Manual Black and Decker KE2020C Kettle

Manual

Size: 19.685" x 17.5"

Please Read and Save this Use and Care Book

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should

always be followed, including the following:

❍ Read all instructions.

❍ Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

❍ To protect against fire, electric shock and injury to persons do

not immerse cord, plugs or base in water or other liquid.

❍ Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by

or near children.

❍ Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.

Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before

cleaning the appliance.

❍ 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 authorized service

facility for examination, repair or adjustment. Or, call the

appropriate toll-free number on the cover of this manual.

❍ The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the

appliance manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock or

injury to persons.

❍ Do not use outdoors

❍ Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot

surfaces.

❍ Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a

heated oven.

❍ To disconnect, turn any control to OFF (O), then remove plug

from wall outlet.

❍ Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

❍ Keep lid on kettle when in use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This product is for household use only.

Copyright © 2009 Applica Consumer Products, Inc.

2009/12-1-1E/F

Printed on recycled paper

Imprimé sur du papier recyclé.

Product may vary slightly from what is illustrated.

NEED HELP?

For service, repair or any questions regarding your appliance, call the

appropriate 800 number on the cover of this book. DO NOT return the product

to the place of purchase. Also, please DO NOT mail product back to the

manufacturer, nor bring it to a service center. You may also want to consult the

website listed on the cover of this manual.

Two-Year Limited Warranty

(Applies only in the United States and Canada)

What does it cover?

•Anydefectinmaterialorworkmanshipprovided;however,Applica’sliability

will not exceed the purchase price of the product.

For how long?

• Twoyearsafterthedateoforiginalpurchase.

What will we do to help you?

• Provideyouwithareasonablysimilarreplacementproductthatiseithernew

or factory refurbished.

How do you get service?

• Saveyourreceiptasproofofdateofsale.

• Checkouron-lineservicesiteatwww.prodprotect.com/applica,orcallour

toll-free number, 1-800-231-9786, for general warranty service.

• Ifyouneedpartsoraccessories,pleasecall1-800-738-0245.

What does your warranty not cover?

• Damagefromcommercialuse

• Damagefrommisuse,abuseorneglect

• Productsthathavebeenmodifiedinanyway

• Productsusedorservicedoutsidethecountryofpurchase

• Glasspartsandotheraccessoryitemsthatarepackedwiththeunit

• Shippingandhandlingcostsassociatedwiththereplacementoftheunit

• Consequentialorincidentaldamages(Pleasenote,however,thatsomestatesdo

not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so

this limitation may not apply to you.)

How does state law relate to this warranty?

• Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights,andyoumayalsohaveotherrights

that vary from state to state or province to province.

isatrademarkofTheBlack&DeckerCorporation,Towson,Maryland,USA

MadeinPeople’sRepublicofChina

PrintedinPeople’sRepublicofChina

MODEL/MODÈLE

❍ KE2020C

CustomerCr Line:

USA/Canada

1-800-231-9786

Accessories/Parts

(USA/Canada)

Accessoires/Pièces

(É.U. / Canada)

1-800-738-0245

How to Use

This unit is for household use only.

GETTING STARTED

1. Remove all packing material and any stickers from the product.

2. Please go to www.prodprotect.com/applica to register your warranty.

3. Before first use, wash the interior of the kettle with hot soapy water.

4. Rinse well until water comes out clear.

Important: Never immerse the kettle in water or other liquids – or place in the

dishwasher.

5. Washtheremovablefilterwithwarmsoapywaterandrinsewell.

6. Place the kettle on a level surface: allow enough space for the steam to escape

without damaging the counters, cabinets or walls.

7. Fill the kettle with 2 cups of cold tap water and 1 cup of vinegar. Bring to boil

and discard.

8. Fill the kettle with at least 6 cups of cold tap water. Bring to boil and discard.

Repeat. Kettle is now ready for use.

Note: The kettle only operates when the ON switch is in the ON position. The kettle

will automatically shut off once the water has boiled and when there is no more

water in the kettle.

Warning: This product features boil/dry protection. If the kettle is accidentally

left plugged in without being filled or is allowed to boil to a very low level, it will

automatically repeat a cycle of turning off, cooling down and coming back on,

unless unplugged.

