WK 518 CB - Kettle BOMANN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WK 518 CB BOMANN

White BOMANN® water heater with internal volume markings (no text or symbols on body)

D-47906 Kempen/Germany

Consommation: 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

• Use only cold water when filling.
• Do not move the device and do not touch it when it is working.
• The water level must be between the MAX. and MIN. marks!
• Do not exceed the MAX mark when fi lling, otherwise the water may boil over and cause burns!
• Use the appliance only on a level work surface.
• Only use the kettle with the accompanying base.
• Switch the machine off before removing it from the base.
  • Always ensure that the lid is tightly closed.
• The base and exterior of the machine must not become wet.
• Please do not open the lid when the water is boiling.

Instructions

Please read these operating instructions carefully and keep them in a safe place. If you sell or give this article to other people please also pass on these 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.

IOTE:

• Always use fresh water.
- Do not consume any water that has already been in the water container for more than one hour.
- Do not re-boil water that has been allowed to cool down.
• Always pour old water away.

Use

1. Place the machine on a fl at surface.
2. Please use the handle in the lid to open the kettle. Then fi ll in the water. Please only fi ll up to the maximum (MAX) mark. You can check the level on both sides of the appliance with the water level display.
3. Close the lid until you hear it lock in place.
4. Place the kettle flush on the base.

5. Electrical connection

6. 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.

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

8. Switch on the kettle by pressing the switch. To control lamp lights up.

9. After boiling has finished the kettle switches off automatically, or you can push the switch upwards to interrupt or stop the boiling process.

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.

Switching off

• If you would like to turn the kettle off, push the switch upwards (0) and remove the plug from the socket. The control lamp 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.

Water Container

- Rinse the water container out with clean water. Then dry it off with a cloth.

Exterior of the Housing

• Clean the housing after use with a slightly damp cloth.
• There is a permanent fi liter in the spout. In order to clean the fi liter, pull it out with the lid open. Rinse out the fi liter with running water. Reinsert it, taking note of the guide mechanism.

Decalcifi cation

• 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 decalcifi cation agent on the basis of citric acid. Only use the quantities stated in the instructions.

i 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.

Remedy: Close the lid until it locks in place.

Technical Data

Model: WK 518 CB

Power supply: 230 V, 50 Hz

Power consumption: 2200 W

Protection class: I

Filling quantity: max. 1,7 Litre

Net weight: 0,75 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.