MW-1753 PK - Thermal Flask Maxwell - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Electric Thermoflask (Thermopot)
Brand	Maxwell
Model	MW-1753 PK
Power Supply	220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	750 W
Maximum Water Capacity	4 L
Water Level Marks	Minimal and Maximal ("FULL")
Boiling Function	Yes, with auto switch to keep warm
Keep Warm Function	Yes, automatic after boiling
Water Dispensing	Hand pump and electric pump (button)
Hand Pump Lock	Yes, lock/unlock lever
Control Panel	Boiling indicator, Keep Warm indicator, START/RE-BOIL button, WATER DISPENSE button
Lid Opening	Button and manual pull
Steam Release	Openings on lid; do not block
Carrying Handle	Yes, body-mounted
Rotary Base	Yes, for 360° rotation
Power Cord	Detachable, with Euro plug and ground
Sealing Gasket	Yes, replacement not described
Material	Plastic body, stainless steel inner (assumed)
Dimensions	Approx. 30 x 25 x 30 cm (estimated)
Weight	Approx. 1.5 kg (estimated)
Safety Features	Auto shut-off not specified; safety instructions: do not operate without water, keep away from heat, use RCD recommended
Cleaning and Descaling	Outer: damp cloth; inner: vinegar or citric acid for descaling

Frequently Asked Questions - MW-1753 PK Maxwell

How do I start the thermopot for the first time?

Open the lid, fill with water up to the 'FULL' mark, connect the power cord, and plug into mains. The unit will start boiling automatically. For first use, boil and pour out water 2-3 times to remove foreign smells.

How do I dispense hot water from the thermopot?

You can dispense water using the hand pump by unlocking the pump lock (lever to the unlocked position) and pressing the hand pump, or by pressing and holding the 'WATER DISPENSE' button for electric dispensing. Ensure the unit is connected to mains for electric dispensing.

Can I use the thermopot without water?

No. Do not switch the unit on without water. Always ensure the water level is between the minimal mark and the maximal 'FULL' mark.

How do I clean the inside of the thermopot?

For stains, wipe the inner surface with a cloth dampened with citric acid or vinegar. Rinse by boiling water and pouring it out. For scale, fill with a mixture of 1 part vinegar and 2 parts water to the 'FULL' mark, boil, keep warm for 1 hour, then cool and pour out. Repeat with clean water.

What does the 'START/RE-BOIL' button do?

The 'START/RE-BOIL' button activates boiling mode. If the unit is in keep warm mode and you want to reboil, press this button to bring water back to a boil.

Why is the keep warm indicator lit after plugging in?

If the water is still hot when you plug the unit in, it automatically enters keep warm mode. To start boiling, press the 'START/RE-BOIL' button.

How do I lock the hand pump?

Use the hand pump lock (lever) located on the lid. Set it to the locked position (solid circle or similar symbol) to prevent accidental dispensing. Unlock it (magnifying glass symbol) to use the pump.

Can I open the lid during or right after boiling?

No. Do not open the lid during or immediately after boiling to avoid burns from steam. Wait until the unit cools down.

What should I do if the power cord is damaged?

Do not use the unit. Contact an authorized service center for repair. Never attempt to repair the unit yourself.

How do I store the thermopot when not in use?

Clean the unit, pour out remaining water, unplug, let it cool and dry completely. Store in a dry, cool place away from children.

USER MANUAL MW-1753 PK Maxwell

Technical diagram of a circular mechanical component with concentric rings and a numbered label (16) pointing to its center point.

Simple line drawing of a cord with a plug and connector, no text or symbols present

Electric thermos kettle (thermopot) is intended for boiling water only. For proper and safe use of the unit read these instructions carefully.

Description

1. Minimal water level mark
2. Water level scale
3. Spout for pouring water
4. Control panel
5. Lid opening button
6. Hand pump
7. Steam release openings
8. Lid
9. Hand pump lock
10. Lid lock
11. Maximal water level mark «FULL»
12. Carrying handle
13. Body
14. Power cord socket
15. Rotary base
16. Sealing gasket
17. Power cord

Control panel

1. «BOILING» indicator

2. «START/RE-BOIL» button

3. «KEEP WARM» indicator

4. Water dispense on button «WATER DISPENSE»

Attention!

For additional protection it is reasonable to install a residual current device (RCD) with nominal operation current not exceeding 30 mA. To install RCD contact a specialist.

SAFETY MEASURES

Before using the unit, read these instructions carefully. Keep these instructions for future reference.

