Morphy Richards IBMISCKETT User Manual

TTrraaddiittiioonnaall aanndd JJuugg kkeettttlleess

This guarantee is valid in the UK and Ireland

only. It is in your interest to retain the retailers receipt as

proof of purchase. Please quote the following information
if the product develops a fault. These numbers can be
found on the base of the product.

Model No. Serial No.

All Morphy Richards Products are individually tested
before leaving the factory. In the unlikely event of any
appliance proving to be faulty within 28 days of purchase it
should be returned to the place of purchase for it to be
replaced.

If the fault develops after 28 days and within 24
months of original purchase, you should contact the
helpline number quoting Model number and Serial number
on the product, or write to the address below. You will
be asked to return the product (in secure, adequate
packaging) to the address below along with a copy of proof
of purchase. Subject to the exclusions set out below (see
‘Exclusions’) the faulty appliance will then be repaired or
replaced and dispatched usually within 7 working days of
receipt.

If for any reason this item is replaced during the 2 year
guarantee period, the guarantee on the new item will be
calculated from original purchase date. Therefore it is vital
to retain your original till receipt or invoice to indicate the
date of initial purchase.

To qualify for the 2 year guarantee the appliance must
have been used according to the manufacturers
instructions. For example kettles should have been
regularly descaled or an iron cord should have been
stored as recommended by the instructions.

EXCLUSIONS

Morphy Richards shall not be liable to replace or
repair the goods under the terms of the Guarantee where:
1The fault has been caused or is attributable to

accidental use, mis-use, negligent use or used contrary

to the manufacturers recommendations or where the

fault has been caused by power surges or damage

caused in transit.
2 The appliance has been used on a voltage supply other

than that stamped on the products.
3 Repairs have been attempted by persons other than

our service staff (or authorised dealer).
4 Where the appliance has been used for hire purposes

or non-domestic use.
5 Morphy Richards are not liable to carry out any type of

servicing work, under the guarantee.
6 Plastic filters for all Morphy Richards kettles and coffee

makers are not covered by the guarantee.

This guarantee does not confer any rights other than
those expressly set out above and does not cover any
claims for consequential loss or damage. This guarantee is
offered as an additional benefit and does not affect your
statutory rights as a consumer.

The After Sales Division, Morphy Richards Ltd, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours): UK (local rate) 08450 777700, Republic of Ireland 1800 409119

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IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT
SSAAFFEEGGUUAARRDDSS

Read all instructions

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use
handles or knobs.

• To protect against fire, electric shock and
personal injury do not immerse cord, plugs
or kettle in water or other liquid.

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

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

• Do not operate any appliance with a
damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any
manner. Ring the helpline number for advice
on examination and repair.
NOTE: IF THE MAINS LEAD IS DAMAGED
ON CORDLESS MODELS, ONLY THE
BASE SHOULD BE RETURNED TO THE
MANUFACTURER FOR REPAIR.

• The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may result in fire, electric
shock or personal injury.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table
counter or touch hot surfaces.

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

• Disconnect the kettle from the mains supply
when filling or pouring.

• Boil only as much water as you need as this
saves electricity.

• Always close the lid securely before
switching on - otherwise the kettle will not
switch off automatically and it may spit out
boiling water. For kettles with locking lids
ensure lid is locked correctly

• WARNING: ON METAL KETTLES
ENSURE THE LID KNOB IS
LOCATED AT THE SIDE OF THE
KETTLE, NOT THE FRONT OR
REAR, SO THAT STEAM IS DIRECTED
AWAY FROM THE HANDLE.

• WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE
LID WHILE THE WATER IS
BOILING.

• Always take care to pour boiling water
slowly and carefully without tipping the
kettle too fast.

• Always put in enough water to cover the
element; on models with a water level
gauge, this is indicated by the MIN mark.

• Ensure that the kettle is used on a firm, flat
surface.

• Avoid contact with steam from the spout
when the water is boiling or just after it has
switched off. Take care if opening the lid for
re-filling when the kettle is hot.

