56English1 Safety Instructions● Do not use near an open fl ame, this is to avoid deformation or malfunction.● Do not use in areas exposed to direct sunlight for a prolonged period. The product may become hot and malfunction.● Do not turn on the electric kettle without water inside.Turning on the heater without water may cause heat discoloration of the interior of the container or malfunction.● Do not put charcoal such as Bincho charcoal into the container; this is to avoid malfunction or peeling of the fl uoropolymer-coated surface.These safety instructions will allow the electric kettle to be used for many years. Do not soak the electric kettle in water or pour water on it; this is to avoid electric shock, shorting, or fire. Do not use or place in areas prone to getting wet and do not allow the bottom of the main unit to get wet, this is to avoid shorting, electric shock, or malfunction. Replace the lid gasket when it has turned white.Otherwise, if the product is tipped over, hot water will pour out, possibly scalding you.Warning Stop using the electric kettle immediately in the event of trouble.Continued use in anything but proper working order may result in fire, electrical shock or injury.(Examples of trouble)• The power cord and plug become abnormally hot.• When the power cord is moved, power is supplied at some moments and not supplied at other moments.• When the product is different than usual, such as it becomes abnormally hot or there is the smell of something burning.• Water leaks from the main unit.• Other troublesImmediately unplug the power cord from its outlet and contact the place of purchase for inspection and servicing. When cleaning, unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet first, and then unplug the main unit from the power plate.When using the product again after cleaning, make sure that the power plug at the end of the power cord, connecting area of the main unit and the power plate are sufficiently dry before connecting each part.Otherwise, it may cause shorting, electric shock or fire. When discarding remaining hot water, be sure to discard in the direction shown in the following illustration.If the water is discarded form another location, the hot water may get inside the main unit and cause malfunction or scalds.Caution Do not wash the entire product, as shorting, electric shock or malfunction may occur. Do not place the main unit upside down, this is to avoid malfunction. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; • farm houses;• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; • bed and breakfast type environments.Never immerse the unit in water or other liguid. Leave unplugged when not in use, this is to avoid injury, scalds, electric shock, or fire caused by a short-circuit. Be sure to firmly hold the plug when removing from an outlet, this is to avoid electric shock, shorting, or fire. Do not use a power plate other than the designated plate for this product. Do not use the power plate for any other appliances.Do not use a power cord from another appliance, this is to avoid problems or fire. Do not use multiple outlet receptacles, this is to avoid fire. Do not fill the water directly from the faucet or wet the bottom of the product.Water may get into the product and cause shorting, electric shock, or malfunction. Do not use near the wall or furniture.Steam or heat may damage the walls or furniture and cause discoloration or deformation.If using a kitchen storage rack, be sure that the steam does not stay inside. Keep a distance from the steam or condensation when removing the lid; this is to avoid scalds. Do not dispense hot water while the water is being boiled.Hot water may splash and cause scalds. Do not move the main unit while the water is being boiled.Hot water may spill out or steam may cause scalds. Do not touch the hot surface while in use or after use to avoid scalds. Be aware that the main unit will be hot immediately after boiling. When carrying the main unit, do not touch the close/open lever or the lid.The lid may come off, and cause injuries or scalds. Cleaning can only be done after the main unit has cooled down, this is to avoid scalds caused by touching a hot surface.CautionUnplug the power plug.Do not touch or contactDo not touch or contactDo not touch or contactBe sure that hot water does not splash onto the power switch.