Fontana 5 - Kettle Ritter - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric kettle
Brand	Ritter
Model	Fontana 5
Capacity	1.0 liter (max)
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz, power rating see rating plate
Adjustable temperatures	70 °C, 80 °C, 95 °C, 100 °C
Automatic shut-off	Yes, when target temperature is reached or if water is insufficient
Dry boil protection	Yes, automatic shut-off if insufficient water
Anti-scale filter	Removable, cleanable with vinegar
Lid seal	Cleanable with a damp cloth
Tank material	Plastic (food-safe)
Base	Integrated cable storage, non-slip base
Dimensions (approx.)	Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm, Depth: 15 cm
Weight (approx.)	1.0 kg
Maintenance	Clean the exterior with a damp cloth, descale regularly with vinegar
Safety	Do not open the lid during heating, grasp by the handle, unplug before cleaning
Spare parts	Anti-scale filter, lid seal, base (type fontana ^5 / cavita ^5)
Warranty	2-year manufacturer's warranty
Protection class	I
Food contact	Yes

Frequently Asked Questions - Fontana 5 Ritter

How to turn on the Fontana 5 kettle?

Fill the tank with water, close the lid, and place it on the base. Press one of the temperature buttons (70, 80, 95, or 100 °C) to start heating.

What to do if the kettle does not heat up?

Check that the kettle is correctly placed on the base and the cable is plugged in. If all LEDs are flashing, it indicates dry boil protection: let the appliance cool down, fill with water, and try again.

How to clean the anti-scale filter?

Remove the anti-scale filter (8) by pulling it upward. Soak it in household vinegar, brush with a soft nylon brush, rinse with clear water, and put it back.

How to descale the water tank?

Fill with water up to 0.7 L, then add white vinegar up to the 1.0 L mark. Heat to 100 °C until automatic shut-off, empty, and rinse 3 times with clear water.

Can I open the lid during heating?

No, never open the lid during heating as hot water could splash out and cause burns. Wait until it has completely stopped.

What is the maximum capacity of the kettle?

The maximum capacity is 1.0 liter, indicated by the max mark on the water level indicator (5). Do not exceed this level.

How to save energy with this kettle?

Only heat the necessary amount of water and choose the appropriate temperature (e.g., 70 °C for green tea). Descale regularly as limescale increases consumption.

Can the kettle be used on a damp base?

No, never use the kettle on a damp or wet base. Wipe up any spilled water immediately and unplug before cleaning.

How to change the target temperature while heating?

First stop the kettle by pressing a temperature button, then select the new temperature. If you choose a lower temperature, let the water cool down.

Where to find spare parts like the anti-scale filter?

Contact Ritter customer service or visit www.ritterwerk.de. Use only original parts type fontana ^5 / cavita ^5.

USER MANUAL Fontana 5 Ritter

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid injuries or damage to the kettle, please observe the following safety instructions:

- The kettle is to be used for domestic purposes only and must not be used commercially. - This appliance may also be used by children over 8 years of age, by persons with limited physical, sensory or intellectual capabilities or lacking in relevant experience or knowledge, provided that they do so under supervision or have been instructed in safe use of the appliance and understand the potential risks associated with its use.

- Do not allow children to play with the appliance.

– Children must not be permitted to clean or perform user maintenance on the appliance unsupervised.

- Only start to use the kettle after it has been securely set up.

– Never leave the kettle unattended while it is operating.

- Stop using the appliance immediately if any parts are damaged and contact the ritter after-sales service.

- The kettle must not be operated using a timer or telecontrol system.

Risk of electric shock

- Only connect the kettle to a power supply that conforms to the specifications on the type label.

- Always remove the power plug from the socket in the event of a malfunction, before cleaning and when the kettle is not in use. When doing so, pull on the plug and not on the cable.

- Never immerse the base in water. Never leave the base out in the rain or subject it to any other form of moisture.

If the base should fall into water, pull the plug out of the mains socket first and then remove the appliance from the water. Have the base inspected at an authorized service centre before using it again.

- Always ensure that your hands are completely dry before touching the base. Do not use the kettle if the base is wet or damp or while you are standing on a damp surface. Do not use the kettle outdoors.

