Cuisinart GK-1 User Manual - Page 7

SLEEP MODE If the unit is not in use for 5 minutes, it will revert to sleep mode. The heater and all lights will be off except ON /OFF--POWER stays lit.. To turn the kettle back on, press and hold ON/OFF button again. BOIL-DRY PROTECTION Your kettle is equipped with boil-dry protection. If it starts heating without enough water in the unit, the heater will automatically shut off to avoid damaging the heating element. The lights will flash and the unit will beep to alert you. Once the kettle has cooled down, lift it off the base, then replace it to reset and restart the heating cycle. The quickest way to cool down the heater is to fill the kettle with cold water; however, you can also wait for it to cool down by itself. vinegar to a boil. Repeat this with cooled vinegar until all deposits are removed. When the descaling process is complete, empty the kettle and rinse out several times with clean water. MAINTENANCE Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. CLEANING AND CARE Unplug your kettle and allow it to cool before cleaning. Wipe the kettle and base of unit with a soft, damp cloth. Be sure that the electric kettle socket is kept dry. Dry all parts after every use. Never immerse kettle or power base in water. DECALCIFICATION Decalcification refers to removing mineral deposits, which may form in the interior of the kettle and may result in discoloration. To get the best performance from your Cuisinart® Digital Gooseneck Kettle, decalcify your unit from time to time. Frequency will depend on the hardness of your tap water and how often you use your kettle. We suggest using a commercial kettle descaler in order to dissolve these deposits or scale. Follow the directions on the descaler package. If a commercial descaler is not available, fill the kettle with enough white vinegar to cover the bottom by about ½ inch. Heat the 7