Chef's Choice 673 - Decalcification; Scale Filter Maintenance

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Decalcification
In areas with a high calcium content in the water supply,
the Kettle should be decalcified at regular intervals.
• FilltheKettlewithasolutionof3cupswaterand10
tablespoons of vinegar and bring to a boil.
• Whenprocessiscomplete,rinsetheKettletwicewith
clean water.
• Commerciallyavailableliquiddecalciersmayalsobe
used. Follow the instructions provided with decalcifier by
its manufacturer.
Regular decalcification will keep the Kettle operating at
peak performance and electrical efficiency. It will also
extend the life of the Kettle.
Over time slightly brownish stains may appear inside of the Kettle. This is not rusting of the Kettle, it is a result of high
iron content in the water supply, often referred to as boiler scale. These stains can be easily wiped away with a cloth or
mild abrasive. Rinse Kettle thoroughly after decalcification or cleaning.
Scale Filter
To prevent loose particles of limescale being poured into your beverage, the Kettle is equipped with a scale filter behind
the spout. The filter is removable for cleaning and replacement. Do not operate the kettle without this filter in place. If
this filter is removed, the function of the steam switch will be compromised. Replacement filters are available from the
EdgeCraft Corp.
• Beforeremovingthelter(forreplacementorcleaning):
– make sure the Kettle is unplugged from the power source.
– do not attempt to remove the filter when hot or when the Kettle contains hot water.
• Toremovethelter(Fig.2),opentheKettleandcarefullyplaceangerunderthehandleofthescreen(A),slidethescreen
upward, and lift it out of its track (B).
• Scalecanberemovedfromthelterby:
- running water over filter under a tap, while gently brushing with a soft nylon brush.
- or by soaking the filter in heated vinegar solution or a commercially available descaling agent.
• Toreinsertthelter,holdthescreenbyitshandle(A),insertitintotheplasticgroovesandslideitdownthegrooves(B)
until it seats firmly in place.
• Neverleavethelterlooseinsidethekettle.Ensurethatthelterisalwayscorrectlysecuredbehindthespout.
Figure 2.
B
A