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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing this Philips kettle! In
this user manual you nd all the information you need
to enjoy your kettle optimally for a long time.
General description (Fig. 1)
A On/off switch (I/O)
B Lid
C Spout
D Water level indicator
E Base
F Scale lter (HD4646/HD4628 only)
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
Do not immerse the appliance or the base in water
or any other liquid.
Warning
Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance
corresponds to the local mains voltage before you
connect the appliance.
Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord,
the base or the appliance itself is damaged.
If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it
replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by
Philips or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid
a hazard.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
Keep the mains cord out of the reach of children.
Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of
the table or worktop on which the appliance stands.
Excess cord can be stored in or around the base of
the appliance.
Only use the kettle in combination with its original
base.
Hot water can cause serious burns. Be careful when
the kettle contains hot water.
Keep the mains cord, the base and the kettle away
from hot surfaces.
Never ll the kettle beyond the maximum level
indication. If the kettle has been overlled, boiling
water may be ejected from the spout and cause
scalding.
Do not open the lid while the water is heating up. Be
careful when you open the lid immediately after the
water has boiled: the steam that comes out of the
kettle is very hot.
Caution
Do not touch the body of the kettle during and
some time after use, as it gets very hot. Always lift
the kettle by its handle.
Always place the base and the kettle on a dry, at
and stable surface.
The kettle is only intended for boiling water. Do not
use it to heat up soup or other liquids or jarred,
bottled or tinned food.
HD4646: Always make sure the water in the kettle at
least covers the bottom of the kettle to prevent the
kettle from boiling dry.
HD4638/HD4628/HD4626: Never ll the kettle
below the minimum level to prevent the kettle from
boiling dry.
Depending on the hardness of the water in your
area, small spots may appear on the heating element
of your kettle when you use it. This phenomenon is
the result of scale build-up on the heating element
and on the inside of the kettle over time. The harder
the water, the faster scale builds up. Scale can occur
in different colours. Although scale is harmless, too
much scale can inuence the performance of your
kettle. Descale your kettle regularly by following the
instructions given in the chapter ‘Descaling’.
Some condensation may appear on the base of the
kettle. This is perfectly normal and does not mean
that the kettle has any defects.
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Boil-dry protection
This kettle is equipped with boil-dry protection. This
device automatically switches off the kettle if it is
accidentally switched on when there is no water or not
enough water in it. The on/off switch stays in ‘on’ position.
Set the on/off switch to ‘off ’ and let the kettle cool down
for 10 minutes. Then lift the kettle from its base to reset
the boil-dry protection. The kettle is now ready for use
again.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards
regarding electromagnetic elds (EMF). If handled
properly and according to the instructions in this user
manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientic
evidence available today.
Before first use
1 Remove stickers, if any, from the base or the kettle.
2 Placethebaseonadry,stableandatsurface.
3 HD4646only:Toadjustthelengthofthecord,wind
itroundthereelinthebase.
4 Passthecordthroughoneoftheslotsinthebase.
5 Rinsethekettlewithwater.
6 Fillthekettlewithwateruptothemaximum
levelandletthewaterboilonce(see‘Usingthe
appliance’).
7 Pouroutthehotwaterandrinsethekettleonce
more.
Using the appliance
1 Fillthekettlewithwatereitherthroughthespout
orthroughtheopenlid(Fig.2).
2 Ifthelidisopen,closethelid.
Make sure that the lid is properly closed to prevent the
kettle from boiling dry.
3 Placethekettleonitsbase,putthepluginthewall
socket.
HD4628/HD4626: Set the on/off switch to ‘I’ (Fig. 3).
HD4638: Set the on/off switch to ‘I’ (Fig. 4).
HD4646: Set the on/off switch to ‘I’ (Fig. 5).
Thekettlestartsheatingup.
Thekettleswitchesoffautomaticallywhenthe
waterhasreachedboilingpoint.
Note: You can interrupt the boiling process by pressing the
on/off switch to ‘O’.
Cleaning and descaling
Alwaysunplugtheappliancebeforeyoucleanit.
Neverusescouringpads,abrasivecleaningagentsor
aggressiveliquidssuchaspetroloracetonetocleanthe
appliance.
Neverimmersethekettleoritsbaseinwater.
Cleaning the kettle
1 Cleantheoutsideofthekettlewithasoft,damp
clothmoistenedwithwarmwaterandsomemild
cleaningagent.
Cleaning the lter (HD4646/HD4628
only)
Scale is not harmful to your health but it may give your
drink a powdery taste. The scale lter prevents scale
particles from ending up in your drink. Clean the scale
lter regularly.
1 Removethelterfromthekettle(1)andgently
brushitwithasoftnylonbrushunderarunningtap
(2)(Fig.6).
Note: You can also leave the lter in the kettle when you
descale the whole appliance (see section ‘Descaling the
kettle’ in this chapter).
Note: You can also take the lter out of the kettle and clean
it in the dishwasher.
Descaling the kettle
Regular descaling prolongs the life of the kettle.
In case of normal use (up to 5 times a day), the following
descaling frequency is recommended:
Once every 3 months if you use soft water (up to
18dH).
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Once every month if you use hard water (more than
18dH).
1 Fillthekettlewithwateruptothree-quartersof
themaximumlevelandbringthewatertotheboil.
2 Afterthekettlehasswitchedoff,addwhitevinegar
(8%aceticacid)tothemaximumlevel.
3 Leavethesolutioninthekettleovernight.
4 Emptythekettleandrinsetheinsidethoroughly.
5 Fillthekettlewithfreshwaterandboilthewater.
6 Emptythekettleandrinseitwithfreshwateragain.
7 Repeattheprocedureifthereisstillsomescalein
the kettle.
Note: You can also use an appropriate descaler. In that case,
follow the instructions on the package of the descaler.
Replacement
Ifthekettle,thebaseorthemainscordoftheappliance
isdamaged,takethebaseorthekettletoaservice
centreauthorisedbyPhilipsforrepairorreplacement
of the cord to avoid a hazard.
You can purchase a new lter at your Philips dealer or
at a Philips service centre. The table below indicates
which lters are suitable for your kettle.
Kettletype Filtertype
HD4646 HD4987
HD4628 HD4966
Environment
Donotthrowawaytheappliancewiththenormal
householdwasteattheendofitslife,buthanditin
atanofcialcollectionpointforrecycling.Bydoing
this,youhelptopreservetheenvironment(Fig.7).
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please
visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact
the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country
(you nd its phone number in the worldwide guarantee
leaet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your
country, go to your local Philips dealer or contact the
Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and
Personal Care BV.
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