Krups CONTROL LINE BW442D50 Mode D'emploi page 5

5. TO START THE KETTLE.
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Press the on/off button at the bottom of the handle. The on/off button will light up. (fig. 6)
6. AS SOON AS THE WATER REACHES BOILING POINT, THE KETTLE WILL TURN
OFF AUTOMATICALLY.
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The light will turn off when the on/off switch returns to the upper position after boiling.
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You can stop it manually, before removing it from its base to pour the water. Adjust
the on/off button (located at the bottom of the handle) upwards. (fig. 7)
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Make sure that the on/off button is in the off position after boiling and that the kettle
has switched off before removing it from its base.
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Do not leave water in the kettle after use as this quickens the formation of scale.
CLEANING YOUR KETTLE.
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Disconnect the appliance.
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Leave it to cool and then clean it with a damp sponge.
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Never immerse the kettle, its base, the cord or the electric plug in water or any other
liquid. The electrical connections or the switch must not come into contact with
water or any other liquid.
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Do not use scouring pads.
CLEANING THE FILTER.
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The filter is removable. (fig. 8)
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The removable filter consists of a mesh to retain the particles of scale and prevent
them from falling into your cup when pouring. This filter neither treats nor removes
the hardness of the water. It will not impact the quality or taste of the water. With very
hard water, the filter can clog very quickly (10 to 15 uses). It is important to clean it
regularly. If it is wet, put it under a running tap, if dry, then brush it gently. Sometimes
the scale will not detach itself; if so, it will then need descaling.
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Descale your kettle regularly, preferably once per month or more often if you live in
a hard water area.
To de-scale your kettle.
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Either use commercial white vinegar:
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Fill the kettle with 0.5 L of vinegar
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Leave it in the kettle for 1 hour without heating.
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Or citric acid:
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Boil 0.5 L of water,
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Add 0.88 Oz of citric acid and leave it in the kettle for 15 min.
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Using a de-scaler specifically for kettles: follow the manufacturer's instructions.
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Empty your kettle and rinse 5 or 6 times. Repeat if necessary.
To de-scale your filter.
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Soak the filter in white vinegar or diluted citric acid.
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Never use a de-scaling method other than what is recommended above.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
DESCALING