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WATER KETTLE INSTRUCTIONS
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Canada: 1.800.807.6777
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WATER KETTLE INSTRUCTIONS
WATER KETTLE SAFETY
Important safeguards .........................................................................................4
Electrical requirements .....................................................................................5
PARTS AND FEATURES
Parts and accessories .........................................................................................6
USING THE WATER KETTLE
Filling the Water Kettle ......................................................................................7
Setting the water temperature .......................................................................... 8
Water temperature guide for best results .........................................................8
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the Water Kettle and base ..................................................................9
Descaling the Water Kettle ................................................................................9
Insertingandremovingthelter .....................................................................10
Cleaningthelter ............................................................................................10
WARRANTY AND SERVICE .............................................................................. 11
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WATER KETTLE SAFETYWATER KETTLE SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. Toprotectagainstre,electricshockandinjurytopersonsdonotimmersecord,
plugs, or water kettle in water or other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug water kettle from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow
to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning appliance.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest
authorizedservicefacilityforexamination,repair,oradjustment.
7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance
manufacturermayresultinre,electricshock,orinjurytopersons.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do no let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
10. Do not use near or on a hot gas or electric burner stove, or in a heated oven.
11. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.
12. Do not use Water Kettle without lid properly closed.
13. Do not use Water Kettle with loose or weakened handle.
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don't immediately follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured
if you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce
the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your
appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you
and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the
word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:
DANGER
WARNING
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WATER KETTLE SAFETYWATER KETTLE SAFETY
Electrical requirements
Volts: 120 V.A.C.
Hertz: 60 Hz
NOTE: The Water Kettle has a 3 prong
grounded plug. To reduce the risk of
electricalshock,thisplugwilltinanoutlet
onlyoneway.Iftheplugdoesnottinthe
outlet,contactaqualiedelectrician.Donot
modify the plug in any way.
Do not use an extension cord. If the power
supplycordistooshort,haveaqualied
electrician or serviceman install an outlet
near the appliance.
A short power supply cord (or detachable
power supply cord) should be used to reduce
the risk resulting from becoming entangled in
or tripping over a longer cord.
Longer detachable power supply cord or
extension cords are available and may be
used.
If a longer detachable power supply cord or
extension cord is used:
- The marked electrical rating of the cord
set or extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the
appliance.
- If the appliance is of the grounded type, the
extension cord should be a grounding-type
3-wire cord.
- The cord should be arranged so that it will
not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children or
tripped over unintentionally.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong
outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these
instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
14. Do not clean Water Kettle with abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or other
abrasive materials.
15. This product is designed for indoor household use only. Not designed
for commercial use.
16. DonotoverllWaterKettle.
17. To disconnect, turn any control to “off,” then remove plug from wall outlet.
18. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed or opened during the brewing cycles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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USING THE WATER KETTLEPARTS AND FEATURES
Lid release
button
Parts and accessories
Water
window
Power
button
Temperature
selector knob
Cord wrap feature
(on underside of base)
Removeable
lime scale
lter
Temperature gauge
Base with
power cord
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Push lid down until it locks into place.
USING THE WATER KETTLEPARTS AND FEATURES
Before First Use
Before using your Water Kettle, fill with water to the maximum level, boil; then
discard water.
Filling the Water Kettle
Lid release
button
IMPORTANT: The Water Kettle is designed to heat water only. Do not put any other liquids
or substances into the Water Kettle.
NOTE: There must be a minimum of 0.25 L
to operate.
3
Place Water Kettle on the base.
1
Press lid release button to open lid.
Fill Water Kettle with cold, filtered
water.
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CARE AND CLEANINGUSING THE WATER KETTLE
Water temperature guide for best results
Setting the water temperature
Preparing hot beverages and tea is easy with the KitchenAid ProLine Water Kettle. For best
results when making tea, follow the directions on your tea’s packaging for suggested water
temperature. If the tea does not have directions, follow the chart below as a guideline.
3
The temperature gauge will rise as the
water heats.
1
Slide the temperature selector
knob on the base to the desired
setting (50-100° C).
2
Press the POWER button on the side of
the base. The controls will light up and
the Water Kettle will begin to heat.
NOTE: The water kettle will stop
automatically once the set temperature
is reached. The heating cycle can also be
turned off manually by pressing POWER.
60°C/140°F 70°C/158°F 80°C/176°F 90°C/194°F 100°C/212°F
Delicate tea Delicate tea Green tea Oolong tea Boil water
White tea Black tea Black tea
Yerba mate Chai Herbal tea
Matcha Blooming tea Rooibos tea
Instant coffee Oatmeal
Hot chocolate Instant soup
French press
coffee*
*Recommendations vary anywhere from 195-205°F
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CARE AND CLEANINGUSING THE WATER KETTLE
Cleaning the Water Kettle and base
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, always
disconnect the Water Kettle from the
electrical outlet and make sure that the
Water Kettle has cooled completely.
Calcium deposits may form on the interior
metal parts of the Water Kettle. To get the
best performance from your Water Kettle,
clean periodically. The cleaning interval
will depend on the hardness of the water
you put into the Water Kettle. The use of
a commercial descaler is recommended.
White
vinegar
Water
Wash Water Kettle and base by hand with
a damp cloth. Dry and polish with a soft
cloth. Abrasives and scouring agents of any
kind are not recommended.
Descaling the Water Kettle
If a commercial descaler is not available:
1. Fill the Water Kettle with white vinegar
to the MIN (0.25 L) mark.
