The Russell Hobbs Eden Kettle (RHK4W) is an electric kettle designed for household use, offering a blend of functionality, safety, and ease of maintenance. It is primarily used for heating water quickly and efficiently.
Function Description:
The Eden Kettle operates by heating water through an internal element, automatically switching off once the water reaches boiling point. It features a power base that connects to a wall outlet, allowing the kettle to be lifted and poured without a cord. The kettle is designed with a lid, spout, and a filter to prevent scale particles from entering your drink. A switch with an indicator light controls the heating process.
Important Technical Specifications:
While specific voltage and power ratings are not explicitly detailed in the provided manual, the kettle is designed to connect to standard electrical power outlets. It is crucial to connect the kettle to the electrical voltage requirements specified on its ratings label. The warranty for Russell Hobbs products, including this kettle, is two years for parts defective in workmanship or materials from the date of purchase. A limited 90-day warranty applies to any industrial or commercial use, emphasizing its design for domestic use.
Usage Features:
Positioning:
- Stable Surface: The power base should be placed on a stable, level surface to ensure safe operation.
- Cable Management: The cable should be routed to prevent it from overhanging, being caught, or tripped over. Any excess cable can be wound beneath the power base for tidiness and safety.
Filling:
- Safety First: If the kettle has just boiled, it will be full of steam. Hands should be kept clear when opening the lid to avoid steam burns.
- Procedure: Remove the kettle from the power base. Lift the lid up and away from the kettle to prevent steam from reaching your hand.
- Water Level: Fill the kettle with at least 2 cups of water, but never above the 'max' line. Overfilling can cause boiling water to spit from the spout.
- Lid Security: Ensure the lid is securely in place, as an insecure lid may prevent the kettle from switching off automatically when it boils.
Switching On:
- Steam Warning: Keep clear of the spout when boiling, as steam will escape.
- Connection: Plug the power cord into a wall power outlet and switch it on.
- Placement: Place the kettle on the power base, taking care not to spill any water.
- Activation: Press the switch down; the light will glow, indicating that the kettle is heating up.
Switching Off:
- Automatic Shut-off: The kettle will automatically switch off, and the light will go out, once the water boils.
- Manual Shut-off: To switch off manually, either lift the switch or lift the kettle off the power base.
General Use:
- Pouring: Remove the kettle from the power base before pouring. Pour slowly and avoid over-tilting to prevent splashing.
- Moisture on Base: It is normal to see moisture on the power base when lifting the kettle. This is condensed steam used for the automatic shut-off mechanism.
- Avoid Tilting Backwards: Do not tilt the kettle backwards, as water may enter the control area. If this occurs, empty any remaining water and allow the kettle to dry for 12 hours in a warm place before further use.
Using with Insufficient Water:
- Element Protection: Using the kettle with insufficient water can shorten the life of the heating element.
- Boil-Dry Cut-out: If the kettle is accidentally switched on without enough water, a boil-dry cut-out will activate, switching the kettle off.
- Cooling Down: To reset the kettle after a boil-dry event, remove it from the power base (the boil switch will pop up) and allow it to cool completely on a stable, heat-resistant surface. Do not refill with water until it is cold, as it may spit.
Maintenance Features:
Care and Maintenance:
- Safety First: Always ensure the kettle is switched off (by lifting and replacing it on the power base) and unplugged from the wall outlet before cleaning.
- Exterior Cleaning: Allow the kettle to cool fully. Wipe the outside of the kettle and power base with a damp cloth, using a mild dishwashing detergent if needed. Keep all connectors and sockets dry.
- Immersion Warning: Do not immerse the kettle or power base in liquid.
- Cleaning Agents: Do not use alkaline cleaning agents or harsh abrasives on the appliance.
- Interior Cleaning: The inside of the kettle should be cleaned according to the "DE-SCALE REGULARLY" instructions.
De-Scale Regularly – Even in Soft Water Areas:
- Purpose: Water contains minerals that form scale deposits inside the kettle, which can discolour surfaces and affect performance. Regular de-scaling maintains performance.