• Do not fill above the MAX mark on the
water level gauge or inside of the kettle body.

WARNING: DO NOT IMMERSE THE
KETTLE OR BASE UNIT IN WATER.
WARNING: IF THIS KETTLE IS
OVERFILLED BOILING WATER
MAY BE EJECTED.
WARNING: DO NOT TIP KETTLE
BACKWARDS AS BOILING WATER
MAY BE EJECTED.

• Do not hold the switch in the ON position
or tamper with the switch to fix it in the
ON position as this may cause steam to be
ejected from around the lid and could
damage the automatic switch-off
mechanism.

• Do not attempt to connect any other
appliance to the cordless base unit, or
tamper with the connector in any way
(special interlocked shutters are designed to
prevent access to the live pins until the
kettle is attached to the base unit).

• Do not use abrasive cleaners on the outside
of the kettle - these may scratch the surface.

• Do not use the kettle for any use other
than to boil water.

• Extreme caution must be used when moving
an appliance containing hot water.

• Always attach plug to appliance first, then
plug into the wall outlet. To disconnect,
turn any control to off, then remove plug
from wall socket.

Warning: Do not place the base unit
onto a metal tray or metal surface
whilst in use.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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EElleeccttrriiccaall rreeqquuiirreemmeennttss

Check that the voltage on the rating plate of
your appliance corresponds with your house
electricity supply which must be A.C. (Alternating
Current).

If the socket outlets in your home are not
suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance,
the plug should be removed and the appropriate
one fitted.

Note: The plug removed from the mains lead, if
severed, must be destroyed as a plug with bared
flexible cord is hazardous if engaged into a live
socket outlet.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST
BE EARTHED.

Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug require
replacement, a BS1362 13 amp fuse must be fitted.

AAddvviiccee oonn ssccaallee

If you live in a hard water area, scale will form on
the inside of your kettle during boiling. This can pour
into your drink spoiling its appearance and taste. If
your kettle is fitted with a limescale filter, it will
retain unsightly pieces of scale within the kettle and
prevent them getting into your drink.

A limescale filter will not, however, prevent scale
from forming inside the kettle. Therefore, it is
important that the filter and inside of the kettle be
cleaned regularly, especially if you live in a hard water
area. Failure to do so will reduce the kettle’s filling
and pouring capability and will invalidate the
guarantee. See sections on Cleaning and Descaling.

IN HARD WATER AREAS ALWAYS FILL THE
KETTLE THROUGH THE SPOUT AS THIS HELPS
TO FREE THE FILTER FROM LIMESCALE BUILD-UP.

IF FILLING AND POURING THROUGH THE
SPOUT BECOMES SLOW, THIS IS AN
INDICATION THAT THE FILTER IS READY FOR
CLEANING OR DESCALING.

NOTE: Scale is a natural substance formed during
the boiling of water in hard water areas and is not
harmful to health. SHOULD YOU REQUIRE
SERVICE, ADVICE OR REPAIRS TO YOUR
APPLIANCE, PLEASE USE THE HELPLINE
TELEPHONE NUMBERS ON THE FRONT OF
THIS LEAFLET.

IInnssttrruuccttiioonn ffoorr uussee

CCoorrddeedd mmooddeellss

FIll the kettle with at least enough water to reach the

MIN mark. Don’t overfill it - see Important Safeguards.

Push the mains lead connector FIRMLY into the

kettle, plug in and switch on at the wall socket.

Switch the kettle on. The red neon will light up to
indicate the water is starting to boil (certain models
only).

When the water boils, the kettle will switch off
automatically. As it does so, a drop of water may
emerge from the vent in the bottom of the kettle
handle. This is normal and not a fault.

If you are using the kettle for the first time, pour
away the boiled water and refill.

To re-boil, switch to ON again. If the kettle has
just switched off, wait a minute or so before
switching it back on again.

