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Upon registering your product
at morphyrichards.co.uk
3 Year
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Please read and keep these instructions for future use
User Manual
Model No.
108271, 108272,
108273, 108274,
108275
HIVE
1.5 Litre
Jug Kettle
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
The use of any electrical appliance requires
the following common sense safety rules.
Read these instructions carefully and retain
for future reference.
• This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the
use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
• If the mains cable is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, it’s service
agent or similarly qualied person in order
to avoid a hazard.
• WARNING: Do not open the lid whilst the
water is boiling.
• WARNING: Misuse of appliance could cause
personal injury.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
• WARNING: Avoid spillage on the connector.
• This appliance has an element which may
be subject to residual heat after use.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of
reach of children.
• This appliance is intended for household use
only. It is not suitable for use in sta kitchen
areas in shops, oces and other commercial
environments.
• This appliance is not intended to be to
be operated on an extension cable or by
means of an external timer or separate
remote control system.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
LOCATION
• Always locate your appliance away
from the edge of the worktop.
• Ensure that the appliance is used
on a rm, flat surface.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors
or near water.
• WARNING: Do not place the
appliance onto a metal tray or
metal surface whilst in use.
MAINS CABLE
• Do not let the mains cable hang
over the edge of the worktop
where a child could reach it.
• Do not let the mains cable
run across an open space e.g.
between a low socket and a table.
• Do not let the mains cable run
across a cooker or other hot area
which might damage the cable.
• The mains cable should reach
from the socket to the base unit
without straining the connections.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Always keep the top of the
cordless base dry, especially
around the connection area,
disconnect the power supply
before drying. Allow to dry
thoroughly before reconnection
to the power supply.
• Do not ll above the MAX mark,
otherwise boiling water may be
ejected.
• Always pour hot water slowly
and carefully without tipping the
appliance too fast to prevent
splashing and spillage.
• Do not hold the switch in the
on position or tamper with the
switch to x it in the on position
as this may cause damage to the
switch-o mechanism.
• Do not move the kettle while
switched on.
OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
• The use of attachments or tools
not recommended or sold by
Morphy Richards, may cause re,
electric shock or injury.
• The kettle is only to be used with
the stand provided.
• Do not use the appliance for any
use other than to boil water.
• The appliance must not be on the
base unit when being lled with
water.
• Unplug from the outlet when not
in use.
• WARNING: The appliance must
not be immersed for cleaning.
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ELECTRICAL DETAILS
• Check that the voltage on the rating plate of your appliance
corresponds with your house electricity supply which must be A.C.
(Alternating Current).
• Should the fuse in the mains plug require changing, replace it with a
fuse of the same rating as originally tted.
• The power consumption in standby mode is 0W.
• When the appliance is not working, it enters the o mode immediately
(0 min).
• WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.
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1. Easy ll system
2. Lid
3. Removeable
limescale lter
4. Water gauge
5. Spout
6. Handle
7. On/O switch
8. 360⁰ connector
9. 360⁰ power base
10. Cord tidy
(underneath)
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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BEFORE FIRST USE
USING YOUR KETTLE
Before using the appliance for the rst time, ll with water, boil and pour
away.
1. Fill the kettle with water through the Easy Fill System or
alternatively through the lid. To help protect the environment, only
boil as much water as you need.
IMPORTANT: Do not ll above the MAX line on the water gauge.
2. Place the kettle on the 360⁰ power base and press the On/O
Switch. The On/O switch will illuminate.
3. When boiled, the kettle will automatically switch o. Remove from
the 360⁰ power base.
4. Pour the water from the kettle.
WARNING: When boiled, allow a few seconds before pouring.
Both the kettle and water will be hot.
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CLEANING YOUR KETTLE
REMOVING THE LIMESCALE FILTER
• WARNING: Always disconnect the plug from the mains and allow the
kettle to cool before cleaning.
• Wipe the outside with a damp cloth.
• IMPORTANT: Do not use abrasive cleaners on the outside of the
kettle which may scratch or damage the surface.
1. Allow the kettle to cool completely before removing the limescale
lter.
2. Remove the lid.
3. Push the tab on the top of the Removable Limescale Filter down,
then lift the lter upwards to remove for cleaning.
4. The Limescale Filter can be rinsed under a running tap, do not use
abrasive cleaners.
5. To ret the Removable Limescale Filter, rest the Filter inside the
Spout and clip the tab back into position until it clicks.
WARNING: Unless the Removable Limescale Filter is tted correctly,
it may fall out when pouring.
