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Introduction.3 Place the kettle on its base, put the plug in the wall socket and set the on/off
switch to 'I' (fig. 4).
Congratulations on acquiring your new Philips kettle! In these instructions for use you
The kettle starts heating up.
will find all important information, so you can optimally enjoy your kettle as long as
possible.� The kettle switches off ('O' position) automatically when the water has
reached boiling point.
General description.� You can interrupt the boiling process by setting the on/off switch to 'O'.
1) On/off switch (I/O)
2) Pilot lightCleaning and descaling.
3) LidAlways unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
4) Spout
Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents, scourers etc. to clean the kettle.
5) Water-level indicator
6) Base (HD4399 has no base)Never immerse the kettle or its base in water.
7) Scale filter (HD4642, HD4629, HD4628 and HD4627 only)
Cleaning the kettle
1 Clean the outside of the kettle with a soft, damp cloth moistened with warm
Important.water and some mild cleaning agent.
Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for
Scale is not harmful to your health but it may give your drink a powdery taste. The
future reference.
scale filter prevents scale particles from ending up in your drink. Clean the scale filter
� Check if the voltage indicated on the base of the kettle corresponds to theregularly.
local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
2 The filter can be cleaned (HD4642 and HD4628 only):
� Only use the kettle in combination with its original base.
� Always place the base and the kettle on a dry, flat and stable surface.� by taking it out of the kettle and gently brushing the filter with a soft nylon
� Keep the cord, the base and the appliance away from hot surfaces.brush under a running tap, or.. (fig. 5).
� Do not use the appliance if the mains cord, the plug, the base or the appliance� by leaving it in the kettle when descaling the whole appliance, or...
itself is damaged.� in the dishwasher.
� If the mains cord is damaged, it must always be replaced by Philips, a service
Descaling the kettle
centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
Regular descaling will prolong the life of the kettle.
hazard.
� Do not immerse the appliance or the base in water or any other liquid.In case of normal use (up to 5 times a day), the following descaling frequency is
� The kettle is only meant for boiling water. Do not use it to heat up soup orrecommended:
other liquids or jarred, bottled or tinned food.-Once every 3 months for soft water areas (up to 18 dH).
� Boiling water can cause serious burns. Be careful when the kettle contains hot-Once every month for hard water areas (more than 18 dH).
water.
1 Fill the kettle with water up to three-quarters of the maximum level and bring
� Never fill the kettle beyond the maximum level indication. If the kettle has
the water to the boil.
been overfilled, boiling water may be ejected from the spout and cause
scalding.2 After the kettle has switched off, add white vinegar (8% acetic acid) to the
� Do not open the lid while the water is boiling. Be careful when you open themaximum level.
lid immediately after the water has boiled: the steam coming out of the kettle
3 Leave the solution in the kettle overnight.
is very hot.
� Avoid touching the body of the kettle, as it gets very hot during use. Always4 Empty the kettle and rinse the inside thoroughly.
lift the kettle by its handle.
5 Fill the kettle with clean water and boil the water.
� Keep the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children. Do not let the
mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop. Excess cord can be6 Empty the kettle and rinse it with clean water again.
stored in or around the base of the appliance.
� Repeat the procedure if there is still some scale in the kettle.
� Never fill the kettle below the minimum level to prevent the kettle from
boiling dry.You can also use an appropriate descaler. In that case, follow the instructions on the
� Some condensation may appear on the base of the kettle. This is perfectlypackage of the descaler.
normal and does not mean that the kettle has any defects.
� Depending on the hardness of the water in your area, small spots may appearReplacement.
on the heating element of your kettle when you use it. This phenomenon is
Replacement filters for your kettle can be purchased from your Philips dealer or a
the result of scale build-up on the heating element and on the inside of the
Philips service centre. The table below indicates which filters are suitable for your
kettle over time. The harder the water, the faster scale will build up. Scale can
electric kettle.
occur in different colours. Although scale is harmless, too much scale can
influence the performance of your kettle. Descale your kettle regularly byIf the kettle, the base or the mains cord of the appliance is damaged, take the base
following the instructions given in the chapter 'Descaling'.or the kettle to a service centre authorised by Philips for repair or replacement of
the cord to avoid a hazard.
Boil-dry protection
This kettle is equipped with boil-dry protection. This device will automatically switch
Guarantee & service.
the kettle off if it is accidentally switched on when there is no water or not enough
water in it. The on/off switch will stay in 'on' position and the pilot light, if available,If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at
will stay on. Set the on/off switch to 'O' and let the kettle cool down for 10 minutes.www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you
The kettle is ready for use again.will find its phone number in the world-wide guarantee leaflet). If there is no
Customer Care Centre in your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact
Before first use.the Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.
� Remove stickers, if any, from the base or kettle.
� Place the base on a dry, stable and flat surface.Kettle typeFilter type
� Adjust the length of the cord by winding it round the reel in the base. Pass the
HD4628, HD4627HD4966
cord through one of the slots in the base (fig. 2).
HD4629HD4970
Before using the kettle for the first time:
HD4642HD4960
1 Rinse the kettle with water.
2 Fill the kettle with water up to the maximum level and let it boil once (see
'Using the appliance').
3 Pour out the hot water and rinse the kettle once more.
Using the appliance.
1 Fill the kettle with water either through the spout or through the open lid
(fig. 3).
2 Close the lid.
Make sure that the lid is properly closed to prevent the kettle from boiling dry.
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