15.6 Descaling
Depending on the hardness of water you should descale the device once every two
weeks.
Fill the pot with water and a commercial descaler or give a sip of vinegar into the water.
Heat the mixture but do not boil it to prevent overcooking. Rinse the pot with fresh
water after descaling.
► Regularly decalcifying your VAKO² will reduce the electricity used and prolong the life of
the device.
16 Troubleshooting
This chapter provides you with important notices with regard to operating the device.
Observe the following notices to avoid dangers and damages:
► Only qualified electricians, who have been trained by the manufacturer, may carry out
any repairs on electrical equipment.
► Improperly performed repairs can cause considerable dangers for the user and
damages to the device.
Problem
The device switches off before
boiling or before it has reached
desired temperature.
The device cannot be switched
on.
17 Disposal of the Old Device
Old electric and electronic devices frequently still contain valuable materials.
However, they also contain damaging substances, which were necessary for
their functionality and safety. If these were put in the non-recyclable waste or
were handled incorrectly, they could be detrimental to human health and the
environment. Therefore, do not put your old device into the non-recyclable waste under
any circumstances.
► Utilise the collection point, established in your town, to return and recycle old electric
and electronic devices. If necessary, contact your town hall, local refuse collection
service or your dealer for information.
► Ensure that your old device is stored safely away from children until it is taken away.
Caso Wasserkocher VAKO²
Please note
Attention
Cause
Too much scale in the
pot.
The device has not
cooled down sufficiently.
Please note
Solution
Descale the device.
Allow the device to cool
down.
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