- Frequency: De-scale every three months, or more frequently in hard water areas.
- Procedure:
- Add 2 to 3 teaspoons of citric acid or a commercial de-scaler to the empty kettle.
- Fill the kettle with fresh cold water to the MAX level.
- Switch the ON/OFF switch to ON and allow the kettle to boil.
- Once boiled, allow the kettle to cool.
- Discard the water into the sink.
Rinse After De-Scaling:
- Procedure:
- Fill the kettle with fresh cold water to the MAX level.
- Switch the ON/OFF switch to ON and allow the kettle to boil.
- Discard the water into the sink.
- Repeat this rinsing process three times, discarding the water each time.
- Warranty Note: Products returned under warranty with faults due to scale may incur a repair charge.
Water Filter:
- Function: The filter prevents scale particles, which can make water cloudy or greasy, from entering your drink.
- Cleaning: The filter should be removed and cleaned regularly.
Cleaning the Filter:
- Preparation: Ensure hands are free from soap, hand cream, or anything that might leave a taint. Switch off the power and remove the plug. Allow the kettle to cool fully.
- Removal: Remove the lid. Put a finger into the spout and press on the center of the filter to push it into the body of the kettle. Lift the filter out.
- Caution: Do not press on the mesh part of the filter, as it may damage it.
- Cleaning: Rinse the filter under running tap water while brushing with a soft brush.
- Kettle Rinse: Rinse the kettle in case scale particles have fallen inside.
- Reinstallation: From inside the kettle, press the filter into the spout until its tabs grip the inside of the spout.
- Final Steps: Refill the kettle and replace the lid.
- Warning: Do not use the kettle without the filter in place, as it may spit boiling water.
Important Safeguards:
- Electrical Hazards: Do not immerse the power cord, plug, power base, or kettle in water or any other liquid.
- Environment: Do not use in the bathroom, near any water source, or outdoors.
- Hot Surfaces: Always use the appliance's handles, as some parts may become hot.
- Supervision: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless supervised or instructed by a responsible person.
- Cleaning: Always turn off and unplug before cleaning.
- Power Off: Turn off the power at the wall outlet when not in use.
- Disconnecting: To disconnect, turn off the wall power outlet, then grasp and pull the plug from the wall outlet. Never pull by the cord.
- Damaged Appliance: Do not operate with a damaged cord/plug, or if it has malfunctioned, been dropped, or damaged. Contact Customer Service for replacement, examination, repair, or adjustment.
- User Serviceable Parts: There are no user serviceable parts. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
- Surface: Do not use on an inclined plane or unstable surface.
- Movement: Do not move the kettle while it is switched on.
- Lid: Ensure the lid is properly closed, or the kettle may not switch off once boiled. Do not open the lid while water is heating or boiling.
- Pouring Safety: Always take care when pouring. Pour slowly, do not over-tilt.
- Scalding Hazard: The scalding hazard remains long after boiling. Keep the kettle, power base, and cord away from table edges or countertops and out of reach of children or infirm persons.
- Power Base Compatibility: Only use the kettle with the provided power base and vice versa.
- Cable Management: Wind excess cable beneath the power base.
- Heat Sources: Do not place on or near any heat sources.
- Intended Use: Do not use this appliance for other than its intended purpose of heating water.
- Minimum Water: Do not switch on the kettle unless it contains at least two cups of water.
- Maximum Fill: Do not fill past 'max', otherwise boiling water may spill from the spout.
- Filter: Do not use without the filter fitted.
- Unattended Use: Do not leave the product unattended when in use or where it may be touched by children or infirm persons.
- Cleaning Agents: Do not use alkaline cleaning agents or harsh abrasives. Follow the 'Care and Maintenance' section instructions.
- Children: This appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with it.
- External Timer/Remote Control: This appliance is not intended to be operated by an external timer or separate remote control system.
- De-scaling: De-scale regularly for proper operation.
- RCD Protection: For added safety, electrical appliances should be connected to a power outlet protected by a residual current device (RCD), also known as a 'Safety Switch'. Consult an electrician if unsure.
This appliance is for household use only.
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