Use the unit for intended purposes only as specified in this manual. Mishandling the unit can lead to its breakage and cause harm to the user or damage to his/her property.

To avoid risk of electric shock observe the following safety measures.

• Make sure that operating voltage of the unit corresponds to voltage of your mains.
- Power cord is equipped with “euro plug”; plug it into the socket with reliable grounding contact.
- To avoid risk of electric shock do not use adapters for connecting the unit to the mains.
- Do not use the unit in bathrooms. Do not use it near swimming pools or other containers filled with water.
- Do not use the thermopot near heat sources or open flame. Place the thermopot on a flat and stable surface; do not place the unit on the edge of the table.
- Do not place the unit near walls or furniture, the distance between the unit and any surface should be at least 30 cm.
- Do not use the unit outdoors.
• Use only the accessories supplied.
- Do not connect or disconnect the power cord with wet hands, this may cause electric shock or injuries.
- Provide that the power cord does not hang over the edge of a table, or touch hot surfaces.
- When unplugging the unit, pull the plug but not the cord.
- Do not switch the unit on without water.
- Use the thermopot for water boiling only. It is prohibited to heat or boil other liquids in it.
- Ensure that water level is not below the minimal mark and not above the maximal mark.
- Do not refill the thermopot during boiling or right after it.
- Do not fill the thermopot with water directly from the faucet; use a suitable bowl for this.
- Do not drop or tilt the unit.
- Do not leave the operating unit unattended.
- Do not open the lid and do not pour water during boiling.
- Do not rotate the unit when pouring water.
- Close the lid properly, but without excessive effort.
- Keep your hands away and do not bend over the steam release openings, it may cause burns. Do not block the steam release openings with any objects.
- Do not lift the unit by the handle during boiling, as it may cause burns by outgoing

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steam. Do not open the lid during and right after water boiling.

• Do not touch hot surfaces of the thermopot.
• Be careful while carrying the unit filled with boiling water.
• Do not carry the thermopot holding it by the lid opening button.
• Before pouring out the remaining water let the unit cool down, then remove the thermopot lid and pour out water.
• To avoid risk of electric shock, do not immerse the unit, the power cord and the power plug of the unit into water or other liquids.
• Disconnect the unit from the mains, if you are not using it or before cleaning.
• Do not wash the thermopot in a dishwashing machine.
• Before taking the unit away for storage and before cleaning, unplug it, pour out water and let the unit cool down and dry.
• For children safety reasons do not leave polyethylene bags, used as a packaging, unattended.

Attention! Do not allow children to play with polyethylene bags or packaging film. Danger of suffocation!

• Do not allow children to use the thermopot as a toy.
• This unit is not intended for usage by children or disabled persons unless they are given all the necessary and understandable instructions by a person who is responsible for their safety on safety measures and information about danger that can be caused by improper usage of the unit.
• Keep the unit out of reach of children and disabled persons. Do not allow them to use the unit without supervision of the responsible adults.
• Check the power cord and the plug integrity periodically. Do not use the unit, if the power cord, plug, lid or body is damaged.
• Do not repair the unit by yourself. It may lead to fire, electric shock or injuries. If the unit has damages, apply to the authorized service center.

After unit transportation or storage at low temperature it is necessary to keep it for at least two hours at room temperature before switching on.

• Unpack the thermopot; remove any stickers that can prevent unit operation.
• Check the unit for damages; do not use it in case of damages.
• Before switching the unit on make sure that its operating voltage corresponds to voltage of your mains.
• Open the lid (8) by pressing the button (5) and pulling it (pic. 1).
• Fill the thermopot with water using a suitable bowl, do not exceed the maximal water level mark (11) «FULL» (pic. 2).
• Insert the power cord connector (17) into the socket (14) on the thermopot body, and the mains plug into the mains socket (pic. 3). The thermopot will be switched on in boiling mode; the «BOILING» indicator (18) will light up on the control panel (4).
• After water starts boiling, the thermopot will be switched to the keep warm mode, the «KEEP WARM» indicator (20) will light up.
• Pour out water. To do this set the hand pump lock (9) lever to the position «☐», place a suitable bowl under the spout (3) and pour out water pressing the hand pump (6). To switch the electric pump on, press and hold the «WATER DISPENSE» button (21).

Note:

- To remove foreign smells boil and pour out water 2-3 times.

Attention! Be careful when pouring out water to avoid getting burns by steam and hot water.

Usage of thermopot

Open the lid (8) by pressing the button (5) and pulling it (pic. 1).

