SWKG 2000 A1 - Kettle SILVERCREST - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	SILVERCREST
Model	SWKG 2000 A1
Type	Cordless glass kettle
Power	2,000 W
Power supply voltage	220-240 V~ / 50 Hz
Maximum capacity	1.5 liters
Body material	Borosilicate glass
Automatic shut-off	Yes - at boiling and dry protection
Overheat protection	Yes
Limescale filter	Removable and washable
Water level indicator	Visible MIN / MAX marks
Power base	360 degrees cordless
Lid opening	Safety unlocking button
Switch	ON/OFF

Frequently Asked Questions - SWKG 2000 A1 SILVERCREST

What is the maximum capacity of the SILVERCREST SWKG 2000 A1 kettle?

The maximum capacity is 1.5 liters. Never fill beyond the MAX mark indicated on the water level indicator. For optimal use, also do not fill below the MIN mark to protect the heating element.

How does the automatic shut-off of the SWKG 2000 A1 work?

The kettle automatically shuts off as soon as the water reaches boiling. A thermal protection system also cuts off power in case of overheating or if the kettle is turned on without water. To restart heating, reposition the kettle on its base and press the ON/OFF switch.

How to clean the descaling filter of the SWKG 2000 A1?

Remove the removable filter located inside the spout. Rinse it under cold running water and gently scrub with a soft brush to remove lime deposits. Replace it before each use to prevent lime particles from ending up in your drink.

How to descale the SILVERCREST SWKG 2000 A1 kettle?

Fill the kettle up to the MAX mark with a mixture of water and white vinegar (or diluted citric acid). Bring to a boil, let sit for 30 minutes, then empty and rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. Regular descaling (every 1 to 3 months depending on water hardness) prolongs the life of the appliance.

What to do if the kettle does not turn on?

First, check that the kettle is correctly placed on its power base and that it is plugged in. Make sure the water level is at least at the MIN mark. If the appliance remains inactive after overheating, let it cool for a few minutes before restarting it.

Can the remaining water in the kettle be reused?

Yes, but it is recommended not to leave water sitting too long in the kettle (more than a few hours) as this promotes bacterial growth and lime deposits. Empty unused water and rinse the interior if necessary before refilling.

The kettle stops before the water boils, is this normal?

No, this is not normal. It may indicate a significant lime deposit on the heating element, disrupting temperature detection. Perform a complete descaling of the kettle. If the problem persists, check that the kettle is properly on its base and that the electrical contacts are clean.

How to properly use the SWKG 2000 A1 for the first time?

Before the first use, fill the kettle with cold water up to the MAX mark and boil once, then discard this water. Repeat the operation a second time. This eliminates any manufacturing residue and ensures healthy drinking water from the start.

The lid of the SWKG 2000 A1 kettle won't open, what should I do?

The kettle is equipped with a safety lid with button unlocking. Firmly press the unlock button located on the handle or top of the appliance. If the lid remains stuck, check for lime deposits around the hinge - descaling may resolve the problem.

Can the SWKG 2000 A1 kettle be washed in the dishwasher?

No. The kettle and its power base are not dishwasher safe. Clean the exterior with a damp cloth and the glass interior with warm water. Never immerse the electric base in water.

What are the normal sounds during the use of the SWKG 2000 A1?

Crackling or gurgling sounds are completely normal during heating: they are related to the thermal expansion of the glass and bubble formation. A whistling sound at the end of the cycle indicates that boiling is imminent. These sounds gradually disappear after several uses.

What is the power of the SILVERCREST SWKG 2000 A1 kettle?

The SWKG 2000 A1 kettle has a power of 2,000 W under 220-240 V~ / 50 Hz. This high power allows 1.5 liters of water to be brought to a boil quickly, in just a few minutes.

USER MANUAL SWKG 2000 A1 SILVERCREST

KETTLE SWKG 2000 A1

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KETTLE

Operating instructions

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Table of Contents

Introduction 2

Copyright. 2

Intended Use 2

Items supplied .... 3

Operating components 3

Technical data 3

Safety instructions 4

Preparation....6

Unpacking 6

Disposal of the packaging....6

Initial use 6

Boiling water 7

Cleaning and Care 8

In the event of scale deposits: 9

Inserting/removing the scale filter insert 9

Storage 9

Troubleshooting 10

Disposal of the appliance 10

Notes on the Declaration of Conformity 10

Importer 11

Warranty 11

Service....11

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance.

