Cuisinart JK-17 Electric Cordless Tea Kettle Manual
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
- Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handle.
- To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, DO NOT IMMERSE CORD, plug, or base unit in water or other liquids.
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the appliance.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance has malfunctioned or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to the nearest Cuisinart Authorized Service Facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Cuisinart may result in fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
SPECIAL CORD SET INSTRUCTIONS:
A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If a long extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord must be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The extension cord should be a grounding-type 3-wire cord, and the longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over
For your protection, this unit is equipped with a 3-conductor cord set that has a molded 3-prong grounding-type plug and should be used in combination with a properly connected grounding-type outlet as shown in Figure A.
A Brief History of Tea
The origins of tea can be traced back nearly 5,000 years to the legendary emperor of China. A prolific herbalist, it is believed that leaves from some twigs he was burning floated into a boiling kettle of water. The results were delicious, and tea was invented. The hot beverage flourished throughout southern Asia; the Dutch East India Company introduced it to Europe in the late 17th century. From there it spread to the American colonies and the rest of the world!
Types of Tea
There are many types of teas, the most popular being black, oolong, green, and white. All teas come from the same warm-weather evergreen plant: the Camellia sinensis, or tea plant. Tisane or “herbal” teas can be a mixture of just about anything: herbs, flowers, spices, seeds, etc. There are also varieties of tea that are real teas with spices or other flavorings blended in. Earl Grey, for instance, is black tea with bergamot peel or oil added.
The Benefits of Tea
Tea is more popular than ever. And every cup is brimming with benefits: natural vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Drinking tea has actually been found to be better for you than drinking water. It rehydrates your body and its healthy antioxidants may offer protection against a wide range of diseases. Tea can be an invigorating start to the morning, a soothing break from a busy day, or a comfortable way to unwind and relax each evening – it all adds up to a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Dripless Pour Spout with Splash Guard keeps counters dry
- Removable Scale Filter for clean water
- Easy-Open lid for quick and easy filling
- Lid release button
- Water Window with Water Level Markings
- Stay-Cool Handle designed for comfort
- Power On/Off Switch with Indicator Light
- Power Base with 360˚ swivel for cordless convenience
- Concealed Heating Element (not shown)
- Safe Boil-Dry Protection (not shown)
- Cord Wrap (not shown)
- BPA Free (not shown) All materials that come in contact with food are BPA free.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
Before using your Cuisinart® Cordless Electric Kettle for the first time, we recommend rinsing the kettle with water to remove any dust or residue remaining from the manufacturing process.
OPERATION
- Open the kettle by pressing the Lid Release (OPEN) Button.
- Add fresh, cold water, watching the level in the water window. Do not fill past the 1.7L mark – overfilling could cause boil-over.
- Close the lid by pressing down until it locks shut.
- Make sure the unit is plugged in, then place the kettle on the power base.
- Press the preset temperature button for the type of tea you are brewing; both the preset and Keep Warm buttons will light up. NOTE: If the Keep Warm function has been turned off, only the preset temperature button will light up.
- Begin the heating process by pressing the Start button. The selected preset will flash until the water reaches the set temperature. To turn the kettle off at any time, simply press the Start (Stop) button again.
- Once your kettle has reached the selected temperature, the unit will beep. The Keep Warm, preset temperature, and Start lights will stay on, and the temperature will be maintained for 30 minutes.
- Lift the kettle off the base to pour water. All lights will turn off while the kettle is off the base.
- Return the kettle to the base. Indicator lights will go back on and the Keep Warm cycle will pick up right where it left off.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
DECALCIFICATION
Decalcification refers to removing mineral deposits, which may form in the interior of the kettle and may result in discoloration. To get the best performance from your kettle, decalcify it from time to time. The frequency will depend on the hardness of your water and how often you use the unit. We suggest using a kettle descaler in order to dissolve these deposits or scale. Follow the directions on the descaler package. Alternatively, fill the kettle with enough white vinegar to cover the bottom by about ½ inch. Heat the vinegar to a boil. Repeat this with cooled vinegar until all deposits are removed. When complete, empty the kettle and rinse with clean water.
THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® Cordless Electric Kettle that was purchased at retail for personal, family, or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners. We warrant that your Cuisinart® Cordless Electric Kettle will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.
We recommend that you visit our website, www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However, product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the warranty benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart® products of the same type. The retail store shall then, according to its preference, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of the product.
If neither of the above two options results in the appropriate relief to the consumer, the consumer may then take the product to an independent repair facility, if service or repair can be economically accomplished. Cuisinart and not the consumer will be responsible for the reasonable cost of such service, repair, replacement, or refund for nonconforming products under warranty.
California residents may also, according to their preference, return nonconforming products directly to Cuisinart for repair or, if necessary, replacement by calling our Consumer Service Center toll-free at 800-726-0190. Cuisinart will be responsible for the cost of the repair, replacement, shipping, and handling of such nonconforming products under warranty.
REFERENCE LINK
https://www.cuisinart.com/shopping/appliances/tea_kettles/jk-17p1/
