Stainless steel kettle

kettle
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Please read and keep these instructions
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getting the best from your

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new kettle...
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Empty the water out of the kettle after the

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first boiling
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To clean away any deposits that are left in the kettle after the manufacturing
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process
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Descale as appropriate for the hardness of the

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water in your area

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It is important to descale as the performance of the kettle and auto

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switch-off will be impaired

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Safety first
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Always pour water slowly and carefully to prevent the splashing of

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scalding water
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Fast boil kettles perform differently

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If your kettle is a fast boil model, it may sound louder during boiling and
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switch off suddenly with no after noise - this is normal

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www.morphyrichards.co.uk
Important safety • Extreme caution must be used when
moving a kettle containing hot water.
instructions
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• Do not touch hot surfaces, use handles
or knobs.
• Always close the lid securely, other
The use of any electrical appliance wise the kettle may not switch off
requires the following of basic common automatically and may spit out boiling
sense safety rules. water.
Primarily there is danger of injury or • Avoid contact with steam from the
death and secondly the danger of spout when the water is boiling or just
damage to the appliance. These are after it has switched off.
indicated in the text by the following two • Take care if opening the lid for re-filling
conventions: when the kettle is hot. Do not fill above
WARNING: Danger to the person! the MAX mark, otherwise boiling water
IMPORTANT: Damage to the may be ejected.
appliance! In addition we offer the • Do not hold the switch in the on
following safety advice. position or tamper with the switch to fix
it in the on position as this may cause
Location
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steam to be ejected and could damage
the switch-off mechanism.
• Always locate your kettle away from • Unplug from the electrical outlet when
the edge of the worktop. cleaning.
• Ensure that the kettle is used on a • Allow to cool before putting on or
firm, flat surface. taking off parts and before cleaning.
• Do not locate the base unit on a metal
tray or metal surface. Children
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Mains lead
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• Never allow a child to operate this
appliance.
• The mains lead should reach from the • Children are vulnerable in the kitchen
socket to the base unit without particularly when unsupervised and if
straining the connections. appliances are being used or cooking
• Do not let the mains lead hang over is being carried out.
the edge of the worktop where a child • Teach children to be aware of dangers
could reach it. in the kitchen, warn them of the
• Do not let the lead run across an open dangers of reaching up to areas
space e.g. between a low socket and where they cannot see properly
table. or should not be reaching.
• Do not let the lead run across a cooker
or toaster or other hot area which Treating scalds
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might damage the cable.

• Do not place the kettle where the • Run cold water over the affected area
mains lead could fall into a sink. immediately. Do not stop to remove
clothing, get medical help quickly.
Your safety
Other safety considerations
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• Always pour hot water slowly and

carefully without tipping the kettle too • To protect against fire, electric shock
fast to prevent splashing and spillage. and personal injury do not immerse

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liquid.
Features
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• Do not operate any appliance with a

damaged cord or plug or after it has
been damaged in any manner.
• Do not use accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer as
there is a danger of fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
• Do not attempt to connect any other
appliance to the base unit or this
appliance to another base unit. Essentials jug
• Do not tamper with the connector in
any way.
• Do not use the kettle for any use other
than to boil water.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas
electric burner or in a heated oven.
• The kettle must not be on the base unit
when being filled with water.
• The mains lead of the cordless base
cannot be repaired. If the mains lead is
Cool steel jug
damaged, the cordless base should be
discarded and replaced. Unplug from
the electrical outlet when not in use.

Electrical requirements
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Check that the voltage on the rating

plate of your appliance corresponds with
your house electricity supply which must
be A.C. (Alternating Current).
Essentials traditional
If the socket outlets in your home are Lid
not suitable for the plug supplied with this
Lid knob
appliance, the plug should be removed
Lid release button / lever
and the appropriate one fitted.
WARNING: The plug removed from Spout
the mains lead, if severed, must be Spout filter
destroyed as a plug with bared flexible Concealed element
cord is hazardous if engaged into a 360o connector
live socket outlet. Cordless base unit
WARNING: This appliance must be Cord storage
earthed. On/off switch
Should the fuse in the 13amp plug Power on neon
require changing, a 13amp BS1362 fuse
Cool touch handle
must be fitted.
Integrated twin water level indicators
Integrated water level indicator

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Using
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Filter removal
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1 Lift up the lid and fill the kettle. 1 Open the lid.
The integrated water level gauge/ 2 Lift the filter upwards from its location
viewing lid (on certain models) allows using the tab provided.
you to easily see the amount of water 3 To refit the filter, slot into the side wall
in your kettle. guides and press down firmly. Ensure
• Always put enough water to cover the the filter is correctly located into the
bottom of the kettle, minimum 1 cup central guide.
200cc.
• Boil only as much water as you need Cool Steel kettle
as this saves electricity. 1 Open and support the lid.
2 Place the kettle on the base unit, 2 Pull the filter downwards from its
ensuring the kettle locates on to the location.
360o connector. 3 To refit the filter locate the filter into
• The 360o connector allows the kettle the grooves and click into place.
to be located at any position - ideal for
left and right handed users and Note: Which way you have removed
convenient positioning on your the filter and replace the same way
worktop. after cleaning.
3 Plug in and switch on at the wall
socket. Warning : Unless the filter is fitted
4 Switch the kettle on. The ‘power on’ correctly, the kettle lid may not
indicator neon will light up. close and lock securely.
5 When lifting the kettle from the base
unit by the handle ensure you hold
the kettle level.
Cleaning the filter
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• To reboil, switch to ON again. If the

