681 - Kettle Chef's Choice - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 681 Chef's Choice

1. Read all instructions carefully.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always lift by handle.

3. To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons, do not immerse cord, plug, Kettle or Kettle base

in water or other liquid.

4. Close supervision is necessary when used by children, handicapped or infirm.

5. Always unplug the base when not in use in order to avoid accidental electrical shock. Allow the Kettle to

cool before cleaning.

6. Do not operate the Kettle with a damaged cord, or plug, or after the Kettle malfunctions or has been

damaged in any manner. Return Kettle to the EdgeCraft Corporation, Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the EdgeCraft Corporation may result in fire,

electric shock or injury to persons.

8. Do not use Kettle outdoors.

9. Do not let power cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.

10. Always place the Kettle on the base before turning on its power switch. After use, turn power switch to “OFF”

position (up position) or make sure it has switched off automatically before attempting to unplug the power cord.

11. Do not use this Kettle or base unit for other than intended use.

12. Do not attempt to plug any device other than designated Kettle into the base unit.

13. Do not place base or Kettle on or near hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

14. Do not operate Kettle unless lid is fully closed.

15. Do not operate kettle without filter screen (See Fig. 1 #10 and Fig. 2) securely in place.

16. Never fill Kettle while it rests on the base unit.

17. Do not turn power “ON” unless Kettle contains at least 3 cups (0.7 liters) of water.

18. CAUTION: Unplug IMMEDIATELY if water spills onto bottom of Kettle, onto Kettle base or into connector, to

avoid electrical shock.

19. CAUTION: Avoid the risk of being scalded. Hot or boiling water and steam can cause serious burns.

Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot water or other hot liquids. Never fill Kettle above the “MAX” line shown on the water level gauge. Open the lid carefully when the water is boiling. Always pour slowly and carefully.

20. Only operate Kettle on a dry, flat, non-slip surface.

21. For household use only.

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Cordless Electric Kettle is the best of its kind. It can efficiently boil 1¾ quarts (1.7 liters) of water in only minutes. An appliance crafted for excellence, careful attention has been given to every detail from the sleek design to its multiple protection safety switches. A convenient external water level gauge lets you know the water level even when the lid is closed. The Kettle’s enclosed heating element allows for an easily cleanable, stainless steel interior and ensures years of service from this elegant yet durable product. Please take a minute to familiarize yourself with the following instructions to maximize your enjoyment of your Electric Kettle. First Use of the Electric Kettle

• ReadallsafetyandoperatinginstructionscarefullybeforeusingtheKettleforthersttime.Anadultshouldprovide close supervision if Kettle is being used by children or handicapped or infirm.

• Theappliancehastwoparts: a) Base unit with electrical connector and power cord. b) Removable Kettle with electrical adapter.

• TheKettlecanonlybeusedwiththepowerbaseunitsuppliedwiththekettle.BaseunitandKettlemustbearthe same model number. The Kettle lid must be fully closed when heating the water. It is equipped with a snap lock so it does not open unintentionally while the water is being poured. The lid can be easily opened with only one hand. Simply grasp the handle and push on the lid release button with the thumb (never force lid open, always use the button).

• Toclosethelid,pressdownlightlyonituntilitsnapscompletelyshut.

• RemoveKettlefromthebase.Fill Kettle with at least three cups (0.7 liters) of water to prevent it from running dry during the boiling process. Do not fill the Kettle above the maximum line shown on the water gauge to prevent boiling water from splashing out through the spout. If overfilled and water flows down outside of Kettle and onto its bottom, shut “OFF” and unplug unit, empty the Kettle, dry base thoroughly and refill Kettle carefully before setting onto base unit. Water on the bottom of the Kettle can lead to an electric shock. (See further instructions.)

• Afterllingwithatleast3cupsofwater,placetheKettleonthebaseunit.

