Black & Decker JKC920 - Manual (Page 4)

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6. Plug the kettle into a standard electrical outlet. The
power light at the base of the kettle under the handle
comes on (F).
7. Press the I/O (On/Off) switch button to the I position
(there will be a click) and the water begins to heat (G).
8. When water boils the kettle will automatically shut off
and the indicator light will go out. Do not try to hold the
switch in the ‘On’ position once the water has boiled.
9. To re-boil water, it is necessary to wait several minutes
for water to cool.
10. To reuse the kettle, allow it to cool down. Before
pressing the I/O (On/Off) switch check that there is
enough water in the kettle. Simply press the I/O (On/
Off) switch to the I position or pour off any unused
water and refill.
Warning: Kettle filled with boiling water is hot. Use only
the stay cool handle to pick it up. When taking kettle to the
table, carry kettle with caution to avoid spillage. Set it on a trivet or hot pad to
protect the table surface or tablecloth.
11. Hold kettle level when pouring, especially when filled to maximum. Do not
pour too fast.
Note: Make sure lid is closed before pouring hot water from the kettle.
12. To remove kettle from power base simply lift up.
13. Empty and unplug the kettle when not in use.
HELPFUL tIPS
• Always use fresh, cold water for each boiling process.
• Do not store water in the kettle. This helps to prevent build up of mineral
deposits.
• For your safety, make sure cover of kettle is closed securely before pressing the
I/O (ON/OFF) switch.
• Always unplug the kettle before filling.
• Never use less than the minimum amount of water (3 ½ cups). Note the MIN
line on the kettle.
• Never use more than the maximum amount of water (7 cups). Note the MAX
line on the kettle.
• The power supply is connected only to the power base. This allows for easy
movement of the kettle to the table. (Remember to use a trivet or hot pad under
the hot kettle.)
• Do not try to hold the switch ‘On’ (I) when water has boiled.
• Use your kettle to boil water for beverages, soups, cereal, noodles, rice and
pasta.
tRoUBLESHootING
PRoBLEM PoSSIBLE CAUSE SoLUtIoN
Kettle is not heating. Kettle is not plugged in.
Kettle is not properly
placed on power base.
Check to be sure
appliance is plugged
into a working outlet,
the I/O (On/Off) button
has been engaged and
the kettle is securely
placed on the power
base.
Kettle has boiled dry Kettle was accidentally
turned on without water.
Unplug kettle and allow
to fully cool down
before refilling.
Kettle heats but does
not boil or works
intermittently.
Appliance may need
descaling
Follow directions for
descaling the kettle.
The ‘On’ (I) button will
not stay on.
The kettle is too hot. Allow the kettle to cool
down at least 5 to 10
minutes. Make sure
there is enough water in
the kettle.
BUILt-IN SCALE PRotECtIoN
Lime scale forms over time when water is heated. Though harmless, it may be
bothersome. The concealed heating element in the kettle is designed to help
reduce scale buildup. The kettle has a scale filter at the bottom of the pour spout
to prevent particles from pouring into your beverage.
F 1.7L
MAX
1.5L
1.0L
0.7L
MIN
G