18526 - Kettle UNOLD - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 18526 UNOLD

Power rating: 1850–2200 W, 220–240 V~, 50/60 Hz Volume: 1.4 Liter Recipient: Cordless, concealed heating element; 18520 white, 18525 black, 18526 stainless steel Lid: Safety lid with lock Base: Base with power cord and plug, cord storage, 360° rotating connection Dimensions: Approx. L 23.2 W x 14.9 x H 24.0 cm L/W/H Power cord: Approx. 70 cm Weight: Approx. 1.2 kg Features: ON/OFF switch, control lamp, boil stop with automatic switch- off, boil-dry protection, safety cutout Equipment features, technology, colours and design are subject to change without notice. Errors and omissions excepted

This symbol denotes a possible hazard which could cause injury or damage to the appliance. This symbol indicates a potential burning hazard. Please be especially careful at all times here. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Please read the following instructions and keep them on hand for later reference.

1. This appliance can be used by children 8 years and

older, as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or with lack of experience and/or knowledge, if they are supervised or if they have been instructed with regard to safe use of the appliance and have understood the dangers that can result from use of the appliance. Copyright UNOLD AG | www.unold.deStand 11.12.2020 15 von 60

2. Children must not play with the appliance.

3. Children are not allowed to perform cleaning and user

maintenance, unless they are 8 years of age or older and are supervised.

4. Keep the appliance and the power cord out of the

reach of children under 8 years of age.

5. CAUTION – parts of this product can become very

hot and cause burn injuries! Particular caution is required if children or persons at risk are present.

6. Connect appliance only to an AC power supply with

voltage corresponding to the voltage on the rating plate.

7. Do not operate this appliance with an external timer

or remote control system.

8. Never immerse the appliance or the power cord in

water or other liquids.

9. The base should never come into contact with water

or other liquids. In case this ever happens, it must be completely dry before operating the appliance again.

10. Do not clean the electric kettle or the base in a dish-

11. Never touch the appliance or power cord with wet

12. This appliance is intended to be used in household

and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by client in hotels, motels and other working environ- ments; bed and breakfast type environments.

13. For safety reasons, never place the appliance on hot

surfaces, a metal tray or a wet surface.

14. Do not place the appliance or power cord near open

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15. Always use the electric kettle on a level, uncluttered

and heat-resistant surface.

16. Make sure that the power cord does not hang over the

edge of the countertop or table, since this can cause accidents, for example if small children pull on the cord.

17. Route the power cord so that there is no possibility of

the cord being pulled or tripped over.

18. Never wrap the power cord around the appliance.

19. Use the electric kettle only indoors.

20. Use the appliance only for heating water. Do not use

it to heat milk or other liquids, since they will boil over when heated.

21. Never heat objects such as cans or bottles in the elec-

22. Make sure that the lid of the appliance is always com-

pletely closed, to prevent injuries from hot splashing water.

23. Do not open the lid as long as the water is boiling, to

prevent injuries from hot splashing water.

24. Never fill the appliance with more than 1.4liters of

water, to prevent the water from boiling over.

25. Never switch on the appliance if there is no water in

26. Make sure that all users, especially children, are

aware of the danger of injury from emerging steam or hot splashing water – danger of burns!

27. Do not move the appliance as long as it is in opera-

tion, to prevent burns from splashing water.

28. The electric kettle features boil dry protection, which

means the appliance shuts off automatically if the heating element becomes too hot. Allow the appli- ance to cool about 15 minutes. Then fill the electric kettle with cold water. The boil dry protection is deac- tivated and the appliance is ready for operation again. Copyright UNOLD AG | www.unold.deStand 11.12.2020 17 von 60

29. Do not use the appliance with accessories of other

manufacturers or brands, to prevent damage.

30. Unplug the appliance from the power supply after use

and prior to cleaning. Never leave the appliance unat- tended when it is plugged in to the power supply.

31. Check the appliance, the plug and the power cord

regularly for wear or damage. In case of damage to the power cord or other parts, please send the appli- ance or the base for inspection and repair to our after sales service.

32. Unauthorized repairs can result in serious risks to the

user and void the warranty.

33. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced

by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. CAUTION: Do not open the lid while the water is boil- ing. If the kettle jug is filled beyond its maximum ca- pacity, boiling water can splash out. The appliance becomes very hot during operation and maintains the heat during some time after disconnection. Never open the housing of the appliance. This can result in electric shock. The kettle is only to be used with the stand provided. The manufacturer will not be liable in the event of incorrect assembly, improper or incorrect use or if repairs are carried out by unauthorized third parties. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE THE FIRST TIME

1. Remove all packaging materials and any transport safeguards. Keep

packaging materials away from children – danger of suffocation! Dispose of packaging materials in accordance with local regulations.

