Hamilton Beach 840055200 User's Manual
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1. 12 Do not allow kettle to boil dry 13 To avoid possible steam damage turn spout away from walls or cabinets during use use protective pad under kettle to prevent damage to wood finishes 14 To avoid circuit overload do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit 15 Do not place electric kettle on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven O a a Ww 2 16 To disconnect electric kettle remove plug from wall outlet Never pull on cord as this may damage the cord and eventually cause electric shock 17 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not remove the bottom cover No user serviceable parts are inside Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only 18 Do not use appliance for other than intended use 19 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Hamilton Beach Proctor Silex may result in fire electrical shock or personal injury 20 Be sure the lid is securely snapped in place before turning kettle on and during use Allow to cool before removing lid To remove lid lift straight up SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY To avoid an electrical circuit overload do not operate another high wattage appliance on the same circuit with the kettle This appliance is equipped with a grounded type 3 wire cord 3 prong plug The plug will only fit into an electrical outlet made for a 3 prong plug This is a safe2. the power base when not in use e For general operation see Using Your Electric Kettle e After filling the kettle with water it should be placed on the base so that it is correctly engaged e After use the kettle may be left on the base but we recommend you unplug the cord from the outlet If Your Kettle Boils Dry The heating element is protected by two automatic safety devices If your kettle is accidentally switched on without being filled with water or is allowed to boil dry the kettle will automatically repeat a cycle of switching off cooling down and switching back on You should e Unplug the kettle and wait about 15 minutes for the element to cool down e Refill the kettle then use as normal and check that the kettle functions correctly If Heating Element Discolors It is normal for stainless steel heating elements to discolor This does not affect the performance of the kettle Do not use abrasive scouring pads or cleaners as this may damage the stainless steel surface 6 If Your Kettle Does Not Work Make these simple checks before calling the toll free customer service number e Have you switched the power switch button to the on 1 position e Has the kettle been accidentally switched on without being filled with water or allowed to boil dry Wait 15 minutes and try again e Is the kettle cord firmly plugged in the outlet or in the case of the cordless kettle is it firmly plugged in
3. Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle English USA 1 800 851 8900 840055200 Kettle Safety IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following 1 Read all instructions thoroughly before using the appliance 2 Do not touch hot surfaces or hot water Use handles or knobs Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts or from spilled hot liquid To protect against fire electric shock and personal injury do not immerse cord plugs or electric kettle in water or other liquid Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Electric kettle must be operated on a flat surface away from the edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner Call our toll free customer service number for information on examination electrical repair mechanical repair or adjustment 7 Do not use for other than heating water Other liquids or food will contaminate the interior and void warranty 8 Do not use outdoors 9 Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces 10 To protect against electric shock unplug from outlet when filling when not in use and before cleaning 11 To prevent burns allow to cool before cleaning
4. ag from outside kettle and any packaging that may be inside the kettle Fill the kettle to the MAX indicator on water level window and bring to a boil until kettle shuts off automatically Discard water and repeat the process Rinse out the kettle 2 or 3 times The kettle is now ready for use 1 Unplug the kettle from the outlet before filling or for cordless models remove from power base before filling 2 Fill the kettle with the required amount of water Ensure that the water level is between MIN and MAX on the water level indicator If using the mesh filter it must be in place WARNING If the kettle is overfilled there is a risk that boiling water may spit out of the spout 3 Make sure that the lid is in place and the kettle or power base cordless models only is standing on a level surface If lid is not in place auto shut off will not operate 4 Plug into the outlet and turn on I 5 The kettle will switch off 0 automatically when the water has boiled Remember the surface of the kettle gets hot take care only grip the kettle by the handle 6 After use unplug the kettle and empty NOTE Use water only If used for foods other than water the warranty will be voided Know Your Kettle Cordless Kettle Your cordless kettle has the power supply connected to the power base eliminating the need to plug and unplug the cord from the electrical outlet However it is always a good safety practice to unplug
5. poses or any other use not found in the printed directions HAMILTON BEACH PROCTOR SILEX INC EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INCIDENTAL LOSSES CAUSED BY USE OF THIS APPLIANCE Some states or provinces do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential losses so the foregoing disclaimer may not apply to you If you have a claim under this warranty DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE STORE Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER For faster service please have model and serial numbers ready for operator to assist you CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS In the U S 1 800 851 8900 In Canada 1 800 267 2826 Web site address www hamiltonbeach com KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state or province to province Hammon BEACH PROCTOR SILEX INC PROCTOR SILEX GANADA INC Washington North Carolina 27889 Picton Ontario KOK 2T0 840055200 Web site address www hamiltonbeach com 3 99 8
6. to the outlet and firmly seated in the base e If the kettle heats but does not boil it might need descaling Cleaning amp Descaling Your Kettle 1 With kettle unplugged empty out any remaining water and rinse If your model has a mesh filter remove it before cleaning 2 To remove lime deposits which build up periodically from all water use a scale lime remover following its directions carefully 3 To avoid scale lime deposit build up empty the kettle after each use 4 Wipe the exterior of the kettle with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive scouring pads or powders as they may scratch the smooth surface of the kettle 5 NEVER IMMERSE THE KETTLE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS 7 Customer Service Call our toll free customer service numbers Please note the model type and series number on the kettle or have the kettle close by when you call This will help us answer your question TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Hamilton Beach Proctor Silex Inc warrants this appliance to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years from the date of original purchase except as noted There is no warranty with respect to the following which may be supplied with this appliance glass parts glass containers cutter strainer nonstick soleplate and or nonstick cooking surfaces This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not cover damage from abuse neglect use for commercial pur
7. ty feature If the plug should fail to fit contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the grounding pin part of the 3 prong plug A short cord is provided to reduce the hazard of becoming entangled or tripping over a longer cord An extension cord may be used if the electrical rating is equal to or greater than the rating of the kettle Use an extension cord rated 10 amperes or greater Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over WARNING To avoid burns and reduce risk of personal injury use extreme caution when carrying kettle containing hot water Do not pour in the direction of people or oe people Parts and Features 1 Lid 5 Power Base 2 Power Switch 6 Anti Scale Mesh Filter 3 Cord Wrap can exit Features on selected to left or right of handle models only 4 Water Level Window 2 Cordless Kettle Anti Scale Mesh Filter Scale is caused by lime and calcium in hard water The mesh filter will prevent these suspended particles from being poured out of the kettle To ensure optimum performance of the filter it should be periodically cleaned To clean the filter rinse it under running water and brush both side with a soft brush An old clean toothbrush works well 4 Using Your Electric Kettle BEFORE FIRST USE Remove plastic b
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