Melissa 245-038: INTRODUCTION SAFETY MEASURES KEY

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INTRODUCTION

• Ensure that the cord to the kettle base is fully

extended.

To get the best out of your new kettle, please read

through these instructions carefully before using it

for the first time. We also recommend that you

Cord, plug and mains socket

keep the instructions for future reference, so that

• Check regularly that the cord or plug is not

you can remind yourself of the functions of your

damaged and do not use the kettle if it is, or

kettle.

if it has been dropped or damaged in any

other way.

SAFETY MEASURES

• If the kettle, cord or plug is damaged, it must

Normal use of the kettle

be inspected and, if necessary, repaired by

• Incorrect use of the kettle may cause

an authorised repair engineer, otherwise

personal injury and damage to the kettle.

there is a risk of electric shock. Never try to

repair the appliance yourself.

• Use the kettle for its intended purpose only.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any

• Remove the plug from the socket when

damage resulting from incorrect use or

cleaning, or when the kettle is not in use.

handling (see also Guarantee Terms).

•Avoid pulling the cord when removing the

• The kettle may only be connected to 230 V,

plug from the socket. Instead, hold the plug.

50 Hz.

• Check that it is not possible to pull or trip

• The kettle should not be switched on unless

over the kettle or any extension cord.

there is water in it.

KEY

• The water level in the kettle must not be

below the minimum (0.5 l) or above the

1.

6.

maximum (1.7 l) filling level marked on the

water level gauge on the outside of the

4.

5.

kettle.

7.

• The kettle or cord must not be placed in

water or any other liquid.

• Never leave the kettle unattended when in

use and keep an eye on children.

•Avoid touching the outside of the kettle when

2.

in use, as it becomes hot. Touch the handle

and lid only. Be careful of hot steam when

opening the lid.

• This kettle is not suitable for commercial or

outdoor use.

3.

Positioning the kettle

1. Lid

• Always place the kettle at the back of a

2. Water level gauge

kitchen counter at a safe distance from

3. Base

flammable objects such as curtains,

4. Release button for lid

tablecloths or similar.

5. On switch

• Always position the kettle so that the spout is

6. Off switch

turned away from other surfaces, as steam

from the boiling water may damage them.

7. Indicator light

• Do not cover the kettle.

• Do not allow the cord to hang over the edge

of a table/counter, and keep it away from hot

objects and naked flames.

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