Electric Water Kettle
Instruction Manual
Model: AWK-101
Congratulations!
Your
most versatile and practical appliances in your home and
office.
Please read the following instructions carefully before your
first use.
Published By:
Aroma Housewares Co.
6469 Flanders Drive
San Diego, CA 92121
U.S.A.
www.aromaco.com
© 2003 Aroma Housewares Company
Water Kettle will surely become one of the
Basic safety precautions should always be taken when using electrical
appliances, including the following:
1. Read all
2. Do not touch hot surfaces including the heating element of kettle.
3. Do not open the lid when the water kettle is turned on, or the boiling water may
4. Never turn on the water kettle when it contains no water or it may burn the
5. Never fill water to exceed the MAX WATER MARK of the water kettle. If it is
6. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug and the product in
7. Close supervision is necessary when the water kettle or any appliance is in use
8. Unplug the water kettle base from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
9. Do not operate this appliance when the power cord or the plug is damaged, or if
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord touch hot surfaces or hang over edge of table and counter.
12. Do not place water kettle on or near a gas or electrical burner, or heated oven.
13. Do not use the kettle other than for heating water.
14. Never hold or fix the ON/OFF switch in the “ON” position permanently or for any
15. Water will remain hot for some time after boiling and present a scalding hazard.
16. Ensure that the kettle is properly secured on the base before switching it on.
17. Use the kettle only with the base supplied.
18. Remove the kettle from the base before filling or pouring.
19. Do not attempt to remove the kettle from the base until it is switched off, either
20. Make sure the kettle is always used on a flat surface.
HIGH ALTITUDE CAUTION (5,000 ft and higher):
This appliance may not shut-off properly when used at high altitudes. Use
EXTREME caution! If unit does not shut off after 10 seconds of boiling, manually
turn it off. NEVER LEAVE KETTLE UNATTENDED.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
instructions before use.
splash and cause serious burns.
product and cause permanent damage. Make sure water meets or exceeds the
MIN WATER MARK.
overfilled it can eject boiling water.
water or any liquid. Make sure all electrical connections are kept clean and dry.
by or near children.
it malfunctions, is dropped or has been damaged in any manner. Return the
appliance to an authorized service station for examination, repair, or electrical/
mechanical adjustment.
length of time. This can damage the kettle or result in serious injury.
manually or automatically.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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1. A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risk resulting from
2. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
3. If a longer extension cord is used:
SHORT CORD INSTRUCTIONS
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
their use.
a. The marked electrical rating of the extensio n cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
b. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the
counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other); follow
the instructions below:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is int ended to fit into a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outl et, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the
plug in any way.
This appliance is intended for Household Use Only.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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1. Locking Lid
2. Snap-in Filter
3. Power Indicator
4. Handle
5. Water Level Indicator
6. On/Off Switch
7. Power Cord & Plug
8. Detachable Base
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Before First Use:
1. Read all instructions and important safeguards.
2. Remove all packaging materials; m ake sure all items are received in good
condition. Tear up all plastic bags as they can pose a risk to children.
3. Fill kettle up to the MAX WATER MARK and bring to a boil. It is
recommended that you fill, boil, and em pty th e kettle at least 4 times to clea r
the kettle of any tiny particles and to give the rubber seals a chance to settle.
4. Wipe body clean with a damp cloth.
To Operate Water Kettle:
1. Place the water kettle upright on a dry, sturdy and flat s urface.
2. Open the lid and snap filter into place between the two grooves near the
spout at the front of the kettle. Fill the kettle with the d esired level of water,
making sure that the water level meets the minimum and does not exceed
the maximum level in kettle. The kettle can be f illed either by opening the lid
and or by filling through the spout. Please see fi gure 1.1 on page five.. If
you live in an area with hard water, it is recomm ended that you use purifi ed
water to reduce the amount of scale build-up in the kettle.
3. Close the lid and place kettle securely onto the base. Plug into electrical
outlet and switch the kettle to the “On” position. The p ower indicator light
will illuminate, showing that the kettle is h eating up. When the water has
boiled, the kettle will shut off automatically. You may also shut t he kettle off
at any time by moving the “on/off” switch t o the off position. After t he kettle
has finished boiling, wait a few minutes for the kettle to cool before boili ng
again.
CAUTION:
• Do not plug in and turn on product when it do es NOT contain water.
• Never open the lid of kettle while it is in use.
• Always turn off the kettle and unplug it from the electrical outlet
when not in use.
Do NOT leave an operating applia nce unattended for long periods
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of time.
HOW TO USE
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Figure 1.1
To fill kettle, either open lid or fill through spout:
CAUTION:
• Always remove kettle from base before filling.
• Do NOT fill kettle above the maximum water mar k, 1.8 quarts, but
always make sure water is above the minimum water mark, 0.5
quarts.
HOW TO USE
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Follow the instructions below for cleaning:
1. Unplug unit from the electrical outlet.
2. Allow the kettle and base to cool completely before cleaning.
3. Clean the inside of the kettle with a soft, non-abrasive sponge or brush. Use
a damp cloth to clean the outside of the unit.
4. Wipe body dry with a soft dishcloth.
¾ Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
¾ Do not immerse the kettle, base, cord or plug in water at any time.
Follow the Instructions below for descaling:
Lime scale build-up is a common problem, particularly in areas of hard water. In
order to extend the life and maintain maximum performance of the kettle, it is
important to descale it regularly.
1. Fill the kettle half way with water and boil.
2. After boiling, add about one cup of white vineg ar to the boiled water. Let the
mixture soak in the kettle overnight or for at least six hours. You do NOT
need to boil the solution. Soaking should be sufficient.
3. Empty the kettle and rinse the inside thoroughly with cle an water.
4. After rinsing, fill the kettle with clean water and brin g to a boil.
5. Empty water and rinse with clean water.
6. If scale is still present in kettle, repeat this process.
7. To descale the filter, remove it from kettle and soak it in diluted vinegar for a
few hours. Then rinse thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if necessary.
Note:
Please follow all instructions on descaling products carefully.
HOW TO CLEAN & DESCALE
• You can also descale the kettle with a propriety descaling fluid.
CAUTION:
• NEVER immerse the kettle or base in water or any liquid.
• Kettle, filter, and base are NOT dishwasher-safe.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
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Aroma Housewares Company warrants this product free from defects in
material and workmanship for one year from provable date of purchase in
continental United States.
Within this warranty period, Aroma Housewares Company will repair or
replace, at its option, defective parts at no charge, provided the product is
returned, freight prepaid with proof of purchase and U.S. $6.00 for
shipping and handling charges payable to Aroma Housewares Company.
Before returning an item, please call the toll free number below for
return authorization number. Allow 2-4 weeks for return shipping.
This warranty does not cover improper installation, misuse, abuse or
neglect on the part of the owner. Warranty is also invalid in any case that
the product is taken apart or serviced by an unauthorized service station.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and which may vary from
state to state and does not cover areas outside the United States.
LIMITED WARRANTY
AROMA HOUSEWARES COMPANY
6469 Flanders Drive
San Diego, California 92121
1-800-276-6286
M-F, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Pacific Time
Website: www.aromaco.com
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