HD4699 - Kettle PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Philips
Model Number	HD4699
Product Type	Cordless Electric Kettle
Capacity	1.7 L (MAX)
Color	White
Body Material	Plastic
Heating Element	Concealed (estimated)
Power Rating	Not specified (typically 1500-2200 W)
Voltage	Check base for local voltage
Auto Shut-Off	Yes
Boil-Dry Protection	Yes
Power-On Light	Yes (HD4699 only)
Bell (Audible Alert)	Yes (HD4699 only)
Water Level Indicator	Yes, with MAX and MIN markings
Lid	Hinged, opens for filling
Filter	Double-Action scale filter, removable, dishwasher safe
Cord Storage	Base with cord reel and slots
Base Type	360° rotational base
Descaling	White vinegar or descaler recommended
Safety Features	Boil-dry protection, auto shut-off, heat-resistant body
Warranty	Refer to worldwide guarantee leaflet

Frequently Asked Questions - HD4699 PHILIPS

What is the maximum capacity of the Philips HD4699 kettle?

The maximum capacity is 1.7 liters (MAX level). Do not overfill to avoid scalding.

How do I descale the kettle?

Mix water with white vinegar (8% acetic acid) or use a commercial descaler. Fill to three-quarters with water, boil, add vinegar to MAX, leave overnight, then rinse thoroughly. Repeat if needed.

How do I clean the filter?

You can clean the filter by leaving it in during descaling, gently brushing under water, or placing it in the dishwasher. To remove, push the filter backwards and lift out.

Why does the kettle turn off before boiling?

This may be due to boil-dry protection if there is insufficient water. Ensure water covers the bottom. Also, descale if limescale buildup affects performance.

Can I use the kettle to heat soup or other liquids?

No, the kettle is designed only for boiling water. Using it for other liquids may cause damage or hazards.

How do I reset the boil-dry protection?

Switch the kettle off, let it cool for 10 minutes, then lift it from the base. The protection resets automatically.

Is the bell feature available on all models?

No, the bell (audible alert) is only available on HD4699 and HD4681 models. The HD4680 does not have a bell.

Can I open the lid while water is boiling?

No, do not open the lid during boiling. Wait until after boiling and open carefully to avoid hot steam.

How do I adjust the cord length?

Wind the cord around the reel in the base and pass it through one of the slots to secure the desired length.

What should I do if the appliance is damaged?

Do not use it. Contact Philips, an authorized service center, or a qualified person for repair. Damaged cords must be replaced by professionals.

USER MANUAL HD4699 PHILIPS

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Introduction

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General description (Fig. 1)

1 On/Off switch (I/O)

2 Power-on light, Bell (HD4699 and HD4681 only)

3 Lid

4 Spout

5 Water-level indicator

6 Base

7 Double-Action scale filter

Important

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference.

Danger

- Do not immerse the appliance or the base in water or any other liquid.

Warning

- Check if the voltage indicated on the base of the kettle corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.

- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord, the base or the appliance itself is damaged.

- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

- Keep the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children.

- Keep the mains cord out of the reach of children. Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the appliance stands. Excess cord can be stored in or around the base of the appliance.

- Only use the kettle in combination with its original base.

- Keep the mains cord, the base and the kettle away from hot surfaces.

- Do not place the appliance on an enclosed surface (e.g. a serving tray), as this could cause water to accumulate under the appliance, resulting in a hazardous situation.

- Hot water can cause serious burns. Be careful when the kettle contains hot water.

- Never fill the kettle beyond the maximum level indication. If the kettle has been overfilled, boiling water may be ejected from the spout and cause scalding.

- Do not open the lid while the water is boiling. Be careful when you open the lid immediately after the water has boiled: the steam that comes out of the kettle is very hot.

Caution

- Always place the base and the kettle on a dry, flat and stable surface.

- The kettle is only intended for boiling water. Do not use it to heat up soup or other liquids or jarred, bottled or tinned food.

- Do not touch the body of the kettle during and some time after use, as it gets very hot. Always lift the kettle by its handle.

- Always make sure the water in the kettle at least covers the bottom of the kettle to prevent the kettle from boiling dry.

- Depending on the hardness of the water in your area, small spots may appear on the heating element of your kettle when you use it. This phenomenon is the result of scale build-up on the heating element and on the inside of the kettle over time. The harder the water, the faster scale builds up. Scale can occur in different colours. Although scale is harmless, too much scale can influence the performance of your kettle. Descale your kettle regularly by following the instructions given in chapter 'Descaling'.

