Cuisinart CPK-18XA Multi Temp Cordless Kettle Instructions
- June 3, 2024
- Cuisinart
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Cuisinart CPK-18XA Multi Temp Cordless Kettle
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
When using any electrical appliance, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury, including the following\
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Never leave unattended while cooking to avoid possibility of fire.
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This appliance is intended for HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
– clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack experience and knowledge unless, they have been given instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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To ensure no possible accidental injury occurs, when infirmed persons (including children) are near the appliance, they must be closely supervised.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Use only on an appropriate benchtop and indoors only, sitting away from flammable materials such as curtains, draperies and walls of similar nature as a fire may occur if comes in contact or becomes covered during operation.
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CAUTION: Do not operate the kettle on an inclined plane nor move the kettle while the kettle is switched on.
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Do not place on or near a hot gas, electric burner, or in a heated oven.
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Do not use appliance for other than its intended use.
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This kettle has been designed specifically for the purpose of boiling drinking quality water only. Under no circumstances should this product be used to boil any other liquids.
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Misuse may potentially cause injury or physical damage to the user.
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This appliance is under 240V use only.
Check voltage to be sure the voltage indicated on the nameplate agrees with your voltage. -
To avoid the possibility of the unit being accidentally pulled off the working area, which could result in damage to the unit or personal injury, do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or benchtop.
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To avoid damage to the cord and possible fire or electrocution hazard, do not let cord come into contact with any hot surfaces including a stovetop.
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Do not operate the kettle unless the element is fully immersed.
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Do not operate this appliance in an appliance cabinet or under a wall cabinet.
When storing in an appliance cabinet, always unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the unit is in contact with the walls of any cabinetry or on closing the cabinet door and touching the unit. -
Always unplug from the electrical outlet when not in use before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
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At no time, before or during boiling and cleaning immerse unit, plug or cord in water, or any other liquids similarly under running water too – this is to protect against the starting of a fire and electric shock that could induce injury to persons. If the unit, plug or cord should fall into water or other liquids, unplug the cord from the electrical output immediately. DO NOT reach into the water.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or authorized service representative.
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Do not clean with metal scouring pads.
Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts, involving a risk of electric shock. -
To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning; use a soft cloth with mild detergent.
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The temperature of accessible surfaces may be high when the appliance is operating.
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Kettle body/lid will be very hot to touch during use – only use handles. DO NOT TOUCH until the kettle body/lid has cooled down.
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WARNING: Do not remove the lid while the water is boiling. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the heating cycle.
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CAUTION: Position the lid so that steam is directed away from the handle.
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The appliance is only to be used with the power base provided.
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The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use.
SPECIAL CORDSET INSTRUCTIONS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension
cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and the longer cord
should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be tripped over unintentionally or pulled on by children.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
Before using your Multi-Temp Kettle for the first time, we recommend to fill the kettle to the maximum level, bring the water to boil, then discard the water. This will remove any dust or residue remaining from its manufacture.
PARTS & FEATURES
A. ” ” On/Off Button
Used to turn the kettle on and off.
B. “Temp Select” Button
Used to increase the temperature in increments of 5 degrees from 85ºC
through to 100ºC.
C. Quick Start “85ºC” Button
Temperature setting for a variety of teas (refer to quick tips guide on page
5).
D. Quick Start “100ºC” Button
Temperature setting for boiling water for a variety of teas (refer to quick
tips guide on page 10).
E. Digital Display Window (LCD)
Displays current water temperature. LCD back light is activated when the
kettle boils, and remains on for 10min after boiling has ended.
F. Lid Release Button
G. Water Level Window
With water level markings for convenient viewing of water level.
H. Power Base with 360° Swivel
Left or right-handed accessible. Cordless convenience.
I. Removable Scale Filter (not shown)
To filter tap water.
J. Fast Boil 2400W (not shown)
K. Safety Auto Cut Off (not shown)
L. Boil Dry Protection (not shown)
Stops the kettle from boiling dry.
M. BPA Free (not shown)
QUICK TIPS GUIDE
| Drink Type | Ideal Range Temperature | Ideal Range Steep Time |
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Green Tea (e.g.: Jasmine, Peach, Arabian Night, Bancha, Ceylon
Green etc)| 80 to 85| 2 – 4 min
White Tea (e.g.: apple, ginger, Lychee, Orange, Strawberry etc)|
85 to 90| 2 – 4 min
Oolong Tea| 90 to 95| 3 – 7 min
Coffee| 90 to 100| 2 – 4 min
Black & Herbal Teas **(e.g.: Assam, Cinnamon, Lemongrass, Peppermint,
Red, Chai etc)| ** 95 to 100| **** 3 -7 min
OPTIMAL BREWING
Different varieties of tea and coffee may require different brewing / steeping
times and water temperature to develop the drink’s unique flavour and aroma.
