WMF KIneo Instrucciones De Uso página 8

Safety precautions
▪ The appliance should be connected only to earthed wall sockets that have been installed in accord-
ance with the regulations. Keep the power cord and plug dry at all times.
▪ Do not pull or clamp the connection cable over sharp edges. Do not leave it dangling. Protect it
from heat and oil.
▪ Never pull the mains plug out of the socket by the cable or with wet hands.
▪ Stop using the appliance and/or pull the mains plug out of the socket immediately if:
⋅ The appliance or the mains cable is damaged.
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The appliance is leaking.
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You suspect that the appliance may be defective following a fall or similar incident.
In such cases, return the appliance to be repaired.
▪ Do not place the kettle on hot surfaces, such as hot plates or similar, or near open flames. It could
melt.
▪ Do not place the appliance on water-sensitive surfaces. Splashes of water may damage such
surfaces.
▪ Do not operate the appliance under delicate furniture. Escaping steam from boiling could damage
the furniture.
▪ Never operate the kettle unattended.
▪ Do not switch the appliance on without water.
▪ Take the pot for filling from the base.
▪ Only fill with clean water, not milk, coffee, etc.
▪ Do not move the appliance or pull on the mains cable during operation.
▪ Never use the appliance with the lid open.
▪ WARNING: Danger of scalding due to hot casing and escaping steam. Only hold the kettle by
the handle when in operation, and do not open the lid when pouring.
▪ Always completely empty the pot. Do not leave residual water in the appliance for a long period of
time.
▪ Pull out the mains plug:
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If the appliance malfunctions during use;
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Before cleaning and care;
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After use
▪ No liability shall be accepted for any damage resulting from misuse, incorrect operation or
improper repairs.
Warranty claims will be deemed invalid in such cases.
▪ Packaging materials, such as plastic bags, must be kept out of the reach of children.
Using the appliance for the first time
▪ Connect the mains plug to an earthed socket.
▪ Fill with the desired amount of water, but no higher than the maximum marking (Fig. C).
▪ In order for the automatic boiling shut-off to function reliably, you must close the lid.
▪ Place the kettle on the base in any position and press the On/Off button. The appliance beeps and
the last set temperature is displayed.
▪ Set the desired temperature by pressing the Plus/Minus buttons. You can set the temperature
individually in increments of 5°C (9 °F) between 40 and 100°C (104°F -212 °F).
▪ Then press the Start/Stop button to start boiling.
▪ The live temperature display indicates the current temperature of the water during boiling.
▪ Do not use the water from the first boiling process for food preparation.
▪ You can also adjust the desired water temperature during boiling by pressing the Plus/Minus but-
tons.
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▪ You can interrupt the boiling process at any time by pressing the Start/Stop button, On/Off button
or by lifting the kettle off its base.
▪ As soon as the water has reached the desired temperature, the appliance beeps and the automatic
boiling shut-off switches the appliance off.
Setting the temperature unit (°C/°F)
Connect the mains plug to an earthed socket. Press the Plus button and hold it down for at least 3
seconds. The current temperature unit blinks in the display. Select °C or °F by pressing the Plus button
and then press the Start/Stop button to confirm your choice. The appliance beeps.
Temperatures for different types of tea
The kettle can heat water to a desired temperature, such as for various types of tea:
Temperature Type of tea
White tea
70°C
Yellow tea
Green tea
80°C
Oolong tea
Black tea
90-100°C
Herbal tea, fruit tea
Safety system
A thermostat protects the kettle from overheating due to accidental operation without water by
switching off the appliance.
It is essential to allow the pot to cool down before filling with water.
Should the first thermostat malfunction due to improper use, an additional temperature regulator
provides reliable protection.
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