• Fill the thermopot with water using a suitable bowl, do not exceed the maximal water level mark (11) «FULL» (pic. 2).
• Insert the power cord connector (17) into the socket (14) on the thermopot body, and the mains plug into the mains socket (pic. 3). The thermopot will be switched on in boiling mode; the «BOILING» indicator (18) will light up on the control panel (4).

Note: - If you disconnect the unit from the mains and then connect it again, and water in the thermopot is still hot, the unit will be switched on in the keep warm mode (the «KEEP WARM» indicator (20) lights up). To switch the boiling mode on press the «START/RE-BOIL» button (19).

• After water starts boiling, the thermopot will be switched to the keep warm mode, the «KEEP WARM» indicator (20) will light up.
• You can switch the reboiling on after water boiling, when the unit is operating in the keep warm mode and the «KEEP WARM» indicator (20) lights on the control panel. Press the «START/RE-BOIL» button (19), the «BOILING» indicator (18) will light up.
• Ensure that water level is not below the mark (1) and not above the «FULL» mark (11). If the water level is below the mark (1), open the lid (8) and refill the thermopot with water.
• Pour water out of the thermopot into a suitable bowl, placing it under the spout (3). Water can be dispensed in the following ways:
• by unlocking and pressing the hand pump (6),
• by pressing and holding the «WATER DISPENSE» button (21) (pic. 4).

Note:

- The «WATER DISPENSE» button (21) is active only when the unit is connected to the mains.

Attention!

• Dispense water only after boiling is finished (the «KEEP WARM» indicator (20) lights up).
• You can lock/unlock the hand pump (6) using the lock (9):

« 🔍» - the pump is unlocked.

• After use disconnect the unit from the mains by unplugging the power plug (17) and detaching the power cord from the socket (14).

• To pour out the remaining water wait till the unit cools down completely and then remove the lid (8). Open the lid (8) by pressing the button (5) and pull it (pic. 1), then remove the lid (8) by pressing and holding the lock (10) (pic. 5).

• To install the lid (8) back to its place, insert the metal spindle of the lid (8) into the lock (10) groove and release the lock (10).

• Let the unit cool down and take it away for storage.

Cleaning and care

• Before cleaning, disconnect the unit from the mains, let the thermopot cool down and pour out water.
• Clean the thermopot outer surface with a soft damp cloth and then wipe it dry. Do not use metal brushes, abrasives and solvents.
• Do not immerse the thermopot, the power cord and plug into water or other liquids.
• Do not wash the thermopot in a dishwashing machine.

Stains on the inner surface of the thermopot

The inner metal surface may change its color under the influence of different water impurities.

• To remove the stains wet a cloth with citric acid or vinegar and wipe the inner surface of the thermopot flask.
• To remove the citric acid or vinegar taste boil water and pour it out. Repeat this procedure till the smell and taste vanish completely.

Descaling

• Scale, appearing inside the thermopot, influences the water taste and disturbs the heat exchange between water and heating element.
• To remove the scale fill the thermopot with a mixture of one part ordinary vinegar and two parts water till the maximal level mark (11) «FULL».
• Plug the unit in, let the mixture boil and leave the unit operating in the keep warm mode for 1 hour.
• Reboil water pressing the «START/RE-BOIL» button (19).
• Once the mixture starts boiling and the unit is switched to the keep warm mode, unplug the unit.
• Let the unit cool down and then pour out the mixture, preliminary removing the lid (8).
• After descaling boil and pour out clean water several times.

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• You can use special detergents for electric kettles to remove scale.
  – Clean the unit from scale regularly.

Storage

– Before taking the unit away for storage clean the unit and pour out the remaining water.
- Keep the thermopot away from children in a dry cool place.

Delivery set

Thermopot - 1 pc. Power cord - 1 pc. Instruction manual - 1 pc.

Technical specifications

Power supply: 220-240 V \~ 50/60Hz Power consumption: 750 W Maximal water capacity: 4 l

The manufacturer preserves the right to change the specifications of the unit without a preliminary notification.

Unit operating life is 3 years

Guarantee

Details regarding guarantee conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased. The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.

This product conforms to the EMC-Requirements as laid down by the Council Directive 89/336/EEC and to the Law Voltage Regulation (73/23 EEC)

Bedienungsanleitung

Thermosflasche

A production date of the item is indicated in the serial number on the technical data plate. A serial number is an eleven-unit number, with the first four figures indicating the production date. For example, serial number 0606xxxxxxx means that the item was manufactured in June (the sixth month) 2006.

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