OPERATION Of yOUR KETTLE To fill the kettle, remove it from the power base and open the lid by pressing the lid release button. Fill with the desired amount of water. NOTE Always fill the kettle between the minimum (MIN) and maximum (MAX) marks on the water window. Too little water will result in the kettle switching ‘Off’ before the water has boiled. Filling above maximum (MAX) mark may result in boiling water splashing from the kettle. Close the lid, ensuring it is locked firmly into place. Position the kettle securely onto the power base and insert the power plug into a 110/120V power outlet. Press the ‘On/Off’ switch to the ‘On’ position for water to boil. NOTE NOTE To operate correctly, the kettle should always be used with the scale filter firmly in place. See page 13. This kettle must only be used with the power base supplied. Use caution when pouring water from your kettle, as boiling water will scald. Do not pour the water too quickly. The kettle will automatically switch ‘Off’ once the water has boiled. Lift the kettle from the power base and pour the water. Take care to hold the kettle level, especially when filled to the maximum level. To re-boil it may be necessary to wait for a few seconds to allow the control to reset. If further heating of the kettle is not required, unplug the power cord and empty the water from the kettle. Replace the kettle onto the power base and close the lid. SAfETy BOIL dRy PROTECTION The kettle is fitted with a safety device which protects against overheating should the kettle be operated with insufficient water. If this occurs, the kettle will stop heating. Allow kettle to cool before refilling. Remove the kettle from the power base and add water. Return the kettle to the power base. The safety device will then automatically reset. For additional safety, your kettle is fitted with an additional thermal cut out. In the event of overheating, the kettle will automatically shut down to prevent further damage. Should this occur, contact Breville Customer Service. WARNING This appliance is designed for boiling drinking quality water only. Never use to heat or boil any other liquids or foodstuffs. The lid should always be firmly in place and locked into the closed position before use. WARNING Do not press the lid release button on the handle to open the lid during operation. This may result in boiling water splashing from the kettle. Pour out all the hot water from the kettle before opening the lid to refill. CARE & CLEANING yOUR BREvILLE SOfT TOP™ KETTLE CARE & CLEANING yOUR BREvILLE SOfT TOP™ KETTLE CARE & CLEANING your Breville Soft Top™ Kettle Always unplug the appliance from the power outlet before cleaning. REMOvABLE fILTER The Breville Soft Top™ Kettle features a removable mesh filter to remove scale deposits for cleaner water. To remove the scale deposits from the filter, open the lid and slide the filter up and out of the kettle. The filter can be cleaned by running under hot water and rubbing with a cleaning cloth or brush. To replace filter, simply slide the filter down into the slot behind the spout of the kettle and push back into position. NOTE NOTE NOTE To operate correctly, the kettle should always be used with the scale filter firmly in place. The filter could become damaged with time. Please check regularly and replace if found damaged. The concealed element in the base of the kettle is made from high quality stainless steel. Any brown stains appearing are the result of mineral deposits and are not rust. REMOvAL Of MINERAL dEPOSITS Mineral deposits in tap water may cause the kettle interior and water gauge to discolor over time. This may be removed by using a proprietary kettle descaler which is available from most leading supermarkets, department and hardware stores. Alternatively: 1. Fill the kettle until two-thirds full with 1 part vinegar and 2 parts water. Boil and allow to stand overnight. 2. Empty the solution from the kettle. Fill the kettle with clean water, bring to boil and discard the water. Repeat and the kettle will be ready for use. WARNING Never immerse the kettle base, switch area, power base, power cord or power plug in water, or allow moisture to come into contact with these parts. WARNING Do not remove the diffuser ring located on the base inside the kettle. CARE & CLEANING yOUR BREvILLE SOfT TOP™ KETTLE ONE yEAR LIMITEd WARRANTy CARE & CLEANING yOUR BREvILLE SOfT TOP™ KETTLE ONE yEAR LIMITEd WARRANTy TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR The outside of the kettle may be wiped over with a damp cloth and polished with a soft dry cloth. NOTE Do not use chemicals, alkaline cleaning agents, steel wool or abrasive cleaners to clean the inside or outside of the kettle. Use a mild cleaning agent with a soft damp cloth. STORAGE Ensure the kettle is switched off, clean and dry before storing. Ensure the lid is closed and locked securely into place. Wrap the power cord around the cord storage under the power base. Stand the kettle upright on the power base. Do ...