Smeg KLF03DGUK User manual [GB]

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing this special edition Smeg – Dolce&Gabbana, Sicily is my love

small domestic appliance.

Smeg and Dolce&Gabbana have combined their artistic talents to create a unique

collection, made in Italy by Smeg with unmistakeable Dolce&Gabbana design touches.

We hope you enjoy using your new appliance!

Kindest regards,

SMEG S.p.A.

Contents

1 Instructions 6

1.1 Introduction 6

1.2 This user manual 6

1.3 Intended use 6

1.4 General safety instructions 7

1.5 Manufacturer liability 9

1.6 Identification plate 9

1.7 Disposal 9

2 Description 10

2.1 Product description 10

2.2 Description of parts 11

3 Use 13

3.1 Before first use 13

3.2 Operation 14

4 Cleaning and maintenance 16

4.1 Instructions 16

4.2 Cleaning the surfaces 16

4.3 Ordinary daily cleaning 16

4.4 Cleaning the filter 17

4.5 Descaling 18

4.6 What to do if... 19

We advise you to read this manual carefully, as it contains all the instructions for maintaining the appliance’s aesthetic and functional qualities. For further information on the product: www.smeg.com

The manufacturer reserves the right to make any changes deemed useful for improvement of its products without prior notice. The illustrations and descriptions contained in this manual are therefore not binding and are merely indicative.

Instructions

1 Instructions

1.1 Introduction

Key information for the user:

Instructions

General information on this user manual, on safety and final disposal.

Description

Appliance description.

Use

Information on using your appliance

Cleaning and maintenance

Information for proper cleaning and maintenance of the appliance.

Safety instructions

Information

1.2 This user manual

This user manual is an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept in its entirety and within the user’s reach for the whole working life of the appliance.

1.3 Intended use

• Use the appliance only indoors.

• The appliance has been designed specifically for domestic use. It must only be used to heat water. Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use.

• The appliance is not designed to operate with external timers or with remotecontrol systems.

• This appliance may not be used by people of reduced physical, sensory or mental capacity, or without sufficient experience and knowledge (including children), unless they are supervised or instructed by adults who are responsible for their safety.

• Children must never play with the appliance. Keep the appliance out of children’s reach.

Advice

Instructions

1.4 General safety instructions

Follow all safety instructions in order to use the appliance safely.

• Read this user manual carefully before using the appliance.

• Do not immerse the appliance, the power cord, the plug or the base in water or any other liquid.

• Never wash the appliance in the dishwasher.

• Do not use the appliance when the power cord or the plug is damaged or when the appliance has been dropped or is damaged in any manner.

• Do not position the power cord on sharp edges or leave it trailing.

• Protect the power cord from heat and oil.

• Do not position the appliance above hot surfaces, hob burners, or inside a hot oven.

• Do not position the appliance on surfaces sensitive to water. Drips could damage it.

• Do not unplug the appliance with wet hands, or by pulling on the power cord.

• In the event of a fault with the appliance, repairs must be performed only by qualified technicians or an authorised technical support service.

• Never try to put out a fire or flames with water: turn off the appliance and remove the plug from the socket, and smother the flames with a fire blanket or other appropriate cover.

• Do not modify this appliance.

• Do not try to repair the appliance yourself or without the assistance of a qualified technician.

• If the power supply cable is damaged, contact technical support immediately.

Instructions

For this appliance

• The kettle can get very hot during operation. Do not touch the hot surfaces. Use the handle.

• The heating element surface is subject to residual heat after use. Be careful.

• Do not use the kettle if the handle is loose.

• Do not operate the kettle on an inclined plane.

• Do not operate the kettle unless the element is fully immersed.

• Do not move while the kettle is switched on.

• Unplug the kettle when it is not being used, before cleaning and if you notice any fault. Let the appliance cool down before cleaning.

• Always use the kettle with the scale filter fitted.

• Do not overfill the kettle (max. 1.7 litres), otherwise boiling water may spray out.

• Only use the kettle to boil water. Never fill the kettle with other liquids.

• Do not open the kettle's lid while it is on.

• Check that the lid is correctly closed before turning on the kettle.

• Only use the kettle with the base provided.

• Do not use the kettle on bases from other manufacturers.

• Only use original spare parts. The use of spare parts not approved by the manufacturer could lead to fires, electric shocks or personal injury.

• Only place the base on level surfaces.

• Do not use metal implements or scouring pads to clean the inside of the kettle. Only use products specifically designed for the purpose.

• To prevent damage to the appliance do not use alkaline cleaning agents when cleaning, use a soft cloth and a mild detergent.

• Empty the kettle before you use it each time: if residual water is left inside, this could lead to scale building up.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.

• Cleaning and maintenance must never be performed by children unless they are older than 8 and supervised.

• Keep the kettle and its power cord out of the reach of children aged less than 8 years.

• Do not allow children to play with the appliance.

• This appliance is intended for use in a home environment. Every other use is considered improper. It also can be used in:

• Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices

and other working environments

• Farm houses

• By guests in hotels, motels and other

residential type environments

• Bed and breakfast type environments.

Instructions

1.5 Manufacturer liability

The manufacturer shall not be liable for damage to persons or property caused by:

• Use of the appliance other than as envisaged

• Not having read the user manual

• Tampering with any part of the appliance

• Use of non-original spare parts

• Failure to observe the safety instructions

1.6 Identification plate

The identification plate bears the technical data, serial number and brand name of the appliance. Do not remove the identification plate for any reason.

1.7 Disposal

This appliance must be disposed of separately from other waste

(Directive 2012/19/EU). The appliance does not contain substances in quantities sufficient to be considered hazardous to health and the environment, in accordance with current European directives.

• Old appliances do not belong in household waste! To comply with current legislation, old appliances, on reaching the end of their useful lives, should be taken to a disposal facility where they can be sorted. In this way, any valuable material contained in the old appliances can be recycled, helping to protect the environment. The relevant local authorities or their waste disposal operators can provide further information.

Our appliances are packed in nonpolluting and recyclable materials.

• Take these packing materials to the appropriate recycling centre.

Plastic packaging

Danger of suffocation

• Do not leave the packaging or any part of it unattended.

• Do not let children play with the plastic bags.

Electrical voltage

Danger of electrocution

• Disconnect the main power supply.

• Disconnect the power cable from the electrical system.

• Avoid spillage on the connector and power base.

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