Cuisinart RK-17C User Manual

INSTRUCTION

BOOKLET

Traditional Cordless Electric Kettle

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

RK-17C

IMPORTANT

FOR HOUSEHOLD

SAFEGUARDS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be taken, including the
following:

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles
and knobs.

3. To protect against fi re, electric shock and
injury to persons DO NOT IMMERSE CORD,

PLUG OR BASE UNIT in water or other liquids.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or
taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.

6. Do not operate any appliance with a

damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the nearest

Cuisinart
examination, repair or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not

recommended by Cuisinart may result in fi re,

electric shock or injury to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let power cord hang over edge of table
or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

10. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric
burner, or in a heated oven.

11. Always attach the plug to the appliance fi rst,
then plug cord into wall outlet. To disconnect,
push switch to “OFF”, then remove plug from
wall outlet.

12. Do not use appliance for other than

intended use.

13. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed

during the heating cycle.

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Authorized Service Facility for

USE ONLY
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS

A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce
the risks of becoming entangled in or tripping over
a longer cord.

Longer extension cords are available and may be
used if care is exercised.

If a long extension cord is used, the marked
electrical rating of the extension cord should be
at least as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance. The longer cord should be arranged so
that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or tripped
over. This appliance is of the grounded type: the
extension cord should be a grounded type 3-wire
cord.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Place your Cuisinart® Traditional Cordless Electric
Kettle in its gift box on top of a sturdy surface.
Open the gift box and remove the unit and the
detachable power base. Remove each from its
plastic bag. Discard the strip of paper listing
features and picturing the kettle which is wrapped
around the bottom of the kettle. Check that all
printed materials are removed from the gift box.
Save the packing materials for future shipment.

Keep all plastic bags away from children.

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CONTENTS

Important Safeguards 2
Unpacking Instructions
Introduction
Features and Benefi ts
Operating Instructions
Helpful Hints
Cleaning and Maintenance
Warranty

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INTRODUCTION

Your new Cuisinart® Traditional Cordless Electric
Kettle combines all of the comforts of the kettle on
the stove with the convenience of today’s newest
technology. The elegant polished stainless steel
fi nish makes it a lovely addition to any table.

The kettle is remarkably simple to operate and
maintain because it has been manufactured
according to the strictest design and quality
specifi cations. We would, however, suggest that
you read the instructional material provided with
this product to completely familiarize yourself with
its use and care.

ULTIMATE CONVENIENCE

Your Cuisinart® Traditional Cordless Electric Kettle
may quickly become one of the most useful and
utilized appliances in your kitchen. The kettle
makes the simple and common kitchen task of
boiling water easier, faster and more energy
effi cient. Water heats instantly and comes to a boil
very quickly — often faster than on the stovetop
Once it reaches a boil, it shuts itself off.

Making Tea with your Traditional Cordless
Electric Kettle

The most traditional use for a kettle is making
tea. Your Cuisinart
convenient way to make your cup of tea.

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kettle will be a fast, easy and

Whether using tea bags or loose tea, buy the best
you can. The fl avour will be only as good as the
quality of the tea. Tea tastes best when made in a
ceramic pot or cup.

For best results, use your Traditional Cordless
Electric Kettle following the operating instructions
on page 5, as well as the following tips:

1. Fill kettle with fresh, cold water.

2. Place an infuser with loose tea or tea bag(s) in
your ceramic pot or cup.

3. Wait for kettle to click off, and immediately
pour the boiling water onto the tea.

4. The tea should be allowed to steep for 3 to
5 minutes. The longer it steeps, the stronger
it is. For iced tea, brew tea double-strength
(steep twice as long) and pour over ice.

5. Stir and serve as desired.

Uses for your Traditional Cordless Electric Kettle

With the Cordless Electric Kettle, you can make all

your favourite hot beverages ... and much more!

Tea
Instant coffee
Hot chocolate
Flavoured coffee drinks
Hot cereal and oatmeal
Instant soups
Instant noodles
Instant rice
Instant pasta

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS

1. 18/10 Polished Stainless Steel Construction
with 13/4 Quart (1.7L) Capacity

2. Maximum Fill Mark

“MAX” located inside the kettle body indicates
the maximum amount of cold water to be added.

3. Dripless Pour Spout
With splash guard.

4. Stay-Cool Adjustable Handle
Ergonomically shaped for comfort. Locks into
a centre upright position for pouring, and folds
down to either side to make removing the lid
easy.

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5. Easy Grip Lid

For quick and easy fi lling.

