WKS 3576 - Kettle CLATRONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL WKS 3576 CLATRONIC

Black CRATRONC water heater with visible branding and control buttons (no text on body)

CE

Bedienungsanleitung

Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the appliance.

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.

General notes

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.
• Use only original spare parts.
• In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING!

Do not allow small children to play with the foil as there is a danger of suffocation!

Special Safety Instructions for this Machine

WARNING: Risk of burns!

During operation and afterwards, the temperature of the accessible surfaces will be very high.

• Always hold the appliance by the handle.
- Only open the lid with the button in the handle.

WARNING:

• Do not exceed the MAX mark when filling, otherwise the water may boil over and cause burns!
  • Always ensure that the lid is tightly closed.

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

• The water level must be between the MAX and MIN marks.

• Use the appliance only on a level work surface.

• Do not move the device and do not touch it when it is working.

• Only use the kettle with the accompanying base.

• Switch the machine off before removing it from the base!
• The base and exterior of the machine must not become wet.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the safe use of the appliance understand the hazards involved.
• Cleaning and maintenance by the user shall not be made by children unless they are older 8 years and supervised.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than 8 years.
  • Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Appliances can be used by 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 if they understand the hazards involved.
• 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.
• This appliance is used for heating and boiling water. Never use to heat up other fluids or foodstuffs.
• Only use the appliance in a dry, indoor area. It is intended for domestic use and similar areas of use such as e.g.
• In staff kitchens in shops, offices and other commercial areas;
• By guests in hotels, motels and other accommodation facilities.
  It is not intended for use in farm accommodation or Bed & Breakfast establishments.

CAUTION:

Do not immerse the device into water for cleaning. Please follow the instructions as stipulated in the chapter “Cleaning”.

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.

Electrical connection

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.

Connected Wattage

The total power consumption of this device can be up to 2200 W. With this connected load a separate supply line protected by a 16 A household circuit breaker is recommended.

CAUTION: Overload!

• If you use extension leads, these should have a cable cross-section of at least 1.5 ~mm^2 .
• Do not use any multiple sockets, as this device is too powerful.

Switching on/off

Switching on: Press the toggle switch downwards. The indicator light in the switch lights up.

Switching off: Press the toggle switch upwards. The indicator light in the switch goes off.

Use

NOTE:

• Always use fresh water.
- Do not consume the water if it has been in the kettle for more than one hour.
- Also do not constantly reheat cooled water.
• Always pour out stagnant water.

1. Place the machine on a flat surface.
2. Open the water kettle using the recessed handle in the lid.
3. Then fill in the water (max 1.5 Litre). You can read the filling level on the water level indicator of the kettle.
4. Close the lid until it audibly locks into place.
5. Place the kettle flush on the base.
6. Only connect the machine to a properly installed safety socket.
7. Switch on the kettle by pressing the switch. The control lamp in the switch will light up.

Pausing/ terminating operation

There are two options to interrupt the boiling process or to terminate it:

• The appliance will shut off automatically after the boiling process. The indicator lamp will go out.
• Press the toggle switch upwards. The indicator lamp will go out.

WARNING:

Always shut off the appliance before removing it from the base! Also ensure that it is turned off when you set it back onto the base!

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.

• Disconnect the power cord.
  • 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.
• Rinse the water container out with clean water. Then dry it off with a cloth.
• Clean the housing after use with a slightly damp cloth.
• A permanent filter is located at the spout opening. To clean the filter, pull it out when the lid is open. Rinse it out under running water. If necessary, clean it with a nylon brush. Reinsert the filter. To do so, use the guides on the inside of the kettle.

Decalcification

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

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:

The appliance has no power supply.

Remedy:

• Check the socket with another appliance.
• Plug in the mains plug correctly.
• Check the main circuit breaker.

Possible Cause:

The appliance is faulty.

Remedy:

Contact our service center or a specialist.

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 heating element is covered in scale or the electrical circuit of the power socket 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 or the filter has not been inserted.

Remedy:

Close the lid until it locks into place, and/or reinsert the filter.

Technical Data

Model: WKS 3576

Power supply: 220 - 240 V\~, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption: 1850 - 2200 W

Protection class:

Filling quantity: max. 1.5 l

Net weight: .... approx. 0.89 kg

The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.

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.

Disposal

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.

Instrukcja obsługi

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