Hamilton Beach 40886 User Manual
840109000
Electric Kettle
Bouilloire électrique
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USA: 1-800-851-8900
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This appliance is intended for household use only.
To avoid an electrical circuit overload, do not operate another high
wattage appliance on the same circuit with the kettle.
This appliance is equipped with a grounded-type 3-wire cord (3-prong
plug). This type of plug will only fit into an electrical outlet made for a
3-prong plug. This is a safety feature intended to help reduce the risk
of electrical shock. If the plug should fail to fit contact a qualified
electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding pin by modifying the plug in any
way.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to
reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer
cord. If a longer cord is necessary an approved extension cord may
be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal
to or greater than the rating of the kettle. Care must be taken to
arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally
tripped over.
WARNING: To avoid burns and reduce risk of personal injury, use
extreme caution when carrying kettle containing hot water. Do not
pour in the direction of people or over people.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions thoroughly before using the appliance.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces or hot water. Use handles or knobs.
Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts
or from spilled hot liquid.
3. To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury do not
immerse cord, plugs or electric kettle in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
5. Electric kettle must be operated on a flat surface away from the
edge of counter to prevent accidental tipping.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or
after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. Call our toll-free customer service number for
information on examination, electrical repair, mechanical repair,
or adjustment.
7. Do not use for other than heating water. Other liquids or food
will contaminate the interior and void warranty.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
10. To protect against electric shock, unplug from outlet when filling,
when not in use, and before cleaning.
11. To prevent burns, allow to cool before cleaning.
12. Do not allow kettle to boil dry.
13. To avoid possible steam damage, turn spout away from walls or
cabinets during use; use protective pad under kettle to prevent
damage to wood finishes.
14. To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another high wattage
appliance on the same circuit.
15. Do not place electric kettle on or near a hot gas or electric
burner or in a heated oven.
16. To disconnect electric kettle, remove plug from wall outlet. Never
pull on cord as this may damage the cord and eventually cause
electric shock.
17. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
remove the bottom cover. No user serviceable parts are inside.
Repair should be done by authorized service personnel only.
18. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
19. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by
Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex may result in fire, electrical shock
or personal injury.
20. Be sure the lid is securely snapped in place before turning kettle
on and during use. Allow to cool before removing lid. To remove
lid lift straight up.
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Using Your Electric Kettle
BEFORE FIRST USE: Remove plastic bag from outside
kettle and any packaging that may be inside the kettle. Fill
the kettle to the MAX indicator on water level window and
bring to a boil until kettle shuts off automatically. Discard
water and repeat the process. Rinse out the kettle 2 or 3
times. The kettle is now ready for use.
1. Remove from power base before filling.
2. Fill the kettle with the required amount of water. Ensure that
the water level is between MIN and MAX on the water level
indicator. If using the mesh filter, it must be in place.
WARNING: If the kettle is overfilled there is a risk that
boiling water may spit out of the spout.
3. Make sure that the lid is in place and the kettle or power
base (cordless models only) is standing on a level surface.
If lid is not in place, auto shut-off will not operate.
4. Plug into the outlet and turn on ( l).
5. The kettle will switch off (O) automatically when the water
has boiled. (Remember, the surface of the kettle gets hot;
take care–only grip the kettle by the handle).
6. After use, unplug the kettle and empty.
NOTE: Use water only. If used for foods other than water, the
warranty will be voided.
Parts and Features
1. Lid
2. Anti-Scale Mesh Filter
(inside spout)
3. Power Base
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4. Power Switch
5. Water Window
6. Cord Wrap (can exit to left
or right of handle)
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. To clean the filter, rinse it
under running water and brush with a soft brush. An old,
clean toothbrush works well.
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