You have clearly decided in favour of a quality product. These operating instructions are a component of the product. They supply you with important information for the intended use, safety and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all of the operating and safety instructions. Use the appliance only as described and only for the purposes indicated. Additionally, pass these instructions on to whoever might acquire the appliance at a future date.

Copyright

This documentation is copyright protected.

Any copying or reproduction, including as extracts, as well as the reproduction of images, also in an altered state, is only permitted with the written authorisation of the manufacturer.

Intended Use

This appliance is intended for the boiling-up of water in domestic households. It is not intended for use with other liquids or for commercial applications.

Do not use the appliance until it has been completely assembled.

This appliance is intended exclusively for use in domestic households. Do not use the appliance for commercial applications!

WARNING

Risks from unintended use!

Risks can be engendered by the appliance if it is used for unintended purposes and/or for other types of use.

▶ Use the appliance exclusively for its intended purposes.
▶ Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions.

Claims of any kind resulting from damage caused by improper use, incompetent repairs, unauthorised modifications or the use of non-approved spare parts will not be acknowledged.

The operator alone bears the risk.

Items supplied

This appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:

• Kettle
• Base
• Scale fi Iter insert
• Operating Manual

NOTICE

▶ Check the contents to ensure everything has been supplied, and for signs of visible damage.
▶ Do not use the appliance until it has been completely assembled.
▶ If the delivery is incomplete, or it has been damaged due to defective packaging or transportation, contact the Service Hotline (see chapter Service).

Operating components

① Unlocking button
② ON/OFF switch
3 Base
4 Cable winder
5 Scale
6 Scale fi lter insert

Technical data

Power supply 220 - 230 V	~, 50 Hz
Nominal performance 1850 - 2000 W
Capacity max. 1.5 Liter

Safety instructions

▶ Ensure that the base with the electrical connections NEVER comes into contact with water! Ensure that the base is completely dry before use, especially if it has accidentally become wet.
▶ Use the kettle only with the supplied base.
▶ Ensure that the power cable never becomes wet or damp during operation. Lay the cable so that it cannot be trapped or otherwise damaged.
To avoid risks, arrange for defective plugs and/or cables to be replaced at once by qualified technicians or our Customer Service Department.
▶ After use, ALWAYS remove the plug from the mains power socket. Switching the appliance off is not sufficient, because the appliance is under power for as long as the plug is connected to the power socket.
Before use check the appliance for signs of visible external damage. Do not put into operation an appliance that is damaged or has been dropped.
▶ Repairs should only be carried out by authorized specialist companies or by the Customer Service department. Incompetent repairs can result in significant risks for the user. In addition warranty claims become void.

NEVER submerse the appliance in water or other liquids! You could receive a fatal electric shock if residual liquids come into contact with live components during operation.

△WARNING - RISK OF INJURY!

- Heat water only with the lid closed, otherwise the automatic switch-off cannot function. Boiling water could then spray out over the rim.

▶ Always use the scale fi lter insert when operating the appliance.

Hot steam clouds may be released. The kettle also becomes very hot during use. It is always best to wear oven mitts when handling the kettle.

▶ Ensure that the appliance is stood stably and vertically before switching it on. Boiling water can cause an unstable kettle to fall over.

▶ Do not open the lid while the water is boiling.

This appliance may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge if they are supervised or, in regard to the safe use of the appliance, have been instructed in its use and have understood the potential risks.

This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years or more if they are supervised or, in regard to the safe use of the appliance, have been instructed in its use and have understood the potential risks. Cleaning and user maintenance tasks should not be carried out by children unless they are aged 8 years or more and are supervised. The device and its connecting cable must be kept away from children younger than 8 years old.

▶ Children may not play with the appliance.

▶ Do not fill the kettle up to more than the MAX marking! Otherwise boiling water may spill out!