If you do not put in enough water, or switch on
the kettle when it is empty, the safety cut-out will
switch off the power automatically. If this happens,
wait a few minutes for the element to cool, then refill
and use as normal.

CCoorrddlleessss mmooddeellss

See previous section on corded model for
general instructions. The following instructions
refer to models with a cordless base.

After filling with water, take the kettle to the
base unit, hold the kettle level, then gently, but
firmly, push the rear of the kettle to engage the
base unit connector. Plug in and switch on at the
wall socket.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the kettle has
switched off automatically, or is switched off
manually, before removing it from the base unit.

To remove the kettle from the base unit,
switch off at the wall socket, grasp the handle and
hold the kettle level while lifting it clear of the
base unit. Take extra care if the kettle is filled to
MAX.

If you are using the kettle for the first time,
pour away the boiled water and refill.

WARNING: THE KETTLE MUST
ONLY BE USED WITH THE BASE UNIT
PROVIDED AND SHOULD NOT BE ON
THE BASE UNIT WHEN BEING FILLED
WITH WATER.

WARNING: THE JUG KETTLE
CORDLESS BASE UNIT IS A SEALED
UNIT: IF THE MAINS LEAD OR OTHER
PART BECOME DAMAGED, THE
CORDLESS BASE SHOULD BE
DISCARDED AND REPLACED.

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MMiinnii jjuugg mmooddeellss

The mini jug can be used on voltages between
110V and 240V AC only. Ensure the correct plug
adaptor is used when operating in a country not
using the UK 13 amp socket system. If in doubt
consult a competent electrician.

Note: If using the jug on a 110 volt supply,
the water will take considerably longer to boil.

MMooddeellss wwiitthh
ddeessccaallee nneeoonn

These models are fitted with 2 indicator neons
for your benefit.

Red neon: This indicates when the element is
energised. When the water boils and the element
switches off, the neon will go out.

Orange neon: This indicates that either the
kettle is in need of descaling or that the kettle
has been switched on without water in.

If the orange neon comes on due to scale
build-up on the element (this will happen
frequently if you live in a hard water area) follow
the descaling instructions in this leaflet.

If the orange neon comes on due to lack of
water in the kettle, wait a few minutes for the
kettle to cool, refill with cold water and use as
normal.

GGeenneerraall cclleeaanniinngg

In order to maintain the pouring and boiling
performance of your kettle, it is important to
clean and wash out the interior of the kettle
regularly, particularly in hard water areas. This
also applies to the filter, if fitted. Please also refer
to section on Descaling.

To flush scale deposits from the interior of
the kettle, fill with cold water through the spout
and empty out through the spout with filter
removed. The interior may also be wiped
carefully using a soft clean damp cloth.

Wipe the outside of the kettle with a soft
damp cloth only, avoiding electrical connections.

FFiilltteerr rreemmoovvaall aanndd
cclleeaanniinngg

((cceerrttaaiinn mmooddeellss oonnllyy))

WARNING: ALLOW KETTLE TO
COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE
REMOVING FILTER.

FFiilltteerr JJuugg KKeettttlleess

To remove the filter, open the lid and lift the
filter vertically from its location using the tab
provided.

To refit the filter, position between the 2 side
wall guides and press down firmly. Ensure the
filter is correctly located into the central guide.

NOTE: UNLESS THE FILTER IS FITTED
CORRECTLY, THE KETTLE LID MAY NOT
CLOSE AND LOCK SECURELY.

FFiilltteerrmmaasstteerr TTrraaddiittiioonnaall KKeettttllee

To remove filter, pull top of filter forwards
from under handle front and lift.

Refit the filter by pushing down firmly into
spout until the filter latches into position under
handle front.

CClleeaanniinngg tthhee ffiilltteerr

Once removed from the kettle, clean the filter
by brushing gently with a small soft brush under
water. Any hard deposits of scale may be
removed by de-scaling. Do not use a sharp object
which may damage the filter mesh.