6. Power “On” Switch with Indicator Light

Simply depress switch (gently push down until
a click is heard) to begin the boiling process.
Indicator light illuminates when kettle is on.
Kettle shuts off automatically once water has
boiled, or when kettle is lifted from power base.

7. Power Base

Supplies power to kettle.

8. Cord Wrap (under base)

Unwind only as much as you need.
Provides convenient storage.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING FOR THE

FIRST TIME

Before using your Cuisinart® Traditional Cordless
Electric Kettle for the fi rst time, you should operate
the kettle 2 or 3 times following the instructions
below. This will remove any dust or residue
remaining from the manufacturing process.

BOILING WATER

1. Remove the Lid.

Place the kettle with the spout facing away from
you. Gently lift off the lid.

2. Fill the Kettle.

Fill the kettle with as much fresh, cold water as
you will need. The maximum amount of water
to be used is indicated by the MAX fi ll level in
fi gure 1 below.

3. Close the Lid.

Position kettle with spout facing away from you.
Replace lid on kettle.

4. Place Kettle on Power Base

Place the kettle on the power base so the
element on the bottom of the kettle sits securely
on the power base.

5. Power “ON”

Depress the power ON switch by gently pushing
down (see Fig. 2) until a click is heard. Switch
will light up red. When the water has boiled, the
kettle will automatically switch off.

NOTE: The kettle can be switched off at any time
before the water boils, simply by lifting the kettle
off the base.

6. Pour and Serve.

Pour water out slowly. Return kettle to base
after pouring. If you wish to reboil the water, you
must depress the power “ON” button again.

HELPFUL HINTS

Always use fresh, cold water for each boiling.

If the kettle is accidentally switched on without a
suffi cient water level, a boil-dry mechanism will
automatically switch the kettle off.

Empty kettle after each use. Do not leave water
standing in the kettle.

NOTE: For your safety, it is recommended that the
lid be placed securely on the kettle whenever kettle
is in use.

Figure 1 Figure 2

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FILTER

This kettle has a removable screen inside to
prevent particles of mineral build up from entering
your cup. The screen slides out for easy rinsing in
the sink.

CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Always disconnect the kettle from

electrical outlet before cleaning.

Before cleaning, be sure the kettle is cold.

Clean the exterior surface of the kettle with a clean,
damp cloth to preserve its original highly polished
fi nish. Dry and polish with a soft cloth.

Do not use abrasive cleansers or scouring agents
of any kind on the interior or exterior of the kettle.

Do not immerse the kettle or power base in water
or other liquid, and be sure that the electric
kettle socket is kept dry.

DECALCIFICATION

Decalcifi cation refers to removing the calcium
deposits which may form in the interior metal
parts of the kettle.

To get the best performance from your Cuisinart
kettle, decalcify your unit from time to time.
Frequency depends on the hardness of your tap
water and how often you use the kettle.

We suggest use of a kettle descaler in order to
dissolve these chalky deposits or scale. Follow
the directions on the descaler package. If a com­mercial descaler is not available, fi ll the kettle with
enough white vinegar to cover the bottom by about
1/2” (1.25 cm). Bring the vinegar to a boil. You
may need to repeat this several times with cooled
vinegar to remove the calcium buildup completely.
When the descaling process is complete, empty the
kettle and rinse out several times with clean water.

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WARRANTY
LIMITED THREE-YEAR
WARRANTY

This warranty supersedes all previous
warranties on this Cuisinart
warranty is available to consumers only. You are a
consumer if you own a Cuisinart
purchased at retail for personal, family or house­hold use. This warranty is not available to retailers
or other commercial purchasers or owners.

We warrant that this Cuisinart
free of defects in material or workmanship under
normal home use for three years from the date of
original purchase.

For warranty purposes, we would like to suggest
that you register your product on-line at
www.cuisinart.ca to facilitate verifi cation of the date
of original purchase. However, should you not wish
to register on-line we recommend the consumer
to maintain original receipt indicating proof of
purchase. In the event that you do not have proof
of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of
this warranty will be the date of manufacture.

When calling our Authorized Service Centre for in
warranty service please make reference to your
model number and the manufacturing date code.
This information can be found in the rating area on
the body or underneath the base of your unit. The
model number will follow the word Model: RK-17C.
The manufacturing date code is a 4 or 5 digit
number. Example, 60630 would designate year,
month & day (2006, June 30th).

If your Cuisinart
defective within the warranty period, we will repair
it or, if we think it necessary, replace it. To obtain
warranty service, please call our Consumer Service
Centre toll-free at 1-800-472-7606 or write to:

Cuisinart Canada
156 Parkshore Drive
Brampton, Ont. L6T 5M1

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