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Introduction.Using the appliance.
Congratulations on acquiring your new Philips kettle! In these instructions for use you1 Open the lid.
will find all the information you need to optimally enjoy your kettle for a long time.
2 Fill the kettle with water (fig. 3).
General description (fig. 1).You can fill the kettle either through the spout or through the open lid.
A On/off switch (I/O)3 Close the lid.
B LidMake sure that the lid is properly closed to prevent the kettle from boiling dry.
C Spout
D Water level indicator4 Place the kettle on its base, put the plug in the wall socket.
E Base� HD4628 and HD4626: Set the on/off switch to 'I' (fig. 4).
F Scale filter (HD4646/HD4628 only)� HD4638: Set the on/off switch to 'I' (fig. 5).
Important.� HD4646: Set the on/off switch to 'I' (fig. 6).
� The kettle starts heating up.
Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them� The kettle automatically switches off ('O' position) when the water has
for future reference.reached boiling point.
� Check if the voltage indicated on the base of the kettle corresponds to the� You can interrupt the boiling process by setting the on/off switch to 'O'.
local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.Cleaning and descaling.
� Only use the kettle in combination with its original base.Always unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
� Always place the base and the kettle on a dry, flat and stable surface.
� Keep the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children. Do not let theDo not use any abrasive cleaning agents, scourers etc. to clean the appliance.
mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop. Excess cord can beNever immerse the kettle or its base in water.
stored in the base of the appliance.
� Keep the cord, the base and the kettle away from hot surfaces.Cleaning the kettle
� Do not use the appliance if the mains cord, the plug, the base or the kettle1 Clean the outside of the kettle with a soft, damp cloth moistened with warm
itself is damaged.water and some mild cleaning agent.
� If the mains cord is damaged, it must always be replaced by Philips, a service
centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid aCleaning the filter (HD4646/HD4628 only)
hazard.Scale is not harmful to your health but it may give your drink a powdery taste. The
� Do not immerse the kettle or the base in water or any other liquid.scale filter prevents scale particles from ending up in your drink. Clean the scale filter
� The kettle is only meant for boiling water. Do not use it to heat up soup orregularly.
other liquids or jarred, bottled or tinned food.1 The filter can be cleaned in three ways:
� Boiling water can cause serious burns. Be careful when the kettle contains
� by taking it out of the kettle (1) and gently brushing the filter with a soft
hot water.nylon brush under a running tap (2) (fig. 7).
� Never fill the kettle beyond the maximum level indication. If the kettle has� by leaving it in the kettle when descaling the whole appliance.
been overfilled, boiling water may be ejected from the spout and cause� in the dishwasher.
scalding.
� Do not open the lid while the water is boiling. Be careful when you open theDescaling the kettle
lid immediately after the water has boiled: the steam coming out of the kettleRegular descaling will prolong the life of the kettle.
is very hot.
� Avoid touching the body of the kettle, as it gets very hot during use.In case of normal use (up to 5 times a day), the following descaling frequency is
� Always lift the kettle by its handle.recommended:
� HD4646 only: Always make sure the water in the kettle at least covers the-Once every 3 months for soft water areas (up to 18 dH).
bottom of the kettle to prevent the kettle from boiling dry.-Once every month for hard water areas (more than 18 dH).
� HD4638/HD4628/HD4626 only: Never fill the kettle below the minimum1 Fill the kettle with water up to three-quarters of the maximum level and
level to prevent the kettle from boiling dry.bring the water to the boil.
� Some condensation may appear on the base of the kettle. This is perfectly
2 After the kettle has switched off, add white vinegar (8% acetic acid) to the
normal and does not mean that the kettle has any defects.maximum level.
� Depending on the hardness of the water in your area, small spots may appear
on the heating element of your kettle when you use it. This phenomenon is3 Leave the solution in the kettle overnight.
the result of scale build-up on the heating element and on the inside of the4 Empty the kettle and rinse the inside thoroughly.
kettle over time. The harder the water, the faster scale will build up. Scale
can occur in different colours. Although scale is harmless, too much scale can5 Fill the kettle with clean water and boil the water.
influence the performance of your kettle. Descale your kettle regularly by6 Empty the kettle and rinse it with clean water again.
following the instructions given in the chapter 'Cleaning and descaling'.
� Repeat the procedure if there is still some scale in the kettle.
Boil-dry protection
This kettle is equipped with boil-dry protection. This device will automatically switchYou can also use an appropriate descaler. In that case, follow the instructions on the
the kettle off if it is accidentally switched on when there is no water or not enoughpackage of the descaler.
water in it. The on/off switch will stay in 'on' position. Set the on/off switch to 'off'
and let the kettle cool down for 10 minutes. Then lift the kettle from its base toReplacement.
reset the boil-dry protection. The kettle is now ready for use again.Replacement filters for your kettle can be purchased from your Philips dealer or a
Philips service centre. The table below indicates which filters are suitable for your
Before first use.kettle.
� Remove stickers, if any, from the base or kettle.
� Place the base on a dry, stable and flat surface.If the kettle, the base or the mains cord of the appliance is damaged, take the base
� HD4646 only: You can adjust the length of the cord by winding it round theor the kettle to a service centre authorised by Philips for repair or replacement of
reel in the base (fig. 2).the cord to avoid a hazard.
� Pass the cord through one of the slots in the base.Environment.
Before using the kettle for the first time:� Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household waste at the
end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By
1 Rinse the kettle with water.doing this you will help to preserve the environment (fig. 8).
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.
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