kettle has just switched off wait 1 To clean the filter run warm water over
several seconds or so before the mesh and scrub lightly to remove
switching it back on again. the soft deposits with a suitable brush.
• If you do not put in enough water, or A toothbrush would be ideal.
switch on the kettle when it is empty, 2 If the soft lime deposits have become
the safety cut-out will switch off the hard, the filter will need descaling, see
power automatically. If this happens, descaling page 5.
wait a few minutes for the element to
cool, then refill and use as normal.

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Descaling
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5 Wipe the outside of the kettle
thoroughly with a damp cloth to
remove all traces of acid which may
IMPORTANT: As this kettle is fitted damage the finish.
with a concealed element it must be IMPORTANT: Ensure that the
descaled as and when appropriate. This electrical connections are completely
depends on usage and the hardness of dry before using the kettle.
the water in your area. 6 Never operate the kettle with the citric
Scale can cause the kettle to acid crystals in the water.
malfunction and may damage the
element invalidating the warranty.
It is essential that regular descaling Cleaning
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takes place.
Remove hard scale using either a WARNING: Always disconnect the
proprietary descaling product suitable for plug from the mains and allow the kettle
plastic kettles (following the instructions to cool down before cleaning.
carefully), or citric acid crystals. Wipe the outside of the kettle with a
We recommend using citric acid damp cloth.
crystals (available from most pharmacies) IMPORTANT: Do not use abrasive
as follows, cleaners on the outside of the kettle which
1 Fill the kettle to the 1 litre mark, boil, may scratch the surface.
then unplug the kettle (remove the
cordless kettle from the base unit) and
stand it in an empty sink or bowl. Helpline
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2 Remove the filter and drop it into

the water. This will allow the filter to If you have any difficulty with your
be descaled at the same time. appliance, do not hesitate to call us.
3 Add 50gm of citric acid crystals to the We’re more likely able to help than the
water gradually, then leave the kettle store from where you bought it.
to stand. Do not use a more Please have the following information
concentrated solution. ready to enable our staff to deal with your
4 As soon as the effervescence query quickly.
subsides, empty the kettle and rinse it
thoroughly with cold water. • Name of the product
Take care to wash the filter thoroughly, • Model number as shown on the
then replace back into its location slot underside of the appliance.
(see filter removal page 4).
IMPORTANT - never operate or boil
the kettle with the filter in the base of
the kettle, the hot element plate will
melt and damage the filter.

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Your two year To qualify for the 2 year guarantee the appliance
must have been used according to the manu-

guarantee
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facturers instructions. For example kettles
should have been regularly descaled.

• It is important to retain the retailers EXCLUSIONS

receipt as proof of purchase. Staple your Morphy Richards shall not be liable to replace
receipt to this back cover for future reference. or repair the goods under the terms of the
Please quote the following information if the Guarantee where:
product develops a fault. These numbers can 1 The fault has been caused or is attributable
be found on the base of the product. to accidental use, misuse, negligent use or
used contrary to the manufacturers
Model No. Serial No. recommendations or where the fault has
been caused by power surges or damage
All Morphy Richards products are individually caused in transit.
tested before leaving the factory. In the unlikely 2 The appliance has been used on a voltage
event of any appliance proving to be faulty within supply other than that stamped on the
28 days of purchase it should be returned to the products.
place of purchase for it to be replaced. 3 Repairs have been attempted by persons
If the fault develops after 28 days and within other than our service staff (or authorised
24 months of original purchase, you should dealer).
contact the Helpline number quoting Model 4 Where the appliance has been used for hire
number and Serial number on the product, or purposes or non-domestic use.
write to Morphy Richards at the address shown. 5 Morphy Richards are not liable to carry out
You will be asked to return the product (in any type of servicing work, under the
secure, adequate packaging) to the address guarantee.
below along with a copy of proof of purchase. 6 Plastic filters for all Morphy Richards kettles
Subject to the exclusions set out below (see and coffee makers are not covered by the
‘Exclusions’) the faulty appliance will then be guarantee.
repaired or replaced and dispatched usually This guarantee does not confer any rights
within 7 working days of receipt. other than those expressly set out above and
If for any reason this item is replaced during does not cover any claims for consequential
the 2 year guarantee period, the guarantee on loss or damage. This guarantee is offered as an
the new item will be calculated from original additional benefit and does not affect your
purchase date. Therefore it is vital to retain your statutory rights as a consumer.
original till receipt or invoice to indicate the date • This guarantee is valid in the UK and Ireland
of initial purchase. only.

Morphy Richards products are

intended for household use only.
The After Sales Division,
Morphy Richards has a policy of
continuous improvement in product
Morphy Richards Ltd, Mexborough,
quality and design. South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
The Company, therefore, reserves
the right to change the Helpline (office hours)
specification of its models at any time. UK (local rate) 08450 777700,
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119

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