- This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

1 staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

2 farm houses;

3 by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;

4 bed and breakfast type environments.

- In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.

Boil-dry protection

This kettle is equipped with boil-dry protection. This device automatically switches off the kettle if it is accidentally switched on when there is no water or not enough water in it. The on/off switch stays in 'on' position and the power-on light, if available, stays on. Set the on/off switch to 'off' and let the kettle cool down for 10 minutes. Then lift the kettle from its base to reset the boil-dry protection. The kettle is now ready for use again.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today.

■Before first use

1 Remove stickers, if any, from the base or the kettle.

2 Place the base on a dry, stable and flat surface.

3 To adjust the length of the cord, wind it round the reel in the base. Pass the cord through one of the slots in the base (Fig. 2)

4 Rinse the kettle with water.

5 Fill the kettle with water up to the MAX level and let the water boil once (see chapter 'Using the appliance').

6 Pour out the hot water and rinse the kettle once more.

■Using the appliance

1 Fill the kettle with water, either through the spout or through the open lid (Fig. 3).

2 If the lid is open, close it.

Make sure that the lid is properly closed to prevent the kettle from boiling dry.

3 Place the kettle on its base and put the plug in the wall socket.

4 Set the on/off switch to 'I' to switch on the kettle (Fig. 4).

Note: You can switch off the kettle at any time by setting the on/off switch to 'O'. The kettle starts to heat up.

The kettle switches off automatically when the water reaches boiling point.

■Cleaning and descaling

Unplug the appliance before you clean it.

Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the appliance.

Never immerse the kettle or its base in water.

Cleaning the kettle

1 Clean the outside of the kettle with a soft, damp cloth moistened with warm water and some mild cleaning agent.

Cleaning the filter

Scale is not harmful to your health but it may give your drink a powdery taste. The scale filter prevents scale particles from ending up in your drink. Clean the scale filter regularly.

1 You can clean the filter in three ways:

1 leave the filter in the kettle when you descale the whole appliance (see section 'Descaling the kettle' in this chapter).
2 remove the filter from the kettle and gently clean it with a soft nylon brush under the tap (Fig. 5).
3 remove the filter from the kettle and clean it in the dishwasher.

- To remove the filter, push the filter backwards (1) and then lift it out of the kettle (2). (Fig. 6)

2 Put the filter back into the kettle after cleaning it under the tap or in the dishwasher. Slide the filter behind the brackets (1) and then push it forwards until it snaps home (2) (Fig. 7).

Descaling the kettle

Regular descaling prolongs the life of the kettle.
In case of normal use (up to 5 times a day), the following descaling frequency is recommended:

• Once every 3 months for soft water areas (up to 18dH).
• Once every month for hard water areas (over 18dH).

1 Fill the kettle with water up to three-quarters of the MAX level and bring the water to the boil.

2 After the kettle has switched off, add white vinegar (8% acetic acid) to the MAX level.

3 Leave the solution in the kettle overnight.

4 Empty the kettle and rinse the inside thoroughly.

5 Fill the kettle with clean water and boil the water.

6 Empty the kettle and rinse it with clean water again.

Repeat the procedure if there is still some scale in the kettle.

You can also use an appropriate descaler. In that case, follow the instructions on the package of the descaler.

Ordering accessories

To purchase accessories for this appliance, please visit our online shop at www.shop.philips.com/service. If the online shop is not available in your country, go to your Philips dealer or a Philips service centre. If you have any difficulties obtaining accessories for your appliance, please contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country. You find its contact details in the worldwide guarantee leaflet.

Environment

Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 8).

Guarantee & service

If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com/support or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country. You find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet. If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.

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2 If the lid is open, close it.

4 Set the on/off switch to 'I' to switch on the kettle (ábra 4).

Megjegyzés: You can switch off the kettle at any time by setting the on/off switch to 'O'.

1 leave the filter in the kettle when you descale the whole appliance (see section 'Descaling the kettle' in this chapter).
2 remove the filter from the kettle and gently clean it with a soft nylon brush under the tap (ábra 5).
3 remove the filter from the kettle and clean it in the dishwasher.
- To remove the filter, push the filter backwards (1) and then lift it out of the kettle (2). (ábra 6)
2 Put the filter back into the kettle after cleaning it under the tap or in the dishwasher. Slide the filter behind the brackets (1) and then push it forwards until it snaps home (2) (ábra 7).