KITCHENAID KEK1222 (01) PDF DOCUMENT

When using your KITCHENAID KEK1222, basic safety precautions should always be followed:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles.

3. To protect against fire, electrical shock and injury to persons do not immerse base, cord, plug, or Electric Kettle in water or other liquids.

4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Unplug the Electric Kettle from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the 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 the appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.

7. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

8. Do not use outdoors.

9. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a 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. The Electric Kettle should only be used to heat water.

12. Do not use the Electric Kettle without the lid properly closed.

13. Do not use the Electric Kettle with a loose or weakened handle.

14. Do not use the appliance for other than intended use.

15. Do not clean the Electric Kettle with abrasive cleaners, steel wool, or other abrasive materials.

16. This product is designed for indoor household use only. Not designed for commercial use.

17. Do not overfill the Electric Kettle.

18. To disconnect, turn any control to “off,” then remove the plug from the wall outlet.

19. Scalding may occur if the lid is removed during the brewing cycle.

Electrical Shock Hazard:

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove the 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.

Volts: 120 V.A.C.

Hertz: 60 Hz

NOTE: The KITCHENAID KEK1222 has a 3 prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug will fit in an outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or serviceman install an outlet near the appliance.

A short power supply cord should be used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

If a longer extension cord is used:

– The marked electrical rating of the 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.

The KITCHENAID KEK1222 electric kettle includes the following parts:

– Lid

– Water fill location

– ON/OFF switch with LED indicator

– Base with power cord

– Filter

Before first use, fill the KITCHENAID KEK1222 Electric Kettle to the maximum level, then boil and discard the water. If the cord is too short, turn the Kettle base over and unwrap any additional cord needed to plug in where desired.

NOTE: The Electric Kettle is designed for water only. Do not put any other liquids or substances in the Electric Kettle.

1. Remove the lid from the kettle. Fill the electric kettle with water.

2. Replace the lid.

3. Place the electric kettle on the base.

4. Turn the electric kettle ON by pressing the ON/OFF switch down. The LED indicator will light. The kettle will automatically turn OFF when the water has finished boiling.

5. You may also turn it off by raising the switch to the OFF position.

6. Unplug the cord when the Electric Kettle is not in use.

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, always disconnect the Electric Kettle from the electrical outlet. Make sure the Electric Kettle has cooled completely.

The exterior of the KITCHENAID KEK1222 may be cleaned with a damp cloth. Dry and polish the Electric Kettle with a soft cloth. Abrasives and scouring agents of any kind are not recommended.

The KITCHENAID KEK1222 features a removable mesh filter that traps scale deposits for cleaner water. The filter will need to be cleaned periodically, more often if you have hard water.

1. To access the filter: Open the lid; the filter is located behind the spout inside the Electric Kettle. Grasp the top of the filter to remove it.

2. Clean under hot water with a soft brush or cloth to remove deposits, and replace the filter by sliding it into the slot behind the spout.

NOTE: If calcium deposits remain on the filter, let it stand overnight in a solution of water and white vinegar. Rinse the filter thoroughly and replace it in the Electric Kettle.

To get the best performance from your KITCHENAID KEK1222, decalcification will be necessary. Calcium deposits may form on the interior metal parts of the Electric Kettle. The cleaning interval will depend on the hardness of the water you put in the Electric Kettle.

1. Fill the Electric Kettle with 1 cup (.25 L) of white vinegar. Add 3 cups (.75 L) of water. Turn the kettle ON.

2. Empty the solution from the Electric Kettle and repeat the process twice. The Electric Kettle is now ready for use.

If the cord is too short, turn the Kettle base over, and unwrap any additional cord needed to plug in where desired.