product safety READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This product can be used by children aged 8 years and above, and persons who require supervision, provided: • they are familiar with the hazards associated with the product, and, • they receive instruction by a competent person on how to safely use the product. Children must not play with the product. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be done by children unless they are aged 8 or older and are supervised.
features qw e r s t a o y u i 1 BRITA® Memo start button 2 BRITA® Memo display 3 Hinged lid 4 Lid release button 5 Illuminated water chamber 6 On/off switch 7 BRITA® MAXTRA® filter cartridge 8 360º power base with cord storage and cable exit 9 Fast boil 3000W concealed element 10 Filter funnel (inside kettle) 11 Spout Due to our policy of continuous improvement, the actual product may differ slightly from the one illustrated in these instructions.
before first use Please follow the information on the use of BRITA® filter cartridges and the BRITA® Memo indicated in the BRITA® information guide. 1. Remove any packaging/promotional material from the kettle. 2. Remove the filter cartridge and follow Preparing the BRITA® MAXTRA® cartridge instructions on page 5. 3. Open the lid and lift out the filter funnel. Wash it in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly then replace the filter funnel. 4.
preparing the BRITA® MAXTRA® cartridge 1. Remove the cartridge from its wrapping (it is normal for the cartridge to appear moist during storage). 2. Immerse the cartridge in cold water and shake gently to remove any air bubbles. There is no need to presoak this cartridge before use. 3. Insert the cartridge into the filter funnel and push it firmly into place. When correctly fitted, the cartridge should remain in place when the funnel is turned upside-down. 4.
using the BRITA® Memo function It is important to change your BRITA® filter cartridge regularly to enjoy the benefits of BRITA® filtered water. Filtering your water improves the look and taste of hot drinks by reducing limescale (carbonate hardness), chlorine and other impurities. q The BRITA® Memo automatically reminds you when your filter cartridge needs to be changed. When you have fitted and prepared your filter cartridge, start the Memo as follows: 1.
lighting Lighting sequence The lights used to illuminate your kettle are LEDs. The amount of energy used by LEDs is very small—a fraction of the energy used by a normal light bulb. Kettle Illumination Kettle plugged in, kettle on/off switch OFF The Spectra stand-by illumination is active. The water chamber softly glows through the colour spectrum. The Spectra stand-by illumination will go out after approximately 20 mins.
using your kettle If this kettle is filled above the maximum level mark, hot water may be ejected from the spout during boiling. Beware of steam coming from the spout or lid especially during refilling. Never open the lid when the kettle is boiling. The Filter and filter funnel must be fitted to the kettle in order for it to operate correctly. 1. With the kettle switched off, plug the power base into a suitable power outlet. 2. Remove the kettle from the power base before filling it with water.
cleaning Always unplug the kettle from the mains supply socket and allow it to completely cool down before cleaning or descaling it. Do not immerse the kettle, power base or power cord and plug in water or any other liquid. • Clean the exterior surface of the kettle with a damp cloth and then polish with a soft dry cloth. Do not use steel wool pads or harsh/abrasive cleaners. • Descale your kettle to keep it working efficiently.
recycling The MAXTRA® cartridge is 100% recyclable. Look out for BRITA® recycling points in major retailers or visit www.brita.co.uk for more information. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) WEEE is the fastest growing waste stream in the UK, growing by at least 5% each year. The UK public alone dispose of over 1.2 million tonnes of electrical and electronic waste every year; this would fill the new Wembley Stadium six times over. Much of the UK’s electronic waste ends up in landfill sites.
recycling The Crossed out Wheeled Bin Symbol All new electrical and electronic equipment should be marked with the crossed out wheeled bin, which aims to encourage you to separate out WEEE from other household waste and to dispose of it at a recycling facility. recycle-more.co.uk For advice on all aspects of recycling, to find out how to minimise your effect on the environment and locate your nearest recycling facilities for electronic waste please visit www.recycle-more.co.
connection to the mains supply This appliance must be earthed. This appliance is fitted with either a moulded or rewirable BS1363, 13 amp plug. The fuse should be rated at 13 amps and be ASTA approved to BS1362. If the fuse in a moulded plug needs to be changed, the fuse cover must be refitted. The appliance must not be used without the fuse cover fitted. If the plug is unsuitable, it should be dismantled and removed from the supply cord and an appropriate plug fitted as detailed below.
after sales service These appliances are built to the very highest of standards. There are no user serviceable parts. Follow these steps if the unit fails to operate: 1. Check the instructions have been followed correctly. 2. Check that the fuse has not blown. 3. Check that the mains supply is functional. If the appliance will still not operate, return the appliance to the place it was purchased for a replacement. To return the appliance to the Customer Service Department, follow the steps below: 1.
guarantee Please keep your receipt as this will be required for any claims under this guarantee. This appliance is guaranteed for 1 year after your purchase as described in this document. During this guaranteed period, if in the unlikely event the appliance no longer functions due to a design or manufacturing fault, please take it back to the place of purchase, with your till receipt and a copy of this guarantee.
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