- Dry off any overflow or condensate immediately. Always unplug the appliance from the mains before doing so.

- Do not fill the water jug when it is sitting on the base, as water spillages may cause an electric shock.

- Only use the kettle if there is no visible damage to the power cord, base and water jug. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's after-sales service or a similarly qualified person to eliminate risk of personal injury.

- You should never place any metal objects in the base.

- Only use the kettle with the base that has been designed for it (type fontana ^5 / cavita ^5 ).

Risk of burns

- When the kettle is heating water, the outer surface of the water jug may get very hot.

Always hold the kettle by the handle.

- Never open the lid of the water jug while the kettle is in the process of heating water, as hot water may splash out. Hot and boiling water and the resulting steam can cause severe burns.

- Never fill the water jug to above the maximum fill level, as this may cause boiling water to spill out.

– Always allow the kettle to cool down before cleaning.

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Please read the instructions thoroughly before starting to use the kettle. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and enclose them with the kettle when it is handed on.

Alternatively, the current operating instructions are available at www.ritterwerk.de.

INTENDED USE

This kettle is intended to be used exclusively to heat water (not milk, instant drinks, etc.) on a domestic scale.

The kettle is suitable for contact with foodstuffs.

If the kettle is used for a purpose other than its intended use or if it is incorrectly operated, severe injuries may occur or the kettle may be damaged. All warranty and liability claims will be rendered null and void in this case.

FUNCTIONS

The kettle allows you to heat water to four pre-defined target temperatures (70°C, 80°C, 95°C and 100°C).

Your kettle has a limescale filter to prevent limescale deposits from inside the water jug being poured out with the water. The kettle also features boil-dry protection to prevent it from overheating if the water in the water jug is below the minimum fill level.

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME

• Remove the appliance carefully from the packaging. Remove all packaging components and keep them in a safe place along with the packaging itself.
• Place the base (2) on a flat, non-slip dry surface close to a mains socket.
• Unwind the power cord (1) to the required length.
• Keep any excess length of power cord stored in the cord storage compartment provided on the underside of the base, and pass the cable through one of the two cord exits.

A plug the power cord into the socket.

• Open the lid of the water jug (3) by sliding the lid release (7) back and then pulling it up.
• Before using the kettle for the first time, clean it as described in "De-scaling the water jug".

USING THE APPLIANCE

Preparation

Info:

Condensate may form on the base. This is a normal physical process and does not indicate any damage to your kettle.

A lug the power cord (1) into the socket.

• Open the lid of the water jug (3) by sliding your index finger under the lid release (7), then sliding the lid release back and pulling it up.
• Fill the water jug with the desired quantity of clear water. Note the minimum and maximum water levels (marked with "min." and "max." on the water level indicator (5)).
• Close the lid.

Blace the water jug on the base.

Heating water

- Press the required temperature button (4.1 - 4.4) on the base (2) to switch the kettle on. The LED on the active temperature button starts to flash and the kettle heats the water.

CAUTION, risk of burns:

- Never open the lid of the water jug while the kettle is in the process of heating water, as hot water may splash out. - When the kettle is heating water, the outer surface of the water jug may get very hot. Always hold the kettle by the handle.

Once the target temperature is reached, the LED stops flashing and the kettle switches off automatically. Info:

To ensure that heat is distributed evenly through the water in the water jug, the kettle automatically switches off and back on again several times between 70°C and 95°C. A slight clicking sound can be heard as this happens.

Switching the appliance off

Manually:

- Press any temperature button. The LED stops flashing and the kettle stops heating the water.

Automatically:

The kettle switches off automatically in the following situations:

- if the water jug is removed from the base - when the target temperature is reached - if there is not enough water in the water jug (boil-dry protection)

Adjusting the temperature

You can adjust the target temperature while the kettle is in the process of heating water.

- To adjust the temperature, first turn off the kettle and then press the relevant temperature button.

Info:

If you select a lower temperature, the water may need to cool down. In this case, the process may take longer.

