Melissa 245-015 - Manual (Page 13)

Please read this instruction manual carefully and
familiarise yourself with your new jug kettle
before using for the first time.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
When using your kettle, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the
following.
- Read all instructions carefully, even if you
are familiar with the appliance.
- Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance if used by or near children.
- Before connecting the kettle, check if the
voltage indicated on the appliance
(underside of kettle and base Unit.)
corresponds with the main voltage in your
home. If this is not the case, contact your
dealer and do not use the kettle.
- Switch off and unplug from the outlet before
filling, emptying or cleaning, or when not in
use.
- Do not overfill as boiling water may be
ejected. The maximum level is marked on
the water indicator.
- Do not operate or place any part of this
appliance on or near any hot surfaces (such
as gas or electric burner or in a heated
oven).
- Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a
table or counter. Do not let the cord touch
hot surfaces.
- Never yank on the cord as this may damage
the cord and eventually cause a risk of
electric shock.
- If the supply cord of this appliance is
damaged, it must only be replaced by a
repair shop appointed by the manufacturer,
because special purpose tools are required.
- Avoid touching hot kettle surfaces - use the
handle and knobs.
- To avoid possible steam damage, turn the
spout away from walls or cabinets when
operating the kettle.
- If operated on wood furniture, use a
protective pad to prevent damage delicate
finishes.
- To avoid scalding, always ensure the lid is
correctly positioned before operating.
- Scalding may occur if the lid is removed
whilst heating.
- Remove and replace the lid carefully when
hot.
- Extreme caution must be used when
moving the kettle containing hot water.
Never lift the kettle by its lid. Always use the
body handle.
- Do not switch your kettle on if it is empty.
- To protect from electrical hazard, do not
immerse this kettle, power base or cord in
any liquid.
- Use the kettle only with the supplied base
unit. Do not use the base unit for other
purposes.
- To protect against fire, do not operate in the
presence of explosive and/ or flammable
fumes.
- A kettle should not be left connected to a
wall socket when the room temperature is
likely to fall to outdoor winter temperatures.
At sub-zero temperatures the automatic
control thermostat may reset to boilenergize
the element.
- Do not use the kettle for any purpose other
than heating water. Other liquids or food will
contaminate the interior.
- This product has not been designed for any
other uses than those specified in this
booklet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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