2. Add water to the 0.75 L mark.
3. Boil and allow to stand overnight.
4. Empty the solution from the
Water Kettle.
5. Fill the Water Kettle with water, bring
to a boil and drain out the water. Repeat
this step twice. The Water Kettle is now
ready to use.
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE
Inserting and removing the lter
Inserting the filter: The filter is located
behind the spout inside the Water Kettle.
Open the lid. Slide the filter down into the
slot behind the spout, making sure that the
curve facing outward on the filter matches
to the curve of the kettle.
Removing the filter: Open the lid. Grasp
the top of the filter, behind the spout, and
pull out to remove.
CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the lter
NOTE: If calcium deposits remain on the
lter,letitstandovernightinasolution
of water and white vinegar. Rinse the
lterthoroughlyandreplaceinthe
Water Kettle.
RemovelterfromWaterKettle(see
“Insertingandremovingthelter”);
then rinse under running water.
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE
KitchenAid
®
Pro Line
®
Total Replacement Limited Warranty
for the 50 United States, the District of Columbia,
Puerto Rico, and Canada
This warranty extends to the purchaser and any succeeding owner for KitchenAid
Pro Line
®
products operated in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia,
Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Length of Limited Five Years from the date of purchase.
Total Replacement
Warranty:
KitchenAid Will Pay Hassle-Free Replacement of your Pro Line
®
product.
for Your Choice of: See the next page for details on how to arrange for
replacement, or call the Customer eXperience
Center toll-free at 1-800-832-7173.
OR
The replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct
defects in materials and workmanship. Service must be
provided by an Authorized KitchenAid Service Center.
KitchenAid Will A. Repairs when your Pro Line
®
product is used in other
than
Not Pay for: normal single family home use.
B. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse or
abuse.
C. Any shipping or handling costs to deliver your
Pro Line
®
product to an Authorized Service Center.
D. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for Pro Line
®
products operated outside the 50 United States,
District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO FIVE YEARS OR THE
SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states and provinces do not allow
limitationsonthedurationofimpliedwarrantiesormerchantabilityortness,sothis
limitationmaynotapplytoyou.Thiswarrantygivesyouspeciclegalrights,andyoualso
may have other rights that vary from state to state and province to province.
DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY KitchenAid
makes no representations about the quality, durability or need for service or repair of this
appliance other than the representations contained in this Warranty. If you want longer or
more comprehensive coverage than the limited warranty that comes with this appliance,
you should ask KitchenAid or your retailer about buying a service contract.
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR AS
PROVIDED HEREIN. KITCHENAID SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and
exclusionsmaynotapplytoyou.Thiswarrantygivesyouspeciclegalrights,andyoualso
may have other rights that vary from state to state and province to province.
CARE AND CLEANING
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE
®/™ © 2016 KitchenAid. All rights reserved. Used under license in Canada.
Arranging for Service after the Warranty Expires, or
Ordering Accessories and Replacement Parts
In the United States and Puerto Rico:
For service information, or to order
accessories or replacement parts, call
toll-free at 1-800-832-7173 or write to:
Customer eXperience Center,
KitchenAid Small Appliances,
P.O. Box 218, St. Joseph, MI 49085-0218
Outside the United States
and Puerto Rico:
Consult your local KitchenAid dealer or the
store where you purchased your Pro Line
®
product for information on how to obtain
service.
For service information in Canada:
Call toll-free 1-800-807-6777.
Or write to:
Customer eXperience Centre
KitchenAid Canada
200 - 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, ON L5N 0B7
Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty –
50 United States, District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico
We’resocondentthequalityofour
products meets the exacting standards of
KitchenAid that, if your Pro Line
®
product
shouldfailwithintherstveyearsof
ownership, KitchenAid will arrange to deliver
an identical or comparable replacement to
your door free of charge and arrange to
have your original Pro Line
®
product
returned to us. Your replacement unit
willalsobecoveredbyourve-yearlimited
warranty.Please follow these instructions to
receive this quality service.
If your Pro Line
®
product should fail within
therstveyearsofownership,simplycall
our toll-free Customer eXperience Center
at 1-800-832-7173 Monday through Friday.
Please have your original sales receipt
available when you call. Proof of purchase
will be required to initiate the claim. Give
the consultant your complete shipping
address. (No P.O. Box numbers, please.)
When you receive your replacement
Pro Line
®
product, use the carton and
packing materials to pack up your original
Pro Line
®
product.
Hassle-Free Replacement Warranty – Canada
We’resocondentthequalityofour
products meets the exacting standards
of the KitchenAid brand that, if your
Pro Line
®
productshouldfailwithintherst
veyearsofownership,KitchenAidCanada
will replace your Pro Line
®
product with an
identical or comparable replacement. Your
replacement unit will also be covered by our
ve-yearlimitedwarranty.Pleasefollowthese
instructions to receive this quality service.
If your Pro Line
®
product should fail within
therstveyearsofownership,takethe
Pro Line
®
product or ship collect to an
Authorized KitchenAid Service Centre.
In the carton include your name and
complete shipping address along with a copy
of the proof of purchase (register receipt,
credit card slip, etc.). Your replacement
Pro Line
®
product will be returned prepaid
and insured. If you are unable to obtain
satisfactory service in this manner call our
toll-free Customer eXperience Centre at
1-800-807-6777.
Or write to us at:
Customer eXperience Centre
KitchenAid Canada
200 - 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, ON L5N 0B7
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