KitchenAid KEK1222BM, KEK1222ER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND OPERATION MANUAL
KEK1222
INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRIC KETTLE INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY
Important safeguards .......................................................................................... 4
Electrical requirements ...................................................................................... 5
PARTS AND FEATURES
Parts .................................................................................................................... 6
OPERATING THE ELECTRIC KETTLE
Before rst use ................................................................................................... 7
Heating water ..................................................................................................... 7
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the exterior .......................................................................................... 8
Cleaning the lter ............................................................................................... 9
Removing mineral deposits from the interior ..................................................... 9
WARRANTY AND SERVICE ............................................................................... 10
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PROOF OF PURCHASE & PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Always keep a copy of the itemized sales receipt showing the date of purchase of your
Electric Kettle. Proof of purchase will assure you of in-warranty service. Before you use your
Electric Kettle, please ll out and mail your product registration card packed with the unit,
or register online at www.kitchenaid.com. This card will enable us to contact you in the
unlikely event of a product safety notication and assist us in complying with the provisions
of the Consumer Product Safety Act. This card does not verify your warranty. Please
complete the following for your personal records:
Model Number _______________________________________________________________________
Serial Number _______________________________________________________________________
Date Purchased ______________________________________________________________________
Store Name _________________________________________________________________________
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.
3. To protect against fire, electrical shock and injury to persons do not immerse
base, cord, plug, or Electric Kettle in water or other liquids.
4. Use close supervision when using Electric Kettle near or by children.
5. Unplug Electric Kettle from outlet and allow to cool before cleaning or
removing parts.
6. Do not operate Electric Kettle with a damaged cord, plug, or other malfunction.
See “Warranty and Service Information.”
7. Use of replacement parts not recommended by manufacturer may result in re,
shock, or injury to persons.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not let cord hang over counter or table edges, or allow to come into contact
with heated surfaces.
10. Do not use near or on a hot gas or electric burner stove.
11. The Electric Kettle should only be used to heat water.
12. Do not use the Electric Kettle without lid properly closed.
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ELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETYELECTRIC KETTLE SAFETY
13. Do not use the Electric Kettle with a loose or weakened handle.
14. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
15. Do not clean Electric Kettle with abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or other
abrasive materials.
16. This product is designed for indoor household use only. Not designed for
commercial use.
17. Do not overll Electric Kettle.
18. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical requirements
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supply cord is too short, have a qualied
electrician or serviceman install an outlet
near the appliance.
A short power supply cord (or detachable
power supply cord) should be used to
reduce the risk resulting from becoming
entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power supply cords
or extension cords are available and may
be used.
If a longer detachable power supply cord
or extension cord is used:
- The marked electrical rating of the cord
set or extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance.
- If the appliance is of the grounded type,
the extension cord should be a groundingtype 3-wire cord.
- The cord should be arranged so that it
Volts: 120 V.A.C.
Hertz: 60 Hz
NOTE: The Water Kettle has a 3 prong
grounded plug. To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, this plug will t in an outlet
only one way. If the plug does not t in the
outlet, contact a qualied electrician. Do not
modify the plug in any way.
will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
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Parts
Lid
Water ll
location
Filter
Base with power cord
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ON/OFF
switch with
LED indicator
OPERATING THE ELECTRIC KETTLEPARTS AND FEATURES
Before rst use
Before first use, fill the Electric Kettle to the maximum level, then boil and discard the water.
NOTE: The Electric Kettle is designed for water only. Do not put any other liquids
or substances in the Electric Kettle.
Heating water
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Remove the lid from the kettle. Fill the
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electric kettle with water.
Place the electric kettle on the base.
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Replace the lid.
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Turn the electric kettle ON by pressing
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the ON/OFF switch down. The
LED indicator will light. Kettle will
automatically turn OFF when water has
finished boiling.
You may also turn it off by raising the
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switch to the OFF position.
Unplug cord when Electric Kettle is
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not in use.
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CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the exterior
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning always
disconnect the Electric Kettle from
electrical outlet. Make sure the Electric
Kettle has cooled completely.
The exterior of the Electric Kettle may
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be cleaned with a damp cloth. Dry and
polish the Electric Kettle with a soft
cloth. Abrasives and scouring agents
of any kind are not recommended.
Cleaning the lter
The Electric Kettle features a removable mesh lter that traps scale deposits for cleaner
water. The lter will need to be cleaned periodically—more often if you have hard water.
To access filter: Open the lid; the
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filter is located behind spout inside
Electric Kettle. Grasp the top of
the filter to remove.
NOTE: If calcium deposits remain on the filter, let it stand overnight in a solution of water
and white vinegar. Rinse the filter thoroughly and replace in the Electric Kettle.
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Clean under hot water with a soft
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brush or cloth to remove deposits,
and replace filter by sliding the filter
into the slot behind the spout.
Removing mineral deposits from the interior
To get the best performance from your Electric Kettle, decalcication will be necessary.
Calcium deposits may form on the interior metal parts of the Electric Kettle. The cleaning
interval will depend on the hardness of the water you put in the Electric Kettle.
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Fill the Electric Kettle with 1 cup (.25 L)
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white vinegar. Add 3 cups (.75 L) water.
Turn kettle ON.
Empty solution from Electric Kettle and
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repeat process twice. Electric Kettle is
now ready for use.
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE
KitchenAid® Electric Kettle Warranty for the 50 United States,
the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada
This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for Electric Kettle
operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Length of Warranty: One Year Full Warranty from date of purchase.
KitchenAid Will Pay
for Your Choice of:
Hassle-Free Replacement of your Electric Kettle. See the
next page for details on how to arrange for service,
or call the Customer eXperience Center toll-free at
1-800-541-6390.
OR
The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct
defects in materials and workmanship. Service must be
provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center.
KitchenAid Will
Not Pay for:
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXCLUDED
TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY
BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR, OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD
ALLOWED BY LAW. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS
OR EXCLUSIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
IF THIS PRODUCT FAILS TO WORK AS WARRANTED, CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE
TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA
DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state or province to province.
A. Repairs when Electric Kettle is used in other than
normal single family home use.
B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse
or abuse.
C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your
Electric Kettle to an Authorized Service Center.
D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for Electric
Kettle operated outside the 50 United States, District
of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
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