Read the instructions and keep them safe. If you pass the appliance on, pass on the instructions
too. Remove all packaging, but keep it till you know the appliance works.
important safeguards
Follow basic safety precautions, including:
1 This appliance must only be used by or under the supervision of a responsible adult. Use and
store the appliance out of reach of children.
2 Don't put the kettle, stand, cable, or plug in any liquid; don't use the kettle in a
bathroom, near water, or outdoors.
3 The scald hazard lasts long after boiling. Keep the kettle, stand, and cable away
from the edges of worktops and out of reach of children.
4 Don't touch hot surfaces. Use the handle and lid release button.
5 Don't open the lid while the water is heating.
6 Take care when pouring – pour slowly, and don't over-tilt the kettle.
7 Don't switch on unless the kettle contains at least 2 cups of water.
8 Don't fill past max, or it may spit boiling water.
9 Remove the kettle from its stand before filling or pouring.
10 Route the cable so it doesn't overhang, and can't be tripped over or caught.
11 Wind excess cable beneath the stand.
12 Unplug the stand when not in use, before moving and before cleaning. Let the kettle cool
down before cleaning and storing away.
13 Check the lid is fully closed before switching the kettle on, otherwise it may not switch off.
14 Check the kettle is properly located on the stand before switching on.
15 Keep the kettle, stand, cable, and plug away from sources of heat.
16 Don't use the kettle for any purpose other than heating water.
17 This appliance must not be operated by an external timer or remote control system.
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