Kettle Operation - HOFFEN K-8558 Instruction Manual

7.1 Before use
1. Unfold the power cord concealed inside the base . Place the base on a dry, flat and
stable surface .
2. Fill the cordless kettle with clean water without exceeding the maximum level .
3. Connect the power cord to an electric outlet .
4. Before first use, fill the cordless kettle with clean water without exceeding the
maximum level and boil the water in accordance with point 7 .4 . Pour the water out
and repeat the sequence 2 - 4 times .
Note: The appliance should be disconnected from the mains whenever it is to be filled
or topped up with water. Pouring water over the stainless steel cordless kettle base
could result in electrocution.
7.2 Turning the kettle on and off
Remember to boil clean water 2-4 times before the first use (point 7.1 Before use) .
1. In order to turn the appliance on, push the switch down to the "1" position . The switch
will light up . The appliance will turn off automatically when the water has boiled .
2. To turn the appliance off manually, move the switch up to its initial position marked
"0" . The switch light will be turned off .
7.3 Opening and closing the lid
1. To open the lid, press the lid opening button .
2. To close the lid, press the lid down on the kettle .
7.4 Boiling water
1. Fill the kettle up to the desired level. Do not overfill the kettle, so that water does not
splash out or spill . The water level indicator will help you draw a suitable amount of
water . Always make sure that the water level is between the MIN and MAX markings .
Do not forget to close the lid after you fill the kettle with water.
Attention! Fill the appliance with cold and fresh water only.
2. Put the kettle on the base and switch it on as described above . When the water comes
to a boil, the appliance will turn off automatically . Then you can remove the stainless
steel cordless kettle from the base .
3. You can boil water again only after the kettle has cooled down for 15 - 20 seconds .
When the appliance is cooling down, do not push the switch, as doing so could
damage the mechanism .
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