User manual ROWENTA KF942012

[. . . ] · Check that the lid is closed properly to avoid steam near the handle. Check that the electrical supply is compatible with the power and voltage indicated beneath your model. · Only plug the kettle into a socket with a built-in earth connection. · Never release the lid whilst the water is boiling. Turn it on using the switch on the base. [. . . ] Ensure that the filter is facing downwards and pointing towards the handle at the back of the kettle (see diagram on underside of lid) The removable filter is made up of fabric which retains the particles of scale and stops them from falling into your cup when you pour. With very hard water, the filter becomes clogged with scale very quickly (10 to 15 uses). 2 1 Remove the filter by pulling it backwards as shown in the diagram. Sometimes the scale does not come away ; if so, descaling is necessary. Refit the filter by pushing the tab into the slot in the underside of the lid. DESCALING Descale regularly, preferably at least once a month and more frequently if your water is very hard. To descale your kettle, use : · white vinegar : fill the kettle with half a litre of vinegar. Leave to stand for 1 hour without heating · citric acid : boil half a litre of water. Repeat if necessary. To descale your filter (depending on model) : Soak the filter in white vinegar or diluted citric acid. · Never use descaling methods other than those recommended. IN THE EVENT OF A PROBLEM There is no visible damage to your kettle GB The kettle does not work or stops before boiling. · The kettle has been operated without water or scale has accumulated, triggering the safety system to prevent dry operation: leave the kettle to cool, then fill it with water. Use the switch to turn it on : the kettle starts working again after a few minutes. The water tastes of plastic This usually occurs when the kettle is new. If the problem persists, fill the kettle to maximum, add two teaspoonfuls of bicarbonate of soda. Rinse the kettle thoroughly. If your kettle has fallen, if it leaks, or if the cord, the plug or the base of the kettle are visibly damaged Return your kettle to your Rowenta After-Sales Service Centre, the only organisation authorised to repair it. See warranty conditions and see the information given under the After Sales Service Information section. No attempt should be made to dismantle the appliance or the safety systems. · If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales department or a person with similar qualifications for safety reasons. · Rowenta reserves the right to modify the characteristics or components of its kettles at any time, in the interests of consumers. Any professional use, inappropriate use or failure to comply with the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility and the guarantee will not apply. PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS IN THE HOME · Do not leave the appliance within the reach of children. The use of this appliance by children or handicapped people should be avoided unless under supervision. [. . . ] adequate outer protective carton, correctly addressed and sealed (refer to your local Post Office for further information). · Damages due to bad packaging are the responsibility of the sender. · If you are returning under guarantee, it must be accompanied by proof and date of purchase (purchase receipt). · If it is outside the guarantee period, please enclose a cheque for £10 made payable to "Wykes Electrical Repairs Ltd" to cover the estimate for repair and transport back to you. REPUBLIC OF IRELAND 1) If you have a question, comment or problem, call (01) 4751947 2) If you need to post back your faulty product send to : Gavins, 83 Lower Camden Street, Dublin 2 www. rowenta. co. uk UTILISATION F Merci d'avoir acheté une bouilloire Rowenta. [. . . ]