WKS 3381 - Kettle CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric kettle
Brand	Clatronic
Model	WKS 3381
Power supply	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Maximum capacity	1.0 litre
Net weight	0.92 kg
Material	Stainless steel and plastic
Main functions	Automatic boiling, automatic shut-off, water level indicator light, removable permanent filter
Safety	Overheat protection, automatic shut-off when water is absent, lid lock, non-slip base
Cleaning and maintenance	Clean the exterior with a damp cloth, descale regularly with citric acid, rinse the filter under running water
Spare parts and repairability	Removable permanent filter, base with cable winder, spare parts available from the manufacturer
General information	Household use only, do not immerse in water, follow safety instructions

Frequently Asked Questions - WKS 3381 CLATRONIC

Why does my kettle not turn on?

Check that the kettle is properly placed on the base and the switch is in the down position. If it has been used without water or with too little water, it may need to cool down for 15 minutes before it resets.

How to descale my Clatronic WKS 3381 kettle?

Use a descaling product based on citric acid (not vinegar). Pour the solution into the kettle, bring to a boil, let it sit, then rinse several times with fresh water. Boil 3 to 4 times of fresh water before using.

Why is the water not boiling or the kettle stops before boiling?

This may be due to heavy scaling on the bottom or an overload of the electrical circuit. Descale the appliance and check the power outlet.

How to clean the permanent filter?

Open the lid, remove the filter following the guides, rinse it under running water, then put it back ensuring it clicks into place.

Can I use vinegar to descale?

No, it is not recommended to use vinegar. Use a commercial descaling product based on citric acid.

What to do if the kettle does not stop after boiling?

Check that the lid is closed until it clicks and the filter is properly placed. Otherwise, push the switch up to stop it manually.

Can I boil water with milk or other liquids?

No, this kettle is designed only to heat water. Never use milk, soup, or other liquids.

How to store the power cord?

The base has a cable winding system. Wind the cable around the base for convenient storage.

What is the maximum water capacity?

The maximum capacity is 1.0 litre (up to the 1 L mark). Do not exceed this limit to avoid splashing boiling water.

How to maintain the exterior of the kettle?

Clean the casing after use with a slightly damp cloth. Never use a metal brush or abrasive detergent. Never immerse the appliance or base in water.

USER MANUAL WKS 3381 CLATRONIC

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WASERKOO-BR

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D-47906 Kempen/Germany

Volume: max. 1,0 liter

Consommation: 1850-2200 W

Classe de protection: I

General Safety Instructions

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 device 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 for commercial 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 machine without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the device off. Remove the plug from the socket.
• The device and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.
• Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. To avoid the exposure to danger, always have a faulty cable be replaced only by the manufacturer, by our customer service or by a qualified person and with a cable of the same type.
• Use only original spare parts.
• Pay careful attention to the following "Special Safety Instructions".

Children and Frail Individuals

- In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING!

Caution! Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suffocation!

• This device is not intended to be used by individuals (including children) who have restricted physical, sensory or mental abilities and/or insufficient knowledge and/or experience, unless they are supervised by an individual who is responsible for their safety or have received instructions on how to use the device.
• Children should be supervised at all times in order to ensure that they do not play with the device.

Symbols in these Instructions for Use

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 machine:

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects.

NOTE: This highlights tips and information.

Special Safety Instructions for this Machine

WARNING:

Do not exceed the 1 litre mark when filling, otherwise the water may boil over and cause burns!

• The water level must be between the 1 litre and MIN. marks!
• Use only cold water when filling.
• Use the appliance only on a level work surface.
  • Always ensure that the lid is tightly closed.
• Please do not open the lid when the water is boiling.
• Do not move the device and do not touch it when it is working.

- Only use the kettle with the accompanying base.

- Switch the machine off before removing it from the base.

- The base and exterior of the machine must not become wet.

• After familiarisation and if the operating instructions are complied with, the device may be used

• in kitchens for employees in shops, offices and other commercial fields
• by customers in hotels, motels and other residential facilities.

It is not intended for use in agricultural properties or bed-and-breakfast establishments.

Instructions

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.

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.

NOTE: Always use fresh water.

Use

1. Place the machine on a flat surface.

2. Opening the Lid

3. First press the locking mechanism in the direction of the handle.

4. Then pull the lid upwards.

5. Then fill in the water (max. 1 Litre). You can read the filling level on the water level indicator of the kettle.

6. Close the lid until you hear it lock in place.

7. Place the kettle flush on the base.

8. Electrical connection

9. Check whether the electrical voltage that you intend to use is the same as that of the machine. Details are to be found on the label on the base.

10. Only connect the machine to a properly installed 230 V, 50 Hz safety socket.

11. Switch on the kettle by pressing the switch. The water level indicator is illuminated during the entire boiling process.

Switching off/Interrupting Operation

There are two ways to stop/interrupt the boiling process:

• The appliance switches off automatically after the water has boiled.
• You can press the switch upwards in order to stop or interrupt the boiling process.

WARNING:

• Do not remove the appliance from the base without switching it off beforehand. As long as the switch is in the lower position the kettle is switched on.
• Always switch the device off before you remove it from the base! Please also ensure that it is switched off when you put it back on the base!

WARNING: DANGER OF SCALDING!

• When pouring the water out, keep the lid closed.

• During operation the housing becomes hot. Do not touch it and allow the device to cool down before storing it away.

• Remove the mains plug.

• The illumination in the water level indicator goes off.
  • Emptying the water container.

Mains Cable Take-up Device

The mains cable can be wound up on the base.

Cleaning

WARNING:

• Always turn the device off before cleaning it and remove the mains plug. Wait until the device has cooled down.
- Never immerse the device or the base in water or other liquids.

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.
• There is a permanent filter in the spout. In order to clean the filter, pull it out with the lid open. Rinse out the filter with running water. Reinsert it, taking note of the guide mechanism.

Decalcification

• The frequency of the decalcifying operation depends on the hardness of the water and on how often the appliance is used.
• If the machine 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 device boil fresh water in it several times (approximately 3-4 times) in order to remove any residues. Do not consume this water.

Troubleshooting

- It is not possible to switch the machine on.

Possible Cause:

After being used without or with too little water the machine has not cooled down sufficiently.

Remedy:

Allow the machine to cool down for 15 min.

- The machine switches off before the water has boiled.

Possible Cause:

The heated base is coated with too much lime or the circuit of the plug is overloaded.

Remedy:

Descale the machine as instructed.

Check the mains connection.

• The machine does not switch off.

Possible Cause:

The lid is not closed or the filter is not inserted.

Remedy:

Close the lid until it locks in place or re-insert the filter.

- The device switches itself back on when placed on the base.

Possible Cause:

The switch is turned on.

Remedy:

Press the switch upwards.

Technical Data

Model: WKS 3381

Power supply: 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption: 1850-2200 W

Protection class: I

Filling quantity: ....max. 1.0 Litre

Net weight: 0.92 kg

This device has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations.

Subject to technical changes without prior notice!

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.