WARNING - PROPERTY DAMAGE!

- Do not use an external timing switch or a separate remote control system to operate the appliance.

▶ Never leave the appliance unsupervised whilst in use.

▶ Ensure that the appliance, the power cable and the plug do not come into contact with hot plates or open flames.

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Preparation

Unpacking

Remove all components of the appliance and the operating manual from the carton.
◆ Remove all packing material.

Disposal of the packaging

The packaging protects the appliance against transport damage. The packaging materials are selected from the point of view of their environmental friendliness and disposal technology and are therefore recyclable.

The recirculation of packaging into the material circuit saves on raw material and reduces the amount of waste generated. Dispose of packaging material that is no longer needed according to the regionally established regulations.

NOTICE

If possible, preserve the appliance's original packaging during the warranty period so that, in the event of a warranty claim, you can pack the appliance ideally for its return.

Initial use

WARNING - RISK OF INJURY!

▶ Always and only use freshly drawn mains water in the kettle! Do not consume any water that is not certified as potable. If you do, you are taking a risk with your health!

Before starting the appliance up, make certain that ...

- the appliance, plug and power cable are in a serviceable condition and ...

- all packaging materials have been removed from the appliance.

1) Open the lid by pressing on the release button ①.
2) Fill the appliance with water up to the MAX marking and let it come to a full boil once - as described in the next section.
3) After it has boiled, pour this water away.
4) Rinse the kettle out with clear water.
5) Fill the appliance with water once again, up to the MAX marking, and then bring it to boil. When done, pour this water away also.
6) Rinse the kettle out with clear water.

The appliance is now ready for use.

Boiling water

▶ Never place the electrical base ③ close to water – this would be a potentially fatal risk!

WARNING - RISK OF INJURY!

▶ Always use freshly drawn water. Do not consume any water that has already stood in the kettle for longer than one hour. Do not reboil water that has cooled down. Always pour old water away. Microbes could have formed in it!

NOTE

▶ Always ensure that the ON/OFF switch ② is turned to "O" when the mains plug is unplugged and the device is standing on the base ③. If not, the device could heat up unintendedly as soon as the mains plug is plugged in again.

1) Lift the kettle off of the base when filling it!
2) Open the lid by pressing on the release button ①.

NOTE

▶ When fi lling it, hold the kettle upright. This is the only way to read the markings on the scale ⑤ correctly.

3) Fill the kettle... - to at least the MIN mark, so that the appliance does not overheat, - to maximum the MAX mark, so that boiling water cannot spill out.
4) First close the lid, then place the kettle on the base ③, so that it sits securely on the base ③.
5) Now insert the plug into the mains power socket.
6) Press the ON/OFF switch ② downwards so that it engages.

WARNING - RISK OF INJURY!

For safety reasons you should not open the lid when the water is boiling or extremely hot. There is a risk of scalding.

7) The light inside the kettle shows that the appliance is now heating.
8) As soon as the water is boiling, the appliance will switch itself off, the ON/OFF switch ② clicks upwards and the light goes out.

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INFORMATION

This appliance is fitted with an overheating protector: if the appliance is switched on accidentally, without any water in the kettle, the appliance automatically switches itself off.
If, for example due to a non-closed lid the appliance boils dry, the appliance switches off automatically.
In such cases fi rst allow the appliance to cool down before using it again.

Cleaning and Care

Before cleaning, ALWAYS remove the plug from the mains power socket! There is the risk of receiving an electric shock!
▶ Do not open any part of the housing. There are no user-serviceable elements inside. An open housing will create the risk of a potentially fatal electrical shock.

NEVER submerse the appliance in water or other liquids! You could receive a fatal electric shock if residual liquids come into contact with live components during operation.

WARNING - RISK OF INJURY!

▶ Let the appliance cool sufficiently before cleaning it. Risk of Burns!

WARNING - PROPERTY DAMAGE!

Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning materials. These could attack the upper surfaces and irreparably damage the appliance.

- Clean the exterior surfaces and the power cable with a slightly damp cloth. Be sure to dry the appliance well before taking it back into use. For stubborn soiling use a mild detergent on the cloth. Ensure that there are no detergent residues in and on the appliance before it is taken back into use.

