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USER MANUAL WKD 6246 W BEKO

WKD6246W Kettle User Manual 01M-8938103200-0219 -05 EN DE FR TR ES PL RO IT ARPlease read this user manual first! Dear Customers, Thank you for selectng an Beko product. We hope that you get the best results from your product whch has been manufactured wth hgh qualty and state-of-the-art technology. Therefore, please read ths entre user manual and all other accompanyng documents carefully before usng the product and keep t as a reference for future use. If you handover the product to someone else, gve the user manual as well. Follow all warnngs and nformaton n the user manual. Meanings of the symbols Followng symbols are used n the varous secton of ths manual:

Important information and useful hints about usage.

Warnings for dangerous situations concerning the safety of life and property.

Warning for hot surfaces. Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or power plug in water or in other liquids. Ths product has been produced n envronmentally-frendly, state-of-the-art facltes. Comples wth the WEEE Drectve. It does not contan PCB.3 / EN Kettle / User Manual CONTENTS ENGLISH 4-10 DEUTSCH 11-19

Kettle / User Manual This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of personal injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions invalidates the granted warranty.

• This appliance complies with the international safety standards.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.
• Do not use it if the power cable or the appliance itself is damaged. Contact an authorised service.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household only. It is not designed for professional use in: -staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; -farm houses; -by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environment -bed and breakfast type environment.
• Your mains power supply should comply with the information supplied on the rating plate of the appliance.
• For additional protection, this appliance should be connected to a household faulty current protection switch with no more than 30 mA.
• Use the appliance with a grounded outlet only.
• Do not use the appliance with an extension cord.
• Do not squeeze or bend the power cord and do not rub it on sharp edges in order to prevent any damage.

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• Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet or damp hands when the appliance is plugged in.

• Do not pull the power cable when unplugging the appliance.

• This appliance is intended for private domestic use only and is not suitable for professional- catering purposes.

• Never fill the appliance above the maximum level indicator, boiling water may splash out.

• Do not fill the kettle below the minimum level indicator.

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

• Position the lid so that the hot steam is directed away from you.

• Hold the appliance by the handle only.

• Never operate the appliance without any water inside it.

• Do not fill the kettle when it is fitted on its base.

• Operate the appliance with its original base.

• Always use the appliance on a stable and flat surface.

• Do not attempt to dismantle the appliance.

• Only use the original parts or parts recommended by the manufacturer.

• Unplug the appliance before cleaning. After cleaning, dry the appliance and all parts before connecting it to mains supply.

• Do not immerse the appliance, or power plug in water or any other liquids.

• Never use the appliance in or near to combustible or inflammable places and materials.

• If you keep the packaging materials, store them out of the reach of children.

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1.2 Compliance with the WEEE

Directive and disposal of waste products This product has been made from high-quality parts and materials which can be re-used and are suitable for recycling. Therefore, do not dispose of the product with normal household waste at the end of its service life. Take it to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. This is indicated by this symbol on the product, in the operating manual and on the packaging. Please consult your local authorities to find out where the nearest collection point is. Help protect the environment by recycling used products.

1.3 Package Information

The packaging used for the appliance is made of recyclable materials. Please ensure that the packaging materials are disposed of as per the applicable local rules in order to include the materials in recycling process for environment protection.

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The values whch are declared n the markngs axed on your applance or the other prnted documents suppled wth t repre- sent the values whch were obtaned n the laboratores pursuant to the pertnent standards. These values may vary accordng to the usage of the applance and ambent condtons.

2. Water filter (inside)

Power supply: 220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz Power: 2000-2400 W Technical and design modifications reserved.

Clean kettle well before initial use and discard the water of first two boiling cycles.

