SMEG klf03 Electric Kettle user manual

SMEG klf03 Electric Kettle

About Smeg

Smeg is a top brand known for stylish and high-performance electric appliances, including refrigerators, ovens, kettles, and toasters. Their products seamlessly combine retro-inspired design with innovative technology, offering both aesthetics and functionality for modern kitchens.

Important Safeguards

WARNING: If the instructions contained in this manual are not followed precisely, fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• – Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages throughout this manual and on the appliance. Read all the instructions before using the appliance and always obey all safety messages.

RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is a safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in severe personal injury or death.

UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
A signal word – DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION – is used with the safety alert symbol. DANGER denotes the most serious hazards. It means you could be killed or seriously injured if you do not immediately follow the instructions. WARNING means you could be killed or seriously injured if the instructions are not followed.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor to moderate injury.

WARNING

• This appliance is intended for use in the home only.
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by improper use of this appliance.
• This appliance complies with current safety regulations. Improper use of this appliance can result in personal injury and material damage.
• Read all the instructions before installing or using the appliance for the first time.
• Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user.

The safety messages will inform you of potential hazards, how to avoid the risk of injury, and what can occur if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT: Observe all codes and ordinances in force.

WARNING: For your safety, the instructions contained in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion and to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors, liquids, or materials near this or any other appliance.

NOTE: This appliance is NOT designed for installation in manufactured (mobile) homes or in recreational vehicles (RVs).

DO NOT install this appliance outdoors.

Important Safeguards

Warning To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, personal injury, or damage when using the appliance, follow basic safety precautions, including the following:

Follow all safety instructions to use the appliance safely.

• Read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the appliance, the power cord, or the plug in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use the appliance when the power cord or the plug is damaged after the appliance malfunctions, or when the appliance has fallen or is damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
• Protect the power cord from heat and oil.
• Do not pull on the cord to unplug it from the power socket.
• Do not place the appliance above or near hot electric range burners, inside an oven, or near other heat sources.
• Switch off the appliance immediately after use.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power socket as soon as you have finished using it and before cleaning it.
• In case of fault, repairs should only be carried out by a qualified technician.
• Never try to put out a fire or flames with water: turn off the appliance, unplug it from the socket, and smother the flames with a fire blanket or other appropriate cover.
• Do not modify the appliance.
• Keep the appliance out of children’s reach.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not use the appliance for other than the intended use.
• To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or cooking appliance beneath the appliance.
• To reduce the risk of fire, do not store anything directly above the appliance surface when the appliance is in operation.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not position the appliance over a sink.

For this appliance

• The kettle can get very hot during operation. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use the handle.
• Make sure the handle is fastened properly. Do not use the kettle if the handle is loose.
• Unplug the kettle when it is not being used, before cleaning, and if you notice any fault. Let the appliance cool down before cleaning.
• Always use the kettle with the scale filter in place.
• Do not overfill the kettle (max. 1.7 liters/7 cups), otherwise boiling water may spray out.
• Only use the kettle to boil water. Never fill the kettle with other liquids.
• Do not open the kettle’s lid while it is to avoid the risk of scalding.
• Check that the lid is correctly closed before turning on the kettle.
• Do not use the kettle on bases from other manufacturers.
• Only use original spare parts. The use of spare parts not approved by the manufacturer could lead to fires, electric shock, or personal injury.
• Place the base only on level surfaces.
• Do not use metal implements or scouring pads to clean the inside of the kettle. Only use products specifically designed for the purpose.
• Empty the kettle before you use it each time: if residual water is left inside, this could lead to scale building up.
• This appliance may not be used by people of reduced physical and mental capacity, or without sufficient experience and knowledge (including children) unless they are supervised or instructed by adults who are responsible for their safety.
• Cleaning and maintenance must never be performed by unsupervised children.
• Keep the kettle and its power cord out of the reach of children.
• Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
• This appliance is intended for domestic use Any other use is considered improper. It also can be used in:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
• by guests in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments;

Instructions

Key information for the user:

• Instructions General information in this user manual, on safety and final disposal.
• Description Appliance description.
• Use Information on using the appliance
• Cleaning and care Information for proper cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.

This user manual
This user manual is an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept in its entirety and within the user’s reach for the whole working life of the appliance.

Intended use

• Use the appliance only indoors.
• The appliance has been designed specifically for domestic use. It must only be used to heat water. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.
• The appliance is not designed to operate with external timers or with remote control systems.
• This appliance may not be used by people of reduced physical and mental capacity, or without sufficient experience and knowledge (including children) unless they are supervised or instructed by adults who are responsible for their safety.
• Children must never play with the appliance. Keep the appliance out of children’s reach.

Manufacturer liability
The manufacturer declines all liability for damage to persons or property caused by:

• Using the appliance other than as envisaged;
• Not having read the user manual;
• Tampering with any part of the appliance;
• Using non-original spare parts;
• Not following the safety instructions.

Identification plate
The identification plate bears the technical data, serial number, and brand name of the appliance. Do not remove the identification plate for any reason.

Disposal

Power voltage Danger of electrocution

• Turn off the appliance.
• Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet.
• Old appliances do not belong in household waste! To comply with current legislation, old appliances, having reached the end of their useful lives should be taken to a disposal facility where they can be sorted. In this way, any valuable material contained in the old appliances can be recycled and the environment protected. Responsible local authorities or their waste disposal operators can provide further information.

The appliance is packed in non-polluting and recyclable materials.

• Dispose of the packing materials at an appropriate disposal facility.

Plastic packaging Danger of suffocation

• Do not leave the packaging or any part of it unattended.
• Do not let children play with the plastic bags.

