Setting into operation
1a Fill the kettle through the spout with the lid closed, or:
1b Press the lid release button (c), open the lid, fill with
water and close the lid again (due to safety reasons
the kettle will not work with the lid open).
2 Place the kettle on the dry base and plug in the base.
3 Press the on/off switch (d), the pilot light will come on
(do not open the lid when the kettle is switched on).
4 When the water has boiled, the kettle automatically
switches off.
You may also stop the heating procedure at any time
by pressing the on/off switch (d).
Automatic cut-off feature
The kettle switches off when ...
– the water has boiled,
– it contains no water
(in case of accidental switching on),
– the lid is opened,
– it is taken off the base.
If the scale filter is not installed, the automatic cut-off will
be delayed.
Cleaning
•
Always unplug the appliance and allow cooling down
before cleaning.
•
Never clean the appliance under running water, nor
immerse it in water. Clean the exterior surfaces of the
kettle with a damp cloth only. Small amounts of dish-
washing liquids may be used. Do not use steel wool
or abrasive cleaners. Never use any solvents such
as alcohol, gasoline or benzene.
•
The removable scale filter can be cleaned with a soft
brush; do not use a metal brush. The scale filter is
dishwasher-proof.
Descaling
•
In order to extend the lifetime of the kettle, it should be
descaled regularly.
•
Boil 0.8 l water in the kettle.
•
Important: Switch off the kettle and add 0.4 l house-
hold vinegar (4-5% acid ). Do not boil the contents as
it may cause spilling being a danger of scalding.
•
Let the mix of water and vinegar sit in the kettle over-
night.
•
Empty the kettle and rinse the inside thoroughly with
fresh water. Fill the kettle with fresh water and boil it.
•
Empty the kettle and rinse it again with fresh water.
•
If the kettle still contains scale, repeat this procedure.
•
To remove any scale from the scale filter, you may
soak it in diluted vinegar.
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Subject to change without notice.
This product conforms to the European Directives
EMC 89/336/EEC and Low Voltage 73/23/EEC.
At the end of the product's useful life, please
dispose of it at appropriate collection points
provided in your country.
Guarantee
We grant 2 years guarantee on the product commencing
on the date of purchase. Within the guarantee period we
will eliminate, free of charge, any defects in the appliance
resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, either
by repairing or replacing the complete appliance as we
may choose.
This guarantee extends to every country where this
appliance is supplied by Braun or its appointed
distributor.
This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper
use, normal wear or use as well as defects that have a
negligible effect on the value or operation of the appli-
ance. The guarantee becomes void if repairs are under-
taken by unauthorised persons and if original Braun parts
are not used.
To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or
send the complete appliance with your sales receipt to an
authorised Braun Customer Service Centre.
For UK only:
This guarantee in no way affects your rights under
statutory law.