■ Rinse the inside of the kettle out with clean water.

If there are any deposits in the kettle, wipe out the inside surface with a moist cloth, or use a washing up brush or bottle brush. Then rinse the kettle out with clean water again.

In the event of scale deposits:

Scale deposits on the bottom of the appliance lead to increased energy consumption and reduce the service life of the appliance.

Descale the appliance as soon as scale deposits become apparent.

Before descaling, remove the scale filter insert 6 (see chapter "Inserting/ removing the scale filter insert").
■ Use a descaler designed for household appliances (e.g. for coffee machines). Proceed as detailed in the instructions provided for the use of the decalcifying agent.
■ After descaling, rinse the appliance with lots of clean water.

Inserting/removing the scale fi Iter insert

1) Open the lid.
2) Press the tab on the scale filter insert ⑥ slightly downwards and then pull the scale filter insert ⑥ inwards and downwards so that you can pull it out of its mounting.
3) Clean the scale filter insert ⑥ with a slightly moistened dishcloth and under running water.
4) After cleaning, insert the scale fi lter insert ⑥ again. Ensure that it is sitting correctly in its mounting, and that the tab has clicked into place.

NOTE

If the scale deposits in the scale filter insert 6 have solidified, place the filter in a water-vinegar solution at a ratio of 6:1 for a few hours. The scale deposits will dissolve themselves. Rinse the scale filter insert 6 with plenty of clear water.

Storage

• Allow the appliance to cool down completely before putting it into storage.
  Wind the power cable around the cable winder ④ under the base ③.
  ■ Store the appliance at a dry location.

Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Remedy
The appliance does not function.	The plug is not inserted into a mains power socket.	Insert the plug into a mains power socket.
	The appliance is not switched on.	Switch the appliance on.
	The appliance is over-heated and the overheating protection is active.	Allow the appliance to cool down.
The ON/OFF switch 2 does not engage.	The kettle is not on the base 3.	Place the kettle on the base 3.
	The appliance is defective.	In this case, contact Customer Services.

Disposal of the appliance

Do not dispose of this appliance in your normal domestic waste. This product is subject to the provisions of European Directive 2012/19/EU.

Dispose of the appliance through an approved disposal centre or at your community waste facility. Pay heed to the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt, consult your local disposal facility.

Notes on the Declaration of Conformity

This appliance complies, in regard to conformance with basic requirements and other relevant regulations, with the EMV Directive 2004/108/EC, as well as the Directive for Low Voltage Devices 2006/95/EC.

The complete original Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from the importer.

CE

Importer

KOMPERNASS HANDELS GMBH

BURGSTRASSE 21

44867 BOCHUM

GERMANY

www.kompernass.com

Warranty

The warranty for this appliance is for 3 years from the date of purchase. This appliance has been manufactured with care and meticulously examined before delivery.

Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase. In the case of a warranty claim, please contact our service department by telephone. Only in this way can a post-free despatch for your goods be assured.

NOTICE

The warranty applies only to material or manufacturing faults, it does not apply to transport damage, normal wear and tear or damage to fragile parts, such as switches.

This appliance is intended solely for private domestic use, not for commercial applications. If this product has been subjected to improper or inappropriate handling, abuse, or modifications not carried out by one of our authorised sales and service outlets, the warranty will be considered void.

This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.

The warranty period is not extended by repairs made under the warranty.

This applies also to replaced and repaired parts.

Damages and defects extant at the time of purchase must be reported immediately after unpacking, resp. no later than two days after the date of purchase.

Repairs carried out after lapse of the warranty period are subject to charge.

Service

GB Service Great Britain

Tel.: [phone] (£ 0.10/Min.)

E-Mail: [e-mail]

IAN 100122

IE Service Ireland

Tel.: [phone]

(0,08 EUR/Min., (peak))

(0,06 EUR/Min., (off peak))

E-Mail: [e-mail]

IAN 100122

Hotline availability: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 20:00 (CET)

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BURGSTRASSE 21

44867 BOCHUM

GERMANY

www.kompernass.com

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