Tip:Forbestresults,beforeusingthekettleagainunplugitandwait5to10

minutes for the heating elements to cool down. Then refill the kettle with cold tap

water and plug it back in for normal use.

BOILING WATER

1. Fill with desired amount of cold tap water (from 3 to 7

½

cups) through the

pour spout.

Important: Do not overfill the kettle. The kettle should have at least 3 cups of cold

tap water in it before using it. Make sure the water level is below the bottom of

the pour spout. This prevents the boiling water from spilling onto the counter.

Important: Do not operate the kettle without water.

2. Plug the kettle into a standard electrical outlet. The power indicator light

turns on.

3. Press the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. The water will begin to heat.

4. Whenthewaterboils,thekettleandtheindicatorlightwillautomaticallyshut

off.

Warning: This product features boil/dry protection. If the kettle is accidentally

left plugged in without being filled or is allowed to boil to a very low level, it will

automatically repeat a cycle of turning off, cooling down, and coming back on

unless unplugged.

Important: Do not try to hold the switch in the ON position once the water

has boiled.

5. Unplugthekettlewhennotinuse.

6. Pick up the kettle by the cool-touch handle.

Warning: The kettle when filled with boiling water is hot on the outside.

Use only the cool-touch handle to pick it up.

Note: When taking the kettle to the table, carry it with caution to avoid spillage.

Place it on a trivet or hot pad to protect the table surface or tablecloth.

GROUNDED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a

polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,

reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do

not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREW

Warning: This appliance is equipped with a tamper-resistant screw to

prevent removal of the outer cover. To reduce the risk of fire or electric

shock, do not attempt to remove the outer cover. There are no user-

serviceable parts inside. Repair should be done only by authorized

service personnel.

ELECTRICAL CORD

a) A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) is to be

provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or

tripping over a longer cord.

b) Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension cords are

available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.

c) If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord is used,

1) The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord

or extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating

of the appliance,

2) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should

be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and

3) The longer 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.

Note: If the power supply cord is damaged, it should be replaced by

qualifiedpersonnel;inLatinAmerica,byanauthorizedservicecenter.

7. Hold kettle level when pouring, especially when it's filled to the maximum

capacity. Do not pour too fast.

8. To re-boil water, wait several minutes for kettle to cool, pour out any unused

water and then follow steps 1 through 7.

Important: To reuse the kettle, allow it to cool down.

Care and Cleaning

This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service

personnel.

1. Before cleaning, be sure the kettle is unplugged and has cooled completely. Empty

any remaining water from the kettle.

2. Wash the inside of the kettle with hot soapy water.

3. Rinse well until water comes out clear.

Important: Never immerse the kettle in water or other liquids – or place in the

dishwasher.

4. Washtheremovablescalefilterwithwarmsoapywaterandrinsewell.

5. Wipetheexteriorofthekettleandbasewithadampclothorspongeanddry.The

concealed heating element at the bottom of the interior may discolor. This will not

affect performance. Do not use abrasive soaps, cleansers, or scouring pads.

6. Over time, the kettle may heat up but will not boil, depending on your use and the

hardness of the water in your area. When this happens, it is time for descaling. Use

a scale/lime remover and follow its manufacturer's directions.

BUILT-IN LIME SCALE PROTECTION

Lime scale forms over time when water is heated. Though harmless it may be

bothersome. The concealed heating element in the kettle is designed to help reduce

scale buildup.

The kettle has a removable filter at the bottom of the pour spout to prevent particles

from pouring into your beverage.

1. Pour spout

† 2. Removable scale filter (Part # KE2020-01)

3. Cool-touch handle

4. ON/OFF switch with power indicator light

5. Slip-resistant base

Note: † indicates consumer replaceable/removable parts

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3

4

5

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Svc à la clientèle:

Canada 1-800-231-9786

Accessoires/Pièces (Canada)

1-800-738-0245

Pour accéder au service à la

clientèle en ligne ou pour inscrire

votre produit en ligne, rendez-vour à

www.prodprotect.com/applica

For online customer service

and to register your product, go to

www.prodprotect.com/applica

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