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Recommended temperatures:
70°C : white tea
80-85°C : green tea
90°C : freshly ground coffee
95°C : black tea
100°C : boiling water/infusions
6. THE KETTLE WILL SWITCH OFF AUTOMATICALLY
As soon as the water reaches boiling point or the chosen temperature.
• Do not leave water in the kettle after use as this quickens the formation of scale.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Although all teas actually come from the same bush (camellia sinensis), their taste and type vary
according to their region of production, method of processing (different fermenting, and drying
processes and rolling techniques exist) and grade (whole or broken leaves, fannings and dust).
– Green tea: Rolled dried leaves, which are chopped and lightly roasted to prevent them from fermenting.
Leave to brew for 3 minutes only. Green teas are subtle- flavoured, often bitter, and very pale in colour.
– Black tea: Made from older leaves that are rolled, dried and fermented for a considerable period. Brew
for 5 minutes (or longer for Turkish or Russian tea). Gives a powerful taste and a superb coppery colour.
– Oolong tea: Midway between green and black tea. Slightly fermented. Brew for 7 minutes.
Lighter in taste and paler than black colour.
Although purists drink tea plain, you may prefer to add cold milk to your cup before pouring in the
tea (with Indian or Ceylon tea), or add sugar and then lemon (with green or flavoured teas).
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING YOUR KETTLE
Unplug it.
Let it cool down and clean it with a damp sponge.
• Never immerse the kettle, its base, the cord or the electric plug in water: the electrical
connections or the switch must not come into contact with water.
• Do not use scouring pads.
DE-SCALING
De-scale regularly, preferably at least once a month or more frequently if your water is very hard.
Temperature detection in the kettle may be affected by limescale.
To de-scale your kettle:
• Using white vinegar which can be bought from hardware stores:
– Fill the kettle with ½ litre of white vinegar,
– Leave to stand for 1 hour without heating.
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• Using citric acid:
– Boil ½ litre of water,
– Add 25 g of citric acid and leave to stand for 15 min.
• Empty your kettle and rinse 5 or 6 times. Repeat if necessary.
To de-scale your filter:
Soak the filter in white vinegar or diluted citric acid.
• Never use a de-scaling method other than that recommended.
IN THE EVENT OF PROBLEMS
THERE IS NO EVIDENT DAMAGE TO YOUR KETTLE
• The kettle does not work
– Check that your kettle is properly connected.
– The kettle has been switched on without water or an accumulation of scale has caused the
overheat cut-out to operate: allow the kettle to cool and fill it with water. Descale first if scale
has accumulated.
Switch it on: the kettle should start working again after about 15 minutes.
IF YOUR KETTLE HAS BEEN DROPPED, IF IT LEAKS OR IF THERE IS VISIBLE DAMAGE TO THE
POWER CORD, THE PLUG OR THE BASE OF THE KETTLE
Return your kettle to your After-Sales Service Centre, only they are authorised to carry out repairs.
See the guarantee conditions and list of centres in the booklet supplied with your kettle. The type
and serial number are shown on the bottom of your kettle. This guarantee covers manufacturing
defects and domestic use only. Any breakage or damage resulting from failure to comply with the
instructions for use is not covered by the guarantee.
• The manufacturer reserves the right to modify the characteristics or components of its kettles at
any time in the interests of the consumer.
• Do not use the kettle if damaged. No attempt must be made to dismantle the kettle or its
safety devices.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service
centre or a similarly qualified person, in order to avoid any danger.
PREVENTION OF DOMESTIC ACCIDENTS
For a child, a burn or scald, even if slight, can sometimes be serious.
As they grow up, teach your children to beware of hot liquids to be found in the kitchen. Position
the kettle and its supply cord well to the rear of the work surface, out of the reach of children.
If an accident does occur, run cold water over the scald immediately and call a doctor if necessary.
• In order to avoid any accident: do not carry your child or baby at the same time as drinking or
carrying a hot drink.
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