2. Check the appliance for damage. If the appliance shows visible signs of

damage, do not operate it. Contact our customer service organisation instead.

3. Clean all parts with a damp cloth, as described in the chapter “Cleaning

4. Check to make sure that the appliance is stable.

1. Remove the kettle from the base.

2. Press the opening button on top of the handle. The lid is released and can

3. Fill the kettle with water (minimum 0.5 litres, mark MIN, maximum

5. Close the lid until it clicks into place. The locking prevents accidental open-

6. Place the kettle level on the base in order to establish the contact with the

7. Switch on the kettle by pressing the ON/OFF switch downwards into the

„I“-position. The kettle cannot be switched on if it is not properly seated on the base.

8. Whenever you take the kettle off the base, the appliance is automatically

switched off, even if the water is not yet boiling.

9. The kettle automatically stops heating at the latest when the water boils.

The automatic switch-off only works, if the lid is correctly closed.

5. Connect the base via the power cord to the power supply (220–240 V~,

6. Remove the kettle from the base.

7. Press the opening button on top of the handle.

The lid is released and can be open.

8. Add clear, cold water to the “Max” marking.

9. Close the lid by pressing lightly.

10. Place the kettle level on the base.

11. Switch on the kettle by pressing the ON/OFF

switch downwards into the „I“-position. The kettle cannot be switched on if it is not properly seated on the base.

12. When the water boils, the appliance automatically shuts off.

13. For hygienic reasons, please discard the water from the first boiling.

11. Of course you may also push the switch into the „O“-position to interrupt

Ensure that the kettle is switched off before removing it from the base.

13. Please allow the product to cool down for a certain time before using the

kettle again to heat water.

14. The kettle is fitted with a dry-operation cutout that switches off the heating

elements when they become too hot, for instance when the kettle has boiled dry. Allow the kettle to cool down. Then fill the kettle with cold water. This will reset the cutout so that the kettle can be used again.

15. Always use fresh and cold water. Do not leave water in the kettle.

16. Switch off and unplug electrical appliances after use.

Boiling water can cause scalding. Therefore, please handle the appliance with care when it contains hot water. The appliance becomes very hot during operation and maintains the heat during some time after disconnection. Before cleaning, always turn off the appliance and unplug it from the power supply. Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning it.

1. Do not immerse the base, power cord or kettle in water or other liquids or

wash them in the dishwasher.

2. Wipe off the base and the kettle with a damp cloth and a little dishwash-

ing detergent. Do not use any abrasive scouring agents, steel wool, metal objects, hot cleaning agents or disinfectants, since they can damage the appliance.

3. The appliance must be completely dry on the outside before you use it

1. To keep the appliance operating efficiently and to prolong its service life,

it should be descaled regularly, depending on the hardness of your water.

2. Use off-the-shelf descaling products for electronic kettles and comply with

the manufacturer’s instructions. To descale, fill the kettle half full, maxi- mum, otherwise the liquid can boil over and can cause severe injuries.

3. Heat the liquid (do not boil!) and allow it to sit for some time in the elec-

4. Pour the descaling solution out of the kettle.

5. Then fill it with fresh water and bring to a boil. Pour this water out as well.

The instruction booklet is also available for download: www.unold.de

WASTE DISPOSAL / ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Our appliances are produced on a high quality level for a long lifetime. Regular maintenance and expert repairs by our after-sales service can extend the useful life of the appliance. If an appliance is defective and repair is not possible we ask you to follow the following instructions for disposal. Do not dispose this appliance together with your standard household waste. Please bring this product to an approved collection point for recycling of electric and electronic prod- ucts. By separate collection and disposal of waste products you help to protect natural resources and ensure, that the product is disposed in an adequate way to protect health and environment. We grant a 24 months guarantee, and in case of commercial use a 12 months guarantee, starting from the date of purchase for any damage demonstrably due to manufacturing defects and when the appliance has been used according to its intended use. Within the warranty period we will remedy defective materials or workman- ship through repair or replacement, at our option. Our warranty terms apply only to appliances sold in Germany and Austria. For other countries, please contact the responsible importer. In the event of a claim for remedy of defects, please send the appliance to our after sales service, properly packaged, together with a copy of the automatically generated sales receipt, which must show the date of purchase, and a description of the defect. You can print out a return receipt on our website www.unold.de/ruecksendung. (only for entries from Germany and Austria). The warranty does not cover damage from normal wear, improper handling and failure to comply with the maintenance and care instructions. The warranty is void if repairs or modifications are made to the appliance by third parties. Any claims of the end consumer vis-à-vis the retailer are not limited by this warranty. GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Copyright UNOLD AG | www.unold.de22 von 60 Stand 11.12.2020