Description

Product Description

• Anti-drip spout
• Scale filter
• Lid with push-push opening
• Handle
• Water level indicator
• ON/OFF lever with indicator light
• Power base with 360° operation
• Cable compartment (under base)

Description of parts

• Anti-drip spout (1)The large stainless-steel spout allows water to be poured easily and without spilling.

   

• Scale filter (2)The stainless-steel filter is located behind the spout. It retains any scale present in the water.

   

• Lid with push-push opening (3)The lid has a push-button (3) which allows it to open progressively to prevent the sudden release of steam.

   

• Water level indicator (5)This indicator shows the level of water in the kettle, from the minimum fill level of 0.5 liters (2 cups) to the maximum of 1.7 liters (7 cups), also showing the corresponding quantity in cups.

   

• ON/OFF lever with indicator light (6)The ON/OFF lever starts or stops the boiling process. When the kettle is on, the LED A turns on and becomes white.

Warning
To avoid damaging the appliance, the kettle is equipped with a safety device that turns the lever to the OFF position automatically if the kettle is accidentally switched on without water. If this occurs, let the kettle cool down before starting the boiling cycle again.

• Power base with 360° operation (7)The base’s 360° operation allows the kettle to be used in any position.

Use

Electrical Shock Hazard

• • Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
  • Do not remove the ground prong.
  • Do not use an adapter.
  • Do not use an extension cord.
  • Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock
• Volts: 120 Volts AC only.
• Hertz: 60 Hz

Note: Your kettle has a 3-prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit into an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

• Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the appliance.
• A short power supply cord (or detachable power supply cord) should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
• Longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is taken when using them.

If a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord is used:

• The marked electrical rating of the power supply cord or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The cord should be arranged so that it will not hang over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
• If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounded type 3-prong cord.

Before first use

1. Remove all stickers and labels from the kettle and clean the outside with a damp cloth.
2. Remove the scale filter behind the spout and wash it under running water.
3. Return the filter to the correct position.
4. Remove the kettle from its base, press the button to open the lid, and fill it to the maximum level.
5. Close the lid again, place the kettle down on its base, and push the ON/ OFF lever down to turn it on.
6. Wait for the water to boil, then empty the kettle, disposing of the boiling water safely. Repeat this operation at least three times.

Operation

1. If necessary, shorten the length of the power cable by winding it under the base.
2. Hold the kettle by its handle when removing it from the base.
3. Press the button (1) to open the lid.
4. Fill the kettle with the required quantity of water, referring to the marks on the level indicator (2).
5. Close the lid again and place the kettle back on its base.
6. Insert the plug into the power socket.
7. Push the lever (3) downwards to turn the kettle on. The LED (4) will turn on and become white.
8. When the water boils, the lever will automatically click into the up (OFF) position and the LED will turn off.
9. Pick up the kettle by the handle and pour the boiling water into the desired recipient (cups, teapots, etc.).

Danger of burns

• Wait a few seconds from when the kettle boils, then pour the water out slowly to prevent it from spraying or coming out too fast.
• Do not fill the kettle beyond the maximum level (1.7 liters/7 cups) to avoid the risk of burns when pouring.
• Do not tilt the hot kettle excessively – the boiling water could spray out and risk burning you.
• Keep your face a safe distance from the lid to avoid the risk of burns from escaping steam.

Warning: Any slight marks or rings inside the kettle are normal and due to functional inspections which are performed on each unit before packaging.

Cleaning and Care

Instructions

• Unplug the kettle before cleaning it.
• Let the appliance cool down before cleaning

Improper use Risk of damage to surfaces

• Do not use steam jets to clean the appliance.
• Do not use cleaning products containing chlorine, ammonia, or bleach.
• Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (e.g. powder products, stain removers, and metallic scourers).
• Do not use rough or abrasive materials or sharp metal scrapers.

Maintenance

All services should be performed by an authorized service representative.

Cleaning the filter
To keep the kettle’s outside surfaces in good condition, they should be cleaned regularly after use. Let them cool first.

Ordinary daily cleaning
Always use only products that do not contain abrasive substances or chlorine-based acids. Pour the product onto a damp cloth and wipe the surface, wipe clean thoroughly, and then dry with a soft cloth or a microfiber cloth. For cleaning the filter, see the section “4.5 Cleaning the filter

Cleaning the filter

1. Open the lid and extract the filter.
2. Wash the filter under running water with the aid of a soft brush.
3. Put the filter back in position behind the spout.

Descaling
Regularly removing any deposits of scale inside the kettle will prolong your kettle’s life, ensuring maximum performance and energy savings. The kettle can be descaled using specific descaling products.

Improper use Risk of damage to the appliance

•  Do not use descaling products for cleaning bathrooms or kitchens, or scented products.

Leave the descaling product to act, then rinse thoroughly. Then boil at least two full kettles of water, disposing of the boiling water safely, to remove any residue of the product before use. Alternatively, you can use common household vinegar. Proceed as follows:

1. Fill the kettle with water (1 liter/4 cups) and boil it.
2. Add the white vinegar (from 0.1l/0.42 cups to 0.5 l/2 cups depending on the amount of scale).
3. Leave it to act overnight.
4. Empty the kettle.
5. Fill the kettle with water and boil it. Empty the kettle, disposing of the water safely. Repeat this operation at least twice.

Tips and suggestions for the user

• Scale build-up can cause the kettle to switch off during use before the water has boiled. Boiling times could also be increased.
• If the kettle is used daily, or if it becomes more difficult to pour out the water, descale the kettle and filter more frequently.
• In some regions, the water is harder, and in these areas, it could have a cloudy appearance and leave residue on the walls of the kettle. In this case, clean the inside of the kettle more frequently or use purified/softened water.

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