Hamilton Beach 40999R Use and Care Manual - Page 4

840155610 ENv01.qxd 11/1/06 8:59 AM Page 4 Using Your Electric Kettle (cont.) Cordless Kettle • For general operation see "Using Your Electric Kettle." • After filling the kettle with water, it should be placed on the power base so that it is correctly engaged. • After use, replace the kettle on the power base. Always 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 switch off. You should: 1. Turn the kettle OFF, unplug the kettle and wait about 20 minutes for the element to cool down. 2. Refill the kettle, then use as normal and check that the kettle functions correctly. If Your Kettle Does Not Work Make these simple checks before calling the toll-free customer assistance number: • Have you switched the power switch button to ON ( l ) position? • Has the kettle been accidentally switched on without being filled with water or allowed to boil dry? Turn the kettle OFF ( O ), wait 20 minutes and try again. • Is the kettle cord firmly plugged into the outlet and the kettle firmly seated in the base? 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. See "Cleaning Your Kettle." 4