AquaControl Plus FLA141 - Kettle KRUPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric kettle
Brand	Krups
Model	AquaControl Plus FLA141
Maximum capacity	1.7 L
Minimum capacity	0.3 L
Power supply	220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power	2200 W (estimated)
Automatic shut-off	Yes, at boiling
Dry boil protection	Yes
Descaling filter	Removable (depending on model)
Base	With cord storage
Lid opening	By button control
Spout	With integrated filter
Graduated water level	Visible on the body
Operating indicator light	Yes
Exterior cleaning	Damp cloth, non-abrasive detergent
Recommended descaling	White vinegar and water
Do not immerse	The kettle and the base
Languages of the manual	FR, DA, DE, EN, ES, FI, IT, NL, NO, PT, SV
Warranty	Manufacturer's warranty (except descaling defects)
After-sales service	Authorized KRUPS service centers

Frequently Asked Questions - AquaControl Plus FLA141 KRUPS

How to turn on the AquaControl Plus FLA141 kettle?

Set the switch (a) to the 'l' position. The indicator light (b) turns on and the water heats up to boiling, then the appliance switches off automatically.

What is the maximum capacity of this kettle?

The maximum capacity is 1.7 L and the minimum capacity is 0.3 L. Observe the MAX and MIN markings.

How to open the lid?

Press the lid opening button (d) on the handle. The lid opens automatically. To close it, push it down until it 'clicks' into place.

Can I use the kettle without the descaling filter?

Yes, the absence of the filter does not prevent operation. However, the filter retains limescale particles and improves the quality of the poured water.

How to clean the descaling filter?

Remove the filter by pivoting it upward. Rinse it under clean water with a soft non-metallic brush. You can also descale it with a mixture of water and vinegar.

How to descale the kettle?

Pour 0.5 L of water and 1/2 cup of white vinegar (8°). Boil, let it sit for 15 minutes, rinse several times with cold water, then boil clean water before reuse.

What to do if the kettle does not turn on?

Check the connection, that the kettle is properly placed on its base, that the switch is on 'l'. If it has operated without water, pour cold water and wait 1 minute before trying again.

Why does my kettle stop before boiling?

This may be due to significant limescale buildup. Perform descaling as described in the manual. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Krups service center.

Can I immerse the kettle or the base in water?

No, never immerse the kettle or the base. Clean the exterior with a damp cloth and a non-abrasive detergent.

Where can I find spare parts?

Contact an authorized Krups service center. The list is in the 'KRUPS Service' booklet provided with the appliance.

USER MANUAL AquaControl Plus FLA141 KRUPS

Thank you for choosing an appliance from the KRUPS range, which is intended exclusively for boiling water.

CAUTION: the safety precautions are part of the appliance. Read them carefully before using your new appliance for the first time. Keep them in a place where you can find and refer to them later on.

DESCRIPTION

A On / off switch (I/0)

B Indicator light

C Locking and hinged lid

D Lid opening control

E Pouring spout

F Limescale filter (depending on model)

G Body

H Water level indicator

Power base with integrated cord storage

J Handle

USING YOUR APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

Before first use, rinse the interior of your kettle and boil 1 or 2 lots of water. Place the base of your kettle on a stable surface and plug it in.

Remove the kettle from its base and fill it via the pouring spout (e) (1) or via the open lid by pressing the lid opening control (d) and lifting the rear section (2). Keep the water level within the MAX (1.7 l) and MIN (0.3 l) markings on the indicator (h) (1). Check that the lid is firmly closed to prevent any spilling, escape of steam, or faulty operation. Automatic locking is indicated by a “click” and the opening control (d) (3) pops up. Switch on by positioning the switch (a) to “I”, and the indicator light (b) will come on (4).

Important:

The appliance switches off automatically once the water reaches boiling point, the switch (a) returns to position "0" and the indicator light (b) goes out (5).

• You can also stop the kettle at any time during the heating cycle by setting the switch (a) to position “0”. The appliance is protected by a safety device which regulates the heating cycle if the kettle is switched on with too little water or no water at all. Pour cold water into the appliance, or wait for a few minutes to restart the heating cycle.

LIMESCALE FILTER (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

Depending on the hardness of the local water, a layer of limescale may form inside your kettle. If this happens, when the water boils, particles of limescale may be found in the water you pour. To prevent this from occurring, we have equipped the kettle with a special limescale filter which retains the particles of scale when you pour water.

• Avoid pouring water too quickly, so as to allow it to flow slowly through the limescale filter. To remove the limescale filter, lift the kettle away from its base and allow the appliance to cool down. Never remove the filter when the appliance is full of hot water.

Press the control (d) to open the lid. Swivel the filter and pull it upward to remove it from the pouring spout (6).

To replace the limescale filter, slide it into the pouring spout and lock it by pushing downwards.

Notes:

The filter is only suitable for this type of kettle.

The absence of a filter will not stop the kettle from working.

CLEANING

Unplug the kettle, remove it from its base and allow it to cool down. To clean the external surfaces, use a damp cloth with a little washing-up liquid. Rinse and dry carefully. Never immerse the kettle or the base in water.

Model with limescale filter

■ Clean the limescale filter at regular intervals. - Rinse it in fresh running water, using a soft non-metallic brush.

MAINTENANCE

Descaling

To allow water to reach boiling point, it is essential that you descale your kettle at regular intervals. To do this, we advise you to use wine vinegar:

■ Pour 1/2 litre water into the kettle. ■ Add 1/2 glass of 8° wine vinegar. ■ Bring to the boil and leave to work for 15 minutes. ■ Then rinse your kettle several times in cold water. ■ Boil fresh water before using the kettle again.

Model with limescale filter

This same mixture (water + vinegar) can also be used to descale the limescale filter.

■ Pour a little of the hot mixture into a container.

Soak the filter in the mixture for several minutes, until the particles of tartar trapped in the pores of the filter have dissolved.

■ Then rinse the filter thoroughly in fresh water.

Note:

Our guarantee does not cover kettles which do not work or work poorly because they have not been descaled.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR APPLIANCE DOES NOT WORK?

Check:

■ the electrical connection ■ that the kettle is correctly positioned on its base ■ that the switch is in position "I"

■ that the kettle has not been switched on without any water. If this is the case, pour cold water into the kettle, wait for one minute before switching it on again.

If your kettle works only intermittently before boiling, your appliance probably needs descaling. Refer to the section headed “Maintenance”.

If your appliance still does not work: contact an approved KRUPS service centre (see list in the booklet «KRUPS Service»).

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

Help protect the environment!

Your appliance contains a number of materials that may be recovered or recycled. Take them to a collection point or an approved service centre so that they can be processed.

European directive 2012/19/UE on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) requires that old household electrical appliances are not thrown into the normal flow of municipal waste. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimize the recovery and recycling of materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment.

ANTI-CALCAIRE FILTER (DEPENDING ON MODEL)

A On/off switch (0/l)

B Pilot light

C Hinged and locked lid

D Lid opening control

E Spout