• TheKettleisequippedwithaconvenientautomaticsteamactivatedswitch-offdevice,whichdetectsthepresence of steam and deactivates the appliance shortly after the boiling point is reached. For the proper functioning of the automatic shut-off device, it is necessary that the lid be completely closed. NOTE: This automatic switch-off mecha- nism flips the ”ON/OFF” switch to the “OFF” (up) position when the water boils. Upon automatic shut-off you may see a few drops of water on the base unit. This condensate will not impair the operation of the Kettle nor its safety.

• Unwindthepowercordtothedesiredlengthbeforepluggingthecordintoapoweredoutlet.

• Thisappliancehasathreewaygroundedpowerplug.Donotattempttodefeatthissafetyfeaturebyusingathree- to-two way adapter. If your receptacle is only two way without a ground seek help from a licensed electrician.4

• Ashortpowersupplycordisprovidedwiththisappliancetoreducetheriskofsomeonebecomingentangledinor tripping over a longer cord and causing the Kettle to overturn, discharging its hot contents. While EdgeCraft does not recommend it, extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, it should be a grounded three conductor cord rated at not less than 15 amperes and match the configuration of the plug. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on or tipped over by children or the infirm.

• Plugbaseunitintoathreewaygrounded110-120volt,ACoutlet.

• TheKettlepowerswitch(5)has2positions-“ON”(I)and“OFF”(O).PlaceKettleonit’sbaseandpushtheswitch down to the “ON” position. The switch will illuminate to indicate the power is on.

• TheKettlenormallyswitchesoffautomaticallywithinabout30secondsaftertheboilingpointisreached.

• ThetimerequiredfortheKettletoautomaticallyswitchoffaftertheboilingpointisreachedwillvarydependingon the amount of water in the Kettle; it will switch off faster after boiling if filled to its “maximum” level than if filled to only a minimum level.

• Ifonlywarmwaterisdesired,youcan interrupt the heating procedure at any time by simply lifting the kettle off of its power base. The power switch will shut “OFF”. In order to restart the heating place the kettle on its power base and depress the ON/OFF switch. The switch will light indicating that the power is on.

• TheKettlecanbeliftedeasilyfromthebase for pouring or serving. The pouring spout has been specially designed to easily pour even small amounts of water.

• ReplacetheKettleonthebaseunitwhen finished pouring.

• Wheneverthekettleisliftedoffitsbasethe power switch must be pushed down to the “ON” position again if you wish to restart the heating of the water. Always check the water level before turning the power switch “ON”. Make certain there are at least three cups (0.7 liters) of water in Kettle before turning switch “ON”. Avoid boiling the kettle dry. Figure 1.

5. Illuminated Power Switch

Pull up to power “OFF” Push down to power “ON”

• Avoidspillingwateronthebaseunit.Intheeventthebaseunitbecomeswet,proceedasfollows: – disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. – invert base unit and shake out all water. – dry the base unit with a dry absorbent cloth. – place the Kettle on the base and re-insert the power cord into the power outlet. CAUTION: The Kettle always gets hot during operation. DO NOT touch the metal body or lid. Lift the Kettle only by the handle and open the lid only by using the lid release button. Exercise care to avoid contact with steam or the water when opening or closing the lid while the Kettle is still hot or contains hot water. Operation During “Brown-Outs” and Periods of Low Voltage During periods of extremely hot weather power companies in localized areas allow the grid voltage to drop from the standard 120 volts to as low as 108 volts. At such low voltages you will notice that it takes longer for the water to boil. Further, once the water boils, it takes longer for the steam detection switch to turn off the power. Consequently during “brown-outs”, we strongly recommend that you compensate for the slower response of the steam switch by always filling the kettle at least half full of water before turning on the power. With that amount of water the steam detection switch will operate normally during “brown-outs.” Always make certain the power switch is off or shut it off before lifting the kettle from its base to pour the boiled water. Care and Maintenance of Your Chef’sChoice

Kettle is designed specifically for heating water. Do not attempt to heat anything other than water in the Kettle. With liquids and mixtures of low water content, the automatic steam activated shut-off switch may not function properly and the Kettle may be damaged.

