Care And Cleaning - Hamilton Beach 40865 User Manual

Care and Cleaning

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To avoid scale/lime deposit build-
up, empty kettle after each use.
To remove discoloration or scale/lime deposit from heating element:
Place either 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar (available in the spice aisle
of grocery store) or 1 Tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice into
the kettle. Then fill the kettle 1/2 full with water. Plug in, turn ON (I),
and bring to boil. Turn OFF (O), let cool, and rinse several times with
clean tap water.
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Wipe the exterior of kettle with
a damp cloth. WARNING! Burn
Hazard: Do not use abrasive
scouring pads or powders since
they may scratch the smooth
surface of the kettle, causing the
glass to break suddenly during
use or cleaning.
w WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.
Do not immerse kettle, power base, or plug in water or other liquid.
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:
• Turn the switch to OFF (O), unplug, 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 service number:
• Have you turned power switch to ON (l) position?
• If the kettle heats but does not boil, it might need descaling.
• Has the kettle been accidentally switched on without being filled
with water or allowed to boil dry? Turn the switch to OFF (O), 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. Gently brush filter with a clean, wet
toothbrush. Rinse toothbrush and repeat if necessary.
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