Frigidaire EKET125 Electric Kettle Instruction Manual

ELECTRIC KETTLE
Model: EKET125

Instruction manual

FRIGIDAIRE is a pending or registered trademark used under license from Electrolux Home Products, Inc. For service assistance and product information, please call 1-800-968-9853. Curtis International Ltd. 7045 BECKETT DRIVE, UNIT 15, MISSISSAUGA, ON, L5S 2A3 www.curtisint.com
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When using your kettle, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the followings:

  1. Read all instructions carefully and thoroughly, before any operation of the kettle.
  2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
  3. Before connecting the kettle, check whether the voltage indicated on the appliance (underside of kettle and base unit) corresponds with the main voltage in your home. If this is not the case, contact your dealer and do not use the kettle.
  4. Switch off and unplug from the outlet before filling, emptying, cleaning, or when not in use.
  5. If the kettle is overfilled, boiling water may be ejected. Fill with cold water only.
  6. Do not operate or place any part of this appliance on or near hot surfaces (such as gas, an electric burner, or a heated oven).
  7. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or a counter. Do not let the cord touch a hot surface.
  8. Never yank on the cord as this may damage the cord and eventually cause a risk of electric shock.
  9. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
  10. Avoid touching the surface of the hot kettle, use the handle and knobs.
  11. To avoid possible steam damage, do not face the spout when operating the kettle.
  12. If operated on wood furniture, use a protective pad to prevent damage to delicate finishes.
  13. To avoid scalding, always ensure the lid is correctly positioned before operation.
  14. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed while heating.
  15. Carefully open the lid when it is hot.
  16. Extreme caution must be used when moving the kettle containing hot water. Never lift the kettle by its lid. Always use the body handle.
  17. Do not switch your kettle on if it is empty.
  18. To protect from electrical hazards, do not immerse this kettle, power base, or cord in any liquid.
  19. The kettle is only to be used with the stand provided.
  20. To protect against fire, do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
  21. This product is not designed for any other uses other than those specified in this booklet.
  22. 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 the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  23. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
  24. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
    — staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
    — farmhouses;
    — clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments;
    — bed and breakfast type environments.

Instruction for use

  1. Before first use, fill the kettle with clean water to maximum capacity and boil. Discard the water and repeat the process.
  2. The kettle should always be unplugged when filling or adding water.
  3. Fill the kettle with water to the desired level. Do not overfill or there will be a risk of spillage or spitting. The water level indicator will assist you to measure the correct amount. You can fill the kettle via the spout or after opening the lid. Do not forget to close the lid after filling, otherwise, the kettle will not automatically switch off after use.
  4. Do not fill with less than 0.8 liters of water (to “min” indication) to prevent the kettle from running dry while operating.
  5. Do not fill with more than I. 8 liters of water (to “max” indication).
  6. An automatic safety cut-out has been fitted for protection against overheating, it will operate if the kettle is switched on when containing insufficient water. Always ensure the water inside the kettle covers the minimum mark on the water level indicator gauge. If the automatic safety cut-out has been operated, switch the kettle off, disconnect from the power outlet and allow the kettle to cool down for 5 to 10 minutes. The refill with and switch on, the kettle will work as normal.
  7. Place the power base on a dry, flat surface. Place the kettle on the power base. The electrical connection will be made automatically as the kettle slides onto the power base.
  8. Plug the cord set on the power base. The electrical connection will be made automatically as the kettle slides onto the base.
  9. Plug the cord set into a grounded power socket.
  10. Push the on/off button to start to boil, and the LED light on the switch of the kettle shows a blue color. When the temperature of the water reaches 100 degrees. The kettle will automatically cut off.
  11. Pour out water into a tank after boiling. Please be very careful when operating. Please do not open the lid in order to avoid being injured if hot water is in the kettle.
  12. After usage, unplug and clear the kettle completely and then put the kettle on the base.
  13. Do not remove the kettle from the power base without switching it off first.
  14. Remember, if you do not wish to re-boil the kettle, switch it off.
  15. The kettle may be switched off manually at any time by pushing the switch button.

How to care for your kettle

Wipe the exterior of the kettle with a soft, damp cloth or sponge. Remove stubborn spots with a cloth moistened with mild liquid detergent. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or powers. Never immerse the kettle in water or other liquids.
Descaling
From time to time, depending on the nature of your water supply, limescale would be naturally formed and can be found mostly adhered to the heating element, thus reducing the heating efficiency.
The amount of limescale deposit (and subsequently the need to clean or rescale) largely depends on the water hardness in your area and the frequency with which the kettle is used. Limescale is not harmful to your health, but if poured into your beverage, it can give a powdery taste to your drink. Therefore, the kettle should be descaled periodically as indicated below.
Descale kettle regularly. With normal use: at least twice a year

  1. Fill the kettle up to “max” with a mixture of one part ordinary vinegar and two parts water. Switch on and wait for the appliance to switch off automatically.
  2. Let the mixture remain inside the kettle overnight.
  3. Discard the mixture the next morning.
  4. Fill the kettle with clean water up to the “max” mark and boil again.
  5. Discard the boiled water to remove any remaining scale and vinegar.
  6. Rinse the inside of the kettle with clean water.

Storage

The product shall be wiped from the water and placed in a dry and normal temperature condition to avoid the humidity if the kettle will not be used for a long time.
Disposal

The product shall be disassembled and recycled respectively based on the local law or rule.
Product specifications:
Model no.: EKET125
Voltage: ACl20V
Frequency: 60Hz
Rating power: 1500W

To make a warranty claim, do not return this product to the store. Please email supportcurtiscs.com or call 1-800-968-9853.
1 Year Warranty
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace it with a similar one of equal or greater value. Prior to a replacement being sent, the product must be rendered inoperable or returned to us.
This warranty does not cover glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions., or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase, is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is used for other than single-family household use or subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as on the specified rating on the label (e.g., 120V-60Hz).
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused by a breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
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