• DonotattempttocleananypartoftheKettleorbaseinthedishwasher.6 Decalcification In areas with a high calcium content in the water supply, the Kettle should be decalcified at regular intervals.

• FilltheKettlewithasolutionof16oz.waterand 6 tablespoons of vinegar and bring to a boil.

• Whenprocessiscomplete,rinsetheKettletwicewith clean water.

• Commerciallyavailableliquiddecalciersmayalsobe used. Follow the instructions provided with decalcifier by its manufacturer. Regular decalcification will keep the Kettle operating at peak performance and electrical efficiency. It will also extend the life of the Kettle. Over time slightly brownish stains may appear inside of the Kettle. This is not rusting of the Kettle, it is a result of high iron content in the water supply, often referred to as boiler scale. These stains can be easily wiped away with a cloth or mild abrasive. Rinse Kettle thoroughly after decalcification or cleaning. Scale Filter To prevent loose particles of limescale being poured into your beverage, the Kettle is equipped with a scale filter behind the spout. The filter is removable for cleaning and replacement. Do not operate the kettle without this filter in place. If this filter is removed, the function of the steam switch will be compromised. Replacement filters are available from the EdgeCraft Corp.

• Beforeremovingthelter(forreplacementorcleaning): – make sure the Kettle is unplugged from the power source. – do not attempt to remove the filter when hot or when the Kettle contains hot water.

• Toremovethelter(Fig.2),opentheKettleandcarefullyplaceangerunderthehandleofthescreen(A),slidethe screen upward, and lift it out of its track (B).

• Scalecanberemovedfromthelterby: - running water over filter under a tap, while gently brushing with a soft nylon brush. - or by soaking the filter in heated vinegar solution or a commercially available descaling agent.

Boil-dry Protection CAUTION:AvoidboilingtheKettledry.NeveroperateKettlewithlessthan3cupsofwater.ThisKettleisequipped with a pair of self-resetting “boil-dry” switches that protect the appliance in the event of improper use. If heating is accidentally started without sufficient water or if the water evaporates completely, the appliance is automatically switched OFF by the “boil-dry” protection. The light will not stay on. Try to avoid allowing the Kettle to “boil-dry”. If the “boil-dry” protection is actuated, the power switch will shut off and its indicator light go off (See #5 switch in Fig. 1). Disconnect the power cord and allow the Kettle to cool down for a few minutes and then refill with at least 3 cups of cold water. The Kettle will now operate normally. Frequent “boil-dry” of the Kettle may reduce its usable life. (CAUTION: Small amounts of hot water remaining in the Kettle can cause scalding injuries). Service This appliance is for household use only. No user-serviceable parts are inside. In the event service is needed, return your Kettle to EdgeCraft Corp., where the cost of repair can be estimated before the repair is undertaken. Please include your return address and a brief description of the problem or damage to the Kettle on a separate sheet inside the box. PLEASE CAREFULLY PACKAGE THE KETTLE TO AVOID SHIPPING DAMAGE. SendyourKettleinsuredandpostageprepaidto: EdgeCraft Corporation 825 Southwood Road, Avondale, PA 19311 U.S.A. Telephone [phone] or 610-268-0500 www.edgecraft.com Retain evidence of shipping for your protection.8 Limited Warranty: Used with normal care, this EdgeCraft product is guaranteed against defective material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase (“Warranty Period”). We will repair or replace, at our option, any product or part that is defective in material or workmanship without charge if the product is returned to us postage prepaid with dated proof of purchase within the Warranty Period. This warranty does not apply to commercial use or any product abuse. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD. EDGECRAFT CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some states do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Conformsto:UL1082 CertiedtoCAN/CSA:C22.2#64 120volts/60Hertz,1500watts © EdgeCraft Corporation 2013 T681001Bouilloire électrique sans fil Modèle 6812