1. Push the lid release button (4) on the kettle to open the lid (3).2. Fill the water tank (7) with water.

Do not place the water tank (7) on the base (8) while lling it with water. Never ll the water tank (7) above the maximum level indicator or below the minimum level indicator.3. Close the lid (3) until it clicks into place.4. Place the water tank (7) on the base (8). Make sure that it is sitting in an upright and stable position.5. Insert the plug into the wall socket.6. Select the desired temperature by pressing the selection button (12). As the button (12) is pushed the temperature selection will cycle from 100 to 80, 60, 40 and back to 100 again. – The temperature indicator light (13) will flash.7. If desired, the simmer function can be activated by pressing button (9). – Indicator light of button (9) lights on. When pressing the simmer function button (9) in stand by mode without selecting the desired temperature, the indicator light of button (9) will go off after 10 seconds.8. Push On/Off button (10).– Indicator light of On/Off button (10) lights on and the boiling process begins.– When the appliance is in operation, indicator light of the set temperature will flash. Meantime, current water temperature will be indicated by the relevant temperature indicator light until the set temperature is attained. Lid (3) should always be closed during the boiling process; otherwise the kettle will not switch off automatically. The desired temperature can be changed or set during the boiling process by pressing temperature setting button (11).9. When the desired temperature is reached, the indicator light of On/Off button (10) goes off and the kettle stops operating.– After 60 seconds the temperature indicator lights (12) go off and the kettle returns into stand by mode. If you want to stop the boiling process manually, push the On/Off button (10). If the simmer function is activated, the kettle will restart the boiling process when the temperature falls below the desired temperature. After 30 minutes, simmer function will be cancelled automatically.10. Dsconnect the plug from the wall socket.11. Take the water tank from the base (8). Only hold t by the handle (5).

WARNING: Do not open the lid (3) as hot water could splash out. Make sure that no water splashes onto the base (8).

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12. Pour the water from the spout (1) to the cup or glass you want to use.

Let the kettle cool down between each heating process.Hints and Tips • The kettle is equipped with a water filter (2) which filters out limestone and other residues when the water is being poured out. • Use softened or filtered water to prevent lime build-up. The appliance should be unplugged when not in use. 4 Informaton

4.1 Cleaning and care

WARNING: Never use petrol solvents, abrasive cleaners, metal objects or hard brushes to clean the appliance.

WARNING: Never put the appliance, base (8) or power cord in water or any other liquid. 1. Turn the appliance off and disconnect it from wall socket.2. Let the appliance cool down completely.3. Use a damp soft cloth and a little mild cleanser to clean the exterior of the appliance.4. Water filter (2) can be removed for cleaning purposes. To do this:– Press the release downwards and take out the filter.– Depending on the level of lime build-up, clean the filter with water and a little lemon juice or white vinegar. Use a soft brush.– Insert the filter again from above until it clicks into place. Before using the appliance after cleaning, dry all parts carefully using a soft towel.

4.2 Descaling the kettle

Descaling extends the life of your kettle. Descaling period depends on the water hardness of your area.1. Fill the heater with water up to the maximum level and boil. 2. After the heater is switched off, unplug the appliance. 3. Add 2 cups of white vinegar or 1 tablespoon of citric acid into the boiled water.10 / EN Kettle / User Manual 4 Informaton 4. Keep the solution in the heater for a few hours. 5. Then pour it and rinse the inner part of the heater thoroughly. 6. Fill the heater with clean water and boil it. 7. Then empty the heater and rinse with water again. If there is still some limescale, repeat the procedure. You can also use a descaler which is appropriate for kettles. If you use a descaler, please follow the instructions of that descaler. WARNING: If you do not descale the kettle after a long time you use it, the bottom at the inside of the water tank fully gets covered with lime scale and the appliance will not work. In that case, it requires to be repaired by a service centre.

WARNING: No warranty claims are accepted for damage caused by improper handling.

• If you do not plan to use the appliance for a long period of time, please store it carefully. • Make sure the appliance is unplugged, cooled down and completely dry. • Do not wrap the power cord around the appliance. • Store it in a cool, dry place. • Make sure the appliance is always kept out of the reach of children.

1.2 Conform Directivei WEEE