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English
Important
• Read these instructions carefully in conjunction with the illustrations before using the
appliance for the first time. Keep these instructions for future reference.
• Unless a specific reference is made, these instructions apply to both kettles types HD 4624
and HD 4625.
• This kettle has a safety cut-out which protects it against overheating due to operation with
insufficient water. If the kettle ever runs dry, switch it off and allow 10 minutes to cool down,
then refill with cold water. The safety cut-out will automatically reset. Subsequently you can
switch the kettle on again.
• Place the base unit of the kettle on a cool and firm, level surface.
• Never immerse the kettle or the base unit in water.
• If the kettle is tipped back too far, water will spill through the back cover. Though the kettle
will still be electrically safe, extra care must be taken if it contains hot or boiling water.
• WARNING: If the kettle is overfilled there is a risk that boiling water will be ejected from the
spout.
• Prevent children from pulling the mains cord. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the
work surface.
• Pour away the very first water boiled. The kettle is then ready for use.
• The kettle must only be used with the base unit supplied.
• If the supply cord becomes damaged, it must only be replaced by an authorised Philips
service representative as special tools and/or parts are required.
General description (fig. 1)
A Water level indicator
B Lid
C On/Off switch
D Base unit
E "Filterline" scale filter (type HD 4625)
Cord storage
- For safety and convenience, the free length of
the mains cord can be reduced by pushing the
cord inside the base unit (see fig. 2).
- The minimum necessary length between the
base unit and the wall socket should be left
free.
How to use the kettle
Filling
- The kettle must not be filled when placed on the
base unit. Take the kettle from the base unit.
- Fill the kettle through the spout (fig. 3a), or …
- … remove the lid (fig. 3b) and fill through the lid
aperture (fig. 3c).
- Do not forget to replace the lid after filling
(fig. 3d).
Do not fill the kettle with less than 0.35 Iitre (up
to "MIN" indication) to prevent the kettle from
running dry while operating.
Do not fill the kettle with more than 1.7 litre (up
to "MAX" indication) to prevent water being
ejected from the spout while boiling.
Switching on
- Place the kettle on the base unit (D) (fig. 4).
- Switch the kettle on (fig. 5).
Switching off
- The kettle will switch off automatically once the
water boils (fig. 6a).
- You can switch the kettle off manually at any
time (fig. 6b).
Some time after switching off, a click may be
heard. This is of no importance.
Switching on again ?
- You can switch the kettle on again after letting it
cool down for at least half a minute.
Cleaning
• Disconnect the base unit from the mains before
cleaning.