The above table provides a guideline only and may vary depending on brand and
age of tea/ coffee used and personal preference. Experiment with your Multi-
Temp Kettle and adjust the temperatures and times to suit your personal taste.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Remove kettle from the power base and lift lid by pressing the Lid Release button located on the top of the handle.
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Add fresh water, watching level in water window. Always fill the kettle between the minimum (0.5L) and maximum (1.7L) marks. Overfilling could cause boil-over. Underfilling may overheat the unit and display error code.
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Close the lid by pressing down until it locks shut.
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Position the kettle securely onto the power base. Plug into a 240V power outlet and switch on.
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The current water temperature will be shown on the display (the water temperature will be displayed to the nearest 5 degrees, e.g. 20ºC).
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Press the 85ºC button for green and white tea or the 100ºC button for black or herbal teas.
The selected temperature button will illuminate and the temperature selected will be shown in the LCD window, flashing continuously until the kettle is started. -
If you want to manually set the temperature, press the ‘Temp Select’ button located on the handle. This will increase the temperature in 5 degree increments from 85ºC through to 100ºC.
The temperature can only be increased from a starting temperature of 85ºC. -
Press the On/Off switch to start boiling; a beep will sound for 1 second to indicate that heating has started. The back light on the water indicator level will also illuminate.
NOTE: If the On/Off switch is pressed but the temperature has not been set, the kettle will default to 100ºC. -
When the kettle has reached the selected temperature, it will beep 5 times and switch off. The back light on the water indicator level will also switch off, but the LCD back light will remain on for 10 minutes. The kettle can be switched off at any time by pressing the On/ Off button located on the handle. When this happens, the LCD will display the actual water temperature. If the On/Off button is pressed again the LCD will display 100ºC and it will boil to this temperature.
NOTE: The temperature can be changed anytime during the boiling process by pressing one of the preset temperature options or setting the temperature manually. If the temperature selected during boiling is lower than the temperature of the water in the kettle, it will switch off immediately and beep 5 times; the LCD will display the current water temperature.
NOTE: When the unit is not in operation for 1 minute it will switch into ECO stand-by mode. -
Once the water has boiled and the kettle has switched off, carefully lift the kettle from the power base and pour the water.
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If the kettle is removed from the powerbase before it automatically switches off and is then put back on the powerbase it will not continue to boil and will need to be reset.
NOTE: A couple of water droplets or condensation may appear on the lid and powerbase while boiling, this is quite normal and not a leak.
CAUTION: Do not open the lid of the kettle when pouring or during the heating process as escaping steam may scald.
BOIL-DRY PROTECTION
If the kettle is accidentally switched on without a sufficient water level, a
boil dry mechanism will automatically switch the kettle off.
To reset, switch off at PowerPoint and allow kettle to cool before refilling.
The safety device will automatically reset when the kettle has cooled.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
- Unplug your kettle and allow it to cool before cleaning.
- Wipe the kettle and base of unit with a soft, damp cloth.
- Be sure that the powerbase electrical connection and connection underneath the kettle are kept dry.
- Dry and polish all parts with a soft cloth.
- Never immerse kettle or power base in water.
- Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
REMOVABLE SCALE FILTER
- This kettle features a mesh filter to remove scale deposits and clean water.
- The filter can be removed by grasping it and pulling upward. Run under hot water and rub with a clean cloth or brush. Replace the filter; it will snap back into place.
DECALCIFICATION
- Decalcification refers to removing mineral deposits, which may form in the interior and on heating plate of the kettle over time. This can result in discoloration that can look the color of rust. Please note this is NOT rust, the interior of the kettle is stainless steel and will not rust.
- To get the best performance from your Multi-Temp Kettle, decalcify your unit from time to time. Frequency will depend on the hardness of your tap water and how often you use your kettle.
- We suggest using a kettle descale in order to dissolve these deposits or scale. Follow the directions on the descale package.
- If a commercial descale is not available, fill the kettle with enough white vinegar to cover the bottom by about 1cm. Heat the vinegar to a boil. Repeat this with cooled vinegar until all deposits are removed. When the descaling process is complete, empty the kettle and rinse out several times with clean water.
NOTE: Empty the kettle after each use. Do not leave water standing in the kettle. This is to help prevent build up of hard water limescale.
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