Hamilton Beach 41020, 41020C - Electric Kettle Manual

Parts and festures

1. Lid
2. Removable Anti-Scale Mesh Filter (inside spout)*
3. Open Button for Lid
4. Control Buttons
5. Water Level Window
6. Base*

How to use the kettle

Do not overfill kettle. Boiling water may spit out of the spout.

BEFORE FIRST USE: Press OPEN button to lift lid and fill kettle with water to the MAX fill line on the water level window. Press the lid down until it locks in place. Press START/STOP button to turn the kettle ON. The kettle will bring the water to a boil, then shut off automatically. Discard water and repeat 2–3 times, rinsing out the kettle each time. The kettle is now ready for use.

1. Plug into outlet. Water window will illuminate in blue for 3 minutes.
2. Fill kettle with required amount of water. Ensure that water level is between 0.5 L and MAX on the water level window. Always keep mesh filter in place.
3. Press down on the lid to close. Make sure the power base is on a level surface.
4. Press the desired temperature button and then press the START/STOP button. The selected temperature button will illuminate in blue and flash until the temperature is reached. The kettle will beep six times when the selected temperature is reached. Pressing the START/STOP button without selecting a temperature will default to Boil mode.
5. If keep warm is desired, press the KEEP WARM button at any time and kettle will keep the water at the selected temperature for 30 minutes.
6. After 30 minutes, the kettle will shut off. Always unplug when not in use.

NOTES:

• When kettle is lifted from base, the KEEP WARM function stops. To resume KEEP WARM, follow steps 4 and 5.
• Only use kettle to heat water. If kettle is used to heat other liquids, such as coffee or tea, the warranty will be voided.

If kettle floor discolors: It is normal for stainless steel heating elements to discolor. This does not affect the performance of the kettle. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleaners since this may damage the stainless steel surface.

If kettle boils dry: The heating element is protected by two automatic safety devices. If your kettle is accidentally switched on without being filled with water, or is allowed to boil dry, the kettle will automatically switch off. You should:

• Unplug the kettle and wait about 20 minutes for the element to cool down.
• Refill the kettle; then use as normal and check that the kettle functions correctly.

If kettle does not work: Make these simple checks before calling the toll-free customer assistance number:

• Have you pressed the START/STOP button?
• If the kettle heats but does not boil, it might need descaling (see "Care and cleaning" section).
• Has the kettle been accidentally turned on without being filled with water or allowed to boil dry? Press the START/STOP button, wait 20 minutes, and try again.
• Is cord firmly plugged into the outlet and kettle firmly seated in the base?

Anti-Scale Mesh Filter: Scale is caused by lime and calcium in hard water. The mesh filter will prevent these suspended particles from being poured out of the kettle. The filter should be cleaned periodically to ensure optimum performance.

To clean the filter, unplug kettle and allow to cool. Pull up on the filter tab to slide filter out.

To replace filter, line up the filter with tab towards the inside of the kettle and slide into place until it snaps into place.

Tea guide

• Bring filtered or good-tasting tap water to a boil in the kettle. Use 6 ounces (177 ml) of water per cup of tea.
• If using loose tea instead of tea bags, measure 1 rounded teaspoon of tea per cup into an infuser and place the infuser in the cup. If no infuser is available, put the tea directly into the cup.
• Pour heated water directly over the tea. For stronger tea, add more leaves rather than infusing longer than is recommended.

NOTE: Tea that is oversteeped will become bitter.
NOTE: These temperature settings can vary depending on a number of factors, such as altitude, impurities in the water, and the amount of water in the kettle.

Temperature & Tea Guide

Electric Shock Hazard. Do not immerse kettle, power base, or plug in water or any other liquid.

Care and cleaning

1. With kettle unplugged, empty any remaining water and rinse. Allow kettle to cool. The mesh filter may be removed by pulling up on the filter tab which is visible through the kettle opening. To replace filter, line up the filter with tab towards the inside of the kettle and slide down until it snaps into place.
2. To avoid scale/lime deposit buildup, empty kettle after each use. To remove discoloration or scale/lime deposit from heating element: Place 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cream of tartar (available in the spice aisle of grocery store) into the kettle. Then fill the kettle 1/2 full with water. Plug into outlet, press START/ STOP button, and bring to boil. Press STOP button. Unplug and let cool. Rinse several times with clean tap water.
3. Wipe the exterior of the kettle with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive scouring pads or powders since they may scratch the smooth surface of the kettle.

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