1 Litre indicator(types HD 4637 and HD 4637/6)The scale filter can be cleaned by
The indicator will turn orange when the kettle is- removing it from the kettle (make sure no hot
filled with one litre of water (or more) (fig. 4).water is in the kettle)
- and running it under the tap while gently
Switching onbrushing with a soft nylon brush (fig. 8)
- Place the kettle on the base unit (D) (fig. 5).- and/or by soaking the filter in vinegar or a
- Switch the kettle on (fig. 6).proprietary descaling agent overnight.
Switching offYou can also clean the scale filter by leaving it in
- The kettle will switch off automatically once thethe kettle during descaling of the whole appliance.
water boils (fig. 7a)See under ?Descaling your Kettle?.
- You can switch the kettle off manually at any
time (fig. 7b).After the scale filter is cleaned, simply replace it
Some time after switching off, a click may bein the kettle (fig. 9).
heard. This is of no importance.Make sure never to leave the scale filter loose
inside the kettle.
Switching on again?
- You can switch the kettle on again after letting Replacement scale filter
it cool down for at least half a minute.Replacement scale filters can be obtained from
your Philips dealer under type n° HD 4967.
Types HD 4637, HD 4637/3, HD 4637/6 and
CleaningHD 4637/9 are supplied with a scale filter.
Replacement filter type n° HD 4967 fits all models
Disconnect the base unit from the mains beforein the HD 4630-37.
cleaning.
The outside of the appliance can be cleaned by
simply wiping with a cloth moistened with soapyDescaling your kettle
water.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, scourers, etc.Excess limescale will shorten the life of the
heating element and may cause your kettle to
start functioning improperly.
Filterline scale filter(types HD 4637, To ensure a continuous high level of performance
HD 4637/3, HD 4637/6 and HD 4637/9)and to prevent the appliance from being affected
by limescale, we advise you to descale your kettle
Limescale deposit regularly.
Limescale is a harmless deposit which is naturallyHow often you need to descale your kettle
formed when hard water is heated. depends on the hardness of the water in your
The amount of scale deposit (and thus the need area and the frequency with which you use the
to descale your kettle) largely depends on theappliance.
hardness of the tapwater in your area and the
frequency with which you use your kettle.Follow the manufacturer?s instructions, if you
descale with a proprietary descaling agent.
Limescale is not harmful to your health, but it
gives a powdery taste to your beverage. Alternatively, proceed as follows:
The ?Filterline? scale filter (E) is designed to- Boil 700 ml of water in your kettle.
prevent scale particles from being poured into- After switch-off, add 300 ml of normal (8%)
your beverage by trapping them within the kettle. vinegar to the water in the kettle.
The scale filter is removable to enable cleaning- Leave the solution to stand in the kettle
and replacement.overnight.
- Empty the solution out and rinse the inside
Cleaning the scale filterof the kettle thoroughly with clean water.
As the scale filter traps the scale particles it needs- Fill the kettle with clean water and bring to
regular cleaning to maintain easy filling andthe boil.
pouring of the kettle.- Empty the kettle and rinse again with clean
water.
If scale remains, repeat the procedure.
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