Cleaning And Care; Descaling The Kettle; Handling And Transportation - Beko WKM4226R Bedienungsanleitung

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4.1 Cleaning and care

WARNING: Never use petrol
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solvents, abrasive cleaners, metal
objects or hard brushes to clean the
appliance.
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WARNING:
appliance, base (8) or power cord in
water or any other liquid.
1. Turn the appliance off and disconnect it from
wall socket.
2. Let the appliance cool down completely.
3. Use a damp soft cloth and a little mild cleanser
to clean the exterior of the appliance.
4. Water filter (2) can be removed for cleaning
purposes. To do this:
– Press the release downwards and take out
the filter.
– Depending on the level of lime build-up, clean
the filter with water and a little lemon juice or
white vinegar. Use a soft brush.
– Insert the filter again from above until it clicks
into place.
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Before using the appliance after
cleaning, dry all parts carefully using
a soft towel.

4.2 Descaling the kettle

Descaling extends the life of your kettle. Descaling
period depends on the water hardness of your
area.
1. Fill the heater with water up to the maximum
level and boil.
2. After the heater is switched off, unplug the
appliance.
3. Add 2 cups of white vinegar or 1 tablespoon of
citric acid into the boiled water.
4. Keep the solution in the heater for a few hours.
Kettle / User Manual
Never put the
5. Then pour it and rinse the inner part of the
heater thoroughly.
6. Fill the heater with clean water and boil it.
7. Then empty the heater and rinse with water
again.
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If there is still some scale, repeat the
procedure.
You can also use a descaler which
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is appropriate for utensils. If you
use a descaler, please follow the
instructions of that descaler.
4.3 Storage
• If you do not plan to use the appliance for a long
period of time, please store it carefully.
• Make sure the appliance is unplugged, cooled
down and completely dry.
• Store the appliance in a cool, dry place.
• Make sure the appliance is kept out of the reach
of children.
• Wind up the power cord around the cable coil (9)
on the bottom of the base (8).
4.4 Handling and
transportation
• During handling and transportation, carry
the appliance in its original packaging. The
packaging of the appliance protects it against
physical damages.
• Do not place heavy loads on the appliance or the
packaging. The appliance may be damaged.
• Dropping the appliance will render it non-
operational or cause permanent damage.
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