Boil-dry protection

If the water jug is empty or not filled up to the minimum fill level when the kettle is switched on, all four LEDs will flash and the kettle will immediately switch off automatically. Follow the steps below to ensure that the kettle is ready for use again:

- Allow the kettle to cool down for a few minutes. - Fill the water jug (3) with clear water.

Note the minimum and maximum water levels (marked with "min." and "max." on the water level indicator (5)).

- Close the lid.

- Place the water jug on the base and press the required temperature button (4.1 - 4.4). The LED on the active temperature button starts to flash and the kettle heats the water.

CLEANING

Clean your kettle regularly to avoid limescale build-up.

CAUTION, risk of burns:

Always allow the kettle to cool down before cleaning.

• Unplug the power cord (1) from the socket by pulling on the plug.
• Wipe down the base (2) and water jug (3) with a damp cloth.

CAUTION, risk of damage to the kettle:

- Do not use any scouring agents, abrasive cleansers, sponges with rough surfaces or hard brushes.

- The kettle is not suitable for washing in a dishwasher.

- Wipe the seal (9) on the lid with a damp cloth to remove limescale deposits.

Cleaning the limescale filter

If the limescale filter starts to clog up, causing the water to flow out on either side of the filter during pouring, the filter needs to be cleaned.

Info:

The hardness of the water in your local area will determine how often the limescale filter needs to be cleaned.

C Remove the limescale filter (8).

• Immerse the limescale filter in regular table vinegar.
• Remove any dirt with a soft nylon brush.
• Rinse the limescale filter with clear water and place it back in the kettle.

De-scaling the water jug De-scale the water jug if limescale build-up is visible. Info:

The hardness of the water in your local area will determine how often the water jug needs to be de-scaled.

- Fill the water jug with around 0.7 l of water and then top up to the 1.0 mark on the water level indicator with clear, regular table vinegar. Alternatively, fill the water jug with around 0.9 l of water and then top up to the 1.0 mark on the water level indicator with clear vinegar essence.

- Close the lid.

CAUTION:

The vapour produced when heating the vinegar may irritate the mucous membranes.

• Place the water jug on the base and press the "100°C" temperature button.
• Wait until the kettle switches off automatically.
• Use the handle to lift the water jug off the base and then pour out the water/vinegar mixture.
• Repeat this process 3 times with only fresh water.

Info:

You may also use commercial de-scaling solutions to de-scale the water jug. In this case, follow the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging.

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

The current consumed to heat a litre of water (initial temperature 20^ C) to boiling point is around 0.107 kWh. Energy consumption can be optimised by only heating the amount of water actually required and only heating to the actual temperature required.

Limescale build-up may affect the performance of your appliance. To prevent excessive limescale, the remaining water must be poured away after heating.

STORAGE

Keep the kettle out of the reach of children.

Always store the cable in the cord storage compartment provided on the underside of the base.

DISPOSAL OF WASTE ELECTRICAL ANDELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

This symbol indicates that this product must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. There is a separate (free) system for the collection and return of waste electrical and electronic equipment. For more information, please contact your local authority or the shop where you purchased the product. By ensuring that this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health and contribute to the conservation of natural resources.

Please consult with the disposal office at your local authority.

REACH DIRECTIVE

SERVICE, REPAIRS AND SPARE PARTS

Please contact your local after-sales service for service, repairs and spare parts.

The appliance complies with the CE specifications. Mains voltage/power consumption:

Refer to the type label on the underside of the appliance.

Safety class: 1

GUARANTEE EXPLANATION

This ritter kettle comes with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty, calculated from the date of purchase and in accordance with EU warranty directives. Your legal warranty claims according to § 437 ff. BGB (German Civil Code) remain unaffected by this regulation. The manufacturer's warranty applies to all devices sold within the European Union. For details of the warranty conditions, see www.ritterwerk.de/warranty. For any warranty claims or for customer service, the kettle must always be sent to the customer service centre in your country.

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

Symbol Explanation

CE marking: The product complies with the applicable requirements of the European Union.

The product was put on the market after 13 August 2005. It must not be disposed of as normal domestic waste.

The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol indicates that separate collection is required.

Suitable for contact with foodstuffs

Class I equipment

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