DeLonghi KBM 1511 User Manual

BEFORE USE

• Remove all packaging from the kettle and power base.

•Remove any labels from the outer stainless steel surfaces.

• Remove the filter (fig. 1) and wash with water (fig. 2). Refer to page 8. “Removing the water filter”

• Fill the kettle with water, plug power cord into outlet and turn the unit “ON” (for details see
“Switching On”).

• The boiled water should be discarded and the kettle rinsed out with cold water. This
procedure should be carried out three times, to remove any manufacturing dust, etc.

• After the kettle has been rinsed out, replace the filter (fig. 3).

IN USE
Power base with 360° access

With the specially designed power base and central connector, you
can now set the kettle on the base at any angle, from any position.

• Release cord from storage base and adjust length by winding
around the base to give the correct cord length to reach the
outlet to be used (fig. 4).

• Do not leave loose cord hanging over the edge of work surfaces.

Filling

• Remove the kettle from the base unit before filling.

• Open lid and fill kettle to desired level.
In some models, a handy external water level indicator (I)
enables you to see the quantity of water in the kettle.
Do not fill with less than 0,25 liters(10-Ounces) of water to
prevent the kettle running dry while operating; misuse of this
kind will shorten the life of the element.
Do not fill with more than 1,7 liters (58-Ounces) of water (up
to the MAX indication located inside the kettle) (fig. 5). If the

kettle is overfilled, there is a risk that boiling water may be
ejected causing burns.

A handy water level indicator enables you to see the quantity of
water in the kettle.

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Switching on

• Plug the power base into the outlet.

•Place kettle on power base.

•Press the ON/OFF switch down (fig. 6) to switch the kettle on.

• The indicator light will switch on.

• The kettle will automatically switch off once the water is boiled
(the ON/OFF switch will click upwards and the lights will go out).

•To turn the kettle off before the water boils, you may move the
ON/OFF switch up to the OFF position, or simply lift the kettle
from its base - it will switch off and the switch will return to the
OFF position automatically.

Pouring

• Remove the kettle from the power base and carefully pour out the water. Do not tilt kettle
suddenly or pour out at too sharp an angle.

• When you lift the kettle from the base, you may see moisture on the top surface of the base.
This is condensation from the steam that causes the kettle to turn off automatically after
boiling. Steam is allowed to escape via vents in the underside of the kettle. Condensation on

the base is perfectly normal, and should not be a cause for alarm.

SAFETY DEVICES

1) Automatic ON/OFF switch

Your kettle is fitted with an ON/OFF switch which automatically switches off once the water has
boiled. If the kettle has just boiled, wait a minute or so before re-boiling the kettle. Do not

attempt to hold the ON/OFF switch in the on position or adjust the switch mechanism.

2) Safety cut-off

If the kettle is switched ON with too little or no water, it is protected against damage by a safety
cut-out which will switch off the power.
If this cut-off operates, disconnect the kettle from the outlet and leave to cool down before
refilling with cold water (otherwise the element could be damaged).

3) If kettle is lifted from base while operating (ON), it will automatically switch off.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the kettle

• Allow the kettle to cool down fully and disconnect the appliance from the outlet before
cleaning.

• Do not immerse the kettle or base in water.

• Use a soft dampened cloth to wipe the outside of the kettle and dry with a soft, dry cloth.

•DO NOT use metal polish or harsh scouring agents.

• Ensure that all connectors and sockets are kept dry.

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