WARNING: Never boil the kettle with the Removable Limescale Filter
removed. It must be attached to the kettle at all times.
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DESCALING
• WARNING: Always disconnect the plug from the mains and allow the
kettle to cool before cleaning.
• IMPORTANT: As this appliance is tted with a concealed element it
must be descaled regularly.
• The frequency of descaling depends on usage and the hardness of
the water in your area. We recommend descaling your kettle every
month.
• Excessive scale can cause the appliance to switch o before boiling
and may damage the element, invalidating the warranty.
• Remove limescale using a proprietary descaling product suitable for
stainless steel, glass or plastic. Please follow the cleaning products
instructions carefully.
• IMPORTANT: Ensure that the electrical connections are completely
dry before using the appliance.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Solution
No power
Try another socket.
Ensure the cordset is attached securely to the
warming tray.
Change the fuse in the plug.
Doesn’t switch o
Check that the limescale lter is tted correctly.
Switches o before
boiling
Check for limescale and descale if necessary.
Start/Quick Start button has not been pressed.
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SPARES
Part Number Description Qty per product
Features Key
Number
02147 Spout Filter 1 3
CONTACT US
If you are having a problem with your appliance, please contact our
Helpline, as we are more likely to be able to help than the store you
purchased the item from. Please have the product name, model number
and serial number to hand when you contact us to help us deal with
your enquiry quicker.
email: hello@morphyrichards.co.uk
www.morphyrichards.co.uk
For electrical products sold within the European
Community, at the end of the electrical products useful
life, it should not be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling
advice in your country.
PRODUCT RECYCLING
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Your standard 2 year guarantee is extended for an additional 1 year
when you register the product within 28 days of purchase with Morphy
Richards. If you do not register the product with Morphy Richards within
28 days, your product is guaranteed for 2 years.
To validate your 3 year guarantee,
scan the QR code or register online
at www.morphyrichards.co.uk
N.B. Each qualifying product needs to be registered with Morphy
Richards individually. Please note that the 2 year guarantee is only
available in the UK. Please refer to the 2 year guarantee for more
information.
YOUR 2 YEAR GUARANTEE
It is important to retain the retailer’s receipt as proof of purchase.
Staple your receipt to the back cover for future reference.
Please quote the following information if the product develops a fault.
These numbers can be found on the base of the product.
Model no.
Serial no.
All Morphy Richards products are individually tested before leaving the
factory. In the unlikely event of any appliance proving to be faulty within
28 days of purchase, it should be returned to the place of purchase
for it to be replaced. If the fault develops after 28 days and within 24
months of original purchase, you should contact the Helpline quoting
Model number and Serial number on the product, or write to Morphy
Richards at the address shown. You may be asked to return a copy of
proof of purchase.
Subject to the exclusions set out on the next page (see Exclusions), the
faulty appliance will then be repaired or replaced as appropriate and
dispatched usually within 7 working days of receipt.
If, for any reason, this item is replaced or repaired during the 2 year
REGISTERING YOUR 3 YEAR GUARANTEE
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guarantee period, the guarantee on the new item will be calculated
from the original purchase date. Therefore it is vital to retain your
original till receipt or invoice to indicate the date of initial purchase.
To qualify for the 2 year guarantee, the appliance must have been used
according to the instructions supplied.
The appliance is intended for domestic use only. Misuse or use for
commercial or any other purpose will render the guarantee invalid.
Exclusions
Morphy Richards shall not be liable to replace or repair the goods under
the terms of the guarantee where:
1. The fault has been caused or is attributable to accidental use,
misuse, negligent use or used contrary to the manufacturer’s
recommendations or where the fault has been caused by power
surges or damage caused in transit.
2. The appliance has been used on a voltage supply other than that
stamped on the products.
3. Repairs have been attempted by persons other than our service
sta (or authorised dealer).
4. The appliance has been used for hire purposes or non domestic use.
5. The appliance is second hand or refurbished.
6. Morphy Richards reserves the right not to carry out any type of
servicing under the guarantee at its discretion.
This guarantee does not confer any rights other than those expressly
set out above and does not cover any claims for consequential loss
or damage. This guarantee is oered as an additional benet and
does not aect your statutory rights as a consumer. Morphy Richards
products are intended for household use only. See usage limitations
within the location safety instructions.
Disclaimer
Morphy Richards has a policy of continuous improvement in product
quality and design. The company, therefore reserves the right to
change the specication of its models at any time.
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