomýtská 1800, 565 01 Choceň
Czech Republic
tel.: +420 465 471 400
fax +420 465 473 304
Company ID No. 13216660
email: servis@my-concept.cz
www: www.my-concept.com