TEFAL BI8125 Mode D'emploi page 8

4. TO START THE KETTLE
Press the on/off button positioned on the top or the bottom of
the handle according to the model.
5. FOR KETTLES THAT FEATURE A TEMPERATURE SWITCH
if you move quickly from position
the water, the kettle has to reinitialise. If you think that this is
taking a long time, you can add cold water to speed up the start
of heating.
6. THE KETTLE MAY HAVE AN INTERNAL LIGHT, DEPENDING
ON MODEL
7. THE KETTLE WILL SWITCH OFF AUTOMATICALLY
as soon as the water reaches boiling point or the chosen
temperature. You can stop it manually, before removing it from its
base to pour the water. Depending on the model, the interior light
and the indicator light will go out when the water reaches boiling
point. 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.
• Do not leave water in the kettle after use as this quickens the
formation of scale.
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.
CLEANING THE FILTER (ACCORDING TO THE MODEL)
The removable filter consists of a mesh to retain the particles of
scale and prevent them falling into your cup when pouring. This
filter neither treats nor removes the hardness of the water. It thus
conserves all the qualities 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; it will
then need descaling.
DE-SCALING
De-scale regularly, preferably at least once a month or more
frequently if your water is very hard.
• Using white vinegar: Fill the kettle with ½ l of vinegar. Leave to
stand for 1 hour without heating.
• Using citric acid: Boil ½ l of water. Add 25 g of citric acid and
leave to stand for 15 min.
• Using a de-scaler specifically for plastic kettles: follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
• Empty your kettle and rinse 5 or 6 times. Repeat if necessary.
To de-scale your filter (according to model):
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 or stops before coming to the boil
– 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.
• The water tastes of plastic:
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
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to position after heating
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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.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Your appliance contains many recoverable or recyclable
materials.
Take it to a local, civic waste collection point.
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