Red ‘on’ neon

Orange
‘descale’ neon

RReemmoovviinngg
ffiilltteerr

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DDeessccaalliinngg

IF YOU LIVE IN A HARD WATER AREA,
SCALE WILL FORM ON THE INSIDE OF YOUR
KETTLE AND ITS ELEMENT. THIS COULD
CAUSE THE KETTLE TO MALFUNCTION
AND MAY DAMAGE THE ELEMENT
INVALIDATING THE WARRANTY. IT IS
ESSENTIAL THAT REGULAR DESCALING
TAKES PLACE AS FOLLOWS:

Soft scale may be removed by brushing the
cool element regularly. Remove hard scale using
either a proprietary descaling product suitable
for plastic kettles (following the instructions
carefully), or citric acid crystals. We recommend
using citric acid crystals as follows:

Boil 1 litre of water, then unplug the kettle
(remove the cordless kettle from the base unit)
and stand it in an empty sink or bowl. Add 50gm
of citric acid crystals to the water gradually, then
leave the kettle to stand. DO NOT USE A
MORE CONCENTRATED SOLUTION. If the
filter requires descaling this may be achieved by
dropping it into the citric acid solution within the
kettle (certain models only).

As soon as the effervescence subsides, empty
the kettle and rinse it thoroughly with cold water.

Wipe the outside of the kettle thoroughly
with a damp cloth to remove all traces of acid
which may damage the finish.

Ensure that the electrical connections are
completely dry before using the kettle.

Citric acid crystals are available from most
pharmacies.

Failure to descale will invalidate the guarantee.

SSaaffeettyy iinn tthhee kkiittcchheenn

Morphy Richards is concerned that accidents
involving kettles or their mains lead can cause
death or serious injury through scalding. We
therefore offer the following advice in the hope
that it will prevent such accidents occurring.

BBooiilliinngg wwaatteerr

•Boiling water is used so often in the home: tea

and coffee making, cleaning, cooking, warming-

up. This means that your kettle is a potential

mobile accident area.

•Always locate your kettle away from the edge

of a worktop. Do not let the mains lead hang

over the edge of a worktop where a child

could reach it.

• Do not let the lead run across an open space

e.g. between a low socket and table.

• Do not let the lead run across a cooker or

toaster or other hot area which might damage

the cable.

• Do not place the kettle where the mains lead

connector could fall into the kitchen sink.

CChhiillddrreenn

Your own and other children are vulnerable in
the kitchen particularly when unsupervised and if
appliances are being used or cooking is being
carried out. Teach children to be aware of
dangers in the the kitchen, warn them of the
dangers of reaching up to areas where they
cannot see properly or should not be reaching.

OOtthheerr aapppplliiaanncceess

Remember other products can cause serious
injury in the kitchen.

• Deep fat fryers or frying pans contain hot oil

at a temperature far higher than boiling water.

• Irons are very hot and can cause serious

injury if knocked by a child from an

unattended ironing board.

• Irons have long mains cables which can fray -

look after your cable.

• Saucepans where possible should be placed on

back cooker rings: turn the saucepan handle

away from the edge of your cooker.

AAcccciiddeennttss

If a scald occurs run cold water over the
affected area immediately. Do not stop to
remove clothing, get medical help quickly.

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Morphy Richards Limited, Mexborough,
South Yorkshire, England S64 8AJ

Morphy Richards products are intended for household use only.

Morphy Richards has a policy of continuous improvement in product quality and design.

The Company, therefore, reserves the right to change the specification of its models at any time.

Filtermaster jug kettles 4323X

Filter Plus jug kettles 4344X/4345X

Jug kettles 4302X/4303X

Jug kettles 4325X/4305X/4304X

Jug kettles 4301X

Marlin jug kettles 4378X/4379X

Mini Jug kettles 4327X

Filtermaster traditional kettles 4332X/4333X

Plastic traditional kettles 4335X

Traditional stainless steel kettles 4338X/4339X

Stainless steel maxi kettles 43395

Product Series model number

08/16160/0 Rev 3

440-8053-01 Rev 3

June 2000

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